Waitrose - Colomba cake

Sales of Italian-style baked goods soar at Waitrose

2026-04-02T09:50:00+01:00

Interest in traditional Italian bakery and fusion recipes has increased over the past year, leading to a seasonal sales spike for the likes of Hot Cross Bunettone, Pistachio Tiramisu, and Colomba Cake

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Food inflation to reach at least 9% by end of 2026 warns FDF

2026-04-02T08:00:00+01:00

Recent effective closure of the Strait of Hormuz and impact on oil and gas facilities in the Middle East has left the FDF revising its food inflation forecast for this year 

Maclean's Highland Bakery - Angelic Free From founder Kirsty Dingwall and Maclean's MD Lewis Maclean

Maclean’s Highland Bakery acquires Angelic Free From brand

2026-04-02T08:00:00+01:00

Scottish manufacturer is looking to explore new opportunities for the allergen-safe snacking brand after completing its purchase from founder Kirsty Dingwall

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Baking a fool of you: brands unveil unbelievable news on 1 April

2026-04-01T09:50:00+01:00

A regenerative wheat crop circle, fish finger iced buns, and toast-scented hair gel have all been announced by bakeries and suppliers on this most suspicious day of the year

Reports

  • Bakery NPD Guide 2026

  • Top Bakery Trends 2026

  • Bakery Market Report 2025

  • Bakery Retail Guide 2025

The Artisan Collective

Big Bear Bakery's counter freshly stocked with pastries, cookies and sweet treats

Britain’s Best Artisan Bakeries 2026 revealed

2026-01-28T08:00:00+00:00By

 The bakery community has spoken – these are the 13 best artisan bakeries in Britain as voted for by British Baker readers

Events

  • Let them eat cake: meet the judges for Britain’s Best Cake 2026

  • Bread heads: meet the judges for Britain’s Best Loaf 2026

  • How Britain’s Best Cake and Loaf 2026 will be judged

  • Beetroot to brioche: looking back at Britain’s Best Loaf champions ahead of 2026 showdown

Webinar

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Webinar: How to bake on strength – enzyme solutions that keep dough in shape

2026-02-12T14:58:00+00:00Paid for by

If you want stronger dough and fewer headaches in real-world production, this session is for you.