Convenience food supplier Tiffin Sandwiches is expanding its capacity with a new manufacturing site in the UK, a project expected to generate approximately 400 jobs.

Tiffin is constructing a new factory in Bradford, located in the north of England, where the company already operates its current production and distribution facility, as well as its commercial offices.

The company, which supplies sandwiches, wraps, paninis, and salads to the hospitality sector, is investing £8-10 million ($10.

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Pernod Ricard has acquired a minority stake in Almave, a non-alcoholic blue agave-based spirit brand co-founded by Formula One star Lewis Hamilton.

Pernod Ricard describes Almave as embodying the 'confluence of three accelerating global trends': the rising popularity of tequila, the growing demand for non-alcoholic beverages, and the increasing consumer desire for authenticity in their drink choices.

The French wine and spirits giant plans to leverage its brand-building expertise and global distribution network to expand Almave into various international markets.

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Ferrero UK has introduced Nutella Ice Cream Tubs to its lineup, now available at Morrisons stores across the UK.

The 470ml tubs feature hazelnut-flavored ice cream swirled with Nutella and topped with a layer of the classic spread.

The launch builds on Nutella’s expansion beyond spreads, following its successful ventures into biscuits and bakery products.

A spokesperson for Ferrero said: “Early strong performances across Europe confirm the potential of Nutella Ice Cream here in the UK.

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Scotland’s first illy Caffè has officially opened at the Edinburgh Food Hall Bonnie & Wild, taking a prime retail spot in the St James Quarter. It joins an esteemed lineup of award-winning chefs and kitchens.

This move marks the latest innovation at the Bonnie & Wild food hall, where a dynamic array of menus, kitchens, and retailers are complemented by frequent pop-ups and events.

Bonnie & Wild is currently hosting a 10-week pop-up with Chulo’s Stuffed Cookies, a beloved family favorite that has returned to the Edinburgh food hall for the summer holidays.

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A new Managing Director has been appointed at the largest soft drinks producer in Wales.

Simon Knight has assumed the role of Managing Director at Knighton-based Radnor Hills, with former Managing Director William Watkins stepping into the position of CEO.

Simon has worked as a consultant for Radnor Hills for the past two years, having been recommended by the Welsh Government.

He brings over 30 years of experience in the FMCG industry.

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Weetabix parent company Post Holdings has appointed a new managing director for the cereal brand as it names a new leader of its refrigerated retail unit.

Effective from 1st October, Colm O'Dwyer, the current Commercial Director, will assume the position of Managing Director for the manufacturer. Sally Abbott, the incumbent, will transition to a strategic advisor role leading up to her planned retirement on 31st March 2025.

O'Dwyer joined Weetabix from Coca-Cola Enterprises in the UK in 2016.

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Soft drinks manufacturer Radnor Hills has scooped an award for its Sustainable Values in this year’s Wales Food and Drink Awards.

The Knighton-based company, which produces a range of still, sparkling and deliciously flavoured drinks all made with exceptionally pure spring water sourced from its boreholes, puts environmental sustainability at the heart of the company.

They were announced as the winner of Wales Food and Drink Awards’ Sustainable Business of the Year at an event held at Brangwyn Hall in Swansea.

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New research from Nestlé Professional offers a deep dive into the ever-evolving landscape of ice cream preferences. With ice cream being the UK’s second favourite dessert when eating out and a current market value of £605 million in out of home, 'The Inside Scoop’ report offers invaluable consumer insights. It highlights emerging trends and provides operators with top tips to help maximise their presence in the category.

Based on a survey of 1,007 consumers, this report delves into the current state of the ice cream market, uncovers what's driving growth and what consumers are eating and where.

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Leading baked goods manufacturer, Délifrance, has announced the launch of an irresistible Chocolate Bun, adding to its range of premium, ready-to-bake viennoiseries.

Catering to the indulgence trend and moments of escapism, the hybrid Chocolate Bun pastry is perfect for those who eat breakfast on-the-go, or as a delicious snack throughout the day. Its generous and delicious chocolate filling, together with its unique dome shape and a spiral puff pastry effect, offers the perfect combination of classic flavour and innovative design.

More than half of global consumers claim to eat chocolate confectionery at least once a week[1].

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Nestlé Professional has launched a KITKAT® Sauce with wafer pieces to help foodservice operators bring the iconic flavour onto desserts menus.

The new 1kg bottle has a squeezable design, making it easy for operators to create a range of desserts featuring the taste of one of the nation’s favourite chocolate bars.

Danielle Cartney, Desserts Category Lead, Nestlé Professional UK&I, says:

'With over 1 billion KITKAT® products consumed every year in the UK.

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The Portobello Pub Company has completed a deal to purchase London bar-restaurant business Darwin & Wallace.

The acquisition means the enlarged Portobello Pubs business now comprises 27 sites. It has plans to grow the group, including the Darwin & Wallace collection, via selective acquisitions.

Darwin & Wallace will continue to operate under the same name, providing all-day drinking and dining across seven sites in Battersea Power Station, Canary Wharf, Chiswick, Clapham Old Town, Ealing, Richmond and Wimbledon.

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Healthy kids drink Radnor Fizz is partnering with Go Ape to run a new ‘Fuel the Fun’ promotion.

The on-pack push offers the chance for households to win tree top adventure vouchers with Go Ape.

Launching today and running until November 1st, there are lots of chances to win the weekly prize of a Go Ape voucher throughout 2024.

Go Ape has 37 locations around the UK, from London to Scotland and Wales to the South East.

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Managing Director of Nestlé Professional Katya Simmons and 2023 Toque d’Or Back-of-house finalist Elycia Rayner, now Chef de Partie at Oxford University, inspire more than 600 year 9 and 10 pupils from Hazelwick School to choose a career in hospitality.

Getting back to the classroom, their visit was part of a collective push by four of the UK’s biggest hospitality powerhouses who are carrying out a series of school visits designed to change perceptions of the industry. Together with UKHospitality and Springboard, Nestlé Professional, Compass, Elior and Punch Pubs aim to breathe new life into the sector by inspiring the next generation of talent.

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The 134 year-old Suffolk brewery is sounding out prospective buyers and investors as the wider industry grapples with higher costs and weaker demand.

Adnams, one of the most historic names in British brewing, is to explore an outright sale amid a funding squeeze across the industry which has triggered a growing wave of insolvencies.

Adnams has begun contacting prospective investors and buyers after hiring advisers earlier this year to shore up its finances. A source close to the 134 year-old Suffolk brewery acknowledged that a full sale of the company was now an option.

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Surrey-based Hogs Back Brewery is raising a celebratory glass after Gold Medal wins in two prestigious beer competitions for its Little Swine 0.5% ABV pale ale this month.
Golds for Little Swine 0.5% in both the European Beer Challenge and the Society of Independent Brewers (SIBA) National Independent Beer Awards are testament to the Hogs Back brewing team's determination to brew a low alcohol beer without compromising on flavour or quality.

Little Swine 0.5% is a full-bodied, flavourful pale ale, brewed with four speciality malts and three hop varieties.

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As Toque d’Or’s 36th anniversary competition hots up, Nestlé Professional has announced the shortlist of college students who have made it through into the Heats. Taking place at The Grand Cookery School in York over 12 and 13 March 2024, the Heats will host 48 FOH and BOH students.

A total of 388 students from 46 colleges registered to take part in the entry stage of this year’s competition. As well as having to record and upload a 30-second video to YouTube, explaining their passion for hospitality and desire to enter to Toque d’Or, BOH and FOH students were each tasked with a sustainability-based skills challenge.

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Welsh drinks manufacturer Radnor Hills is rolling out more products from one of its most successful brands across stores in Wales.

Radnor Splash, the UK’s fastest growing flavoured water, is available in Strawberry and Lemon & Lime in a 1.5 litre format in stores this week.

The brand’s Apple & Raspberry and Orange & Passion Fruit flavours are already stocked as 3 x 250ml Tetra Pak in Tesco stores nationally.

Radnor Splash is a blend of pure Radnor spring water and all natural fruity flavours.

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Nestlé Professional has revealed Tom Booton, executive chef of The Grill by Tom Booton (At The Dorchester), and Jupiter Humphrey-Bishop, winner of the 2023 Gold Service Scholarship and footman at The Royal Household, as the latest judges for Toque d’Or 2024.

Tom Booton is considered one of London’s most exciting young talents. In 2019, at the age of 26, he became the youngest chef to head up the kitchen at The Grill having previously worked at restaurants including Le Talbooth in Essex, the Michelin-starred Alyn Williams at The Westbury and L’Autre Pied. From his pot washing days at the age of 15 to now having his name above the door at the Park Lane hotel restaurant.

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Premier Foods has just launched McDougalls Vegan Jelly into the foodservice sector, which has been officially certified by the Vegan Society. With research showing that around 1.4 million people in the UK are following a vegan diet*, this addition to the McDougalls range offers an inclusive dessert product for chefs to work with.

McDougalls Vegan Jelly comes in three flavours—orange, strawberry and raspberry – and has a two-hour setting time. Unlike traditional jellies that require a combination of boiling and cold water, McDougalls Vegan Jelly simplifies the process by utilising 100% boiling water.

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Bristol-based herbs, spices and ingredients manufacturer Bart Ingredients, has announced the appointment of its Chief Commercial Officer, Adam Sims, as its new Chief Executive Officer (CEO), effective 1st April 2024.

After 12 years at the helm, CEO David Collard will be handing over the baton to take up the role of Non-Executive Chairman and begin his transition to retirement.

Ahead of taking up the leadership role this Spring, Sims has assumed the role of Deputy CEO as he leads the company into its next phase of growth.

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