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Ground-breaking cocoa aroma launched to ease chocolate price crisis
We are proud to unveil a ground-breaking new product from Prova Gourmet, designed to help mitigate the cost of cocoa-based goods. Cocoa aromaWith chocolate prices currently experiencing an all-time high, Prova Gourmet cocoa aroma allows makers to... more
Cinnamon and pear gelato with a balsamic glaze ripple
Softly spiced and comforting cinnamon blends with subtly sweet pear to create a smooth and creamy gelato that's rippled with a mature and tangy Gran Cru balsamic glaze. A perfectly balanced gelato that delights all the senses. White... more
Exhibiting at the Ice Cream and Artisan Food Show
Attracting a huge 5,000 visitors, the Ice Cream and Artisan Food Show, organised by the Ice Cream Alliance, was an outstanding way to kick off the event calendar in the food and drinks industry. Taking place on 4-5th February, at the Birmingham National... more
Henley Bridge stock an exciting new brand: Chichester Food and Drink Company
Henley Bridge Ingredients are thrilled to introduce an innovative new brand, Chichester Food and Drink Company. Based in the heart of West Sussex, they rescue grade A surplus fruits from local farms that are, due to excess stock, destined for landfill.... more
The Puratos Cacao-Trace programme: impact report
In 2023, Cacao-Trace continued its inspiring journey towards crafting sustainable cocoa and empowering farmer communities. The programme delivered incredible results across its core pillars: improving farmer livelihoods, creating better environmental... more
How to use the Food Colours cake drip
A step-by-step guide on how to achieve the perfect cake drizzle. Transform your cakes with a beautiful, flowing drip using this delicious, chocolate-flavoured topping! Food Colours' cake drip comes in seven vibrant colours, making it... more
Henley Bridge welcomes a vibrant new range: Food Colours
Colour burstAn exciting new range of food colour products has burst into the UK professional food market aimed at helping bakers and confectioners to create unique decorations. Our team, at Henley Bridge, are proud to have secured exclusive UK... more
No added sugar pineapple and mango gelato
Escape to the tropics with this fruity and refreshing gelato. The innovative reduced sugar recipe is bursting with natural sweetness, from sun-ripened mangoes and passion fruits so your customers can enjoy all the fruity flavour but without the added... more
Milk chocolate, hazelnut and wafer gelato
A delightfully, luxurious gelato that blends creamy milk chocolate and hazelnut flavour with a crisp, wafer texture. Top with Ferrero Rocher chocolates for a treat that's impossible to say no to! White baseIngredients671g whole milk (3.5%... more
Vegan mint choc chip gelato
It's a classic we all know and love but recreated with wholesome plant-based ingredients so vegan clientele needn't miss out. Embrace this dairy-free delight without skimping on texture or flavour - fresh mint blends with a dark chocolate crunch for... more
A visit to the Ivory Coast Cacao-Trace farming communities
A revolutionary programmePuratos, parent of the Belcolade brand, introduced their revolutionary Cacao-Trace programme in 2013, as a way to better control the cocoa chain and support those within it. Key focus areas include farmer poverty, working... more
Chocolate market update: Cacao as a commodity
[updated 29.01.25]Cocoa market update: the outlookUnfortunately the cocoa market has continued to increase and is currently trading at just over £9,000/mt (as of 22/01/25). To put this into perspective the market had dropped to around £4,500 in... more