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MCGHEE’S ‘ROLLS’ OUT FIVE NEW PRODUCTS IN ASDA SCOTLAND STORES
Family-owned McGhee’s Bakery has secured a contract to supply five new bread lines to over 50 Asda stores across Scotland.
Part of the bakery’s morning goods product portfolio, the listings include handmade Crispy Rolls, Soft Morning Rolls and Brown Morning Rolls, as well as Soda Scones and Well Fired Rolls. Dionne Pocobelli, Group Sales Manager of McGhee’s Bakery, said: “We are delighted to supply Asda with products from our award-winning roll range for the first time. This opportunity allows us to share some of our favourite products with Asda shoppers across Scotland. “Our Crispy Morning Rolls are a traditional handmade roll that is based on a sourdough recipe – which makes them unique in flavour and texture. We are known as a supplier of the Glasgow favourite “Crispy Roll” and, in fact, all our rolls have become increasingly popular across Scotland.” Heather Turnbull, Asda’s Regional Buying Manager, Scotland, added: “It’s brilliant to add more McGhee’s products to our shelves – our customers love to see local suppliers in store. We are always on the lookout for new and delicious products, and we think our shoppers will enjoy this selection of new bread rolls from the McGhee’s range.” “Bread rolls are a firm favourite in Scotland and it’s great to be able to offer these products from a family-owned bakery.”
Dionne Pocobelli, Group Sales Manager of McGhee’s Bakery
BAYNE’S THE FAMILY BAKERS ANNOUNCES PLAN FOR FIRST DRIVE-THRU OUTLET
Bayne’s the Family Bakers has announced plans to open its first drive-thru outlet at Hillington Park, located next to the M8 in Glasgow.
The development is due to be completed and handed over to Bayne’s later this year. John Bayne, Joint Managing Director at Bayne’s the Family Baker, said: “Much has changed since my grandfather started the business in 1954 but the business has grown successfully by retaining the family business ethos he set out with. “When he opened the first shop more than 60 years ago, I don’t imagine he’d have envisaged people buying bakery products from a Bayne’s drive thru, or indeed how successful the company would become. “We recognise that more people are looking for convenience and easy access to fresh bakery and coffee so we are excited to be adding our first drive-thru outlet to the 59 other shops we operate across cities and towns in Scotland. Thousands of people work at Hillington Park every day and many thousands more pass close by on the M8 motorway so it is the perfect location to locate this new, alternative way of selling our traditional and modern Scottish baked savoury and sweet products.”
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BELLS FOOD GROUP ANNOUNCES NEW CHAIRMAN
Bells Food Group is pleased to announce the appointment of David M Bell as Chairman, following the sad passing of John Bell. David is a third generation member of the Bell family and has worked at Bells for over forty years. He is proud to be appointed Chairman in the year that Bells celebrates its 90th anniversary.
David said, “As Bells Food Group celebrates its 90th Anniversary, it is a great honour to be appointed Chairman of such an iconic Scottish company and brand. We have a great team at Bells and I look forward to being part of our journey for many years to come”.
BAKERY ANDANTE CELEBRATES 10 YEARS!
Edinburgh based Bakery Andante also made their local news as they celebrated 10 years in business.
The business was started by Jon Wood, who decided to pursue his passion and train as an artisan baker. Bakery Andante now enjoys a fantastic reputation for its artisan loaves. They attend many markets in Edinburgh and surrounding areas and regularly supply the local hospitality trade. The bakery now has three branches with the third opening in May this year. The new branch includes their first café.
CLARK’S BAKERY CONTINUES TO BUILD ON SUCCESS
Clark’s Bakery of Dundee featured in British Baker magazine recently in an interesting article on how the business has grown, the impact of Covid, the success of launching an online delivery service and app and plans to open a drive thru bakery at the city’s Kingsway Retail Park.
HIGHLAND BAKERY HARRY GOW EXPANDS DELIVERY SERVICE ACROSS NORTH OF SCOTLAND
Renowned bakery Harry Gow has announced its famous dream rings will now be available to fans across the north of Scotland, including Aberdeen, Dundee and the Highlands.
The Highland bakery launched its Harry’s at Home delivery service locally in January and, thanks to overwhelming demand, has expanded its service to cater for fans in the north of Scotland. The bakery has also introduced a new ‘build your own box’ service, allowing home workers, gift givers and baking fans to choose from over 25 popular bakes including dream rings, fern cakes, scones, biscuits, butteries and freshly baked loaves. Fraser Gow, director of Harry Gow, said: “When we launched Harry’s at Home in January, we were blown away by the response. We started receiving requests for deliveries from all across the north of Scotland – and even further afield – so we’re delighted to be able to expand our service.”
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