Author: Sam Allcock

Over a third (34%) of consumers choose to purchase pre-owned items instead of new items each month. 37% of consumers increased their purchases of pre-owned or refurbished items in the past year. Consumers are motivated by lower costs (70%), higher quality for a lower price (37%) and unique or rare finds (32%). London, UK – A new ShipStation survey reveals the growing dominance of the recommerce market in the UK. As consumer confidence rises and a new government takes charge, the economic landscape is shifting. However, Brits continue to seek value amidst the cost-of-living crisis, turning to second-hand alternatives. The survey shows…

Get ready for another OREO and Cinnabon® collab!  Introducing the new Chillatta made with OREO.  Our signature Chillatta made with OREO, drizzled with chocolate, then topped with cream and sprinkled with extra OREO crumbs. Delicious! Available at all Cinnabon® locations, in two sizes (regular 12oz and large 16oz), our newest addition to the Cinnabon® OREO range is sure to be a hit. Following on from our recent Chocobon with OREO launches, Cinnafans can now experience their favourite collaboration as a Chillatta with OREO drink. It’s a win win! Lorna Watts, Cinnabon® UK Marketing Manager, said: “We are delighted to add…

Full speaker programme announced for lunch! 2024 SSP, Creams Cafe and Sandwich Sandwich are the final names to be added to the lunch! seminar line-up – completing a packed programme for operators to enjoy on 18-19 September at ExCeL London. Renowned for attracting top industry experts, lunch! – the must-attend event for the café, coffee shop and food-to-go sector, has now confirmed its full seminar line-up of legends and leaders to see across its three theatres (sponsored by Lipton Ice Tea). The seminar programme will include Keynotes, Interviews and Panels with: James Norris, Food & Beverage Director, SSP Group, UK…

This year on International Orangutan Day Rainforest Trust is working to protect critical habitat in Indonesia for the Critically Endangered Bornean Orangutan. Orangutans are large, arboreal mammals found in rainforests of Borneo and Sumatra. These primates—Asia’s only great ape—spend nearly all of their life in trees, building nests, sleeping, and swinging amongst the forest canopy. Indonesia’s disappearing rainforests are the final stand for the Critically Endangered Bornean Orangutan and other struggling species. Asia’s only great ape faces a projected 82% decline in its global population by 2025 as expanding agriculture wipes out prime habitat and illegal hunting further decimates its remaining populations. Protecting the Bornean Orangutan’s…

Pennsylvania’s Pittsburgh Public Schools (PPS) today announced an expansion of its partnership with global edtech leader Discovery Education. Through this expanded collaboration, all students and teachers in grades K-8 will soon have access to DreamBox Math by Discovery Education. An engaging and adaptive math program that brings together curriculum and continuous formative assessments to personalize instruction, DreamBox Math improves achievement for every student, regardless of where they are in their learning journey.  PPS serves almost 20,000 students in 54 schools across Pittsburgh, and the district’s talented team is dedicated to ensuring all students will graduate high school, college, career, and life ready.  At PPS, the teachers…

England Golf is thrilled to announce the launch of Get into Golf Week, a nationwide initiative aimed at highlighting how golf can be accessible, enjoyable and affordable for everyone. This exciting event will take place from August 26 to September 1, 2024, providing a perfect opportunity for individuals of all ages and backgrounds to experience the sport and its many benefits. Get into Golf Week will showcase the fantastic facilities and experiences that golf clubs across England have to offer. Participating clubs will host special sessions throughout the week, designed to introduce newcomers to the sport in a welcoming and supportive…

Haute Dolci Liverpool Celebrates One Year of Sweet Success Haute Dolci, the luxury dessert restaurant with over 20 branches worldwide, is excited to announce its first anniversary in Liverpool, Bold Street! To mark this special occasion, the store is offering a range of exciting promotions and giveaways from 22nd to 25th August. From day one, Haute Dolci Liverpool has been embraced by the city, becoming a beloved spot for indulging in gourmet desserts and savouring delicious savoury dishes. The stunning store, with its elegant interiors and comfortable seating, has quickly become a favourite for brunches, birthdays, and everything in between.…

Something New – Crayfish for a barbecue: stupendous cold or hot UK sourced wild Signal crayfish from a chalk stream are a stupendous addition to any barbecue. For a start, literally, you can buy them precooked and supplied chilled, ready to eat, which gives your guests something exciting and delicious to eat while you all wait and watch for the charcoal to hit the right cooking temperature or for the meat to reach an edible, cooked state. Served with dipping sources, the crayfish are easy to peel, look appetising, taste delicious and provide a great talking point to get everyone…

A federal judge has ruled that snacking giant PepsiCo can be sued for allegedly misleading marketing of its Gatorade protein bars. In a decision earlier this week, US District Judge Casey Pitts in San Jose, California, stated that three fitness enthusiasts leading a proposed class action had alleged that PepsiCo’s marketing and labelling of the bars was deceptive. The bars are marketed as ‘good for you’, despite containing more sugar than protein and even more sugar than typical candy bars. The plaintiffs argue that excessive consumption of added sugar is linked to high rates of obesity, diabetes, and cardiovascular disease.…

Upside Foods is suing the Sunshine State in an attempt to overturn the ban. It was announced this week that the US-based Institute for Justice (IJ) – a non-profit, public-interest law firm – has partnered with cell-based meat company Upside Foods to file a lawsuit challenging Florida’s ban on cultivated meat. They argue that the ban, which was introduced by Florida governor Ron DeSantis in May, constitutes “economic protectionism,” with lead lawyer Paul Sherman suggesting it undermines the principles of a “national common market.” Whether he is correct or not is for a judge to decide, of course, and Florida’s…