Suma Wholefoods has launched a new range of high-quality oat pastas. The company are one of the very few in the UK offering this new form of pasta made with oat, corn and rice flours rather than the traditional wheat.
Kate Willis, Brand Product Coordinator at Suma Wholefoods, comments: “Consumers are looking for good quality pastas, unusual new ingredients and exciting gluten-free options and this range delivers just that!”
She continues: “Consumers are increasingly aware of the health benefits of oats as a nutrient-rich food associated with a reduction on blood cholesterol when consumed regularly.
“Made with organic ingredients, including oat, corn and rice flours, our oat pasta is certified gluten-free and ideal for both those with gluten-intolerance and those who simply prefer to reduce their gluten consumption. The texture is tender and the taste is delicate, so there’s no competition with any sauce it accompanies. It’s perfect to use wherever you’d otherwise use a wheat pasta.”
There are three varieties in the new range: Linguine, Rigatoni and Casarecce. Linguine, meaning little tongues in Italian, is flatter and wider than spaghetti but not as wide as fettuccine. Casarecce, from the Italian word for homemade, are short twists of pasta originating from Sicily which appear to roll up on themselves. Rigatoni is larger than penne and ziti, and sometimes slightly curved.
The range comes in cardboard packaging that is sourced from a sustainably-managed forest, is fully recyclable and 100 per cent plastic-free.
Supplied in cases of 12, they have a long shelf life of 36 months when stored correctly. The Rigatoni and Casarecce retail at £26.90 per case with a RRP of £2.99. Linguine is £28.40 per case and £3.19 RRP.
Pravera Ltd has announced that it has taken over the distribution of organic tea company, Qi Teas.
Since Qi Teas were first introduced in the UK over 25 years ago, they have proven themselves to be an ethical and sustainable company; offering customers a range of Fairtrade and organic teas certified by the Soil Association, packaged in unbleached teabags, sustainable packaging and sourced from a small independent Chinese co-operative, the Wuyhan High Mountain Tea Company.
The original company went into administration in 2021 and has been in caretaker ship since then. Now Pravera Ltd, who are well known for their distribution of organic skincare brands over the past 20 years, have expanded and taken over distribution of Qi Teas.
Diversifying into organic food and beverages is a return for Graeme Hume, Managing Director and previous founder of Juniper Fine Foods, who said: “For me this is a return to my roots, and even better is, after 25 years, Qi Teas still have no peers when it comes to the palatability of green tea. With the growth in demand for the many benefits of green tea we have this unique brand that has been sitting lost and overlooked on many retailers’ shelves, our mission is to get the Qi Tea’s message out there so consumers can enjoy green tea and benefit from the product.”
Pravera Ltd have now officially taken over the distribution and Qi teas will be available from January 2024.
Natexpo, one of the most significant organic and sustainable living trade shows and the only B2B gathering for eco-products in France, returns from 22 to 24 October at Paris Nord Villepinte Exhibition Centre.
The sector is evolving, and now industry players must offer more commitments: sustainability, eco-responsibility, bulk, vegan, local, CSR are trends that are at the heart of consumer expectations today.
At Natexpo, these trends are notably showcased within the New Products Gallery: a space that highlights the innovations of exhibitors, a true showcase of hidden gems, visited by all journalists and visitors in search of novelties and in partnership with the magazine Circuits Bio for the 2023 edition. 200 products will be exhibited.
Another reflection of the boundless inventiveness of the organic industry is the Natexpo Awards, which have been rewarding the most original, useful, and eco-responsible products introduced to the market since 2005, across 10 categories representing the entire organic sector: sweet grocery, savory grocery, fresh products, beverages, dietary supplements, cosmetics and hygiene, ECO-Products / ECO-Services, services and equipment for retail and brands, ingredients and raw materials, as well as Seeds, dedicated to innovative small structures.
Plus, the International Special Mention recognizes the most innovative product presented by a foreign company. Awarded by a panel of experts, journalists, organic professionals, and nutrition experts, the Natexpo Awards assert the added value and differentiation of the product to both distributors and consumers. The 11 winners will be displayed at the entrance of the fair.
Natexpo is also an unparalleled source of innovations!
6 Villages will showcase innovations from TPE/SMEs and startups looking to enter the organic market thanks to Natexpo. Leading names in the organic sector are not left behind, spread across 8 sectors within the fair: Food, Cosmetics and Hygiene, Dietary Supplements, ECO Products / ECO Services, Ingredients and Raw Materials, Services and Equipment for Retail and Brands, E-Commerce Solutions, and the new Textile sector.
For a tailored visit and optimal comfort, Natexpo also offers numerous tools:
A unique opportunity to stock up on innovations and meet future business partners.
18,000 professional visitors are expected for these 3 days of networking. They will have the opportunity to get informed about the industry’s challenges through 200 conferences and roundtable discussions, led by specialists in the organic market.
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