Foodservice
Marketing
Bakery Sector in 2026: Strategic Shifts in Pastry Development and Café Supply
British bakery is entering a premiumisation phase driven by hybrid pastry innovation, provenance-led reformulation of classics, and experiential café design. For manufacturers, this creates technical and commercial opportunities in fusion format development, transparent supply chains and products designed for performance in customer-facing environments.
Exclusives
Baked Goods Steal the Show at Milano Cortina 2026
At the Milano Cortina 2026 Winter Olympics, Italy's baking traditions have stolen the spotlight. Viral chocolate lava cakes, traditional Austrian strudels and industrial Nutella dispensers have become unexpected stars, proving that Olympic excellence extends beyond the podium to the bakery.
Regulation
Industry Calls for Strategic Reformulation as UK Advertising Restrictions Take Effect
UK food manufacturers face new advertising restrictions requiring strategic reformulation as regulations limit promotion of 13 product categories. Ingredient suppliers urge focus on functional nutrients and transparent supply chains over compliance workarounds.
People
Food Alert Appoints New Managing Director
Food Alert names Fraser Parramint as new Managing Director, replacing retiring David Bashford after 26 years. Parramint brings 25+ years food industry experience from Marks & Spencer, Byron, and The Bread Factory to lead UK compliance services expansion.
Events
Südback 2024 review: A showcase of innovation in the baking industry
From plant-based alternatives to high-tech automation, the baking industry is rising to the challenge of modern demands. FoodBev Media's...
