Food File - New products
Food ingredient supplier Gordon Jopling has launched a new range of easycook vegetables including Xpress Mushrooms,
caramelised onions, sautéed corn on the cob, honey-roast mini pineapple rings and roasted cherry tomatoes. The easy-to-use range is aimed at busy pub kitchens and can be cooked rapidly in a microwave. A fruit range is also available to caterers for preparing desserts. For more information visit www.jopling.co.uk or call 01226 733288
The CHEESE CELLAR COMPANY has boosted its portfolio with the addition of a new Greek feta cheese. Artemis Feta Cheese from Alpino - based in Thessaloniki, northern Greece - is a soft and slightly crumbly cheese made from a blend of pasteurised goat and sheep milk. The cheese is rindless and holed. The flavour is refreshing and slightly salty, according to the Cheese Cellar Company. Brian Baker, managing director of the Cheese Cellar Company, said: "In the UK feta has already established itself as a key salad component and is now coming into its own as a versatile ingredient." The cheese is available in 200kg and 1kg packs. For more information call 020 7501 0600 or visit www.cheesecellar.co.uk
DANBY'S FOODS LTD has launched a new range of single-serving microwaveable soups. The range, which will be available as part of The Real Soup Co brand, includes five premium soups: tomato and basil, mushroom, leek and potato, carrot and coriander and broccoli and leek. The soups are available in 300g ready-to-use packs and are free from artificial and GM ingredients, according to Danby's Foods. Phil Ellis, managing director for the food manufacturer, said: "Industry research shows strong growth in the soup market and in particular an increase in the demand for fresh soup." For more information visit www.realsoup.com or call 01765 689 595
NESTLÉ has launched a revamped Nescafé Gold Blend to encourage pub operators to boost their coffee service. The new Nescafé Gold Blend features a smoother taste and richer aroma, according to Nestlé. The company also claims that the product scored well in taste trials with a 60% preference for Nescafé Gold Blend aroma over that of its nearest competitor. Nestlé will promote the coffee to caterers as part of its "Romance the aroma" autumn advertising campaign. Katy Hilditch, beverages category & CRM lead, Nescafé out of home, comments: "With high visibility across the national media, we expect caterers to reap the benefits afforded by the £8m ATL consumer advertising spend." For more information call 0800 745845
TASTEFULLY DIFFERENT has launched a new range of patisserie products ideal for pub menus from Limburg Patisserie. The Limburg range includes apple pies, cream pies, individual mousse desserts, fruit pies and bread boats. The products are all frozen. The company is also offering a range of desserts from German company Gut Springenheide in the UK. The company is offering crème brûlée presented in natural eggshells. The eggs are set in a decorative floral holder and are topped with caramel. For more information ring 01453 731957
