NEWS ROUND UP


Hilton Macarons doubles product line in first quarter


It’s been a year of expansion so far for luxury confection brand, Hilton Macarons, with the launch of three brand new product lines and a move to Darsham, Suffolk. Hilton Macarons’ award-winning macarons are an elegant and sophisticated alternative to chocolates, beautifully handmade with Italian             Two Magpies Bakery Group last year, the brand is going from strength to strength with the launch of  Selection, Caramel Indulgence and its latest range, The Chocolate Box.


The limited edition Spring Selection features  


        Chocolate Box, is perfect for those with a sweet  Customers can now experience the ultimate indulgence with Dark Chocolate Espresso macarons, Caramelised White Chocolate and moreish Millionaires.


Alongside the new product launch, the brand


 housed within the Two Magpies base at Darsham in Suffolk, allowing the two brands to work in complete synergy. “It has been a very busy year so far for Hilton Macarons. The move allows us to bring Two Magpies and Hilton Macarons all under  brand and being able to attract new customers


California walnut industry anticipates strong 2025 crop


In the midst of favourable growing conditions, California walnut growers are reporting outstanding early-season conditions that point to a positive outlook for the 2025 crop, according to industry experts monitoring the state’s orchards.         rainfall and snowpack in the Sierra Nevada mountains, California           coupled with ideal spring temperatures, have created an environment for strong bloom and early shoot development.


“Things are shaping up to be a tremendously good start to   


Early walnut varieties began bud break in mid-April, with all varieties, including Chandler, now showing strong shoot growth throughout California’s prime growing regions. The orchards are currently in a critical growth phase, setting the stage for healthy nut development throughout the season.


“The exceptional start to this growing season is a welcome and energizing reprieve after navigating a series of tough seasons that demonstrated the resilience and adaptability of California’s walnut          California Walnut Board & Commission. “This spring, growers are well- positioned to capitalise on ideal soil moisture and perfect temperatures, 


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 Hilton Macarons are handmade in Suffolk using


      shells are made with free-range eggs, whilst its         vegetarian and entirely gluten-free.


Haldiram’s UK introduces the new Khaas Collection


Haldiram’s, India’s largest and


most iconic snack brand has launched the Khaas Collection,      Indian sweets made using only     for both connoisseurs and casual food lovers, this premium selection  with a modern gifting experience, perfect for customers looking for melt-in-the-mouth treats. Combining time-honoured     contemporary appeal, this new range has been developed under the expert guidance of Rhea Agarwal,


Director of Business


Development for the UK & EU.    choco dip caramel, crunch,


hazelnut saffron nut delight,


 and blueberry cheese.


The Khaas Collection is now available across select UK retailers and online. Trade buyers, distributors and foodservice professionals


can contact Haldiram’s UK team for bulk Kennedy’s Confection May 2025


orders, partnership opportunities and samples.      owned by India’s Agarwal family, Haldiram’s continues to shape the global Indian food market. With a portfolio of over 500 products, including traditional sweets, namkeen,


ready-to-eat meals,


frozen foods and instant mixes, the brand is distributed across 80+ countries. Now,


Overseas Ltd,


through Haldiram the brand is


accelerating its UK expansion to mainstream retail, hospitality and catering sectors.


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