1. CPG: Food

Macaron campaign kicks off

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Häagen-Dazs and world-renowned pastry chef Pierre Hermé have begun their UK marketing campaign to support the recent collaboration. Backed by a £1m investment, the campaign aims to drive consumer demand for the new Macaron range as the summer’s coolest treat with a French touch. Now live, the campaign builds on the brand idea of Don’t …

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