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J Cosmetics
In 1981 JS launched their own brand cosmetics range called 'J' cosmetics. Enjoy this trip to fashion and glamour of 1980s with imagery that won't disappoint.
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Store Highlight: Rye Lane, Peckham
The closure of Rye Lane, Peckham branch in 1982 marked the end of Sainsbury’s counter service era. Learn more about how this historic shop survived long after the advent of the modern supermarket.
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Royal occasions
Look back at long tradition of celebrations of royal occasions by Sainsbury’s stores.
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Recipes for Success
The Sainsbury Archive is a treasure trove of recipes dating from the early 20th century to the present day. Whet your appetite with this overview!
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Remembering Mr J.D.
We take a look at the career of Sainsbury’s former chairman and chief executive John Davan Sainsbury, Lord Sainsbury of Preston Candover KG.
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Festive menu
For the upcoming festive season we trawled through materials old and new offering you some ultimate Christmas favourites and inspiration for your menu that most certainly will not disappoint.
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Time for a cuppa
A look back at evolution of one of Sainsbury's first own brand products and the nation's favourite - tea.
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Carriers of History
Discover how the items customers carry their Sainsbury’s shopping in have changed over the years, from 19th-century paper egg bags to the modern 'bag for life'.
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Sainsbury's in SE1
A look back to Sainsbury's headquarters, factory and training school in SE1.
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Football Fever
View footage of by the Sainsbury Staff Association Ciné Club of the Cup Final football game on 21 March 1964 between Griffin Q Section (team comprised of Sainsbury's staff) and London Transport Chiswick.
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The Story of Savacentre
A look back at a chain of pioneering hypermarkets which sold Sainsbury’s food and much more besides.