Ganley & Naish Wins Unique Breakthrough Cider Maker Awards 2023

The results are now in for this year's Sandford Orchards Breakthrough Cider Maker Awards and the 2023 gold winner is Ganley & Naish with silvers being awarded to Palmers Upland Cyder and Tinston Wines and Cider. 

The Sandford Orchards Breakthrough Cider Maker Awards, now in their third year, are truly remarkable awards that offer aspiring cider makers advice, guidance and guaranteed listings in the on and off trade and offering genuine support of the future of cider in the UK.

Barny Butterfield, who is the Chief Cidermaker at Sandford Orchards and founder of the awards comments: ”After the success of last year's competition, we were genuinely thrilled and pleased to see even more interest in the awards this year. 

"We had a total of 24 entries, from counties all across the UK, with all styles of cider represented. Naturally sweet to single variety, session ciders to bottle fermented ciders. The judges were so impressed with the quality of all of the ciders that were entered, which is a real compliment to the standard of cider now being produced all over the UK.”

The esteemed panel of judges included renowned drinks writer, Pete Brown, cider producer and director of The Cider House London, Mary Topp, 2020 Masterchef Professionals winner, Alex Webb, food and drink editor for Hearst Magazines, Emma Franklin and Sandford Orchards' very own Barny Butterfield.

Ganley & Naish's winning cider, Hell and High Water (ABV 5.5%) is a single variety, Browns apple cider in a 440ml can. A medium dry, sparkling cider that the judges described as unique, beautiful, impressive and drinkable. 

They described it as: “ This is a crisp and gently complex cider with a lovely sweetness to acid balance. Ridiculously moreish, light on the palate -fault free, an amazing single variety with an apple notoriously difficult to nail down! The branding is sensational, breaks the mould and brings a contemporary and classic feel to an amazing drink.”

Andy Jenkins at Ganley & Naish was delighted to receive the gold award and commented: “To get this cider out had been very trying; COVID, new packing type, new branding, new artwork, working with new people and building those relationships. So to win this award, with a product I'm incredibly proud of, has made it even more special and more rewarding.”

Ganley & Naish's impressive prize package includes a £500 Vigo voucher, a listing at their local Stable Pizza, a listing at The London Cider House, a Sandford Orchards collaboration limited edition cider and a visit by Sandford Orchards' cider makers to offer practical help and advice about setting up.

The gold and silver winners will all receive mentoring from Sandford Orchards' cider makers, a yearlong listing at Devon's Darts Farm and a listing on www.sandfordorchards.co.uk. In addition, the silver winners both receive a £200 voucher from Bag in Box Shop UK

Barny went on to say: “The Breakthrough Cider Maker Awards are nothing like any other cider competition. It's the competition I wish I could have entered and won when I was starting out. Without a budget, without much help and support it can be really daunting trying to get started in any career, let alone cider making!

"It feels great to be able to give something back to the industry that has given me so much. This is an award with the kind of bankable bonus that doesn't grow on trees! We're really keen to ensure all these cider makers go on to fulfil their part in our quest to bring the joy of cider to as many people as we possibly can!”

He went on to say: "Sandford Orchards would like to thank the generous sponsors of this year's competition: Vigo Ltd who are providing a £500 voucher for the gold winner, The Stable and The London Cider House who are giving the gold winner a listing and The Bag in Box Shop who are giving away £200 vouchers to the two silver winners.

"The Breakthrough Cider Maker Awards were launched by Sandford Orchards at the end of 2019 and aim to recognise and celebrate excellent quality whole juice ciders from around the UK. For further information on the Sandford Orchards Breakthrough Cider Maker Awards please visit www.sandfordorchards.co.uk/cider-awards or follow Sandford Orchards on Twitter, Facebook and  Instagram. For more information on Ganely & Naish visit www.ganleyandnaish.co.uk

Major drinks firm London Cocktail Club backs down in trademark row with Brand Relations

Specialist food and drinks marketing company, Brand Relations has come out on top after a David v Goliath trademark battle with The London Cocktail Club (LCC).

The two firms went head-to-head over a 10-year-old trademark which has resulted in LCC withdrawing in an out-of-court agreement.

Richard Horwell, who is the CEO of Brand Relations launched his company, London Cocktail in 2012 in a joint venture with a former business partner.

They set out to create high-end ready-made cocktails, without the necessity for an extensive drink’s cabinet or the know-how and skills of a trained mixologist.

But the partners parted ways and it was only during a scroll through Companies House records last year that Richard discovered his former partner had dissolved the company they had created together.

After buying the name back from The Treasury, Richard found LCC had registered its trademark in three crucial categories (32, 33, 21) which gave them the option to trade in Ready to Drink (RTD) drinks under their name.

This meant London Cocktail, the very trademark Richard created would not be able to trade in the same categories under its company name.

A six-month legal battle ensued with LCC, a major player in the drinks industry which has the backing of chef Raymond Blanc and Dragon’s Den judge, Sarah Willingham (an investor in the Craft Gin Club, one of the largest alcohol delivery companies in the UK).

As a result, LCC has agreed to give up the three categories and will now not trade ready-made drinks or accessories under the LCC name.

Brand Relations has developed over 150 successful brands over the years and Richard says it is fitting that his original trademark for London Cocktail is now back under his own business umbrella in the year of the King’s Coronation.

“I launched the company during the year of the late Queen Elizabeth’s Diamond jubilee. It all started during a Royal celebration and it has now ended with a Royal celebration,” he said.

And he adds: “The timing is perfect now for the brand. The market for RTD cocktails is set to explode as the Hospitality Industry struggles to find staff to make high quality cocktails on site.

“But more importantly consumers are now looking for that high end Cocktail experience at home rather than paying excessive prices in cocktail bars.

“It’s very satisfying when the little guy wins but I have always believed that this brand will become one of the biggest RTD cocktail brands in the world.

“It’s an iconic brand, known and recognised across the globe and I am delighted to have it back.”

(Image courtesy of Rebecca Humann and Pixabay)

Naksha Recipe Kits Launch in Uk With Bold Flavours & Emerging Artist Pack Designs

Those of us who like cooking at home and making delicious homecooked meals will be seeking out the Naksha Recipe Kits which has taken its first strides into the UK by securing stardust listings of its delicious and beautifully-designed recipe kits at Whole Foods Market, Harrods and John Lewis.

 Naksha's UK-made range include both savoury and sweet (baking) dishes, encouraging users to discover and cook off-the-beaten-track cuisines in their own home kitchens.

First launched by Nisha Ramisetty and her husband Sam Williams in Dubai back in 2020, Naksha quickly gained traction by winning the prestigious Spinneys and Waitrose Local Business Incubator and has been listed in Spinneys and Waitrose stores in the UAE ever since.

Naksha's arrival in the UK in June 2023 is shaking up the cooking experience of UK home-chefs by redefining store-bought, shelf-stable recipe kits. With whole, small-batch ingredients, authentic local recipes, and original hand-drawn artwork by emerging artists, Naksha's kits prove simplicity and convenience are compatible with premium look-and-feel and gastronomic wow-factor. Kits suit weekdays, special occasions and gifting, too.

According to co-founder Nisha Ramisetty, Naksha is solving the problems of cooking inspiration and accessibility.

“Many people want to cook more often but can find themselves struggling to keep their menu varied,” she points out. “At the same time, many tempting cuisines are perceived to be far too complex, expensive or wasteful to cook at home. At Naksha we tackle these apparent problems by curating recipes from amazing places and giving customers the specialist ingredients they'll require to cook them without waste or fuss. UK consumers are hungry to cook food with engaging origin stories, and we're  here to feed that appetite.”

Arranged in regional collections, Naksha's recipe kits give customers an immersive cooking experience encompassing great flavours, thoughtful storytelling, stunning packaging, and simple cooking methodology. 

The recipe kits focus on cuisines with strong appeal but which currently suffer from limited visibility, looking beyond the predictable world of Mexican, Thai and Indian. Naksha's kits instead bring to life dishes from countries such as Cuba (Ropa Vieja), Singapore (Lemak Cili Padi), Turkey ((Dark chocolate fondant with Turkish coffee), Jamaica (Curried Goat) and Lebanon (Milk chocolate blondies with Lebanese tahini); meeting demand for international food which - according to a recent Waitrose & Partners report – is growing rapidly in the UK.

Naksha kits are also vegan-friendly as they don't include perishable ingredients. Instead, the shelf-stable products include easy recipe cards and specialist ingredients such as spice blends, herbs, grains, noodles, sauces and other extras. The fresh items (i.e. veg and protein) that a customer needs to complete the dish are easily obtainable as part of a normal weekly shop, maximising choice and flexibility. Customers aren't locked into costly commitments, yet, thanks to Naksha's diverse range, they can access a multitude of flavours. Most of Naksha's recipe kits are also gluten free and contain organic ingredients.

Naksha is based between London and Brighton and has manufacturing facilities in Derbyshire.

https://nakshacollections.com.

Witt's Pizza expert reveals his top cleaning tips

The award-winning Scandinavian Witt’s Pizza Oven range has been wowing reviewers and customers with its ultra-fast heating and rotating technology since its launch earlier this year. And as the weather heats up, it’s a good time to give your pizza oven a clean so you can continue serving delicious homemade pizza all summer long.

Witt’s pizza expert has revealed his top pizza oven cleaning tips for pizza aficionados. Info below for editorial consideration.

“A quick brush down after every use to remove food scraps is usually enough, but after a busy summer season of pizza parties, a deep clean might be required,” says Geoff Johnson, who is the Sales Director, and Pizza Guru at Witt UK & Ireland.

“When you leave remnants of dough, cheese, and sauce behind on your pizza oven, your oven will be less effective the next time you use it, the dough is more likely to stick, and the result won’t be quite so good. I recommend keeping your oven clean so it’s always ready to go, perfect for those spontaneous pizza nights with family and friends!”

Step 1. Turn it up

“Once you have cooked your pizzas, keep the oven burning at full temperature for 30 minutes. This will turn any leftover food to ashes.”

Step 2. Allow to cool 

"Once your oven is fully cooled, you can use a brush, like the special, dedicated Witt Pizza Oven Brush, to sweep any ash from the oven. Then wipe out any remaining ash with a soft, dry cloth.” 

Step 3. Wipe the oven exterior 

"Use a soft damp cloth to clean your oven's exterior. Mildly soapy warm water will do but do take care to dry it immediately and avoid paint diluters, abrasive cleaning products or any harsh chemicals, and remember, if you leave your oven wet, it can result in rust developing.

Top tip: If you want to keep your pizza oven clean for longer, I suggest that you should invest in a Witt Pizza Oven Cover.”

Step 4. Cleaning the pizza stone

“The pizza stone must only be cleaned with water; soap will leave soap residue in the joints of the stone. Remember you must never try to cool the stone down with water when the stone is hot as it can cause cracks and breakage.”

Step 5. Enjoy perfectly cooked pizza every single time!

https://www.wittpizza.com.

Food industry is helping those in need

The food industry is proudly helping those in need. With retail prices souring ever higher and with no end to this unhappy situation in sight, more and more people are seeking help from food pantry schemes and food banks. Even those who wouldn't have considered themselves in need or desperate, now realise that they are, indeed, in need and desperate. 

Many people who are in the food industry read That's Food and Drink and That's Food and Drink is asking if you could, please, help out your local food banks or food pantry schemes by providing them with stocks of food.

Generally speaking they require tinned and dried goods, bakery items, fresh vegetables, fresh fruits, salad items, seasoning, soft drinks, cordials, teas, coffee, etc, etc.

How do you learn where your nearest food pantry scheme or food bank project is based? Just Google "Food bank nearest me" or "food pantry schemes near me" and Google will assist you. If you are a buyer or PR officer working for a nationally based supermarket or wholesaler and you'd like to get your company involved on a national scheme we'll include some resources for you.

That's Food and Drink is involved with a couple of food banks local to us.

https://www.givefood.org.uk

https://www.yourlocalpantry.co.uk/pantry-listings

https://foodcycle.org.uk

https://www.trusselltrust.org

https://www.salvationarmy.org.uk/foodbanks

https://www.feastwithus.org.uk

https://www.bankuet.co.uk/find-a-foodbank

https://www.stgilestrust.org.uk

https://www.citizensadvice.org.uk/debt-and-money/using-a-food-bank

https://feedingbritain.org

https://fareshare.org.uk

Helping foodbanks or food pantry schemes is also a good way of reducing food waste, so it's good for the environment, too.

Trewithen Dairy's Movie Night 'Scone Revolution' Takes Centre Stage at Royal Cornwall Show

And a special Movie Night Hamper is now Available for Home Delivery!

Trewithen Dairy, Cornwall's top provider of delicious dairy products, is justifiably proud and utterly thrilled to be able to announce the resounding success of its 'Night at the movies - Scone Revolution' at this year's Royal Cornwall Show. The event surpassed all expectations as 18,000 free Cornish clotted cream scones with a movie themed twist were enjoyed by lucky visitors to the show.

Now in its fourth year, Trewithen's 'Scone Revolution' showcases the versatility of Cornish clotted cream and shows there are more ways to serve a cream tea than with the traditional dollop of jam. 

Trewithen Dairy transformed their show stand into a captivating cinematic experience, complete with movie-inspired props, a special behind the scenes area, and, of course, the famous scones with a very special twist. 

From the very moment the gates to the show opened, word spread like wildfire about the unusual scones Trewithen had on offer at their stand, with queues forming from the start of the show.

The favourite, as voted on Trewithen's Instagram poll, was a savoury scone called 'It's Nacho Scone' a delicious cheese scone covered in tangy salsa, topped with clotted cream, studded with nachos and a jalapeno. The line up also included a sweet 'Salted Caramel Popcorn' and 'The Strawberry Milkshake'. All of the recipes are available at www.trewithendairy.co.uk. 

"Trewithen Dairy is really thrilled with the overwhelmingly positive response witnessed at the Royal Cornwall Show," says Francis Clarke, director at Trewithen Dairy. 

He added: "Visitors approached the savoury 'Nacho Scone' with trepidation and, unsurprisingly, needed a little convincing to try a scone with salsa, clotted cream and jalapenos! But it ended up being voted as the favourite scone of all!” 

For those keen to recreate 'Night at the Movies Scone Revolution', the three recipes are listed on Trewithen Dairy's website. Inspired by the theme, Trewithen has created a 'Movie Hamper' for scone enthusiasts and film lovers alike to recreate the enchantment of the show, in the comfort of their own homes.

The 'Movie Hamper' features Trewithen Dairy's signature Cornish clotted cream, made using traditional methods that have been passed down through generations. Alongside the velvety clotted cream, the hamper includes an assortment of freshly baked scones, salted caramel popcorn and a selection of classic movie-inspired treats. Available for nationwide delivery, for £27.49 from trewithendairy.co.uk.  

Co-op expands Chilled Latte range with exclusive Member's only competition

The Co-op is continuing to expand its Ever Ground “grounded in good” brand with the introduction of a new caramel flavoured coffee milk drink to its own-brand coffee label. Launching initially for festivalgoers this summer, Ever Ground Caramel Latte (250ml) will be the third addition to the 100% Fairtrade chilled coffee range.

Co-op Ever Ground Caramel Latte

Ever Ground Caramel Latte is a blend of 100% Fairtrade arabica beans with notes of dark chocolate, citrus and a subtle nutty spiciness, uses 100% British milk, and a rich caramel flavour. The new addition will be available alongside Co-op’s Ever Ground Latte (250ml) and Oat Latte (250ml) providing shoppers with a well-rounded choice of coffee flavours to enjoy whilst they are on-the-go.

Revellers at Download Festival were the first to get a taste of the new flavour which launched at the site on 6 June on promotion at £1.20 (exclusive member pricing). The drink is available to purchase from 600 Co-op stores across the UK, priced at £1.90.

To appeal to a younger shopper base and celebrate the launch of the drink at Live Nation festivals, Co-op will launch an exclusive competition with a prominent ‘win’ call out on-pack – a first for the retailer on an own brand product. 

Those who purchase any Ever Ground product and swipe their membership cards at checkout will automatically be entered into a special free prize draw to win a pair of tickets (with six winners in total) to one of the six Live Nation festivals: Download, Isle of Wight, Latitude, Creamfields, Reading and Leeds.

Co-op’s “grounded in good” Ever Ground brand launched back in 2020, providing consumers with an on-the-go 100% Fairtrade coffee from modern self-serve machines inside Co-op stores. Opting for Fairtrade coffee guarantees a fair price for producers, with every purchase allowing farmers to grow their communities economically and socially whilst investing in more sustainable farming.

Daniella Messer, Co-op’s Strategic Own-Brand Manager, said: “The initial launch of the Ever Ground brand in 2020 has been received positively by our customers and members, demonstrating an appetite for convenient coffee that satisfies on taste and delivers on values. It’s convenience without compromise at Co-op and we’re consistently proving quality can be taken to go.

"We’re also kicking off the launch with our first ever own-brand festival competition, giving members and customers the chance to attend a Live Nation festival in 2024.

"For nearly 30 years, Co-op has championed the Fairtrade concept and has pioneered ethical practices and promises to continue to use our own brand products to bring our members and customers better value, whilst doing the right thing for their producers and the planet. Our customers can enjoy our 100% Fairtrade coffee safe in the knowledge they're playing their part in helping communities across the world.”

The full Ever Ground range includes Ever Ground Whole Bean (200g/£4.00), Roast & Ground Coffee (200g, £4.00), Latte (250ml/£1.90), Oat Latte (250ml/£1.90) and Caramel Latte (250ml/£1.90). Ever Ground products are available collectively across over 1,000 Co-op stores in the UK, including Ever Ground’s self-serve coffees.

Asda announces Price Freeze

Asda has announced it's taken the step to freeze the prices of over 500 branded and own-branded products to give customers greater control over what they spend weekly.

The price lock, which will run until the end of August, includes cupboard essentials like cereals, pasta and tea, as well as summer favourites such as salads, burgers and ice cream.

The move comes following the latest figures from Asda’s Income Tracker, which reveal that household disposable incomes continue to fall on a month-by-month basis.

Asda continues to support families during the cost-of-living crisis by keeping prices checked and launching new ways to provide customers with more value every time they shop.

Asda's also offering a limited time trial which gives customers the chance to trial the retailer’s pocket-friendly delivery pass service, removing the delivery charge on online orders.

To access the trial, which is available from today, 13th June to 10th July, all customers need to do is sign up to one of Asda’s delivery pass services.

As an extra boost to customer's budgets, Asda Rewards continues to help customers earn pounds, not points, every time they shop in store or online. Over five million customers now use the app on a monthly basis and they've been growing their cashpots to help reduce their grocery bills, earning over £100m in total so far this year.

Kris Comerford, Asda’s Chief Commercial Officer, said: “At Asda, we’re always looking at ways we can support our customers and communities throughout the year, which is why we’re locking the prices of hundreds of products until the end of August.

“We're well aware that household budgets are tight at the moment, so we want to be able to offer the best value and give customers the confidence they can shop the products they love throughout summer.”

The price lock will be in effect until 31st August in store and online, and products include:

Asda 8 Beef Burgers (454g) £3.00  

Asda Loaded Cookie Dough Ice Cream (480ml) £2.30 

Asda Mild Tender Baby Spinach (180g) £1.00  

Asda Strong Baby Leaf & Herb Salad (75g) £1.00 

Asda Shredded Iceberg Lettuce (130g) £0.50 

Asda Watercress (85g) £1.00 

Asda Fusilli (1kg) £1.65 

Kellogg’s Cornflakes (500g) £2.25 

Warburtons Toastie Thick Sliced White Bread (800g) £1.40  

PG Tips Original Tea 40s (40pk) £1.60 

Asda Stonebaked Double Pepperoni Pizza (329g) £1.65   

Asda 8 Beef Burgers (454g) £3.00   

Asda 2 Garlic Baguettes (340g) £1.00  

Asda 4 Strawberry & Vanilla Ice Cream Cones (440ml) £1.45 

Asda Salted Butter (250g) £1.89  

Asda Unsalted Butter (250g) £1.89 

Asda Orange Juice Smooth Carton (1L) £1.15 

Nestle Shreddies The Original (390g) £2.00 

Oxo Beef Stock Cubes (24x6g) £3.10 

Asda French Fries (1.5kg) £2.45 

Ben's Original Long Grain Microwave Rice (220g) £1.00

www.asda.com

Asda unveils its Trend Book for 2023/24

Asda has unveiled its Trend Book for 2023/24, revealing key themes which will guide its food and drink product development over the next 18 months.

Headed by Jonathan Moore, Asda’s Senior Director of Food Trends and Innovation who has been a chef at a Michelin Star level, the Trend Book maps out the core drivers, mega trends and key techniques and flavours Asda customers can expect to see developing in UK food retail sector.

Beginning with the core drivers, each trend is categorised into four mega trends based on the social and cultural drivers that will inform product development. These mega trends are:

Under Pressure - in a less stable world, where people struggle to maintain control of their health and finances, how retailers can help make food more healthy, affordable and accessible.  

Distract and Displace - food is a primal way to seek comfort, safety and escape. It can be a way to explore different flavours and more than five senses, as it becomes increasingly ‘normal’ for technology to impact how we interact with our food. 

Brave New World - as we see the impact of global warming, the food industry is looking for innovative, practical solutions to tackle the problems that face the world. From finding new food sources to diversifying from more staple crops.

Health Wise - the pressure to be perfect seems increasingly burdensome but the fact remains we all want to live longer, and to live better. More than ever, customers are seeking new, clever, easier and less expensive ways to change habits and improve longevity.  

Within each mega trend there are seven sub-trends, which delve into the flavours, ingredients and cooking techniques that will gain prominence or continue to evolve and grow in popularity, over the coming months.

Around the World

Everyday Heroes

Edible Joy

Sensory Evolution

Unlock Time and Money

Accessible Health

Food Odyssey

“Around the World” sees consumers looking to try new dishes, flavours and techniques from across the globe, but doing it in a way that's wallet and purse friendly. This means shoppers are leaning into ‘forever favourites’ like purse-friendly Italian, American and British dishes but giving them a gourmet twist or trying more regional varieties.

One of the ways Asda expects this trend to materialise is shoppers looking for global twists on food,  for example combing Japanese flavours to Italian food with the rise in popularity of dishes like miso Bolognese or serving an American classic burger inside a croissant.

“Everyday Heroes” sees budget-friendly vegetables given a new lease of life as the centrepiece of main dishes, plus toast and sandwiches get a major revamp. The biggest not-so-humble star? Is the potato! 

Asda has seen a +12% increase in sales of potatoes over the past year as consumers turn to TikTok, which has over 10 billion views for #Potato, for inspiration on how to get creative with this household staple.

Sandwiches and ‘things on toast’ are also stepping forward and into the spotlight, providing a cheap and cheerful canvas to get creative. From getting rid of the humble bread bun in favour of interesting carriers like croissants and roti to bringing back chocolate spread and baked beans toppers, but doing so with a unique twist.

The “Edible Joy” trend references consumers who are seeking out a distraction from the doom and gloom of the world and looking to food for moments of joy in their lives. 

The trend sees the revitalisation of nostalgic childhood dinners and the rise of retro puddings such as baked Alaska, crème brulee, rice pudding and tiramisu. Asda has already started to see this trend with shoppers eager for its recently launched retro ‘school cake’. Tens of thousands of people shared their love for the cakes across social media and the excitement led to over 5,000 people searching for ‘School Cakes’ on Asda.com.

The “Sensory evolution” trend continues to grow as wallet-friendly ingredients are given new life by using condiments, sauces, pastes and seasonings; also known as ‘flavour bombs’. Expect heat to play a part in unexpected ways through experimentation with hot sauces, and bold, herby green sauces paired with everything. Boundaries between sweet and savoury continue to blur with the rise of ‘swalty’ snacks and herbs/vegetables making their way into dessert. Food on a stick also emerges as a trend in its own right, as the most elemental way for diners to get involved with their food; seemingly un-holdable dishes like pasta become more interactive and ease consumption without the need for cutlery.

Social media is vital when it comes to time-saving prep solutions in today's modern world. Within the “Unlock Time and Money” trend, we expect to see these quick cooking practices take a step further with perfectly pre-prepared, nutritious meals that only require a tap to finish off. TikTok shows off ‘lunchbox’ or ‘mason jar’ ramens whilst retail innovation turns to freeze-dried, dehydrated and powered foods. Extra benefits of these new formats include lower shipping costs and carbon emissions, alongside longer shelf-life.

“Accessible Health” in the time of a cost-of-living crisis, sees customers re-order their priorities. There is a move to embrace flexibility and permission for comfort and treats. Fat consumption is more considered, as customers become more aware ‘good’ vs ‘bad’ fats with a desire to learn more about where fat has come from, like butter from grass-fed cows or virgin oils from a single estate.

Cooking methods like air-frying, puffing and roasting put to good use to avoid overconsumption of fats, a trend that continues to grow in popularity with the rapid growth in the sale of air fryers. Asda plans to add air-frying cooking instructions to over 100 Asda-own label products over the next year.

As our understanding of the impact grocery staples have on the planet grows, new innovations outlined in the “Food Odyssey” trend look to ways to replicate and replace. You can expect to see more realistic plant-based fish and sea plants replacing leafy greens (such as seaweed pesto) as producers branch out into new protein-rich ingredients. Precision fermentation is also making waves in the dairy industry, to replicate ingredients like egg whites, animal fats and more.

Jonathan Moore, who is Asda's Senior Director of Food Trends and Innovation said: “Following the success of our inaugural Trend Book last year, we’re proud to share its latest iteration and excited to see how it informs our product development over the coming months. We have spent months researching and identifying seven mega trends emerging in the UK food scene, alongside delving deeper into the relevant social and cultural drivers behind them. Over the next 18 months, we’ll be working hard to bring these trends to life on Asda shelves in a way that’s both exciting and accessible for our customers”.

View the full version of the trends book here https://rb.gy/or748

Big Daddy Burgers! Morrisons launches giant burger in cafés for Father's week

Morrisons has announced the launch of its latest meaty feast for Father’s Day Week: The Big Daddy Burger. 

The Big Daddy Burger will be available in all Morrisons Cafés in the week leading up to Dads’ very special day and costs £7.99 or only £5 for More Card customers, from Monday 12th to Sunday 18th June.   

There are two Big Daddy Burgers, made using 100% British beef, which are layered with a double serving of cheese and bacon, a hash brown, special burger sauce, lettuce, tomatoes and onion rings. The burger is served with a side of chips and portion of coleslaw making this the perfect way to treat the father figures in your life. 

The tasty treat will certainly make Dads all over the UK feel full of love (and food!) on their big day and those looking for a vegetarian option are also well catered for, as Morrisons chefs have created The Big Daddy Veggie Burger too.

Also served with chips and coleslaw, The Big Daddy Veggie Burger consists of three meat free patties, double cheese, a hashbrown, burger sauce, tomatoes, lettuce and onion rings for £7.99 or £5 for More Card Customers.

To make the celebration even greater value, families can enjoy the Kids Eat Free offer including all-time favourites like Bangers and Mash and Fish and Chips, when purchasing The Big Daddy Burger or any other meal costing £4.49 and over. 

Chris Strong, Morrisons Café Buying Manager, says: “We’re working very hard to serve our customers great-value, tasty meals whether it’s a midweek lunch or a special occasion like Father’s Day.  

"We’re confident The Big Daddy Burger and The Big Daddy Veggie Burger will be a firm favourite with customers so we’re adding them to the menu for the whole week and More Card customers can grab them for just £5 while kids can eat for free whenever an adult meal is purchased.”

Both burgers are available to order for home delivery, through JustEat and Deliveroo* and are subject to availability.

For a limited time only, The Big Daddy Burger and The Big Daddy Veggie Burger is available in all Morrisons cafés nationwide. To find your local café, visit: https://my.morrisons.com/storefinder/

*Orders placed via JustEat and Deliveroo for The Big Daddy Burger and The Big Daddy Veggie Burger cost £8.49 and are not eligible for the More Card Exclusive or Kids Eat Free promotions.