‘Fricy’ is one of the hot foodie phrases of 2026, a playful mash up of fruity & spicy, which over the next 12-18 months is set to become the primary call-to-arms for large numbers of time-poor foodies. It’s also the perfect starting point to celebrate the beginning of a mutually beneficial union between Ocado & […]
April 26 sees Stockley’s reach a little deeper into its rich confectionery past with the reimagining of a range of 4 heritage jars, jam-packed with happy, nostalgic memories. Sweet Selection, Mint Selection, Toffee Selection and Berries & Cream (450g jars) It was during the Industrial Revolution that confectionery first make the transition from elitist apothecary […]
From cutting back on sugar to actively supporting gut health, kombucha is fast becoming the nation’s go-to healthy swap for the ‘fizzy drink’. Now worth £33m*, the kombucha category moves firmly into the mainstream, riding a wave of demand for low-sugar, functional “adult soft drinks” that deliver real flavour and real health benefits. Responding to this shift, […]
April 2026 sees Hive Mind Mead unveil the latest addition to its range: Tavern Mead, an authentic mead made from 100% honey, crafted to showcase one of the world’s oldest drinks in its truest form. This is in stark contrast to the novelty, mass-market wine and sugar-based alternatives that have historically dominated this growing category. […]
If tequila has been your go-to, it might be time to clear some space on your drinks trolley. Now available in the UK via The Whisky Exchange, Maya Pistola Agavepura is shaking up the agave scene with a premium spirit that’s rewriting the rules… and it’s coming from India. Crafted using wild Agave Americana grown […]
Smart swap bakery staples that make healthy eating simple Fast growing functional bakery brand HeyLO! is expanding its retail footprint with a new chilled listing at Planet Organic this week. The move marks a major milestone for the Leeds based brand, bringing its high fibre, high protein bakery staples with less sugar into one of […]
March 2026 sees Stockley’s take its unique mix of timeless sweet shop heroes, handmade fudge, reimagined twists on classic confectionery and indulgent chocolate, treats into eye-catching ‘treat bags.’ The striking 12-strong sweets offer which leans on 108 years of authentic, handcrafted sweets excellence includes: Chocolate Caramels, Cola & Pineapple Cubes, tangy Chocolate Fruits, Peardrops, Fruit […]
A new partnership between McDonald’s and Crayola, facilitated by creative consulting agency tms, is filling the world with creativity – one Happy Meal at a time. Launching March 6, The Crayola “Planet McDonald’s” Happy Meal boosts fans into an epic adventure set in a new galaxy of color and imagination, filled with toys built for […]
Following the successful revamp of its core ‘sharing’ ball range, a protein-rich proliferation of new listings (both domestic + overseas); March 2026 sees The Protein Ball Co unveil a 3-strong, two-textured ‘Stuffed’ offer. March launch sees the arrival of 3x velvety smooth fillings: Pistachio, Matcha & Hazelnut Tasked with bringing an extra layer of gooey-centred […]
Biona Organic, the UK’s leading organic food brand, is expanding its product portfolio in 2026 with the launch of two new ranges spanning organic ready meals and breakfast cereals – both designed to meet growing demand for minimally processed, nutritious alternatives to convenience foods. Biona‘s new ranges offer: READY MEALS: WORLD BEAN MEALS Biona has […]