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Brakes launches new Veganuary products 
UK foodservice wholesaler Brakes has launched almost 40 new vegan products including three into its Sysco Simply Plant Based range, as it unveils a new package of activity to help customers make the m …
Bidfresh reinforces ESG commitment with the launch of new sustainability report
Bidfresh, a specialist fresh produce supplier, has released its latest sustainability report, showcasing the significant progress made in 2024 and outlining its ambitions for a more sustainable future …
Food, Drink & Hospitality Week 2025: Registration opens for the UK’s biggest celebration of industry innovation
Visitor registration has opened for Food, Drink & Hospitality Week 2025, an event which brings together professionals from across the food, drink, and hospitality sectors. 
IFE and the Fresh Produce Consortium continue partnership for 2025
IFE, part of Food, Drink & Hospitality Week, the leading business event for food and drink product discovery, has announced a continued partnership with the Fresh Produce Consortium (FPC) for its 2025 …
Six key food & drink trends shaping supermarkets' festive ranges in 2024
The festive season is not just a time of joy and celebration—it’s a critical period for the food industry, offering insights into consumer behaviour, market trends, and opportunities for innovation.   …
FMCG Gurus reveal six key trends to watch in 2025
The IFE team were delighted to be a headline sponsor of the 2025 ACS Innovation Showcase, which took place on 20 November at Stratford’s London Stadium. The showcase offers retail leaders a glimpse in …
Karen McQuade appointed President of the British Frozen Food Federation
The British Frozen Food Federation (BFFF) has appointed Karen McQuade as its new president, succeeding Ian Stone, who steps down after serving in the role since December 2020.
Leading industry figures appointed ambassadors for Food, Drink & Hospitality Week 2025 
Food, Drink & Hospitality Week, taking place on 17-19 March 2025 at Excel London, is delighted to announce the appointment of distinguished industry leaders as official ambassadors for IFE Manufacturi …
Lidl GB triples plant-based range as it experiences double-digit growth
Lidl GB has revealed that demand for plant-based products is continuing to soar after the supermarket experienced double-digit growth in the category over the past year.
Winners announced for NHS Chef 2024
NHS Chef 2024 took place at The Cookery School at The Grand Hotel in York this week, with seven finalist teams from around the country, competing on a range of challenges.
Waitrose partners with Just Eat to ramp up convenience ambitions
Waitrose has partnered with the nation’s biggest delivery network Just Eat on a multi-year deal to expand its presence in the on-demand grocery and convenience sectors. 
BelOrta shone in a stunning canapé reception at FPC Awards
BelOrta created a memorable experience at the FPC Fresh Awards 2024 with an exclusive canapé menu crafted by Exose Grant, a finalist from MasterChef: The Professionals* in 2019.

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