26 Jul Winning Brands Going Further For Families
PRODUCT of the Year is the home of stuff that really works.
But in a world that feels a bit wobbly, shoppers are looking to the brands they trust for something more.
Whether it’s a commitment to supporting the planet, a promise to encourage kindness or a helping hand with the cost of living, many of our winners are going the extra mile.
As the summer holidays start, these are some of this year’s Product of the Year-winning brands giving families an extra boost.
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Weetabix Melts
GREAT FAMILY PROMISE
With England’s Lionesses doing so brilliantly in the women’s Euros, millions of girls will dream of becoming the next Beth Mead or Millie Bright. Weetabix Wildcats – supporting football in girls aged five to 11 at clubs all over the country – may just help make that dream come true.
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Robinsons Double Strength Blackcurrant Squash
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Robinsons is helping families squeeze the most out of summer with its free Big Fruit Hunt. The Britvic brand’s free virtual outdoor hunt gets everyone out into the fresh air to find virtual fruit and win vouchers and prizes. What are you waiting for?
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Wagamama Katsu Curry Meal Kit
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As well as tasting good, Wagamama is doing good, with all profits from its cook at home range, including the Product of the Year-winning Katsu Curry Meal Kit, being donated to its charity partner, Young Minds, helping support young people through mental health challenges.
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Pedigree Ranchos
GREAT FAMILY PROMISE
Pedigree believes every dog should have a home and is on a mission to end dog homelessness. Alongside another Mars brand, Whiskas, it will be donating a million meals to animal rescue centres over the next year. The Pedigree website is also packed with tips for being a responsible pet owner.
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Nando’s Sweet Chilli Jam
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If you love Nando’s Product of the Year, chances are that you love the restaurant too. With the school holidays here, now’s the time to sign up to its rewards Card where you can soon save points to get money off meals – a helping hand in these hard times.
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Dreamies Cat Treats with Catnip
GREAT FAMILY PROMISE
Dreamies cat treats proudly support the LGBT+ community, putting its money where its miaow is by working with the LGBT Foundation, helping to fund its helpline, ensuring there is always a listening ear when people need it most.
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Costa Intensely Dark Amazonian Blend Coffee for Cafetiere
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A multiple Product of the Year winner, Costa also rewards its customers for loyalty. So, when you’re out and about this summer, downloading the Costa Club app will save you money, rewarding you with free drinks when you’ve collected enough points (‘beans’). It’ll even give you a free cake on your birthday. We’ll have a slice of that.
With entries for the 2023 awards closing soon, we can’t wait to see which brands will give a little more!