Niamh Leonard-Bedwell
FMCG Editor at The Grocer
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1 week ago |
thegrocer.co.uk | Niamh Leonard-Bedwell
Hot cross buns have soared in price by as much as 44% in the mults and discounters this year, amid tight supplies of sultanas and butter. The Grocer analysed the base prices of 29 SKUs available this year and last in the traditional big four, Waitrose, Aldi, Iceland and Lidl. Our analysis revealed 22 pre-promotional prices have risen by an average of 12.2%, five have stuck at the same price and only two are cheaper [Assosia 25 March 2024 vs 14 April 2025].
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1 week ago |
thegrocer.co.uk | Niamh Leonard-Bedwell
Nairn’s has launched what it claims is a “first-to-market”, gluten-free take on Biscoff biscuits. Caramelised Biscuit Moments, made from wholegrain oats, are claimed to contain 35% less sugar than standard gluten-free biscuits with a “light and crunchy texture perfect for dunking”.
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1 week ago |
thegrocer.co.uk | Niamh Leonard-Bedwell
Sustainably minded paper goods maker The Cheeky Panda has moved into period care with a range of biodegradable pads and liners. Made from bamboo, the lineup comprises Panty Liners (rsp: £2.25/18) and three Period Pad variants (rsp: £2.75): Light Flow (15), Heavy Flow (12) and Night (10). The range of pads was suitable for sensitive skin, and their “naturally antibacterial properties reduce odour without chemical additives”, said the brand.
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1 week ago |
thegrocer.co.uk | Niamh Leonard-Bedwell
Fuel10k has launched a swathe of high-protein ambient meals and snacks. The 10-strong range includes instant soups and noodles, along with a duo of microwaveable pouches. Rich Moroccan Chickpea Tagine and Warming Mexican Bean Chilli microwaveable pouches (rsp: £3) have rolled into Sainsbury’s stores. Meanwhile, he instant soup sachets (rsp: £1.75) have launched into selected grocers in Tomato, Chicken, Vegetable and Mushroom variants, all of which are low in fat with no artificial preservatives.
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2 weeks ago |
conveniencestore.co.uk | Niamh Leonard-Bedwell
Savoury pastry brand Ginsters has unveiled an on-the-go snacking range, inspired by street food flavours. Called Pockets (rsp: £1.30/100g), the range has debuted with Butter Chicken, Sriracha Chicken, Smoky BBQ Beef, Chinese Salt & Pepper Chicken and limited-edition Steak & Marmite with Cheese. Designed to be eaten cold, on-the-go, or heated, the range was created specifically to “meet the needs of under-35s”, said Ginsters.
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Great exclusive from @gilberthels in @TheGrocer today 👏🏻
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