French delicacies on the menu at Foodservice Networking Event

Top Quote The French Trade Commission in London is delighted to invite members of the press to attend its Foodservice Networking Event on 12 May 2011 at the Royal Geographical Society in Kensington (central London). This is the perfect opportunity to learn about the latest developments in the food-service industry from experts in the field, while meeting French producers and British buyers. End Quote
  • (1888PressRelease) April 22, 2011 - The Foodservice Networking Event will begin at 9.30am on 12 May with a conference on the British catering market, including a focus on new trends and the key players in the sector. Speakers will include Emma Read from Horizons For Success and Philip Harlow from Hogarth Marketing Specialists. The conference will be followed by a lunch/tasting at 12.30pm, which will be attended by 13 French suppliers as well as British importers, retailers and buyers.

    A range of food products will be on display, including meat products, pre-prepared dishes, cheeses and dairy products, solutions for chefs and cooking aids, as well as desserts and bakery products. British food buyers and importers will have the opportunity to discover and sample these varied innovative products. The event will also give participants ample scope for networking.

    Some of the companies due to attend are listed below; a catalogue with more details on each of the exhibitors is available upon request.

    AUBRET

    AUBRET is a specialist supplier of bacon and other pork-based products. The company, which is BRC- and IFS-certified, manufactures ham and sausages for the processing, retail and catering industries.

    For further information, please go to: www.cecab.com

    BRIOCHE PASQUIER

    BRIOCHE PASQUIER is a leading brioche producer in France, with a total of 17 production sites. The company offers an extensive range of galettes, brioches, muffins and pancakes, as well as tarts, macaroons and toasted breads. BRIOCHE PASQUIER has also created a number of new products that are intended to make children's breakfasts fun.

    For further information, please go to: www.pasquier.fr

    CAP Diana

    CAP Diana creates solutions for chefs and others working in the food industry. These include a range of natural jellies and rinds for terrines, pâtés and hams, together with a range of fruit and vegetable preparations to be used decoratively by professionals. Additionally, the company is a specialist in functional ingredients such as proteins, which can be used in the production of charcuterie products. CAP Diana was awarded the prize for innovation at SIAL 2011, the international trade show for food-industry professionals.

    For further information, please go to: www.cap-diana.com

    CHARBONNEAUX BRABANT

    CHARBONNEAUX BRABANT is a manufacturer of vinegars and oils with ISO 14001, Ecocert, BRC and IFS certifications. All the company's products are available in a variety of sizes - 1kg, 5kg, 1 litre, and 5 litres.

    For further information, please go to: www.vinaigre.com

    CHARLES FARAUD

    CHARLES FARAUD has been working with fruit and vegetables since 1935 and creating original spreads, dips and chutneys inspired by the smells and tastes of Provence, in the south-east of France. With a production capacity of 30,000 metric tons, CHARLES FARAUD's products are available in a range of packaging; they are BRC-, IFS- and Ecocert-certified.

    For further information, please go to: www.charlesfaraud.eu

    COMEXO

    COMEXO manufactures and packages about 300 different product lines, based on recipes that cover four major families of sauces: mayonnaise and mayonnaise-based sauces (for sandwiches and burgers); salad dressings and vinaigrettes; condiments (for meat, seafood and fish); and, finally, sauces that are suitable for reheating (such as Béarnaise).

    For further information, please go to: www.comexo.eu

    FOUCTEAU POMONE

    FOUCTEAU POMONE specialises in frozen pastry, with a catering range that includes multi-portion classic cooked tarts, lemon meringues and pre-cooked chocolate cake.

    FROMAGERIE GULLOTEAU

    FROMAGERIE GUILLOTEAU is a major player in the cheese market. The company has pioneered the use of ultrafiltration in cheese making - a process that retains more protein, calcium and phosphorus in the cheese, giving it a more consistent and creamier texture, as well as a very soft, thin edible rind.

    For further information, please go to: www.fromagerdaffinois.com

    GUY SPANGHERO INTERNATIONAL

    GUY SPANGHERO is a trading company that specialises in the supply of fresh and frozen meat products to the food industry. Its range of products includes beef, veal, lamb and pork, as well as poultry, which is either fresh or frozen.

    For further information, please go to: www.spanghero-gsi.fr

    LAÏTA

    LAÏTA is the leading co-operative dairy company in north-western France. As a dairy multi-specialist, LAÏTA offers a wide range of products, including butter, cheese, cultured dairy products, and dry ingredients. The company's range of products is designed to meet the demands of its customers as well as food-safety requirements. These products offer the guarantees that have satisfied major brand names on the market, such as Paysan Breton, Mamie Nova, Régilait, Celtilait and Oriane.

    For further information, please go to: www.laita.com

    Le Monde des Crêpes

    Le Monde des Crêpes, which is based in Brittany, specialises in the manufacture of frozen crêpes, galettes, blinis and American-style pancakes, to be enjoyed at breakfast, lunch and dinner, or even just as a snack. Le Monde des Crêpes also offers a range of organic products.

    For further information, please go to: www.lemondedescrepes.com

    Madrange

    Madrange is a well-known ham specialist, which was established in 1924. Its selection of hams ranges from original recipes to superior-quality hams, as well as hams that are cooked in cloth. The company also has a special range, with 25% less salt. Additionally, Madrange offers various pâtés, terrines and mousses. The company is IFS- and BRC-certified.

    For further information, please go to: www.madrange.fr

    FREXPA

    France Export Pastry (FREXPA) stems from the association of two French pastry companies. Both companies offer a wide range of products that include cream and sponge cakes, as well as meringues, fruit tartlets and macaroons.

    For further information, please go to: www.frexpa.com

    About the French Trade Commission UBIFRANCE

    The Trade Commission of the French Embassy in London assists trade development between France and the UK; it offers a wide range of services to French-based companies, so as to assist them in their business activities within the UK. As such, the Trade Commission organises B2B events in the form of conferences and networking opportunities, mainly in London.

    The Foodservice Networking Event will be held at the Royal Geographical Society in London, on 12 May 2011, and will begin at 9.30am with a conference.

    Journalists wishing to attend will require a formal invitation. Invitations are restricted to a limited number. Please contact Ms Mary-Ann Williams, Press Officer, or Ms Marjorie Rouveure, Trade Adviser, for more information.

    Ms Marjorie Rouveure can be reached on telephone number 0207 0204 3663 (direct line) and, by email, on marjorie.rouveure ( @ ) ubifrance dot fr dot

    For further information about the French Trade Commission UBIFRANCE in the UK, please go to: http://www.ubifrance.com/uk/


    For further information, please contact :

    Quote ref. : FTPB3589
    Ms Mary-Ann WILLIAMS - Press Officer
    UBIFRANCE Press Office in London
    Tel: +44 (0) 207 024 3640
    mary-ann.williams ( @ ) ubifrance dot fr

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