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How to Maintain Taste Satisfaction with Plant-Based Alternatives

2024-01-23T11:18:44+00:00Categories: Food Trends, Industry News|Tags: |

In the past few years, a dramatic shift has been observed in consumer behaviour towards plant-based alternatives. The reasons behind this change are often related to health and wellness benefits, environmental sustainability, ethical considerations, and the rising prevalence of food allergies. 66% of global consumers cite health as a motivating factor for choosing plant-based alternatives

Unleash the Power of Non-Dairy Flavours in Plant-Based Creations

2023-11-13T10:47:49+00:00Categories: Food Trends, Industry News|

In recent years, there has been a significant surge in the popularity of plant-based diets and alternatives. With the growing awareness of the environmental impact of meat consumption and the health benefits associated with plant-based eating, more and more people are embracing this lifestyle. The flavour and texture of dairy alternatives continue to present a

From Followers to Foodies: How Social Media is Shaping Food and Beverage Trends

2023-08-15T14:47:39+01:00Categories: Bakery, Beverage, Food Trends, Industry News|

In today's digital age, social media has become an integral part of our lives, shaping not only the way we communicate and connect with others but also influencing our preferences in various aspects, including food and beverage. With the advent of platforms like Instagram, Facebook, and TikTok, individuals now have a window into the world

Around the World

2023-01-13T11:17:43+00:00Categories: Food Trends, Industry News|Tags: |

As mentioned in our last post Food & Beverage Trends 2023, cuisines from different countries around the world are becoming increasingly mainstream. Influences from Mexico to Japan, are bringing unexpected combinations and bold flavours to fill the travel gap that many consumers are experiencing due to the rising cost of living. According to Mintel, amid

Our Sustainability Journey

2022-11-18T14:11:07+00:00Categories: Industry News, Sustainability|Tags: |

Our Sustainability Journey As a family-owned company with manufacturing and warehousing sites in Hampshire, one in Barton Stacey and another in Andover, we fully appreciate the impact our business potentially has on people and the environment. Our under-lying values are to operate with respect and integrity with our employees, with our local communities and throughout

Innovations in Dairy and Dairy alternatives focus on health and immunity

2022-04-19T13:34:48+01:00Categories: Beverage, Food Trends, Industry News|Tags: , , , , , , , , |

With health and immunity becoming such a focus for consumers, brands will need to keep abreast with the trends that are driving purchase in the dairy and dairy alternative market. Yoghurt Natural flavours and local ingredients are becoming more sought after by consumers, along with ingredients to protect gut health, according to GlobalData, Innovation Update

Hard Seltzers are gaining worldwide traction

2022-04-08T15:03:56+01:00Categories: Beverage, Citrus, Food Trends, Industry News|Tags: , , , , , , , |

Hard seltzers have taken the US by storm but recent findings from Globaldata have shown that growth is slowing down from +385.6% year-on-year in 2017 to +8.0% by 2025.  However, IWSR informs us that the market is merely ‘evolving and maturing, with an increasing focus on value over volume growth’.  Almost 300 new hard

Ukraine-Russia Crisis Update

2023-06-30T12:15:27+01:00Categories: Industry News|

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

Food and Beverage Trends 2022

2022-04-08T12:07:55+01:00Categories: Beverage, Confectionery, Food Trends, Industry News|Tags: , , , , , , , , , , , , |

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