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Bryant & May announces on-pack ambassador chef

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Bryant & May has also announced chef Chris Mackett, former development chef to Tom Kerridge, will become its new on-pack ambassador. The partnership, which consists of 12 exclusive on pack recipes and social and media activation, will highlight seasonal usage occasions and allow retailers to…

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