Speciality Food April 2025

23 specialityfoodmagazine.com First ever multi serve plant-based matcha released Califia Farms has brought to market the first ever ready-to-drink multi serve Matcha Almond Latte. Available in 750ml bottles and with a base of creamy almond milk combined with real matcha green tea powder, the drink is subtly sweet and velvety smooth. It’s also unflavoured, allowing consumers to customise the latte with their favourite syrup. The drink taps into growing interest globally in plant-based alternatives to coffee shop favourites, said UK and EU general manager, Damien Threadgold. “Our mission remains clear: to make plant-based living easy and accessible for everyone. We’re constantly innovating to meet the evolving needs of our consumers, while remaining true to our core values of health, taste, and sustainability.” califiafarms.com Fresh look for Pure Maple British-Canadian brand, Pure Maple, has showcased new branding alongside an organic certified range of 100% pure maple syrups. Founder and partner, Robert Ward, said, “We are excited to bring our newly organic maple syrups to the UKmarket at such a compelling price. We understand that consumers are looking for value without compromising on quality, and we’re proud to offer a product that meets the demand for premium foods at an accessible price point.” The new organic range includes Pure Maple’s Golden Delicate, Amber Rich and Dark Robust syrups, while the rebrand offers a fresh, modern look, and a new Leone bottle shape, paying homage to the rich history of Canadian maple syrup. puremaple.co.uk Crosta Mollica showcases eyecatching brand refresh One of the UK’s fastest growing pizza brands, Crosta Mollica, has recently undergone a brand refresh, starting with its range of chilled and frozen pizzas . The new look and feel reinforces the brand’s authentic Italian credentials, while driving home the messaging of the quality of ingredients used. David Milner, Crosta Mollica’s executive chairman, said, “One of the primary objectives of undergoing such a momentous brand refresh is to make the name more memorable – we want to be more than ‘the one with the stripes’. Those who already enjoy Crosta Mollica pizzas never look back, so it’s about us saying to shoppers ‘This is us’. We are focused and committed to maintaining everything which is so incredibly good about the brand – our Italian heritage, the quality, the taste, the heart and passion – and using our packaging to really shout about it.” crostamollica.com Flower &White, renowned for its indulgent, low-calorie meringue bars, has unveiled a new launch, perfect for helping consumers to create easy, simple desserts. The Glorious Mess is a bold new brand fromBrian and Leanne Crowther, celebrating puddings. It includes all-new Strawberry Meringue Nests and Caramel Meringue nests alongside already popular favourites like Meringue Clouds and Kisses. “Our mission is simple,” said Leanne. “We exist to create uplifting moments of joy that bring people together, whether it’s a quick midweek treat or a showstopping summer dessert. The Glorious Mess makes it effortless to share great food and even better memories.” Each product is made with the finest ingredients, including British sugar and free-range eggs, and is handcrafted in the brand’s award-winning Shropshire bakery. The all-natural range is gluten-free and suitable for vegetarians. thegloriousmess.co.uk New frozen pizza base ranges fromRich’s Foodservice operators can grab a larger slice of the pizza market thanks to a new range of authentic Italian parbaked frozen bases fromRich’s. These include 10” and 12” thin crust gluten-free bases, and a 10” cauliflower base enhanced withmilled chia seeds and brown rice. Hand-stretched, light-textured and rustic Pinsa, fermented overnight, are also on the menu, made with extra virgin olive oil for added flavour. These are available in 9” and 12” rounds, with other shapes and sizes available. All products require no thawing – just top and bake. Rich’s commercial director, Dez Paterson, said, “These launches come at a time when the out-of-home pizza market is in a particularly strong position. The market is nowworth £3.2 billion and is growing at 3.6% year on year.” richs.co.uk Exciting innovation from leading meringue brand