Specialist retailers – Page 7
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NewsPlanet Organic founder Renée Elliott commits to a food-based future
In an interview with The Grocer, Elliott discussed the new management team’s vision for the business, rebuilding supplier trust and how she pulled off the deal
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NewsThe Cheshire Cheese Co unveils new logo, design and website
A new logo, packaging and website will officially launch next month
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NewsHotel Chocolat Group appoints Alexander as new non-exec chair
Alexander is replacing Andrew Gerrie, who had previously announced his intention to step down as of this week
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Comment and OpinionRenée Elliott back at the Planet Organic helm bodes well for the business
Will Renée Elliott succeed? There are three reasons why, for me, the answer is a resounding yes, says Karen Green, author of Buyer-ology
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NewsRevibed wins Dragon’s Pantry award at Farm Shop & Deli Show 2023
Revibed’s range of superfood-inspired drinks was crowned the winner after founder Eugene Patterson impressed the judges
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NewsFarmison eyes push into supermarkets under Andy Clarke
Farmison is set to make a renewed push into mainstream supermarkets, after being rescued from administration by former Asda boss Andy Clarke this week.
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Comment and OpinionThe future looks rosier at Planet Organic after surprise rescue by founder Renée Elliott
Suppliers – not to mention employees – will have breathed a sigh of relief yesterday as Planet Organic secured an unlikely rescue spearheaded by the chain’s founder Renée Elliott
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NewsCunningham Butchers named Farm Shop & Deli Retailer of the Year 2023
This year’s awards had a particular focus on the way entrants retained, rewarded and empowered their staff
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NewsPlanet Organic founder saves 10 stores with pre-pack deal
Sale follows weeks of intense talks with potential investors after Waitrose ended negotiations to take over the business
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NewsFarm Shop & Deli Awards 2023: chilled and frozen winners revealed
Products were judged across 11 categories, including beverages, deli, fermented & smoked foods, and preserves
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NewsFarmison rescued from administration by ex-Asda boss Andy Clarke
Collapsed online meat retailer Farmison has been bought out of administration by a consortium led by former Asda boss Andy Clarke.
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Category ReportWhat’s on at the UK Food & Drink Shows 2023
The UK Food & Drink Shows 2023 will bring together grocery’s best brands and leading experts. Here’s how to make the best of it
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NewsCook reports Easter sales up by 24% year on year
Sales at Cook’s 96 retail shops increased by 31% over the two-week period before and after Easter
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NewsHolland & Barrett appoints former Starbucks exec CFO
Nick Allen spent more than four years as Starbucks’ EMEA CFO
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NewsAfrican and Caribbean grocer Oja launches ready meals
Oja said the move into own-label ready meals was prompted by there being few competitors in the market for these items
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Promotional FeatureHow premium is winning with shoppers
Find out how premium brands are coming out on top, and what they have to offer consumers in there evoloving behaviours.
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NewsFarm Shop & Deli Product Awards 2023 winners announced
Judging panels included retailers and wholesalers such as Booths, Fortnum & Mason and Thyme & Tides
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Range PreviewQueen Camilla’s honey in Fortnum & Mason’s coronation range
F&M has curated a collection of luxury food and drink, dripping in royal warrants and memorabilia from the British Isles to the corners of the former empire
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Analysis and Features10 reasons to visit the Farm Shop & Deli Show
Taking place from Monday 24 April at the NEC, Farm Shop & Deli Show is the UK’s premier trade event for the specialist retail sector
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NewsPlanet Organic seeking £3m to fund new rescue plan
Planet Organic has until next week to secure a deal, with the rescue plan outlining a new slimmed-down business