Speciality Food Jan/Feb 2026

specialityfoodmagazine.com 21 4 HILTON MACARONS COSY COLLECTION Handcrafted in the heart of Suffolk, HiltonMacarons brings indulgence to any afternoon tea. With 11 Great Taste Awards and an entirely gluten-free range, their Cosy Collection warms even the chilliest of days. Enjoy comforting classics like s’mores, sticky toffee, toffee nut and spiced berry, alongside adventurous miso caramel and Irish coffee. Boxes of 6, 12 or 18 include every flavour. hiltonmacarons.co.uk 5 THE GLORIOUS MESS STRAWBERRY MERINGUE NESTS The Glorious Mess’s Strawberry Meringue Nests create effortlessly stunning desserts. Baked to a classic Swiss recipe in Shropshire, they’re crafted with British eggs and natural colours and flavours. Top with cream, fresh berries, and coulis for a deliciously messy delight. Vegetarian andmade for those who believe the best desserts don’t have to be perfect – just gloriously good. thegloriousmess.co.uk 6 GHILLIE & GLEN SCOTTISH SMOKED SALMON Smoked salmon is an elegant addition to any afternoon tea. Ghillie & Glen’s is produced using the finest quality salmon from the West Coast and islands of Scotland, cured and hung for 24 hours, and smoked to develop a velvety texture and unmistakeably luxurious taste before being hand trimmed. It needs nothingmore than a spritz of lemon juice or twist of black pepper. 7 THE COTSWOLD CARDILLO The perfect afternoon tea with The Cotswold Cardillo’s artisanal delights: four exquisite biscotti—Almond & Cherry, Hazelnuts & Coffee, Orange & Chocolate, and Pistachio & Bergamot. Clara and Matteo blend Italian tradition with Cotswold ingredients, crafting treats that honour heritage while embracing bold, modern flavour. A fusion-inspired journey of taste! cotswoldcardillo.com SPREAD 5 6 7 7