Category: Food

January Spending Drops for the First Time in 5 Years

Dry January is named aptly for people trying to give up alcohol during the first month of the year, however for many people dry January also meant a very dry bank account, after the onslaught of spending during the Christmas period. It’s no surprise then that UK shoppers spent less last month than the year…
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#GETTOKNOW Lillie Farrow

After recently hosting our #GreatFamilies Brunch event for Pomegreat Pomegranate Juice, we took the opportunity to #GETTOKNOW parenting and foodie blogger Lillie Farrow! When did you first set up your social channels, and what got you started? I first started my Instagram account in February 2014. I had just joined Slimming World and had been…
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The Trends Shaping Celebrity & Influencer Brand Collaborations

In 2018, digital influencers will continue to be the number one choice for brand endorsements. However, we’re likely to see a more planned, sophisticated approach to influencer marketing with audience data and analytics forming the backbone of talent identification. So what do you need to know to stay ahead of the game? 1. Digital influencers…
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It’s the most wonderful time of the year…

Christmas, the time of year when we all discuss cutting back and vow not to get carried away with the hype… And you’d think this was the plan for 2017 given a YouGov Report looking into Christmas spending intentions which revealed that 30% of people expect to spend less this Christmas overall than they did…
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The Top Five Food & Drink Trends For 2018

In 2018, expect to see transparency and traceability for all, regardless of their income. From ingredient scares to political bombshells, self-care has become a priority for many and one that includes choosing food and drink that will address perceived nutritional, physical, and emotional needs. Opportunities also will be plentiful for natural, tantalising, and unexpected textures from chewy beverages to…
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Halloween is set for spooktacular spending!

With four days to go until Halloween and a weekend ahead of haunting house parties and spooky nights out, it seems Brits are set to spend more than ever on Halloween this year. Traditionally a US holiday, Halloween has been a part of British culture for some time and is now one of the largest…
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BAKE OFF IS BACK!

Tuesday night saw the return of The Great British Bake Off to our screens but now home to Channel 4, two new presenters, one new judge and 12 new contestants – how would it go down with the viewers? Like the highest scoring bake or as disastrous as Iain’s ‘Binned’ Alaska? Well, not far off…
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