Fox’s and Burton’s join forces for new biscuit company
WEBApr 7, 2022 — Fox’s Biscuits and Burton’s Biscuits are uniting to form a new business called Fox’s Burton’s Companies (FBC) UK. The merging of Fox’s and Burton’s follows their acquisition by a Ferrero-related company in autumn 2020 and summer 2021 respectively. Simon Browne will lead the new business as CEO, having worked as managing director for Burton’s since August 2015.
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Ex-Graze CEO unveils steamed doughnut brand Urban Legend
WEBAug 2, 2021 — The former CEO of snacking firm Graze Anthony Fletcher has launched a new bakery brand called Urban Legend which specialises in steamed doughnuts.
Retarder provers: Proving their worth | Reports - British Baker
WEBMar 2, 2017 — Learn how retarder provers can help bakers manage time, quality and flavour of their products. Find out the benefits, features and tips of different types of retarder provers from suppliers and bakery experts.
Samworth Brothers life president and co-founder remembered
WEBAug 22, 2022 — Sir David Samworth, life president and co-founder of Ginsters owner Samworth Brothers, has died at the age of 87. Samworth, who passed away from a short illness, was remembered by the food manufacturer for his distinguished service and strong values centred around people and quality.
Gail’s Bakery managing director reveals expansion plans for 2024
WEBApr 22, 2024 — Gail's Bakery, a UK-based artisanal bakery chain, plans to expand its estate to 35 new stores this year, including one in Petersfield, Hampshire. The company also aims to open more shops in London stations and Manchester, and work with local producers.
Cake Box CEO Sukh Chamdal on the rise of his egg-free cake …
WEBApr 26, 2021 — Cake Box is a UK-based bakery chain that offers egg-free cakes for lacto vegetarians and other customers. Founded by Sukh Chamdal and his brother-in-law Pardip Dass in 2008, the company has grown to 150 stores and has a franchise model based on family support and cooperation.
Brace’s Bakery creates ‘Welsh Legends’ range - British Baker
WEBFeb 20, 2019 — Brace's Bakery, a Welsh bakery, has created a new range of bloomers and batch loaves with sourdough and quinoa. The range features seven products named after Welsh legends and culture, such as Gwynny, Vortigern and Caradoc.
Roberts Bakery secures £18m investment and new MD
WEBOct 20, 2022 — Frank Roberts and Sons, a family-owned bakery business, has raised £18m to grow its products and reduce its carbon footprint. It has also appointed Bill Thurston as its new managing director to lead the next phase of expansion.
Allied Bakeries makes £31m bakery investment
WEBApr 16, 2015 — Allied Bakeries has made a £31m investment at its Stevenage bakery - completing its multi-million pound capital expenditure programme. The owner of the Kingsmill brand has now finished its £210m five-year programme across the Allied Bakeries portfolio, something it claims is the largest UK bakery investment in recent years.