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By Jack Helm, Account Manager – Beverage, Bakery & Functional Foods at ACI Group In modern baking, efficiency often hides in plain sight. Behind every successful loaf or pastry is a series of calculated decisions, small tweaks in formulation, ingredient choice, or process design that quietly improve quality, reduce waste, and drive down costs. To many, a recipe may appear fixed and finite. But to those focused on continuous improvement, it is a blueprint open to refinement. Efficiency in baking isn’t always about large-scale changes. Often, it comes from small, precise adjustments: a more balanced hydration ratio, a refined fat-emulsifier…

STRATEGIC MOVE STRENGTHENS WREN’S PRESENCE IN THE HEART OF LONDON’S PROPERTY DEVELOPMENT SECTOR The UK’s number one kitchen retailer, Wren Kitchens & Bedrooms, is set to open the doors to its brand new Chiswick High Street showroom on Friday 13th June. Located at Unit 1, Chiswick Green, 414 Chiswick High Road, this marks a significant milestone as the retailer’s first location to feature both a high street presence and a dedicated Contracts office. Located in a prime West London setting with excellent transport links, the new showroom has been designed to provide direct support to London based developers and property professionals…

A line-up of top cats who have transformed the lives of people across the nation have been announced as finalists in the National Cat Awards organised by Cats Protection. The annual awards honours the UK’s most extraordinary cats and people who love them, celebrating moggies that have gone above and beyond – providing comfort, compassion and joy in times of need. This year’s competition will see 12 furry hopefuls competing for the prestige of being named Cats Protection’s National Cat of the Year 2025. The finalists include: The four categories in the 2025 Awards are Connected Cats, Family Cats, Senior…

But according to experts, this is no accident.Phil Ossai, personal branding expert and founder of Ossai Agency, claims that there are key ingredients behind their success that other brands should make note of. Below, Phil reveals the lessons we can learn from some of the most talked-about products when it comes to creating viral buzz: Labubu dolls “Labubu dolls are a classic example of scarcity marketing. This refers to using people’s desire for things that are hard to come by as a way to drive demand and sell products. “The more difficult an item is to acquire, the more we…

A Sustainable Future Starts with Small Businesses In the push toward net zero, small businesses in the UK are playing a growing role in building a sustainable economy. While large corporations may get most of the media attention, SMEs make up 99% of the business population, and their contribution to the energy transition is vital. Adopting renewable energy may seem ambitious for small enterprises, but it’s now more accessible, cost-effective, and rewarding than ever. And the benefits go far beyond the environment. From financial savings to increased energy independence and customer loyalty, going green is a strategic investment for the…

Tennis trainers and rebounders have become a viral sensation on TikTok, sparking a surge in interest. In fact, global Google searches for the term tennis trainers have increased by 64% in the past 30 days. Alex Lovén MBE, founder of the sports and training equipment platform Net World Sports, explains what this piece of kit is, how trainers and rebounders vary, and how they can help transform complete novices into confident, seasoned players. Rebounders and trainers are excellent tools for beginners or anyone looking to take up tennis, whatever the reason. They are also ideal for intermediate players seeking a convenient way to practise and refine their…

Most people don’t think twice about their showerhead—until water starts spraying in all directions or the pressure suddenly drops. But by then, the damage is already done. According to Plumbworld’s bathroom experts, your showerhead should be cleaned at least once a month—but most people leave it far longer. The result? A hidden breeding ground for bacteria, limescale, and mold. Here’s a week-by-week breakdown of what happens when you neglect cleaning your showerhead—and why waiting too long could impact your health, water pressure, and even your plumbing. Week 1 – The Build-Up Begins Even if your showerhead looks clean, minerals from hard…

Cowboy steaks are the latest meat dish to surge in popularity in the UK with online searches for both “cowboy steak recipe” and “how to cook cowboy steak in the oven” soaring by more than 5,000% over the last 30 days. But what actually is a cowboy steak? According to experts at online butcher Campbells Meat, a cowboy steak is typically a thick-cut, bone-in ribeye steak. It’s normally at least 1-2 inches thick and comes from the rib primal of the cow, similar to a classic ribeye steak. It gets its name due to the bone remaining in the cut which gives…

With summer holidays on the horizon, millions of Brits have admitted feeling like bad pet parents if they’re away too long. Among Gen Z, that guilt is shaping entire travel habits, with almost half (48%) avoiding flying because of their pet. They’re also twice as likely as over-65s to plan holidays around pet-friendly accommodation (63% vs. 31%), showing that pets aren’t an afterthought for many young people – they’re the starting point. A new study of 2,000 UK pet owners by TrustedHousesitters reveals just how deeply the bond with pets runs: over half (52%) of owners saying they feel like a “bad…

Pet accessories shop Fur King can reveal that dog owners could save a whopping £1,800 with the new pet passport, which was announced in the UK-EU trade deal on Tuesday 20th May. Keir Starmer announced two deals that would make it easier for Brits to enter the EU, with the first being that UK citizens will be able to use EU passport gates again, and the second being the reintroduction of pet passports. Currently, pet owners in the UK must obtain an animal health certificate (AHC) from a vet each time they travel to countries within the EU and Northern…