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Notting Hill Bakery has earned a reputation in London for delivering top-quality, hand-shaped artisan bread, viennoiserie and patisserie. Initially established exclusively to serve Sally Clarke’s restaurant and shops in West London, the company has expanded its reach to cater for a diverse selection of wholesale clients. Hannah Barnett spoke to Adrian Maccelari, Managing Director, to learn more. 

SCHOKINAG is a leading industrial chocolatier backed by more than a century’s worth of expertise. Following the implementation of a new global strategy, the company is witnessing rapid expansion. Managing Director Judith Laudenklos explained more, in an exclusive interview with Inside Food & Drink. Report by Imogen Ward.

Tradin Organic is the global front-runner for organic ingredients. With an extensive worldwide network of suppliers, the company is a strong player in the modern organic food industry. Tradin sources premium, certified-organic ingredients and has more than 150 products linking famers from over 60 countries of origin to manufacturers in Europe, the US and Asia. Rafal Taciak, Commercial Director of Cocoa, Sugar & Sweeteners, explained to Imogen Ward and Hannah Barnett how the company thrives. 

Family-owned, Van Drunen Farms Europe processes all-natural and functional food ingredients, specialising in fruit, vegetables and herbs. With facilities around the world, the company grows and manufactures freeze-dried, drum-dried and IQF ingredients. General Manager of Van Drunen Farms Europe, Marko Vermezovic, discussed the company’s growth and new products, in conversation with Imogen Ward and Antonia Cole.

First founded in 1992, Frutco has remained a major supplier within the natural ingredients market. With vast experience in tropical fruit trading, the company has recently expanded its offering, further developing its line of juices. Deputy General Manager Stefan Fischer explained more, in an exclusive interview with Inside Food & Drink. Report by Imogen Ward.

Primaflor was established in the 1970s as a family-run enterprise in Pulpí, Almería, southeast Spain. The company has been in the fresh produce business since the eighties, meticulously nurturing all the vegetables it grows, while responsibly preserving the surrounding environment. Cecilio Peregrin, Corporate Director, explained the secret of Primaflor’s success to Hannah Barnett.

For over three decades, Regal SpringsEurope Gmbh has been cultivating premium tilapias through highly responsible aquaculture. Managing Director Petra Weigl and Product Manager Anne-Marie Koch discussed the many benefits of tilapia. Report by Phil Nicholls.

Beginning as a single coffee shop in Patras, Greece, Coffee Island has blossomed into an international franchise network, backed up by its own production and packaging centre. Report by Phil Nicholls.

ICOEL is dedicated to the research and development of cutting-edge technologies for the fruit and vegetable market. Owner and General Director Bruno Stravato explained ICOEL’s innovative mindset.

Coalza was founded in 1963 and immediately began to play an important role in the development of the Spanish industry. Thanks to the company’s vertical packaging solutions, artisan producers were able to take their first steps towards industrialisation. Hannah Barnett spoke to CEO Fernando Fernández Garcés to find out more.