Recipes
Whether you're looking for a classic dish or something new to tantalise your taste buds, we have the perfect recipe for you.
Recipes
Blackberry and tonka chocolate bar
The beautiful combination of the blackberry puree and the tonka bean is complimented perfectly by the creaminess of the dark chocolate in these bars.
Belcolade plant based chocolate pine fruit demo
Join Michel Eyckerman of Puratos Belcolade, as he shares how to make delicious plant based chocolate pine fruit in this amazing demo.
Easter eggnog nest
Eggnog is traditionally a festive seasonal drink, but this flavour gives a decadent element to desserts, cakes and patisserie and can be used all year round. This Easter eggnog recipe will give your customers an unforgettable experience.
True dark hazelnut praline Easter egg
An extravagant hazelnut praline Easter egg made with deZaan's delicious True Dark cocoa powder.
Welsh lamb cannon
Lamb cannon is considered to be one of the best cuts of lamb for roasting. This hearty dish is full of flavour and the lamb just melts in the mouth.
Pink margarita
This pink margarita is completely alcohol-free. Made with the fruit purees from Leonce Blanc and lemon zest, it's perfect for a Mother's Day special treat.
The luck of the Irish
March 17th is a day to celebrate the Emerald Isle and what better way to do it than with a refreshing Guinness sorbet. But, first, a few facts about St Patrick’s Day;St Patrick is the patron saint of Ireland who died on March 17th, 432AD.;Patrick was actually born in Britain, during the Roman period, but was taken to Ireland to become a slave, against his own will. After he was freed, he became a priest and was later made the first bishop of Ireland. He’s credited with bringing christianity to Ireland.;It’s also believed he drove all of the snakes out of Ireland!;Revellers are expected to wear green to make you invisible to leprechauns. If you aren’t wearing green, then, according to folklore, a leprechaun will see you and pinch you!;St Patrick’s Day is celebrated around the world and, every year, the Chicago River is turned green. It’s a nationally recognised holiday in the United States – but not in the UK.;Traditionally, people watch the local parade, followed by a dinner of corned beef and cabbage, Irish dancing – and lashings of Guinness!;Guinness claims around 13 million pints of the "black stuff" (although it’s technically a very deep red) are consumed worldwide on the holiday alone.
Fruity little numbers
Fruit-based ice lollies are a popular, go-to treat in the hot weather – and Mexican paletas look set to be this summer’s hot new trend.;These handcrafted gourmet pops marry demand for indulgent treats with the trend for healthier options as they’re made from fresh fruits for a big flavour punch.;Whole pieces of fruit are used to decorate paletas, so have some fun with your flavour and colour combos and create some eye-catching variations!;Here are a few suggestions to get you started, each recipe makes 8-10 small lollies or 3-4 large lollies
Go potty for chocolate blooms
Spring is in the air and nothing heralds the start of the new season like flowers and Easter bunnies!;A clever and super-cute serving suggestion for your spring gelato flavours are these gorgeous chocolate flower pots from the Dobla decor range. Available in orange, green, white, dark, pink and blue, these coloured white chocolate flowerpots stand 55mm tall with a diameter of 62mm, making them the perfect carrier for a scoop of ice cream.;Our gelato & ice cream technician Steve Carrigan says: “Why make life difficult for yourself when there are so many brilliant products available on the market? These gelato-filled flowerpots are a stunning addition to any spring menu and literally take minutes to pull together
Ice, ice baby!
Keep your cool this summer with a refreshing offering of on-trend granitas.;The granita is a semifrozen dessert originally from Sicily, and made from water, sugar and various fruit flavourings.;It’s frozen at slow speed to create larger ice crystals and stirred continuously.;Here are some flavour suggestions to whet your appetite
Fantastic florals
Fantastic florals are a sure-fire way to spruce up your summer menus. They evoke happy thoughts of English country gardens, as well as pleasing and cleansing the palate.;With the warmer weather, hopefully on its way, seek out some inspiration in the great outdoors and bring some petal power to your pans
Vegan chocolate and pistachio Valentine's tart
Valentine's Day won't be complete without chocolate in some shape or form. Why not try these vegan milk-a-like chocolate and pistachio tarts, easy to make and fabulously delicious.
