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Sutherland’s Spreads went into mass production in 1927
in food parcels and is seeking other local producers to help. He explained: “It’s a tough
climate out there at the moment, but we’ve taken the decision to keep our doors open not only to help keep our people in work, but also to do something good for the local community. “We’re not trying to make
money out of this, we are working at cost and want to find a co- ordinated way to get our products into food parcels now. Unlike the major food and drink distributors, we don’t have deep pockets. We’re just looking for ways to help feed people in these unprecedented times, protect jobs
and serve the community. “Our potted beef, with is made
to Granny Mary’s original recipe, is a highly nutritious premium product which evokes strong memories and brings a smile to people’s faces. “There are currently around 1.5
million people stuck at home in this area and many will remember our product from their childhood, so we are trying to spread a bit of cheer by making it available to people who can’t get to the shops on their own.”
Anyone interested in collaborating should email
william@prochefrange.com
Keeping the shelves stocked for Ramadan
A Leicester-based food manufacturer is observing strict Government health and safety and social distancing guidelines during the ongoing coronavirus crisis to ensure its products continue to reach supermarket shelves as quickly as possible. Ramadan is traditionally a busy
time of year for Riya’s Original Recipe, which makes a wide range of Indian-inspired food for people to enjoy at home. Its team is working hard to keep
production going during the ongoing pandemic to meet demand and enable people to observe Ramadan in the usual way. The family business was founded
by Saj and Anita Noray and is named after the couple’s daughter, Riya.
Anita initially created a range of
‘coat and cook’ spice mixes to enable customers to quickly make dishes like onion bhajis, Tandoori or peri peri chicken at home. Since then, its product portfolio
has grown and now includes fresh, restaurant-quality handmade naan breads, Lavash bread, chilled paneer, frozen parathas and
chapatis, Halal puff pastry bites, snack bars and Indian snack treats. The business is focused upon
standards, quality and service. Its products have been registered and endorsed by the Vegan Society since 2016 and it works only with manufacturing partners that have SALSA, BRC or ISO accreditations. Anita said: “The current climate
is challenging with the coronavirus impacting many things, but we are working hard to keep production going during Ramadan, which is traditionally one of the busiest times of the year for us. “Our family business was started
from the ground up and the founding principal is that if the food is not good enough for my table, then it doesn’t get to yours.”
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