03 May

Shining the spotlight on Tipiak’s gluten-free macarons for Coeliac Awareness Week

This month marks Coeliac Awareness Week in the UK – when the importance of offering gluten-free products to your customers comes under the spotlight.

It is thought that one in 100 people in the UK has coeliac disease. Only 36% of these people are diagnosed.

Our Tipiak French macarons and pop macarons fruits are gluten free. Accredited by the Association Française Des Intolérants Au Gluten – the French equivalent to Coeliac UK, they are perfect for afternoon tea, as an accompaniment to tea or coffee, or as part of a simple dessert.

“Recognising the growth in allergen-free requirements, and the importance of this sector, Tipiak invested in a dedicated unit to produce gluten-free macarons,” explains Marie-Emmanuelle Chessé, international development project manager at Tipiak, which supplies frozen, authentic French sweet and savoury pâtisserie to the hospitality sector in the UK.

“Macarons really are the darlings of pâtisserie currently, with more than 8 million Instagram posts alone. A whole new generation is discovering the delights of macarons with their smooth crisp shells and soft creamy fillings. Offering gluten-free options means that your coeliac customers don’t miss out on these little beauties. Very often it’s the free-from person in a party of guests who chooses where to eat so it’s important to ensure you have free-from options on your menu.”

Natasha’s Law

Available to the UK foodservice sector via frozen food distributor Central Foods, Tipiak’s gluten-free macarons are packed full of flavour. They are made to a traditional recipe, giving your customers an authentic experience. Simply thaw and serve… et voilà!

“Following the introduction of Natasha’s Law, there is much more awareness around the issue of food allergies now,” added Marie-Emmanuelle Chessé. “Our Tipiak gluten-free French macarons and French pop macarons fruits help UK caterers to cater for the growing demand for these delightful desserts.”

Get ready for Coeliac Awareness Week, which takes place 9th to 15th May 2022, by ordering your Tipiak gluten free macarons now. Use the hashtag #ShineALightOnCoeliac to join in the conversation on social media during Coeliac Awareness Week.

Take a look at our gluten-free macaron ranges here

 

 

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27 Jan

Love Tipiak macarons on Valentine’s Day

Next month hosts the day when we all show our love…Valentine’s Day.

And what better way to say ‘I love you’ than serving up a stunning sweet treat, courtesy of Tipiak.

Our exquisitely authentic ‘thaw and serve’ French macarons can be served individually or as part of a delightful dessert. Arrange them in a heart shape for maximum romantic effect!

What’s more, they’re gluten free too…meaning they are suitable for coeliacs and others who avoid gluten in their diets.

Choose from our Tipiak classic French macarons or our French pop macarons fruits – they’re visually so appealing and the flavours are amazing.

Each pack of French macarons features six striking flavours – lemon, caramel, vanilla, raspberry, chocolate and pistachio. Our pop macarons fruits selection includes blackcurrant, lemon and yuzu, apricot, morello cherry, passionfruit, and coconut flavours. Something to suit all tastes!

Thaw and serve

All of our Tipiak sweet and savoury pâtisserie is so easy and convenient for food service operators. Simply defrost according to the instructions on the box and serve.

Our macarons take just one hour to defrost, plus 15 minutes at room temperature before they are ready to serve to your guests.

Try adding a macaron as an accompaniment to coffee…it’ll make a great Valentine’s Day treat and show your customers you care. Or how about creating a simple but delicious dessert using Tipiak’s ‘thaw and serve’ macarons, fruit, cream and a coulis?

One of our favourites for Valentine’s Day is designing a striking heart shape using eye-catching macarons.

Whichever way you serve them, your guests are sure to love Tipiak macarons on Valentine’s Day!

Click here for more information about our authentic French macarons, which are available exclusively in the UK for foodservice customers via frozen food distributor Central Foods.

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17 Nov

Ring in the New Year – and Veganuary – with Tipiak’s Vegan Cocktail Selection

A new year and a new start – Veganuary is the perfect opportunity for food service outlets to add new vegan-friendly items to their menus.

Tipiak’s Vegan Cocktail Selection features a stunning collection of plant-based flavours which are ideal accompaniments to drinks and cocktails this New Year’s Eve. They’re also great as part of a delicious buffet…. And sure to go down just as well with non-vegan guests, as those with dietary requirements.

The Tipiak Vegan Cocktail Selection couldn’t be more convenient – simply thaw and serve for a delightful snack during New Year’s Eve celebrations and Happy Hour occasions as the year progresses.

Marie-Emmanuelle Chessé, international development project manager at Tipiak, which supplies frozen, authentic French sweet and savoury pâtisserie to the hospitality sector in the UK, said: “The Tipiak Vegan Cocktail Selection offers a delightful range of bite-sized pieces. It complements our range of savoury canapés available to the UK food service sector just perfectly.

“Every year, Veganuary becomes more popular, and Veganuary 2022 looks set to be the biggest ever showcase of vegan food. We’re delighted to be showcasing our Vegan Cocktail Selection – operators should start the year as they mean to go on; serve our new selection at New Year’s Eve celebrations to really get the 2022 vegan party started!”

Veganuary 2022

The Tipiak Vegan Cocktail Selection features 36 individual morsels across seven different flavours and has something to suit all tastes this Veganuary. Serve as part of afternoon tea, on sharing platters or as tapas – or make them a key ingredient of any buffet, wedding reception or function.

The unique assortment includes almond cream and edamame bean on pea and mint muffins, carrot, lemon and ginger mousseline mini tarts, sesame hummus and courgette tagliatelle on courgette and pine nut shortbread, sun-dried cherry tomato and olive tapenade on curry polenta cubes, guacamole and almond on walnut crackers, piquillo and sweet pepper tomato tarts, and falafel bites topped with sesame seeds.

Available in the UK via frozen food distributor Central Foods, the Vegan Cocktail Selection is part of a wide range of exquisitely French ‘thaw and serve’ pâtisserie supplied by Tipiak for the food service and catering sector. Browse the selection here

 

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14 Jul

Offer a super buffet with Tipiak pâtisserie

With tentative dates for graduations and other events now being added to calendars across the UK, Tipiak is shining the spotlight on its ‘thaw and serve’ buffet range.

Tipiak’s authentic frozen pâtisserie is perfect for all buffets and functions – from weddings and graduations to award ceremonies and conferences.

Make life easier by buying in our readymade, exquisitely French sweet or savoury canapés. Your guests will love them! And they are so simple and convenient to prepare and serve!

Each piece is made in France using the finest quality ingredients and is hand-finished. Simply thaw and serve to create a delicious spread…..just perfect for any occasion.

Sweet and savoury pâtisserie

Our range of frozen sweet and savoury pâtisserie includes tasty canapés, eye-catching pop éclairs, delightful petits fours and authentic gluten-free French macarons. They truly are delicious.

In these uncertain times, it can be difficult to predict demand so only defrost what you need. This will help to reduce wastage and preserve your bottom line, as well as help with planning workloads/shift patterns, too.

Not only are our pâtisserie products perfect for buffets and functions, they’re also ideal for afternoon tea and other celebrations – making them versatile items to have in the freezer. Defrosting times are quick too. For example, the Tipiak gluten-free French macarons and pop macarons take just one hour to defrost in the refrigerator, plus 15 minutes at room temperature.

So, if you’re looking for delicious frozen party food for a graduation, wedding, conference, award ceremony or other occasion, you’ve come to the ideal place.

Tipiak has decades of experience in creating mouth-watering products that simply need thawing before serving. Consider us your partner in any professional kitchen.

Our frozen buffet products are available to foodservice customers in the UK via a network of distributors. Take a look at our range here and contact our UK distributor Central Foods for more information.

 

 

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05 May

Make care home afternoon tea easy, with Tipiak

Afternoon tea is always a highlight of the day in any care home. It’s an occasion that residents look forward to. It’s the chance to socialise and chat. And an opportunity to enjoy time with friends and visitors. And, of course, it’s also important for boosting the calorie intake and hydration of care home residents.

Pre-prepared frozen products make it easy for care home caterers to lay on a super spread when it comes to afternoon tea.

Try dainty macarons, mini fruit tarts or pop éclairs to bring a splash of colour to any sweet selection. And tasty tidbits for the savoury side of things. Tipiak offers a range of authentic exquisitely French ‘thaw and serve’ pâtisserie. It’s perfect for care home catering.

Marie-Emmanuelle Chessé, international development project manager at Tipiak, explains: “Frozen pre-prepared items are used in pretty much every professional kitchen now for convenience and to help reduce waste. Afternoon tea is an occasion that is always looked forward to in any care home. It’s a social event but also a key opportunity to offer extra calories and hydration.

“Choose mini or bite-sized ingredients for your care home afternoon tea to help tempt those with smaller appetites. Frozen pre-prepared products are the perfect partner for the care home catering professional looking to serve appetising afternoon teas. Make care home afternoon tea easy. Simply thaw and serve just what is required to reduce wastage and improve efficiency.”

Sweet and savoury frozen pâtisserie from Tipiak

Tipiak’s new vegan cocktail selection offers a superb savoury option for any afternoon tea – tasty bites exploding with flavour and colour that will bring a little French flair to the table.

To cater for dietary requirements, Tipiak’s exquisitely French macarons are gluten free. They are available in a range of flavours and pretty pastel colours. Choose from the original, authentic French macarons or the stunning pop macarons fruits topped with delicate stripes of fruity icing.

Chocolate is a favourite that’s always in fashion – so be sure to include chocolate sweet treats in any afternoon tea spread. The new Tipiak Chocolate French Petits Fours selection features a delightful assortment. It includes chocolate and feuilletine squares, chocolate and hazelnut tartlets, chocolate, mascarpone and coffee squares, caramel and chocolate tartlets, milk chocolate, tonka flavoured financier, milk chocolate and coconut shortbreads, hazelnut and chocolate fingers, and chocolate and raspberry cakes.

The range offers a superb selection of flavours, shapes and toppings to provide food service professionals with authentic, eye-catching French pâtisserie that just needs thawing before serving.

And for a modern twist on the classic éclair, how about Tipiak’s award-winning and excitingly decorated mini pop éclairs? They are available in four tempting flavours, crème brûlée, chocolate and orange, lemon, and raspberry and blackcurrant.

“It’s not easy to make pâtisserie from scratch. It’s labour intensive for a start and highly specialised. Having pre-prepared frozen pâtisserie to hand means that you can serve your care home residents and visitors with appetising, authentic and delightful French pâtisserie in a more cost-effective and time-effective manner,” adds Marie-Emmanuelle Chessé.

Browse the Tipiak frozen pâtisserie range here.

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