There are good times ahead for the Food and Drink sector, according to Mintel’s predictions for 2022. Tracking trends through consumer and market data, predictive analytics and expert recommendations, the group identified the biggest consumer habits to watch out for...

POD CHOCOLATE EXPERIENCES We met Sophia Winslade of new company, POD Chocolate Experiences, and were really impressed with the range of chocolates and the superb taste achieved – not surprising given Sophia’s previous background as a chocolatier working for Hotel...

    STILLERS This was a real discovery – a world first!  Stillers produce 100% copper pot alcohol free botanical drinks at its Monmouthshire distillery – the world’s first alcohol free distillery. Stillers deliver in their aim of producing strong,...

Vinotopia Wine Club   We met the well informed Sarah and Jeremy from Vinotopia and they guided us in trying two of the Club’s best sellers – Antech Cremant de Limoux sparkling wine and the Figuiere Mediterranee Rose; the sparkling...

Rose Cottage Drinks Although celebrated as providers of gin liqueurs, we decided to try the Vodka Raspberry and Peach liqueur and were most impressed. We clearly found this would make a fabulous Raspbellini when added to Prosecco or, with its...

Lyme Bay Winery We tried the spiced Gold award winning LUGGER RUM, part of the Jack Ratt range of products (named after a notorious local smuggler).  The name Lugger originates from the type of fishing boats that Jack Ratt would...

GET READY FOR THE BOUNCE BACK   UK set for the fastest growth since 1948 Barclay’s boss, Jes Staley, has forecast that Britain is set for a ‘spectacular’ boom at its fastest rate since 1948.  Barclays believe the economy will...

WE ARE OPENING UP! – CONTINUE WITH THE ENGAGEMENT STRATEGIES – STORYTELLING – MARKETING ADVICE FOR UK FOOD, DRINK AND HOSPITALITY SECTORS.   Introduction With lock down easing next Monday so people can again visit all shops and hospitality venues...

PREPARE FOR THE UPSWING IN CONSUMER SPENDING CONTINUED PASSING ON MORE POSITIVE NEWS, RESEARCH AND RECOMMENDATIONS INTRODUCTION Spring into action!   As reported in our February blog, it seems Marcus the Mystic Pig was correct as we have seen glorious...

Prepare for the upswing in consumer spending – Marketing advice for Gloucestershire/South Midlands and Cotswold companies Passing on lighthearted and more authoritative research news. INTRODUCTION Early spring? Upswing in consumer spending? As seen on ITV’s ‘This Morning’ show yesterday, Marcus...