Speciality Food Feb/March 2024

virtual meetings help people to stay connected, in-person events allow for a more personal approach, encouraging deeper discussions onmore complex issues. SALSA is delighted to be participating again in the Certification Clinic at IFE Manufacturing 2024, which is a unique opportunity for businesses to speak one-to one with experienced food safety professionals and to seek advice in the area of auditing and certification. “SALSA is recognised as the UK’s leading food safety certification scheme for smaller producers. As a membership scheme - not just a standard – SALSA can also provide businesses with support, advice, guidance and training services. We look forward to meeting with small businesses looking for certification of their food safety management systems and providing insights into the best solutions for their position.” Kayleigh Plumbridge, regional marketing manager (EMEA), adds, “BRCGS is delighted to be taking part in the Certification Clinic at IFEManufacturing 2023 once again. Confidence in quality and safety remains a top priority but the increasing globalisation and complexity of food supply chains across all elements of the industry can present new challenges. “BRCGS certification is the leading solution that provides much-needed confidence and reassurance for consumers, suppliers and brands, and we are really looking forward to meeting like-minded professionals to discuss BRCGS certification inmore detail.” Food, Drink & HospitalityWeek The newly launched umbrella brand Food, Drink & Hospitality Week brings together sister events IFEManufacturing, IFE, The Pub Show, HRC and International Salon Culinaire for the UK’s biggest celebration of industry innovation. Withmore than 27,000 industry professionals expected to attend and thousands of innovative products on display, the upcoming event is not to be missed. Visitors can expect to taste, test and discover a wide range of quality products andmeet the faces behind the brands. 18 @specialityfood NEED TO KNOW To find out more about everything happening as part of Food, Drink & Hospitality Week on 25th-27th March 2024, visit fooddrinkandhospitalityweek.co.uk THE STARTUP MARKET The Startup Market is not only a reflection of current food and drink trends but also a predictor of future industry shifts, making it a key component of the event for both exhibitors and attendees. Here are just some of the brands you can meet at the Startup Market at IFE 2024: BETTER FOOD MOOD - STAND 571H Better Food Mood create wellness teas, superfood blends and nut and seed breakfast toppers. This young wellness brand offers products including turmeric chai, rose chamomile lavender tea, masala chai and tea masala powder. HEALICIOUS - STAND 571P Healicious is passionate about millets, an ancient superfood the brand is reviving for the modern consumer’s palate. Its grains are gluten free, high in fibre, non-GMO, packed with vitamins and minerals, and with a low glycaemic index, too. KIN + DEUM - STAND 571A kin+deum means to eat and to drink in Thai. This brand is dedicated to preserving the rich traditions of Thai cuisine and snacks, focusing on the art of well-being through the use of natural ingredients, herbs, spices, and fruits to create authentic and delicious flavours. This year the Startup Market is once again home to the show’s newest suppliers and up-and-coming food and drink brands. Startups are the lifeblood of the sector, bringing in new ideas, fresh approaches and innovative approaches to familiar products. everyday staples for most consumers. A loaf of bread for example. The very fact that these items are part of our weekly diet means that as an industry, we need a measured and informed approach to tackling their uptake.” Ruth Dolby of Food Science Fusion will moderate a session on efficiency in food and drink development. She says, “Working across the food chain, we will be looking at best practice for optimising NPD value in all areas of the process. It is great to be invited back to facilitate this panel on the Trends & Innovation Platform and to be joined by colleagues with some great insights and to share.” The 2024 programme will also see startup founders and brand owners taking to the stage to share candid experiences of business failures, sharing key lessons and resilience tips for future success. The Trends & Innovation Platform will also play host to the World Food Innovation Awards winners ceremony at 2.45pm onMonday, 25thMarch, followed by the winner presentation for the inaugural IFE Manufacturing Ingredients Awards, in partnership with the IFST, at 4pm. The New Products Tasting Theatre The New Products Tasting Theatre at IFE is a bustling hub of new product tastings, demos and pitches from innovative startups. Across the three days of the event various exciting brands from the show’s Startup Market will have the opportunity to pitch their product to a live audience, host tastings and answer any buyer questions in person. Plus, the New Products Tasting Theatre will be host to several Distributor Discovery Hours, where wholesale brands including Bidfood and Sysco will be showcasing some of the most unique brands in their ranges. The Certification Clinic Returning to IFE’s sister show IFE Manufacturing is the Certification Clinic, where a number of key industry accreditation bodies will be available for one-on-one consultation and advice for food and drink brands. This year the organisations taking part are Coeliac UK, RSPCA Assured, BRCGS, Soil Association Certification, Halal Certification Europe (HCE), SALSA Food, The Vegan Trademark, Red Tractor, Halal Certification Organisation Ltd (HCO) and Loop Certified. Jacqui Slatter, development manager at SALSA, says, “While BOBA BOX A premium ingredient supplier with over 13 years in the bubble tea industry, Boba Box has established itself as a trusted partner for retailers, restaurants, dessert lounges and franchisees across the globe. The first to market in the UK, with a central London HQ and a European base in the Netherlands, the brand’s bespoke services and unwavering commitment to quality have helped countless businesses thrive in the ever-evolving bubble tea market. Boba Box will be showcasing new ingredients, unique flavours and the latest equipment at IFE 2024. Meet the team to discuss how they can help you elevate your offering with bubble tea. bobabox.co.uk CAMBROOK FOODS Cambrook Foods is delighted to be attending IFE/HRC. Cambrook is a specialist producer of award-winning baked, salted, seasoned and caramelised nuts. It is a Great Taste producer, operating from a BRC accredited (AA grade) factory in Andover Hampshire, offering a range of nuts and snacks to suit all hospitality and retail requirements. cambrookfoods.co.uk JUST DESSERTS YORKSHIRE RO-GRO Ro-Gro is a modern vertical farm using aeroponic technology to grow salad and microgreens in Kent. The brand’s mission is to grow food with maximum health benefits and minimum environmental impact. In an industry first, Ro-Gro is bringing B12 biofortified pea shoots to market, available to retailers and hospitality from March 2024. ro-gro.uk STAND 4811 STAND 3161 STAND 5349 This luxury white chocolate and orange cheesecake features a delightful digestive biscuit base with a creamy ganache topping, finished with a tangy orange glaze and detailed with white chocolate to create the most indulgent dessert combination. just-desserts.co.uk STAND 571n START-UP MARKET