News and Trends

Namnews, 31st January 2022 Nisa is offering its retailers more information on customer insights and market trends as part of a drive to provide improved business support. The new insight hub has launched on Nisa’s order capture system, giving retailers access to information and data designed to help them boost sales. Along with regularly updated infographics sharing latest insights, the hub will provide event messaging and seasonal planograms created by Nisa’s category management team. Since the early days of the first lockdown, Nisa’s retailers have been presented with weekly data offering insights and information throughout the pandemic and outlining key issues to address to support them in their drive to grow sales. The new hub builds on this existing knowledge sharing and aims to ensure retailers have access to a raft of detail taken from an array of data, research and reports available to Nisa’s insight team. Charlotte Westacott, Insight Lead at Nisa, said: “As part of our strateg...

A waft of sweet cinnamon lets shoppers know they’re near Gwyn’s Bakery in Horsham. The heady scent is the result of the hundreds of cinnamon buns produced from scratch here each week. “I’m immune to the smell of cinnamon,” owner and head baker Ben Lines laughs, admitting the treats were a late addition to the menu as he geared up to open in November 2020. Late but great – cinnamon buns outsell bread and account for nearly a quarter of the business’ retail sales. Source: Gywn’s Bakery Gywn’s Bakery owner Ben Lines Those who find themselves at the bakery are greeted by a hive of activity. The open-plan setup of Gwyn’s Bakery, named after Lines’ great uncle, means customers can see the team preparing the loaves, pastries and buns. This, he adds, “forces us to work to the best standards we can” and lends itself to a calm and communicative workspace different from some of the ones he’s known during his career in hospitality. Source: Gwyn’s Bakery It also helps educate shoppers, some of whom...

The latest bakery products to hit retailers and wholesalers this winter include the return of old favourites and nostalgic nods to sweet classics along with indulgent innovations. Here are some of the newest launches targeting snacking and sharing from the likes of Pladis, Baked by Rich’s, Burton’s, The English Cheesecake Company and Nairn’s:   Source: Pladis BN biscuits, Pladis Pladis is bringing back the BN biscuit brand to UK supermarket shelves under the McVitie’s brand after a four-year hiatus. The biscuits have been launched in Asda stores nationwide and will be rolled out into additional supermarkets across the country from February. The full-sized biscuits – which come in tower packs of 16 – are available in chocolate and vanilla variants. Mini BN are available in chocolate or strawberry, with each box containing five grab-and-go packs of five biscuits. “We see McVitie’s BN bringing moments of joyful fun to families and households up and down the country, whether during sha...

  PT Freyabadi Indotama , https://www.freyabadi.com/ It’s no secret that health is at the top of the agenda for many consumers in 2021. At Freyabadi Indotama we've done our research and looked at trends that we believe will be growth opportunities for industrial bakeries. So if you’re looking for inspirations for new product launches then read the following trends carefully, and let us know what you think in the comments section.  Trend 1: Reduced sugar trend  42% of consumers want to reduce the amount of sugar that they consume in their diet, according to Ingredion. That is why reduced sugar claims are gaining traction in the market. Reducing the amount of sugar in bakery fillings can potentially help your industrial bakeries to tap into this growing global health and wellness trend. Trend 2: Longer Shelf Life and Frozen Bakery Products Due to the worldwide pandemic, consumers are looking to reduce trips to the supermarkets and bread products are those that people l...

GROCERY 28 January, 2022 | by The Retail Bulletin The Carluccio’s restaurant brand has launched a bespoke range of fresh ready meals that will be available exclusively in 300 Sainsbury’s stores nationwide. The 16-strong range uses authentic Italian recipes and ingredients, and includes six ready meal options such as Beef and Chianti Lasagne, Roasted Mushroom Tagliatelle, and an array of 12-inch pizzas. In collaboration with Italian pasta brand Bertangi, the range also includes three fresh pasta variations; Ravioli, Mezzelune and Girasoli, and two stir-in sauce options. India Moore, meal solutions buyer at Sainsbury’s said: “We’re thrilled to be launching this range of Carluccio’s products as part of our Future Brands programme at Sainsbury’s. We know our customers are looking for inspirational, fresh and convenient meals to brighten up their meal times; this brand partnership is the perfect way to deliver that point of difference and we’re excited for them arrive in stores.”

Namnews, 14th January 2022 Tastes that offer novelty, over-the-top indulgence and targeted health benefits are set to drive consumer preference in 2022, according to Kerry, the taste and nutrition company. Trends that were accelerated by the pandemic have developed and will become more sophisticated this year, with consumers seeking new tastes paired with familiar formats and flavours – leading to interesting combinations such as beer blended with kombucha and sage or chocolate milkshakes with lavender. The insights are contained in  Kerry’s Global Taste Charts for 2022 , which uncovers the flavours and ingredients that are set to inspire food and beverage innovators across North America, Europe, Latin America, Asia Pacific, Middle East and Africa over the coming year. Taste trends for 2022 A desire for authentic flavours is driven by an interest in long-term wellness and overall health following the COVID-19 pandemic, while cravings for more novel flavours such as numerous varieti...

Namnews, 14th January 2022 The Co-op’s Honest Value range has been made available to all Nisa retailers as shoppers look to make savings on their food budget amid rising energy prices, tax rises and wider inflation. The range includes a selection of essentials across categories including fruit, vegetables, ready meals, soft drinks, and dairy, as well as household goods. Honest Value was initially made available to eligible Nisa stores last year which stocked a set number of Co-op own-label products across its core and Irresistable ranges. However, it has now been extended to all retailers in response to the growing demand from shoppers for competitive prices. Nisa’s Trading Director Ayaz Alam said: “We have seen great success for the Co-op own brand from Nisa partners with more than 90% now participating in the range across all tiers. “The need for value is more important than ever before and we want to make sure Nisa partners are well placed to offer their shoppers a choice across all...

2022 has started cautiously, with working from home and limited socialising for many. But as more normality returns, it’s time to look forward to what the rest of the year will hold. Here are some of themes we’re considering. 1. There will be more partnerships and collaborations There’s so much already going on here already. But across Europe, food-to-go operators are considering the new shapes of their businesses, with city centre footfall at best different, but often lower, than what it once was. With this in mind, more are looking to different locations. In particular, those that drive their own footfall – think gyms, supermarkets and transit hubs – will become increasingly sought after. We continue to think other locations, such as stadia, cinemas, hotels and other leisure destinations, also hold significant opportunity. And of course, there are many different definitions to what partnerships and collaborations can be - expect these to be stretched further. 2. The rise and import...