Vacu Vin’s new PopSome product, which offers a new way to serve sweets and nibbles, has won an award for good design.
Read More »US consumers can’t get enough of cupcakes
While the UK cupcake craze shows no sign of abating the same is true in the US, according to new figures.
Read More »Morleys acquires Pearsons department stores
The two Pearsons department stores, in Enfield, north London, and Bishops Stortford, Hertfordshire, have been bought by Morleys Stores.
Read More »Exeter and Chester are next for John Lewis At Home
John Lewis has announced that Exeter and Chester will be the next two locations for At Home stores, opening next year.
Read More »More housewares for New York Gift Fair
Next year’s New York International Gift Fair will present an expanded offer within its tabletop and housewares sector.
Read More »High Court decides grapefruit knife is a law-breaker
The continuing confusion surrounding under-age knife sales has been highlighted by a High Court judge, who has told magistrates that their definition of a grapefruit knife was wrong.
Read More »Party at Spring Fair and help Rainy Day Trust
Home enhancement industry charity the Rainy Day Trust will once again be throwing a party to raise funds during next year's Spring Fair International.
Read More »Vogue recruits four to sales force
Licensed character housewares supplier Vogue International has strengthened its sales force with the recruitment of four new members of staff.
Read More »Mintel predicts trends that will shape 2011
Mintel has predicted nine key consumer trends for the year ahead in light of the aftershocks of the economic crisis.
Read More »Bakeware sales soar at Asda
Speciality bakeware and glam decorations go down a treat, as grocer reports 168% jump in sales of vintage cake stands, with silicone muffin pans and scales also seeing growth.
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