Kettle Chips’ Thai Sweet Chilli becomes firm favourite
Kettle Chips’ most recent seasoning – Thai Sweet Chilli – has reportedly overdelivered on volume, profit and sales since its launch in April 2020.
11th hour Brexit deal offers a degree of business certainty for UK and EU
Finally, just a day before the end of 2020, a Brexit trade deal was eventually sealed between Britain and the EU over its future trading relations.
Wishing you all a fine festive time this Christmas
As we rapidly approach Christmas, Sweets & Savoury Snacks World and Confectionery Production would like to wish you all a fine festive time in spite of the pandemic that has impacted on all areas of our lives this year.
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Ferrero Group expands snacking operations with acquisition of Eat Natural
The Ferrero Group has moved to further enhance its global snacking portfolio with the acquisition of cereal bar specialist Eat Natural.
Trading stakes remain high as Brexit plays out its final twisting festive chapter
After a saga lasting four years, it’s not hard to have sympathy with many across the political divide and general public alike that have suffered clear fatigue from observing the process of Brexit play out before us highly unpredictable fashion – and in just a couple of weeks it’s supposed to be over.
ISM and ProSweets cancellation a significant loss for the sector
Without doubt, news that both ISM and ProSweets have been cancelled for 2021 is a significant blow to the global confectionery market and its associated equipment and manufacturing systems.
Made for Drink announces renewed push into retail with launch of bespoke plastic-free pack
UK snack brand Made for Drink has announced a bespoke flow-wrap pouch, a new identity that combines a kraft paper black livery and with an extra 30% of free product at no extra cost to either the trade or end consumers.
South African and Zimbabwean boxes available to UK snacking fans
A newly launched subscription service by YeboBox is the first of its kind in the UK to deliver a monthly goodie box full of beloved home-grown South African and Zimbabwean sweets and snacks.
General Mills appoints Red Star Brands to support snacking favourites
Global food producer and distributor General Mills has appointed UK-based Red Star Brands as its agency sales and marketing partner to support healthier snack bar brands.
Supernola expands distribution, introduces new 4-pack box for retail
Supernola, US leader in mindful snacking, has announced the expanded West Coast distribution of its line of organic superfood snacks, as well as the introduction of a new 4-pack box for retail.
Is the UK government’s consultation on banning online ads ‘nanny state’ or vital intervention?
One of the most intriguing stories to break this past week has been that of the UK government’s newly launched consultation on whether it should place bans on online advertising for foods containing comparatively high levels of sugar, fat and salt.
Snacking study shows consumers favour comfort food amid challenging times
According to the latest state of snacking report by Mondelez, it seems nine in ten of us are eating the same, if not more, treats than we did before the lockdown.
Industry shows resilience on the eve of a second coronavirus lockdown
This week, following in the footsteps of several other nations around Europe including Belgium, France and Germany, the UK is set to enter a second period of lockdown in England amid the coronavirus pandemic.
Brazi Bites announces direct to consumer store
Brazi Bites, the US frozen-foods brand known for its gluten-free, bite-size Brazilian Cheese Bread and Empanadas, is now offering more flexible shopping options.