SF-Confectionery-2020

15 specialityfoodmagazine.com CHOCOLATE THE UK’S CHOCOLATE AND CONFECTIONERY PRODUCTION MARKET IS WORTH 4BN SOURCE: IBIS WORLD NOVELTY In your role as a purveyor of luxury food and drink, it’s worth pushing the boat out every now and then to satisfy shoppers seeking a proper treat – for loved ones or themselves. Items which mirror popular interests, such as the items below, make for great gifts. ON THE GO While the on-the-go market has been affected by the decrease in commuters as many UK consumers work from home, shoppers are still looking for convenient options. Opt for a few healthier products as well as treats in innovative formats to entice customers of all persuasions. CHOC ON CHOC CHOCOLATE KNITTING SET Handmade white and milk chocolate treat for the chocolate and knitting lover. choconchoc.co.uk “There are opportunities for brands that can position themselves as accessible luxuries” ANGHARAD GOODE, FOOD & DRINK ANALYST AT MINTEL AMATLLER CHOCOLATE SARDINES Smooth and creamy milk chocolate shaped like sardines, in a box that emulates a sardine tin. From the Spanish chocolate experts Amatller, founded in 1797. brindisa.com SEGGIANO CHOCOLATE FIG SALAME A combination of dottato figs and other fruits, nuts and chocolate in the shape of the traditional Calabrian salame. seggiano.com Buttermilk Dairy-Free Peanut Butter Crunch Choccy crispy bites with a delicious peanut butter filling. buttermilk.co.uk PRI’S PUDDINGS POCKET SIZED PIES The UK’s first clean label treats made with only five ingredients. Plant-based, gluten-free, peanut- free and wrapped in 100% recyclable packaging. prispuddings.co.uk MY SWEET CHICKPEA ROASTED CHICKPEAS COATED WITH CHOCOLATE Packed with protein and good-for-you chickpeas coated with delicious chocolate. mysweetchickpea.co.uk