Technology used in automated cake production must perfectly balance complexity that would enable it to support a wide variety in execution and high-tech simplicity for operation in the most diverse circumstances. We are exploring options…

Rahul Gupte, marketing director India, AAK Group offered us insight into the Indian chocolate market in this exclusive interview: What trends can be observed for chocolate used in bakery in India? Chocolate is one of the most popular…

A trend only accelerated by the pandemic, the preference for plant-based ingredients skyrockets as plant power is recognized throughout eating occasions and is becoming a social-media darling. What does this mean for a cereal-based…

Allergen management is one of the big safety concerns in bakery manufacturing, even more so with the rise in popularity of products free of certain ingredients that are known allergy triggers. Hygiene and clear labeling are holding some of…

High throughput is undoubtedly essential to the industrial production of pastries. However, it is the close attention to the consistency in quality for every single piece of pastry going through the line that will ensure the desired…

No matter the application, or if they will come in direct contact with baked goods or not, lubricants in bakeries require care, to reap all of the benefits - increased output, machinery performance and efficiency - but none of the risks.…

Roberts serves all major supermarkets and local convenience stores across the UK. What changes in demand have you observed this year, what products were requested more, and which ranges sold less? This year has been unlike any other, so…

Extremely versatile and resistant, steel belts are the material to support food processing and will continue to be an essential part of future innovations, thanks to their enduring qualities. The benefits are numerous, ranging from hygiene…

ISM and ProSweets are preparing new, hybrid formats of their upcoming shows early next year, introducing digital methods for product presentation and networking. As consumers are coming to terms with newly-formed habits and 2020-changes in…

Traceability in the bakery supply chain helps account for the entire genealogy, life and processing of the grain through to the bread that has reached the consumer’s table. Safety is in the details.

Products and processes helping with the shelf-life of bakery products not only ensure sustainability, profitability, and minimize waste, but must also deliver consistent product characteristics, which must be the same in day one as in any…

Kempf announced it is soon opening a new production building to house the company’s Teflon coating lines. The first line will start working at the beginning of September 2020 and it will be fully operational by the end of January 2021,…

Mademoiselle Desserts has grown from a business with a staff of 30 employees into a leading producer of frozen baked goods in Europe. Didier Boudy, the company’s CEO, shared with us the values in product innovation and authenticity that…

The shape, size and engraving on biscuits of all styles and fillings define their brand and speak to their uniqueness. In creating any number of new, successful ranges, rotary molders are literally shaping the idea of the product.

Sustainability is not profitable and innovation is always hungry for investment. These are facts often included in business presentations at bakery events I’ve seen. The challenge facing the food industry though is to innovate for…

Snacking has been a growing trend over the past years and it is even more so on the rise during COVID-19 lockdowns. Whether consumed on the go or while confined at home, bakery snacks must consistently provide quality and taste experience;…

With a growing trend for packaging baked products, including those freshly baked, temperature is the prime indicator to optimize everything from the packaging process to ultimately the shelf life before consumption. In a recent interview,…

Scaling production in artisan bakeries is both a welcomed business boost and a challenge to consistently deliver high-quality products. It is a complex process with implications in the entire production chain, from ingredient sourcing and…