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Find the latest products, trends, news, and insight, from all the brands you know and love.

Teapigs

Upgrading the Cup to teapigs: Why Tea Matters

12 May 2026

In foodservice, tea is often overlooked – yet it’s one of the most ordered drinks. Discover how upgrading to whole leaf tea can enhance flavour, satisfaction and your overall beverage offer.

Perfect ted

PerfectTed - The worlds leading Matcha brand

12 May 2026

One versatile ingredient, endless menu potential. PerfectTed Matcha Powder is designed for cafés, restaurants and foodservice operators looking to bring high-quality matcha to their menus with ease.

Introducing four new award-winning ciders from Thatchers

Introducing four new award-winning ciders from Thatchers

12 May 2026

Britains leading independent cider maker, Thatchers, is now available via Brakes for the first time, offering four wonderful new ways to delight guests and drive sales.

Vegware

Why compostable packaging matters

12 May 2026

Compostable packaging is the key to recycling everything. Vegware products are designed for composting. All our products capture food waste that would otherwise be lost from the system.  

Potato Gnocchi for Every Menu

Potato Gnocchi for Every Menu

01 May 2026

Italian cuisine remains a strong performer across the UK foodservice market, with pasta dishes continuing to be a staple on menus from pubs to premium casual dining.

Wildfarmed Flour: A Better Choice for Your Kitchen

Wildfarmed Flour: A Better Choice for Your Kitchen

01 May 2026

We think food should do more. Taste better. Do better. Be better.

Belvita

Fuel On-the-Go Sales with belVita, the Healthier Biscuit Leader!

01 May 2026

In today's fast-paced world, consumers are constantly seeking convenient, nourishing and healthier options to power their day.

Refill, Dispense, Repeat with Heinz Sauce Pouches!

Refill, Dispense, Repeat with Heinz Sauce Pouches!

01 May 2026

Serve smarter with Heinz Dispensers - designed to work seamlessly with all Heinz Easy Sauce Dispenser Pouches.

Score Big this World Cup: Every bag of Mini Cheddars gives you a chance to win a £1.5k Stadium-at-Home Treat!

Mini Cheddars

29 April 2026

Score Big this World Cup: Every bag of Mini Cheddars gives you a chance to win a £1.5k Stadium-at-Home Treat!

Britvic

Elevate expectations with the new Sleek Can portfolio.

16 April 2026

Designed for modern hospitality, Sleek cans deliver a refined alternative to traditional formats. Their tall, minimal design enhances table presentation while supporting faster, more polished service.

Border Biscuits Mini Packs - Small Packs, Strong Margins

Border Biscuits Mini Packs - Small Packs, Strong Margins

15 April 2026

Perfect for cafés, hotels and hospitality settings, Border Biscuits Mini Packs offer a premium, portion-controlled treat. Easy to serve and ideal for rooms, counters or grab-and-go, boosting revenue with minimal effort.

Dr Pepper cream swirl

Dr Pepper Cream Swirl

15 April 2026

Cream Swirl is an extra dollop of sweet richness that makes trying more weird even more enticing than ever.

Schär Gluten Free Pizza Dough Made Easy

Schär Gluten Free Pizza Dough Made Easy

15 April 2026

A versatile gluten‑free dough that helps busy kitchens create pizzas, dough balls and more—while keeping prep simple and gluten‑free guests safe.

Lamb Weston

Snacking menus are better with fries

07 April 2026

 Social occasions and drinks-led visits are driving snacking growth. Discover how fries and loaded formats can unlock summer sharing moments and help increase spend per visit.

Muller

Müller x Myprotein Yogurts & Puddings

07 April 2026

The nation’s beloved dairy brand Müller has joined forces with the world’s leading sports nutrition brand, Myprotein, to deliver the ultimate POWER COUPLE in protein snacking.

PerfectTed matcha

PerfectTed - Time to Meet Your Matcha

02 April 2026

Four delicious ready-to-drink cans, built for busy days and easy chilled service. This spring, PerfectTed is introducing Brakes to two sparkling Healthy Energy Drink flavours - Apple Raspberry and Juicy Peach, & two creamy Matcha Lattes - Vanilla and Strawberry.

Award-Winning Grab-and-Go Chocolate Brownie

Award-winning grab-and-go chocolate brownie

01 April 2026

Drooly is an award-winning grab-and-go chocolate brownie designed for busy foodservice environments. Individually wrapped with a long ambient shelf life, it offers a simple way to add a premium sweet treat.

Heartsease farm

Heartsease farm

01 April 2026

Heartsease Farm creates sparkling pressés inspired by the countryside. Made with pure Welsh spring water and real fruit, each sip is light, refreshing and full of natural flavour.

NOMO

Nomo chocolate

01 April 2026

NOMO Chocolate is the UK’s No.1 plant-powered and free from chocolate brand. Our mission is to create products that all chocolate lovers can enjoy regardless of your dietary requirements!

Flawsome!

Flawsome!

11 March 2026

We grew up eating fruit from Nan’s orchard and from the garden at home. Fruit was grown in real weather, eaten in season and full of flavour.

Every case counts: snacks that give back

Every case counts: snacks that give back

10 March 2026

Choose the snack that gives back. REAL Hand Cooked Crisps and Golden Wonder Animal Adventures are helping raise funds for Meals & More to reach children and families who need it most, 25p from every case purchased goes directly to Meals & More.

Introducing Our New Cafédirect Range

Introducing our new Cafédirect range

10 March 2026

In busy hospitality settings, coffee needs to work hard. Speed matters. Consistency matters. And flavour can’t be compromised.

The collective

The Collective

05 March 2026

The Collective is taking the humble yoghurt to heroic heights. Curators of epic taste & exciting experiences, we take 100% British live yoghurt, pile on the fruit and only use ingredients you’ll find in your own kitchen.

JDE

JDE Professional

03 March 2026

Making a difference never tasted so good with Kenco’s new paper 300g refill packs available in Rich and Smooth.

The bread factory

The bread factory

03 March 2026

Discover our Wildfarmed range and how we’re working to improve the food system through regenerative farming and better baking.

Europastry

An Everyday Indulgence with British Charm

03 March 2026

Rooted in classic British baking and shaped by modern consumer habits, the La Boulangerie Victoria Sponge Tulip Muffin offers a refined yet approachable bakery option.

Müller x Myprotein

Müller x Myprotein

18 February 2026

The nation’s beloved dairy brand Müller has joined forces with the world’s leading sports nutrition brand, Myprotein, to deliver the ultimate POWER COUPLE in protein snacking.

Ben & Jerry’s NEW Cookie Dough – Sandwich!

Ben & Jerry’s new cookie dough – sandwich!

18 February 2026

From a sweet snack at home to an on-the-go indulgence, there was only one way we could top our most-loved Cookie Dough and that was by sandwiching it!

La Tua Pasta

Award-winning, authentic fresh pasta since 2006

17 February 2026

Fresh-frozen, locally hand-made pasta using premium, natural ingredients. La Tua Pasta delivers authentic Italian flavour, chef-ready quality, and quick-cook convenience.

Sweet Baby Ray’s

Sweet Baby Ray’s

11 February 2026

Who’s the Boss! Discover the iconic American BBQ sauce taking over the UK—From its Chicago roots to its rise as a bold, authentic, menu-elevating favourite winning over chefs, food lovers, and BBQ fans everywhere.