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Anita McDonnell, Pret A Manger

New leadership at Pret, Papa Johns, FitBakes, and more

2026-08-27T09:44:00+01:00

Technology specialists, a production manager, and an international president are among the latest appointments in the baking industry and supporting sectors

Yehuda Fagleman outside State Fayre's production unit

Manchester State Fayre bakery team rescued following liquidation

2026-08-27T08:00:00+01:00

The business supplies bread, fresh pastry goods and cakes to supermarkets and other retailers, bars and restaurants, as well as kosher stores across Greater Manchester, Liverpool, Leeds, and Glasgow

Asda Puffin biscuit bars with Chuffin' Puffin mascot

Asda revamps biscuit aisle with 20 new own-label products

2026-08-26T08:25:00+01:00

Puffin biscuit bars return to shelves alongside 20 new products, including Milk Chocolate Coated Custard Creams, marking the biggest own-label biscuit overhaul for the retailer in two years

Krispy Kreme new doughnuts for 2024

Krispy Kreme losses deepen as it shut 19 stores in 2025

2026-08-25T10:33:00+01:00

The doughnut specialist reduced its estate by 13% as part of a multi-year turnaround plan to move it towards “sustainable, profitable growth”

Trends

Afternoon tea stand laden with cakes, pastries, and scones

GLP-1s, Gen Z, and drama: afternoon tea trends for 2026 and beyond

2026-08-12T08:00:00+01:00

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Meal deal maths: premiumisation, health, and all-day grazing change the equation

2026-07-08T06:45:00+01:00

Pistachio & raspberry patisserie

Sun, scrolling, and sweet treats: top bakery trends for summer 2026

2026-06-10T08:00:00+01:00

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Sarnie safari: discovering the trends driving out-of-home sandwich consumption

2026-05-05T08:58:00+01:00

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Botanicals, brews, and bold fruits: the flavour trends defining bakery in 2026

2026-01-14T09:36:00+00:00

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From Biscoff to Nutella: how big brands are powering bakery growth

2026-06-24T08:35:00+01:00

  • GLP-1s, Gen Z, and drama: afternoon tea trends for 2026 and beyond

  • Meal deal maths: premiumisation, health, and all-day grazing change the equation

  • Sun, scrolling, and sweet treats: top bakery trends for summer 2026

  • Sarnie safari: discovering the trends driving out-of-home sandwich consumption

  • Botanicals, brews, and bold fruits: the flavour trends defining bakery in 2026

  • From Biscoff to Nutella: how big brands are powering bakery growth

Reports

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Bakery Market Report 2026

2026-04-28T10:31:00+01:00Sponsored by , , and , By

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Bakery NPD Guide 2026

2026-02-25T08:30:00+00:00Sponsored by , , and , By

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Top Bakery Trends 2026

2025-11-26T09:00:00+00:00Sponsored by , and , Paid for by , By

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Bakery Retail Guide 2025

2025-02-26T09:00:00+00:00Sponsored by and , By

  • Bakery Market Report 2026

  • Bakery NPD Guide 2026

  • Top Bakery Trends 2026

  • Bakery Retail Guide 2025

Events

British Baker - Miso Caramel Hazelnut Brownie, Two Magpies Bakery - 3200x1800

Britain’s Best Cake 2026 winner revealed

2026-04-13T17:07:00+01:00

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Britain’s Best Loaf 2026 winner revealed

2026-04-14T16:54:00+01:00

A cake decorated to look like a Highland Cow

Full list of Britain’s Best Cake 2026 medal winners revealed

2026-04-17T09:02:00+01:00

British Baker - Pesto, Roasted Pepper & Mozzarella Babka by 31 Mallory Bakery won a gold medal

Full list of Britain’s Best Loaf 2026 medal winners revealed

2026-04-17T10:55:00+01:00

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Magic sponges and top frostings: photo gallery from Britain’s Best Cake 2025

2026-04-22T10:15:00+01:00

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Caught bread-handed: best moments from Britain’s Best Loaf 2026

2026-04-24T09:30:00+01:00

  • Britain’s Best Cake 2026 winner revealed

  • Britain’s Best Loaf 2026 winner revealed

  • Full list of Britain’s Best Cake 2026 medal winners revealed

  • Full list of Britain’s Best Loaf 2026 medal winners revealed

  • Magic sponges and top frostings: photo gallery from Britain’s Best Cake 2025

  • Caught bread-handed: best moments from Britain’s Best Loaf 2026

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.