As we enter Spring we start to see the blossoming of drinks with more refreshing and bolder flavours. This year sees a big trend towards more functional drinks with natural flavours, in addition to the growing demand for Low/No alcohol drinks, as reported in our Food and Beverage Trends 2022 post. In this article we
Easter 2022 will be very different from last year, as the situation regarding the pandemic is normalising. While the classics eggs and hot cross buns still dominate, there's no shortage of innovation to catch consumers by surprise. Premium Retailers are seeing great opportunities to be more adventurous with products for Easter, trying new flavours
Lionel Hitchen is named the winner of 'Business Culture 2022' category, at The Solent 250 awards night.
As a result of the horrific events unfolding in Ukraine and the needless suffering of the Ukrainian people, Lionel Hitchen has taken the decision to suspend all commercial activities with Russia. We can reassure our customers that the business is taking every reasonable step to maintain continuity of supply to our customers given the
Consumers still face post-pandemic feelings of health and financial insecurity. Shoppers desire to be in control of food and drink decisions and they will consider how their purchases contribute to protecting their health and/or the health of the planet, according to Mintel - What the 2022 Consumer Trends mean for food and drink. After initial
Dry January is fast becoming a common practice for people across the UK, Europe and the US. Each year more and more individuals join this challenge, promoting the healthy and positive benefits that can come from even a temporary period of sobriety. According to thefoodpeople - drinkswatching January 2022, the latest figures show that
Veganuary started in the UK and now over ten countries are joining this campaign to encourage people to try going vegan in January. Big names like McDonald's, KFC and Starbucks are maximising on this opportunity launching new vegan options on their menus. Photo: Veganuary 2021 campaign in review What does this mean
Coronavirus Statement Update July 2021 The COVID-19 pandemic has presented businesses and communities with innumerable challenges on a global basis over the last 18 months and, sadly, the direct and indirect consequences continue to cause disruption. We would like to take this opportunity to thank our employees, suppliers and customers for their continued support
Did you know that the original National Doughnut Week was founded back in 1992 by Christopher Freeman who, after watching Michael Buerk’s crisis report on the Ethiopian famine, wanted to use his skills and encourage the baking industry to help children in need. Almost 30 years on, National Doughnut Week has raised almost £1million
