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Speciality & Fine Food Fair is preparing for a major new chapter. From 2027, the long-running trade event will take place alongside Food, Drink & Hospitality Week at Excel London, running 5–7 April and bringing the speciality food and drink sector closer to the wider hospitality and retail industry. As part of the transition, the […]

Amcor has partnered with Mondelēz International to bring certified recycled plastic to the Cadbury Mini Eggs range for Easter 2026, marking a major step in sustainable packaging. As part of its ‘Pack Light and Right”’ strategy, Mondelēz is designing 98% of its packaging for recyclability and aims to cut at least 25% of virgin plastic

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

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

SIAL Paris 2026 is shaping up to be the biggest global food event yet, with nine months to go before the doors open from October 17 to 21 at Paris Nord Villepinte. Already, the show is showing strong commercial momentum, positioning itself as a key platform for international business and global food industry discussions. Exhibitor

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

Linda McCartney Foods is bringing a familiar favourite back to school menus with the launch of its new Chicken Style Dippers, a protein-packed addition to its vegan range designed specifically for foodservice. Available now, the new dippers give caterers an easy-to-serve meat-free option that delivers on taste, nutrition and child appeal while supporting schools looking

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

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

A new generation of lower-carbon potatoes has arrived in Tesco stores, marking a milestone moment for sustainable farming in the UK. The launch is the result of a close partnership between Tesco, Branston and British farmers, turning years of on-farm trials into a product customers can actually pick up and take home. The potatoes come