Fancy some ashwagandha in a chocolate hazelnut spread? What about fish-free tuna spread on a salad? Or a Pizza Express classic you can make and eat at home? These are just some of the innovations covered in our latest new product development photo gallery. Scroll for more…
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Fancy some ashwagandha in a chocolate hazelnut spread? What about fish-free tuna spread on a salad? Or a Pizza Express classic you can make and eat at home? These are just some of the innovations covered in our latest new product development photo gallery. Scroll for more…
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Swedish coffee brand Löfbergs is coming to the UK for the first time, via listings with Tesco and Ocado.
In its native Sweden, the brand is the country’s ‘most popular’, according to the company, roasting more than 30,000 tonnes of sustainably sourced coffee.
As part of its commitment to sustainable coffee, Löfbergs buys coffee directly from the countries where it’s grown, uses only 100% certified sustainable coffee, and uses fossil-free fuel to roast coffee and climate-friendly packaging, amongst other initiatives.
“By bringing the number one Swedish coffee brand to the UK, we are excited to show off a taste of Swedish heritage to the British people,” said Wilson Clarke, Löfbergs UK MD. “Löfbers is a company that cares, not just about people but the planet and, as such, we are on course to be 100% circular by 2030.
“We have been working on perfecting the taste of our products since we began over a hundred years ago, so consumers can expect coffee that does more than just satisfy their caffeine cravings.”
Available on shelf now, the range includes Organic Dark Roast, Organic Medium, and Single Origin Brazil in 450g packs of ground coffee, as well as whole bean options.
Image source: Löfbergs
A limited-edition chocolate hazelnut adaptogenic nut butter is launching onto the UK market. The maker is Nuccy (pronounced Noo-chee), and the product – Ultimate Choco Flow – is designed to offer ‘sweet-toothed nut lovers’ a tasty and healthy treat throughout the colder months.
Nuccy’s Ultimate Choco Flow is made with just five ingredients: organic hazelnuts, coconut, coconut sugar, cacao powder, and the brand’s key ‘superpower ingredient’ Ashwagandha.
Ashwagandha is an adaptogen famous in Ayurveda and recognised as a natural aid for both the mind and immune system.
“I am thrilled to be launching Nuccy’s first limited-edition flavour,” said Aliénor Bozenad, founder of Nuccy. “Whilst our current nut butter range works perfectly when incorporated into dishes, smoothies and breakfast bowls, I wanted to create a flavour with a sweeter profile that can be enjoyed as a healthy snack later in the day when our taste buds are craving something sugary. I’m so excited for our clients to try out the new Choco Flow.”
Ultimate Choco Flow joins Nuccy’s existing range: Almond Coco, Peanut Coco, and Hazel Coco. The new SKU is now available via the company’s website in full size jars 170g (£8) and in miniature jars 30g (£2).
Image source: Nuccy
Recipe box company Gousto has teamed up with Pizza Express on a line-up of Margherita Pomodoro, Pollo ad Astra, Funghi di Bosco and Sloppy Giuseppe.
The pizzas can be recreated at home by hand-rolling fresh dough and adding pizza toppings.
“Our Gousto chefs have flipped PizzaExpress restaurant favourites into meal kit recipes packed with fresh ingredients and easy-to-follow recipe cards,” said Kathryn Huxtable, VP Food Proposition at Gousto.
“Not only do we hope to upskill our customers in the kitchen, but most importantly, the partnership will bring the enjoyment of restaurant classics to homes, at great value.”
The collaboration kickstarts the 15th November ahead of this year’s first World Cup match.
Image source: Gousto
Berlin food tech start-up BettaF!sh is launching its TU-NAH spreads into Germany’s retail sector via a partnership with REWE’s online delivery service.
The start-up’s TU-NAH Spreads (in Germany they’re called TU-NAH Cremes) can be used as a sandwich filling, a hummus-style dip, as a protein addon to bowls or salads, or as an ingredient in a weeknight dinner.
Two flavours are launching with REWE: TU-NAH Crème Kaper + Pfeffer (capers and pepper) and TU-NAH Crème Natur.Both are sold in 180g tubs at an RRP of €3.49.
The two spreads join BettaF!sh’s existing retail portfolio, including ready-to-eat TU-NAH sandwiches and a pizza TU-NAH.
Image source: BettaF!sh
In Scotland, New Wave Foods is expanding its seaweed snacks range thanks to the recent closing of an equity fundraising round.
The NPD rollout is starting with a duo of ambient plant-based Ramen Broths, to be sold under New Wave Foods’ SHORE brand. The Ramen offerings, sold in Miso Ramen and Chilli Ramen varieties, are made with the same seaweed uses for its chips.
New Wave Foods is also using part of the equity funding to accelerate sustainable production of Scottish seaweed, including farming at their site near Oban.
“We are delighted how well our SHORE Chips are performing in the better-for-you snacking market. We see a substantial opportunity to replicate what the brand has achieved in Scotland across the whole UK, with a HFSS compliant snack that actually tastes great and has a proven leading rate of sale,” said SHORE joint managing director Keith Paterson.
“We are also excited to be launching a delicious new plant-based Ramen range, inspired by our own hand harvested seaweed. It’s a product range that tested fantastically with our consumers and furthers our mission to create an edible seaweed industry of scale, that is 100% sustainable, good for the coastal environment and beneficial for our local rural communities.”
The new Ramen offerings will roll out initially at Amazon and independents in 500ml fully recyclable Tetra packs later this month with an RRP of £3.
Image source: New Wave Foods
Colombian B2B chocolate maker Luker Chocolate is adding a Single Origin Ecuador 72% dark chocolate couverture to its Selected Origins line.
Ecuador 72% is made exclusively with Ecuadorian fine flavour cocoas, and designed as an expression of the country’s traditional cocoa farming, fermentation practices and terrain, according to Luker. “The aromatic dark chocolate embodies Ecuador’s rich heritage and offers its clients the opportunity to experiment with its unique floral flavours and subtle fruity notes.”
The chocolate supplier has observed single origin products like Ecuador 72% grow in popularity, with new product launches growing at a rate of 17% over the past five years. “We designed this couverture to naturally highlight the unique floral notes characteristic of Ecuador’s fine flavour cocoas,” said Chief of Design and Product Development at Luker, Daniela Quintero.
“This chocolate can be the perfect canvas for high-end chocolatiers wanting to pair with slightly bitter ingredients such as tea or spices, or a luxurious snack for adventurous dark chocolate lovers.”
Image source: Luker Chocolate
