Inflation outlook and foodservice market update - Jul/Aug
The Consumer Prices Index (CPI) rose by 2.9% in the 12 months to July 2026, up from 2.6% the previous month. On a monthly basis,...
Benedict’s Law: What education and hospitality operators need to know
From September 2026, new statutory guidance will strengthen allergy safety requirements in schools across England. Known as Benedict’s Law, the changes place greater emphasis on...
Autumn Culinary Insight: Customer Appeal without Complexity
Andy Chan, Development Chef Autumnal Grab-N-Go: Customer Appeal without Complexity As we head towards autumn, operators are looking for food that delivers on three fronts:...
UK Heatwave - Impact on fresh produce
WheatCrops have reached only around half their usual height due to lack of moisture. Harvests are being brought forward to protect quality and nutritional value,...
Q4 Commodity Outlook: Reasons to be cautious vs. reasons to be optimistic
Reasons to be cautious: Ongoing volatility in commodities, driven by climate change, global supply chain disruptions, and movements in energy costs and labour FISH The...
Inflation report - Recap on the last quarter and next quarter outlook
Recap on the last quarter Market movers: Next quarter outlook Market movers:
Is your business ready for the summer VAT cut?
With the Government’s temporary summer VAT reduction taking effect on 25 June 2026, small businesses are being advised to review their pricing, systems and VAT...
Culinary Insight: Pies - The Ultimate Grab-and-Go Menu Hero
Andy Chan, Development Chef A Versatile Solution for Multiple Venues Pies continue to prove themselves as one of the most versatile and profitable menu additions...
Stop Food Waste Day - Cookbook Launch
On Wednesday 29 April it was Stop Food Waste Day, a day with a simple mission: to ignite change regarding the global food waste issue....
Stay compliant with Simpler Recycling and plan ahead for further legislation
England’s first Simpler Recycling rules came into effect in early 2025, but that roll-out is only the beginning. As regulations evolve, businesses must separate materials...
Inflation outlook and foodservice market update - March 2026
The Consumer Prices Index (CPI) rose by 3.0% in the 12 months to January 2026, down from 3.4% in the 12 months to December 2025....
Inflation report - Recap on the last quarter and next quarter outlook
Recap on the last quarter The last quarter has seen the CPI inflation measure in the UK rise from 2.0% in December 2024 to 2.8%...
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