All articles by Cara Houlton
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NewsClegg’s Chilled Foodservice joins Sterling Supergroup
Originally a cheese business, Clegg’s is also adding more ambient lines and is looking to introduce some frozen capacity in the near future
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NewsBooker locks 650 prices to support operators throughout spring
Prices will be locked until 16 June 2026
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NewsEmployment costs drive up Greggs prices but CEO predicts more ‘positive’ 2026
In January, Greggs increased the price of a sausage roll by 5p and added 10p to the price of a latte coffee
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NewsUnitas launches confectionery guide to boost retailer sweet sales
The guide features sales data, practicle advice and tips on price, value, and in-store activations
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NewsBlack Sheep Coffee to double London footprint with 60 new sites
The coffee chain has signed a new development agreement that will deliver a minimum of 10 stores across Central London
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NewsWH Smith buyer seeks help for TG Jones as fears mount for stores
It is understood Modella Capital has called on advisers to come up with a plan to restructure the TG Jones business
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NewsPopeyes expands to Ireland with pipeline of openings and Dublin ‘megastore’
It builds on Popeyes’ UK restaurant portfolio, which has scaled to more than 110 sites, including two in Northern Ireland
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RankingsBig 30 wholesaler report and rankings 2026: a heavy load to bear
Inflation, increasing employment costs, new regulation… as the challenges mount up, how are the Big 30 wholesalers responding?
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NewsKitwave shareholders approve acquisition by US private equity-backed Kite Bidco
At the court meeting today (26 February), 71.79% of shareholders voted in favour of the deal
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NewsPizza Express jumps on chicken trend with mac & wings concept
The menu includes a selection of wings in Lemon & Herb, BBQ, Buffalo, and Hot Honey flavours
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NewsSainsbury’s restructure puts 300 office, tech and Argos roles at risk
The changes could result in around 300 roles being reduced across Sainsbury’s and Argos, The Grocer can reveal
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NewsWraps & Wings owner Eatphoria sales jump 26% in ‘transformation year’
The strong performance was driven, in part, by new location openings, with 12 cloud kitchens added to the portfolio
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NewsCornish pasty overtakes meal deals as UK’s second favourite quick lunch
When comparing flavours, a traditional steak pasty was the favourite among 61% of voters, followed by cheese & onion at 11%
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News‘UK’s first’ sustainable edible spoon launches with The After School Cookie Club
The edible spoon is made from a blend of five grains and seeds
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NewsIRO Sushi evolves franchisee programme to accelerate UK expansion
Chefs and other hospitality executives will be able to access finance for the capital required to open a joint venture with the sushi brand
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NewsBrakes to offer £100k of prizes in Menu Match promotion
Prizes include instant cashback, electronics, and lifestyle items
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NewsFranco Manca owner Fulham Shore appoints advisors to review options
Fulham Shore’s CEO said the review looks to ‘ensure the brands are on the strongest possible footing to realise their long-term potential’
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NewsThe Wholesale Group brings back own-brand roadshow for 2026
The year-long schedule will see the team travel from Portsmouth to Inverness, as well as visiting Ireland and Jersey
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NewsCosta Coffee to invest £1.5m in Welsh store estate in 2026
The coffee giant has at least four new openings planned across Wales this year
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NewsCosta Coffee baristas to receive 4.1% pay rise in April
The £7m investment increases the pay for baristas to £13.12 per hour, up from £12.60 per hour