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  • Wednesday, May 30th, 2012, (9:12 am)

    BARBECUE SEASON STARTS IN SPRING NEW DATA REVEALS

    British barbecue season no longer peaks during the traditional hot summer months of July and August but far earlier in spring, according to new research from Tesco.

    The research shows Tesco that over the last five years the main sales have come before summer has even started.

    Last year the highest demand of the year for barbecue foods, charcoal and related hardware came in April – which was one of the hottest ever on record – while the year before it was in mid-June. (more…)
  • Wednesday, May 30th, 2012, (7:12 am)

    SAVOURY & SWEET POPCORN BRAND ‘LORD POPPINGTON’S’ LAUNCHES IN THE UK

    Savoury & Sweet, Midlands-based popcorn manufacturers, has announced the launch of its new range of popcorn.

    Savoury & Sweet is set up by its founder Kurt Hilder in 2011 and with the partnership of one of the UK’s contract packers he has launched the premium range of branded popcorn called Lord Poppington’s.

    The Lord Poppington’s brand comes in four flavours, ‘Sweet and Salty’ combining Golden Barbados sugar from The West Indies Sugar & Trading Company blended with Cornish Sea Salt Company salt. (more…)
  • Tuesday, May 29th, 2012, (3:31 pm)

    FRIJJ REVEALS THICKER SLOWER BETTER HOLOGRAM

    FRijj, the Fresh Flavoured Milk brand, has unveiled a new holographic advertisement in a bid to drive consumer brand awareness and engage London’s Spitalfields market.

    The new 3D holographic ad will be live until 30th April 2013 at the market, which has a footfall of 3.5million per year and is close to the London 2012 games.

    The brand’s multi-media campaigns have previously featured on-pack augmented reality (Soccerettes), a facial recognition game: ‘You Lol You Lose’ and a free Incredible Pet Translator iPhone app to launch FRijj The Incredible range. (more…)
  • Tuesday, May 29th, 2012, (1:26 pm)

    LAMBRINI LAUNCHES MAJOR ON PACK PUSH

    Halewood International, the UK’s independent drinks manufacturer, is set to a launch a major consumer on pack offer for its Lambrini brand between June and August.

    The promotion will target female consumers with the aim of generating interest in the brand by offering a free False Lash Effect Mascara when purchasing a 1.5L bottle of Lambrini Original.

    Lambrini has partnered with cosmetics brand Collection to give away 500 free mascaras every day on a first come first served basis. (more…)
  • Tuesday, May 29th, 2012, (11:19 am)

    LURPAK LIGHTEST SPREADABLE BACK ON TV

    Lurpak Lightest Spreadable is back on TV in June for eight weeks with its attention grabbing rainbow creative.

    The visual bombardment of colour, movement, texture and song aims to take viewers through a culinary journey, celebrating a selection of foods that Lurpak Lightest Spreadable can be eaten with.

    The advert aims to tackle the bland perception sometimes associated with healthier food by offering health conscious consumers a low fat product that doesn’t compromise on taste. (more…)
  • Tuesday, May 29th, 2012, (7:00 am)

    TIMMY’S PIES LAUNCHES JUBILEE PIE INTO HARVEY NICHOLS

    To celebrate the Queen’s Diamond Jubilee, Timmy’s Pies is creating a pie especially to celebrate the occasion.

    Timmy’s Diamond Jubilee pie contains mixed Berkshire game, apricots, and spiced free-range pork in a pheasant stock and cider jelly.

    And to mark the pie as a celebratory dish, it is decorated with edible gold and purple lustre. (more…)
  • Monday, May 28th, 2012, (3:01 pm)

    FIVEMILETOWN PURCHASES CAUSEWAY CHEESE COMPANY

    Northern Irish cheesemaker Fivemiletown Creamery has bought the Causeway Cheese Company, a producer of handmade waxed Cheddars based in County Antrim.

    The move was completed earlier this month but only announced last week.

    Financial details of the deal were not disclosed but production of Causeway’s Cheddars will now transfer to Fivemiletown’s dairy in County Tyrone. (more…)
  • Monday, May 28th, 2012, (1:14 pm)

    MARIANI BEEF JERKY LAUNCHES IN THE UK

    Mariani Foods, premium Australian beef jerky brand, has announced the launch of its soft beef jerky into the UK market.

    Mariani has been producing premium jerky for over 30 years and supplying into the Australian, Asian and Middle Eastern markets.

    This month the company is launching into the UK market with their soft beef jerky, which is 95% fat free and unlike most of the harder jerky’s currently available. (more…)
  • Monday, May 28th, 2012, (11:12 am)

    SPAR UNVEILS LIMITED EDITION BRITISH SUMMER CUPCAKES

    Spar UK is making the most of Britain’s host of summer events with the launch of a limited edition Cupcake.

    To build on this sales opportunity, Spar UK is introducing Red, White and Blue Cupcakes, which claim to offer quality and value to consumers.

    The Cupcakes are available in price marked packs at four for £1, with packaging featuring images of this summer’s key events and the slogan ‘Let’s celebrate’. (more…)
  • Monday, May 28th, 2012, (9:04 am)

    THE MEDITERRANEAN DIET – THE NEXT BIG TREND

    It seems that as an industry we’re always on the back-foot being blamed for making people fat and shortening their lives, but here’s our chance to get on the front-foot and run with a really good way-of-eating which ticks all the health boxes and is delicious and convenient.

    So why The Mediterranean Diet and why now … because our researchers tell us that The Mediterranean Diet is a perfect point where scientific understanding meets consumer needs.

    And when it makes headlines like Mediterranean Diet can add 15 years to life” we know it’s something worth looking into. (more…)
  • Monday, May 28th, 2012, (7:34 am)

    KENT CRISPS LAUNCHES SPITFIRE ALE FLAVOUR

    Kent Crisps has revealed the latest flavour in its portfolio – Roast Beef and Spitfire Ale.

    The premium ale from Shepherd Neame, Britain’s oldest brewer, was originally brewed to commemorate the 50th anniversary of the Battle of Britain.

    It will now feature in the first-ever meat flavour from Kent Crisps which are produced by Quex Foods, based in Birchington. (more…)
  • Friday, May 25th, 2012, (3:14 pm)

    BARRATT CELEBRATES BEST OF BRITISH WITH NEW LAUNCH

    Barratt, the kids’ singles confectionery brand, is launching a new British themed hanging pack in time for the Olympics, Queen’s Jubilee and Euro 2012.

    British Mix is an assortment of fruit flavoured soft gums in bright packaging celebrating all things British.

    The gums come in British themed shapes including a red telephone box, a bulldog, a tea pot, a guardsman and Big Ben. (more…)
  • Friday, May 25th, 2012, (1:11 pm)

    TESCO RE-LAUNCHES OWN-LABEL READY MEALS

    Tesco is re-launching its line-up of ready meals in the latest major change to its own-label offer.

    The retailer said the multimillion-pound revamp, which features new packaging, would improve food quality, beginning with 300 Indian, Oriental and Tex-Mex lines.

    Tesco also claimed diners would get 20% more meat in the revamped ready meals, which will debut on promotion at two for £5. (more…)
  • Friday, May 25th, 2012, (11:30 am)

    HIGHGROVE FINE FOODS LAUNCHES PREMIUM STOCKS AND GRAVY

    Royal Wootton Bassett based Highgrove Food Distribution, has launched a new range of premium stocks and gravies under its Highgrove brand.

    The new stocks and gravies are super concentrates which aims to provide taste, convenience and real value for money.

    The stocks come in a chicken and beef variety and two teaspoons creates up to half a litre of stock. (more…)
  • Friday, May 25th, 2012, (9:14 am)

    CADBURY POPCORN IS CHOC FULL OF SALES POTENTIAL

    This summer, Kraft Foods is combining the increasing popularity of popcorn with it’s chocolate brand Cadbury, in a fast growing confectionery format – to bring consumers Cadbury Popcorn.

    This latest addition to the Cadbury branded sharing bag portfolio will feature toffee popcorn coated in Cadbury milk chocolate.

    As with other sharing bags in the brand’s portfolio, the packet will be re-closable, and the design will feature a Cadbury purple header swoosh as well as colour with the product at the centre, and the words ‘choc full of popcorn.’ (more…)
  • Friday, May 25th, 2012, (7:09 am)

    NEW COVENT GARDEN UNVEILS NEW SUMMER SOUP

    Soup brand New Covent Garden is catering for consumers looking to shape up for summer with its latest Soup of the Month.

    June’s Soup of the Month is the newest creation developed from New Covent Garden’s ongoing social media campaign, whereby consumers are invited to submit recipes based on a specific theme.

    The recipes are then voted for by other consumers online. (more…)
  • Thursday, May 24th, 2012, (3:01 pm)

    CRAVENDALE LAUNCHES NEW FOOD-TO-GO PRODUCT

    Cravendale is expanding into the food-to-go category for the first time this May, launching a brand new 500ml bottle into the fixture.

    On shelf now, the new format represents the first time Cravendale will moveaway from the dairy fresh food fixture, with 500ml PET bottles.

    The brand has growth plans and by 2016, Cravendale would like small formats to make up a significant part of Cravendale volume. (more…)
  • Thursday, May 24th, 2012, (1:38 pm)

    CATHEDRAL CITY LAUNCHES NEW TWIN PACK

    Cathedral City is expanding its portfolio with the introduction of Cathedral City Twin Pack, on shelf from May 2012.

    Containing a 350g Cathedral City Mature and 350g Cathedral City Mature Lighter, the new sku aims to appeal to the whole family.

    Cathedral City is worth £232.2m, increasing in value by 12.8% YOY and hopes to drive category growth through the introduction of NPD that meets the needs of both the retailer and the consumer. (more…)
  • Thursday, May 24th, 2012, (11:09 am)

    CONFECTIONERY SALES UPLIFT OVER JUBILEE WEEKEND

    The Local Government Association has today confirmed receipt of 10,000 applications for Jubilee street parties, twice the number requested for last year’s Royal Wedding.

    And Mars Chocolate is urging retailers to take advantage of this significant treats-based sales opportunity.

    A Mars Chocolate YouGov survey shows British adults will spend £334m more over the Jubilee Bank holiday, compared to a regular weekend, on treats, food and alcohol. (more…)
  • Thursday, May 24th, 2012, (9:28 am)

    STRONGBOW LAUNCHES PEAR CIDER TO COMPETE WITH STELLA

    Pear cider is set to become a battleground for two of Britain’s biggest drinks brands.

    Days after AB InBev announced it was launching a pear version of Stella Artois Cidre Strongbow is entering the same market.

    The launch is expected to be officially announced next month. (more…)
  • Thursday, May 24th, 2012, (7:18 am)

    MALIBU LAUNCHES SUMMER CAMPAIGN WITH THE RETURN OF THE ‘MALIBUTIQUE’

    This summer Malibu is amplifying its marketing activity by expanding its ‘Malibutique’ concept, joining forces with brand partners, and launching a new Facebook app.

    The brand’s digital campaign is focusing on getting girls ready for a night out – and will be bringing it to key shopping areas of Cardiff, Liverpool and Birmingham from 28th June – 15th July.

    The ‘Malibutique’ concept serves as a dressing room, helping consumers to get ready for a night out by sampling the latest fashion and beauty products while drinking Malibu summer cocktails. (more…)
  • Wednesday, May 23rd, 2012, (3:07 pm)

    THAI TAPAS TREND TAKES OFF IN THE UK

    The UK’s most recent and unique dining experience has become a hit on the South coast over the past three years.

    Koh Thai Tapas has taken a style that, until now, has only ever been associated with Spanish cuisine, and applied the same food philosophy to Thai food, and ‘Thai Tapas’ was born.

    Having opened their first restaurant in Boscombe Spa in 2009, the team behind this new culinary concept has gone on to achieve significant social and economic success. (more…)
  • Wednesday, May 23rd, 2012, (1:09 pm)

    KARYATIS SEAFOOD SALAD LAUNCHES IN TIME FOR SUMMER

    Karyatis seafood salad is the latest addition to Karyatis’ range of meze products.

    Morsels of shellfish and crustaceans including squid, baby octopus, cuttlefish, mussels and prawns are lightly dressed in sunflower oil with a hint of parsley and garlic.

    This seafood selection has been put together to make an appetizer or entrée when served with seafood sauce and is also designed for alfresco style eating. (more…)
  • Wednesday, May 23rd, 2012, (11:11 am)

    SAINSBURY’S LAUNCHES NEW LIMITED EDITION HERITAGE RANGE

    As the Queen marks her Diamond Jubilee, Sainsbury’s is launching 14 products inspired by the retailer’s own British heritage.

    In store from the 23 May for a five week period, the Heritage range consists of jars of vintage sweets such as Liquorice Allsorts and Dolly Mixtures.

    Classic conserves including Medium Cut Marmalade and Strawberry Jam and refreshments such as Cloudy Lemonade will also be in the range. (more…)
  • Wednesday, May 23rd, 2012, (7:11 am)

    MICHELLE OBAMA SUPPORTS HEALTHY MEDITERRANEAN DIET MESSAGE

    On 25th May 2012, at 6.00 p.m., within the Med-Italian Diet Festival, an official document will be signed which will award the American First Lady, Mrs. Michelle Obama, with a large olive tree from Salento called “La Regina” (the Queen).

    The reason for this award is the important engagement lately shown by the President’s wife to encourage American people and the children and their families, to follow a healthier lifestyle based on the main principles of the Mediterranean Diet.

    Such principles defend a proper way of eating as well as an intense physical activity. (more…)
  • Tuesday, May 22nd, 2012, (3:12 pm)

    NEW QUEEN’S JUBILEE BISCUIT RANGE FROM CADBURY

    Burton’s Biscuit Company has announced the launch of a Limited Edition Cadbury range to commemorate the Queen’s Diamond Jubilee.

    The new products are designed to appeal for street parties, family meals and as a treat to enjoy with friends over the Bank Holiday.

    The range is being launched in jubilee themed packaging adorned with union jacks. (more…)
  • Tuesday, May 22nd, 2012, (1:12 pm)

    NEW NATURAL YOGHURT LIQUEUR FROM BOLS

    Maxxium UK is set to launch the first ever natural yoghurt liqueur to the UK market, developed by cocktail liqueur and spirits producer, Lucas Bols.

    Bols Natural Yoghurt Liqueur is made with 100% fresh white yoghurt and is the first innovation of its kind.

    It is a sweet-sour liqueur which be served chilled or used as an ingredient in most drinks and cocktails, complementing other Bols liqueurs, soft drinks and juices. (more…)
  • Tuesday, May 22nd, 2012, (11:17 am)

    WHOLE EARTH LAUNCHES NEW WHIPPED CHOCOLATE SPREAD

    Whole Earth, the natural and organic foods brand, is launching a new Lightly Whipped Chocolate Spread.

    Unlike anything else on the market and created as a permissive indulgence for women, it is lightly whipped giving it an airy and bubbly texture.

    The launch comes as new Mintel research shows that sales of chocolate spread have soared by 61.3 % in the last two years and the market is now worth £50million a year. (more…)
  • Tuesday, May 22nd, 2012, (9:09 am)

    NFU LAUNCHES NEW CAMPAIGN – FARMING DELIVERS FOR BRITAIN

    A major new campaign aimed at encouraging consumers to buy British produce has been launched by the NFU.

    Farming Delivers for Britain has at its heart a simple message; be proud to buy British food and remember farming’s immensely powerful role in helping to secure the nation’s future.

    The NFU took to the River Thames at Tower Bridge, promoting the campaign, before cruising to meet MPs at the House of Commons to launch the campaign to both the British public and important decision-makers. (more…)
  • Tuesday, May 22nd, 2012, (7:09 am)

    TYPHOO UNVEILS NEW LIMITED EDITION COMMEMORATIVE TEA BLEND

    Typhoo is launching a limited edition commemorative tea blend based on the tea the nation was drinking in Britain 60 years ago.

    Typhoo have been producing Great British Tea since 1903 and have worked with their tea makers to create a limited edition J’OO’bilee blend based on the ingredients that Queen Elizabeth would have enjoyed when she ascended the throne in 1952.

    The blend will be a mix of Typhoo’s selection of teas keeping in line with their long and rich heritage. (more…)

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