March 2026

BAKO

BAKO: A recipe for success

www.bako.co.uk A recipe for successBAKO, home of Finlay’s Food is a leading ingredient manufacturer and wholesaler based in Northern Ireland. The company delivers high-quality products to bakers, confectioners and food producers across Ireland, the UK, Europe, the Middle East and Asia. Managing Director Bernard McAuley discussed the company’s recent rebrand, in conversation with Antonia Cole.

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Guylian sets sail for Easter

Belgian chocolatier Guylian is bringing a coastal twist to the Easter chocolate market with its new Seashells Easter egg, featuring the brand’s signature milk chocolate and iconic seahorse motif. The 240g milk chocolate centrepiece is embossed with Guylian’s seahorse design and is paired with six individually wrapped Original Praliné Seahorse chocolates, providing a premium and

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Clean label ingredient specialist strengthens manufacturing capability

Ulrick + Short, a leading clean label ingredient specialist, has expanded its operational footprint with the opening of a new blending and warehouse facility, marking the company’s third owned site and a key milestone in its long-term growth strategy. Secured as the company celebrated its 25th anniversary last year, the new site represents a natural

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Diplomático unveils exclusive rum

Diplomático rum has unveiled ‘Chancellor., the brand’s most exclusive and prestigious release to date. With only 900 individually numbered bottles available globally and a recommended retail price of £1,900, Chancellor is aimed at the world’s most discerning spirits collectors and connoisseurs. Meticulously matured in three different cask types, Diplomático Chancellor delivers a layered sensory experience

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Alcohol-free cider poised for market growth

SENTIA Spirits has strengthened its position within the fast-growing functional drinks sector following last month’s launch of SENTIA Cider, its alcohol-free functional sparkling cider. The release marks a significant portfolio expansion for the UK- and Europe-based brand as it continues to capitalise on rising demand for premium no- and low-alcohol alternatives. Co-founded by globally renowned

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Where sound meets spirit

What if a luxury drinks launch didn’t just talk about tasting notes — it played them? That’s exactly the thinking behind a bold new collaboration from Diplomático. A leading Venezuelan composer has transformed the tasting notes of a new ultra-precious rum into an original musical composition, creating a world-first piece designed to enhance the way

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