Add-ons that add up

From a sweet chilli sauce and a hot honey to a new cheese sauce and a range of vegetarian snacks, these are the must-have accompaniments and sides hitting the market this summer

Stokes expands sachet range with two new flavours

Responding to growing consumer demand for broader menu choices and the continued popularity of chicken, Stokes is expanding its sachet range this summer with the launch of Hot Habanero and Sweet Chilli sauces.

The Hot Habanero variety combines fermented habanero chillies with a subtle fruity finish, while Sweet Chilli is made with red chillies and red peppers for a sweet flavour. Both sauces are suitable for a range of menu applications, including chicken, burgers and chips.

The new additions are vegetarian and vegan friendly, as well as dairy and gluten free. The sachets are produced using recyclable film and are supplied in cases of 80.

Hot Habanero is available in 32ml sachets and Sweet Chilli in 40ml sachets, offering operators a generous serve size. With premium ingredients, quality flavour profiles and larger portions, the sachets provide an opportunity for operators to upselling, adding to each customer’s average spend.
Stokes Sauces 01394 462 150 wwww.stokessauces.co.uk

Hot honey combines sweetness and spice

Bringing the perfect balance of sweet heat to every bite is Country Ranges new Hot Honey.

One of the biggest trends of the last 12 months, the new Country Range Hot Honey combines natural sweetness with a gentle chilli heat for a balanced, versatile flavour. It’s free from additives and comes in easy-to-use squeezy 720ml bottles in cases of five.

It can be used throughout the day from crispy waffles to golden halloumi and even for personalising pizzas. It’s ideal for fast-paced environments, a great table condiment and transforms everyday dishes into bold, crave-worthy creations.
The Country Range Group 0845 209 3777 www.countryrangegroup.com

Blenders spices up summer menu offer

Blenders has expanded its foodservice range with the launch of Hot Honey Drizzle, Pesto Mayonnaise and Green Goddess Dressing, giving operators new ways to add on-trend flavours across menus this summer.

Hot Honey Drizzle combines sweet honey with a chilli kick and is ideal for pizzas, wings, fried chicken and burgers. Pesto Mayonnaise blends basil, buttermilk and cheese for sandwiches, burgers and pasta salads, while Green Goddess Dressing delivers a fresh mix of yoghurt, herbs, lemon and garlic for salads, wraps and grain bowls.

All three products are available in 920ml top-down squeezy bottles, with Pesto Mayonnaise and Green Goddess Dressing also offered in 2.2-litre formats.

Blenders has also added a 50g dip pot format for its Dynamite Sauce, a creamy sweet and spicy sauce that appeals particularly to Gen Z and younger millennial consumers.
Blenders 353 1 4536960 www.blenders.ie

Load up on new Kerrymaid Nacho Cheese Sauce 

Kerrymaid has expanded its cheese sauce range with the launch of a new Nacho Cheese Sauce, giving operators a versatile solution for creating loaded snacks and sharing dishes during the World Cup tournament.

Building on the success of Kerrymaid Cheddar Cheese Sauce, the new Kerrymaid Nacho Cheese Sauce is made with real cheddar cheese and features a mild jalapeno kick and a distinctive red-orange colour. The rich, creamy liquid cheese sauce can be served hot or cold and is suitable for a wide range of menu applications.

Ideal for drizzling, pouring or dipping, Kerrymaid Nacho Cheese Sauce can be used across popular food-to-go and sharing dishes including nachos, loaded fries, chicken, burgers, hot dogs, chips and mac and cheese. Available in convenient 1kg cartons.
Kerrymaid www.kerrymaid.com

Heinz 1L bottles designed to support busy kitchens

Created in response to increasing pressures in today’s kitchens, Kraft Heinz Away From Home (AFH) has launched a new 1L professional sauce range.

The redesigned bottle was developed using chef insight, with 87% of chefs saying repetitive kitchen tasks should be as smooth and effortless as possible, while 87% also identify waste as a major operational challenge.

The taller, slimmer 1L bottle improves grip, one-handed control and dispensing precision, helping reduce strain during service. A newly engineered nozzle and swan neck design improve sauce flow and reduce residual product, while requiring less pressure to dispense than many alternative formats.

Sustainability was central to the redesign. The mono-material PET bottle is fully recyclable, made from 30% recycled plastic and designed to support easier recycling. The clear bottle also helps operators monitor sauce levels more easily.

The range is available now in seven varieties, including Seriously Good Mayonnaise, Classic Barbecue Sauce and Yellow Mustard, with Heinz Sticky Korean Barbecue Sauce, Truffle Mayonnaise and Tomato Ketchup joining later in 2026. Click here to Claim your free sample. 
Kraft Heinz Away From Home  www.kraftheinzawayfromhome.com

Lamb Weston brings premium Frites Atelier fries to UK foodservice

Lamb Weston has launched Frites Atelier to the UK foodservice market, giving operators access to the premium fries developed in long-standing collaboration with three Michelin-starred chef Sergio Herman.

Already well known across Belgium and the Netherlands through Herman’s Frites Atelier restaurant concept, the brand made its UK debut with the opening of its first London site in Soho in December. Now, the fries behind the concept are available to a wider range of hospitality operators.

Designed to deliver a handcrafted, from-scratch appearance, Frites Atelier fries feature a deep golden colour, crisp outer shell and soft, fluffy interior with a rich potato flavour. The premium fries are designed to retain their heat and crispness for up to 15 minutes, helping operators maintain quality from kitchen to table.

Preparation is simple, requiring a double fry at 175°C for 2 minutes 15 seconds with a 10 second shake between fries before seasoning and serving. They are available in 13mm x 13mm irregular cut, in 4 x 2.5kg cases.
Lamb Weston 0800 963 962 www.lambweston.eu/uk

Shake it up with JJ’s herbs and spices range

JJ Foodservice has launched a new range of herbs and spices under its new ‘Signature’ brand – a premium own-brand range.

The line-up includes 16 products spanning everyday essentials like ground black pepper, oregano and cumin through to specialty ingredients like turmeric, sumac and isot pepper. The range also includes four new JJ own label 3kg SKUs: ground black pepper, garlic powder, crushed chilli and paprika powder. Prices start from just £1.49.
JJ Foodservice 01992 701 701 www.jjfoodservice.com

Seasoning combines chip shop favourites

Sauce isn’t the only accompaniment to level up your food – why not try the new Rooster’s Salt & Vinegar Chip Seasoning from Middleton Foods?

Building on the success of its existing lineup – Piri Piri, Smokey, and Chinese Salt & Chilli Seasoning – the new Salt & Vinegar variant delivers the classic tangy kick, offering operators an easy way to elevate their menu and excite customers with a timeless favourite. 

Ready to eat without needing to be cooked, the seasoning is the perfect addition to sprinkle on cooked food, chips, loaded fries or wedges and is ideal for traditional chip shops, quick-service restaurants, and takeaway outlets looking to diversify their offering and tap into consumer demand for bold, recognisable flavours.
Middleton Foods 01902 608122 www.middletonfoods.com

Extend your menu with Le Duc vegetarian snacking range

Making the perfect accompaniment to a portion of fish and chips, as well as a profitable addition to snack and sharing menus, is the new vegetarian snack range from European manufacturer Le Duc.

Available from Central Foods, the range includes breaded mushrooms, camembert bites, mozzarella sticks, chilli cheese nuggets, mac & cheese bites, onion rings and cream cheese jalapeños. Designed for convenience and consistency in busy kitchens, all products can be cooked straight from frozen by deep frying, oven cooking or air frying.

Catering to growing demand for vegetarian appetisers, snacks and sharing options, the range offers operators a versatile way to enhance menu appeal, drive sales and increase spend per head.
Central Foods 01604 858522 www.centralfoods.co.uk

Keejays kicks off summer

Keejays has the ultimate pairing for the summer with its Goldfish Brand Curry Dip and its newest addition Spich Sauce.

Goldfish Brand Curry Dip is sweet and fruity curry dipping sauce that blends fragrant curry spices with subtle fruity notes and a slow-building heat. It adds a bold twist to a wide variety of dishes, whether it’s chicken, chips, wraps, burgers, vegetables, grilled meats or even salads, and can be drizzled, dunked, poured, or stirred into recipes, offering something for every taste and every menu. 

For something totally new, Spich Sauce boasts a deep, savoury umami flavour with a mild sweetness and a gentle peppery warmth. It works well with fish as well as chips, adding something distinctive without straying away from what customers already love about a classic chippy meal. Available in 350g plastic bottles.
Keejays 01473 827304 www.goldfishbrandsauces.com