FreeFrom food (food free of gluten, wheat, dairy, soya, nuts and other allergens) is now seriously big business in the retail sector, with the market set to grow to over half a billion pounds in the next three years. But the rapidly growing number of those who either need or choose to eat FreeFrom has long complained that, while good free-from food is now relatively easy to … [Read more...]
Online sales of Italian sparkling wine up 76%
A new report has been published that identifies for the first time the key trends and growth opportunities within the sale of beer, wines and spirits online in the UK. Wilson Drinks Report (“WDR”), who set up and contribute to the WSTA Market Report, has consolidated ePOS data from 11 leading online retailers. The result is a unique analysis of sales of wine online split by … [Read more...]
Rusty Nail for London
This summer, edgy but high-end nightclub, Rusty Nail will arrive in the heart of London. With a capacity of 80, it will be a late-night hangout where the select few will enjoy super-premium whiskies and cocktails, a carefully curated line-up of international DJs, and a house party feel with like-minded people. Brought to London by nightlife entrepreneur, Nick House and similar … [Read more...]
Investec Food & Drink Entrepreneur of the Year announced
The search is now on for Britain’s first-ever Investec Food & Drink Entrepreneur of the Year 2014, seeking top food and drink entrepreneurs from the nation whose food is now the envy of the world. The Awards are partnered by Business is GREAT/The GREAT Britain Campaign which showcases the very best of what Britain has to offer. Small or large, producer or … [Read more...]
Amber Taverns sold to MxP Partners for £80 million
Legal & General Capital (“LGC”) has sold Amber Taverns, the operator of 95 community pubs in the North of England, to funds managed by MxP Partners LLP and their associates. MxP Partners, a founding shareholder of the business, has backed the existing management team, led by Clive Preston, James Baer and Bryan Wardman, valuing the Company in a transaction worth … [Read more...]