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Key Insights From Our Pasta, Rice, Noodles & Pulses Categorywatching Report

Carb-lovers take note… Our Pasta, Rice, Noodles & Pulses 2026 report is now live on the hub! And it's packed with all of the big 4 C's in this category: Cost-effective, Convenient, Carb-rich and Comforting… ...

Key Insights From Our Salt Bread Foodwatching Report

If you're someone who can't do breakfast or elevenses, without a little pastry treat – take note! Because you may want to swerve your usual croissant, in favour of the latest viral trend… Enter, salt bread. So what exactly is it?!...

Key Insights From Our GLP-1 Update Healthwatching Report

When it comes to health and wellness trends, there's been a hot topic on everyone's lips over the last year… We're talking of course about GLP-1 weight loss medication. ...

Key Insights From Our Easter 2026 Seasonwatching Report

"Eggs-tra, eggs-tra - read all about it!" (Sorry, we couldn't help ourselves...) If you're feeling sad that egg hunts are over for another year, or simply just sugar crashing from a confectionery-filled long weekend – fret not!...

Key Insights From Our Deli 2026 Categorywatching Report

If 'picky bits', antipasti, deli sandos and picnic staples are your go-to, then you're in luck – because our categorywatcing Deli 2026 report is now live on TrendHub. ...

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