2U Food is one of the North West’s leading mobile food truck companies. Having initially developed the idea more than 18 years ago, the catering company has continued to flourish ever since. Owner Paul Foster explained more, in an exclusive interview with Inside Food & Drink. Report by Imogen Ward.

Bread Ahead opened in September 2013, serving patrons of London’s famous Borough Market, as well as supplying local restaurants and delis. The Bakery School followed in February 2014, with the objective to show just how easy baking good bread can be. Hannah Barnett spoke to Founder and Owner Matthew Jones to hear more about the company’s successful trajectory.

Cafento is a Spanish international coffee business with roots stretching back to 1930. These days, the company, alongside its successful subsidiary Irish coffee roastery Java Republic, is pushing to be increasingly innovative and sustainable. Managing Director, Cafento International, Emma Brett explained to Hannah Barnett what this entails. 

Celli Group is a global leader in the design and manufacturing of beverage dispensing equipment and accessories. The company is recognised as a leader in the industry for innovation, digitalisation, design and the quality of solutions with a strong emphasis on sustainability. Recently, Celli has launched a product set to revolutionise the sanitisation of beer lines. Hannah Barnett spoke to Cesare Schiatti, Head of Digital Solutions, to learn more. 

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.  

COSUCRA supplies innovative food ingredients from natural sources: chicory and pea. The company’s mission is to support the food transition into modern, healthy and sustainable nutrition. CEO Eric Bosly discussed COSUCRA’s ingredient options and how they support a more sustainable future, in conversation with Antonia Cole.

DAABON Group produces, transforms and exports organic and sustainable agricultural products. The company has a focus on the production of sustainable palm oil, which is then used within a broad portfolio of products. Managing Director Manuel Davila discussed DAABON Group’s sustainability goals, in conversation with Antonia Cole.

DeJong Cheese is a manufacturer of fresh and ripened cheeses, based in Alphen, in the Netherlands. The family-run company develops high-quality cheeses under private label and, upon request, in bulk packaging for the processing industry. Managing Director Arjan de Jong discussed the company’s signature Alphenaer cheese and future plans. Report by Antonia Cole.

Delightful Food Group offers a wide range of food and beverage solutions including co-packing and co-manufacturing, supporting customers with branded, private or white label products. The advent of the Group marks the recent merger of IBC Simply and March Foods. Ricky Flax, CEO, explained more to Hannah Barnett about this groundbreaking move. 

Co-packing company Diepvries Urk is encompassed by almost a century’s worth of experience connected to the Dutch fishing sector. Now, with the fourth generation taking the helm, the company is rearing to grow. CEO Hendrik van Veen explained more, in an exclusive interview. Report by Imogen Ward. 

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.

Founded in 2010, Gnaw Chocolate is Norfolk’s first sustainable chocolate brand. Committed to ethically sourced, innovative and high-quality chocolate, Gnaw’s mission is to lead positive change within the chocolate industry. Managing Director Mike Navarro discussed the company’s dedication to sustainability and upcoming new products. Report by Antonia Cole.

A leading supplier of food-safe panelling systems and coldstores, HBCL Coldstores supplies full-package hygienic and temperature-controlled environment solutions to the food manufacturing, storage and distribution industries, plus other specialist end-users. Managing Director Craig Lovett discussed the company’s efforts to improve sustainability and its commitment to customer satisfaction. Report by Imogen Ward and Antonia Cole.

HP Indigo offers a wide range of digital press solutions for commercial, label and packaging printing. Regina Guslitzer, Sustainability & Application Business Manager, spoke to Hannah Barnett about where the company came from, where it is going, and the sustainability value of digital print.  

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.

Kismet Kebabs is a UK-based kebab manufacturer with a broad portfolio. Marketing Manager Gulseren Enver discussed the company’s growing success, product ranges and dedication to collaboration, in conversation with Hannah Barnett and Antonia Cole.

Messem produces frozen strawberries, as well as other fruits, for the global food industry. Strawberries are the company’s key product and are sold in slices, halves, cubes and irregular quarters, suiting them to individual customer needs. CEO Jan Sevenhuysen and Sustainability Manager Douae Lamrahli discussed the company’s achievements and sustainability standards. Report by Antonia Cole.

Headquartered in Montenegro, Noblewood Group is a premium maker and distributor of premium and super-premium spirits, including the world-renowned Beluga vodka. The company offers spirits in over 100 countries worldwide. Managing Director Andreas Ioannides discussed the company’s new product releases and global reach, in conversation with Imogen Ward and Antonia Cole.

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. 

Renowned worldwide for cutting-edge biochemistry and all-natural raw materials, Omega Ingredients delivers exquisitely sourced flavour projects. Product Manager Martyn Warner explained to Hannah Barnett how the company made its name with a focus on high-quality, provenance-driven, natural flavours and extracts (kiiNotes®).

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.

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.

Scoffs Group UK evolved following the acquisition of three Costa Coffee stores in Essex and East London. Since then, the group has continued to expand its portfolio, quickly becoming Costa’s largest UK-based partner. COO Paul Turner mapped out the journey so far, during an in-depth 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. 

As coating sector leader in technology, expertise and capacity, Tullis Russell is at the global forefront of coated paper and film development. Key Account Manager Michaela Quinn, Sales & Marketing Director Mitch Lambert, Business Unit Manager Charlotte Healey and Product Manager Matt Littler explained more. Report by Hannah Barnett and Colin Chinery. 

UNIFORM-Agri’s mission is to support dairy farmers worldwide with user-friendly software solutions to build a successful and sustainable business. The company’s innovative herd management software helps to produce milk in the most efficient ways possible. Hannah Barnett spoke to CEO Harm-Jan van der Beek to learn more about it.

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.

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.