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Food insights play a key role in our approach to proactive procurement and effective supply chain management – and we like to share!
From food trends and innovation, to marketplace updates, industry news, food price index reports and expert insights, our blog provides thought-provoking analysis on a range of interesting topics…
Managing Dairy Free Diets
Going vegan, having a milk allergy or being lactose intolerant have all led to an increase in dairy free diets. So how can we ensure people are not susceptible to malnutrition?
Coffee Trends & Innovation 2020
British coffee consumption stands at over 95 million cups per day and the beverage’s popularity shows no signs of slowing down. Here’s the trends predicted for 2020.
Sugar Awareness Week 2020
During Sugar Awareness Week, allmanhall reviews policies set out to reduce sugar consumption and considers what is needed to stem the rising tide of childhood obesity.
Food trends and innovations January 2020
In our January update, we examine the top innovations in 2019, identify key trends to look out for in 2020, and highlight recent product launches and innovations.
Veganuary – The rise of meatless meat
A third of the UK population is now eating less meat and fish than two years ago, but what are the plant-based alternatives on offer to tempt us away from our traditional diet?
Traditional Christmas dinners around the world
A look at traditional Christmas dinners around the world, from Polish Barszcz, Spanish Turron and Danish Klejner, to Kenyan Nyama Choma and Filipino Lechon.
Why are cloves associated with Xmas?
Think of cloves and you think of Christmas, but where does this spice originate, and why is it intrinsically linked to our festive celebrations?
Will we still be eating turkey this Christmas?
Turkey plays a key role in both the American Thanksgiving celebrations and in our own Christmas festivities, but where does the tradition originate?
Natasha’s Law – what it means for caterers
Natasha’s Law will come into force in October 2021. It will require food businesses to provide full ingredient labelling on foods Prepacked for Direct Sale.
Food trends and innovations October 2019
Discover the latest food trends for October 2019. This months key topics include sustainability, new product development and plant-based innovation.
Will Brexit be bad for our baskets?
Will a no-deal Brexit be bad for our food baskets? We examine the implications of leaving the European Union without a deal on 31st October.
Why is sustainable fishing so important?
The world’s fish stocks are at risk from overfishing. We investigate what is being done to reduce this and explore why sustainable fishing is so important.
Eating insects to save the world
Over 2 billion people regularly eat insects. Yet western food culture does not embrace eating insects as food. Can eating insects save the world?
Overview of the strawberry industry
We examine the current state of the UK strawberry industry and analyse how Brexit, innovations and robotics are changing the way the industry operates.
The importance of bees in agriculture
Why are bees so important in agriculture and food production? Discover why without bees it would cost UK farmers £1.8 billion a year to pollinate crops.
Key chocolate trends in 2019
When we think of comfort food, chocolate typically comes to mind. But how has chocolate changed over time? Discover key chocolate trends in 2019.
The environmental impact of red meat
The environmental impact of red meat is a hot topic. It’s clear it has had a substantial impact on the world’s resources, but should it be avoided completely?
Calorie reduction – too ambitious for action?
With rates of obesity still rising in the UK, Public Health England is challenging the food industry to reduce calories by 20% in everyday products by 2024.
Why is palm oil so controversial?
The controversy surrounding palm oil was highlighted when Iceland’s Christmas advert was banned from TV for being too political. Here’s what you need to know.
What are wholegrains and should we eat them?
Wholegrains are an essential part of a healthy diet. Yet, many of us are unsure which foods contain them. Discover why we should be eating more wholegrains.