Walk into a successful independent food shop today and come back six months later. The business will probably feel familiar, but it will not be exactly the same. You may notice a new regional speciality…

Independent food businesses are operating in a market that has changed dramatically over the last decade. Supermarkets no longer offer only basic products and generic assortments. Many now invest heavily in premium ranges, international food…

Competition in the UK food market has become stronger than ever. Restaurants, delicatessens, cafés, wine bars, and independent retailers are no longer competing only on price or location. They are competing on identity, customer experience,…

When travelling across Italy, it is easy to discover exceptional food and wine products that are almost impossible to find in the UK. Many small and medium Italian producers create authentic regional specialities with outstanding…