Accolade Wines acquires No.1 perry brand Lambrini

Accolade Wines acquires No.1 perry brand Lambrini

Date: June 25, 2021Leave a comment

Accolade Wines has acquired Lambrini, the UK’s No.1 perry brand (Nielsen). The pear cider brand will join Accolade Wines’ diverse portfolio, including wine labels Hardys, Echo Falls, Jam Shed, St […]

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Bidfood highlights food and drink trends that will continue in 2021

Bidfood highlights food and drink trends that will continue in 2021

Date: June 24, 2021Leave a comment

Bidfood has highlighted the food and drink trends that it believes will dominate menus for the remainder of the year. From cuisine flavours and infusions to twists on classics and […]

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Terry Larkin leaves JJ Foodservice after 26 years

Terry Larkin leaves JJ Foodservice after 26 years

Date: June 24, 2021Leave a comment

Terry Larkin, group general manager at JJ Foodservice, is leaving the business after 26 years.    Larkin (pictured) joined the wholesaler in 1995 and has been involved in helping the company […]

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Carnival-themed limited-edition papers introduced for Gold Leaf

Carnival-themed limited-edition papers introduced for Gold Leaf

Date: June 24, 2021Leave a comment

Imperial Tobacco has launched Carnival Edition Papers and an improved click & close pouch feature for its Gold Leaf brand. The limited-edition papers will be available in Gold Leaf 30g […]

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TWC makes key strategic changes to its board

TWC makes key strategic changes to its board

Date: June 24, 2021Leave a comment

Data and digital specialist TWC has announced key strategic changes to its board. Co-founder Mike McGee, well known throughout the wholesale industry – particularly for his leadership of Landmark in […]

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Country Range Group launches new Vegan Mayonnaise

Country Range Group launches new Vegan Mayonnaise

Date: June 24, 2021Leave a comment

Country Range Group has launched a new Vegan Mayonnaise. The product has been specially made to provide “a thicker, creamier and more luxurious mouthfeel”. It contains no allergens and comes […]

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New tool from Brakes helps with menu management and legislation

New tool from Brakes helps with menu management and legislation

Date: June 22, 2021Leave a comment

Brakes, in partnership with technology provider Nutritics, has launched Virtual Chef Online, a suite of online recipe and menu management tools for foodservice operators. Features of the ‘one-stop solution’ include: […]

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Booker records sales growth of 9.2% in its first quarter

Booker records sales growth of 9.2% in its first quarter

Date: June 22, 2021Leave a comment

Booker increased sales by 9.2% to nearly £1.8 billion in the 13 weeks to 29 May 2021. This rise was driven by a 68% improvement in sales to caterers as […]

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Cadbury Caramilk is launched by Mondelez with significant marketing investment

Cadbury Caramilk is launched by Mondelez with significant marketing investment

Date: June 18, 2021Leave a comment

Cadbury Caramilk, made with caramelised white chocolate, has been launched by Mondelez. Available in depot from early July, the golden caramel chocolate is made with 100% sustainable cocoa and comes […]

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Steve Irons returns to CJ Lang in newly-created wholesale director role

Steve Irons returns to CJ Lang in newly-created wholesale director role

Date: June 18, 2021Leave a comment

CJ Lang & Son has appointed Steve Irons as wholesale & new channels director. He joins the SPAR Scotland wholesaler and retailer from Best Food Logistics – a division of […]

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KP Snacks launches Crunchy Orange Chocolate flavour Butterkist

KP Snacks launches Crunchy Orange Chocolate flavour Butterkist

Date: June 17, 2021Leave a comment

KP Snacks has expanded the Butterkist range with Crunchy Orange Chocolate flavour toffee popcorn. The new flavour is designed to bridge the gap between popcorn and chocolate confectionery. Having recently […]

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Unitas introduces a new licensed & tobacco category guide

Unitas introduces a new licensed & tobacco category guide

Date: June 17, 2021Leave a comment

Unitas Wholesale has introduced a new Plan for Profit Licensed & Tobacco category guide. It includes a new wine section, which has been developed with several key suppliers using specific […]

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