Ice Cream

Heavenly Desserts reaches 50th site milestone

21-Jul-2023 By Restaurant

Dessert franchise Heavenly Desserts will open its 50th restaurant in the UK this month with a further five in the works.

How I Got Here: Yousif Aslam

12-Jul-2023 By James McAllister

The co-founder and managing director of Heavenly Desserts, which operates around 50 sites across the UK and Canada, on honing his business model and why he wants VAT reduced.

Ice cream parlour Lazy Sundae scoops second site

18-Jan-2023 By BigHospitaliy

Manchester-based dessert brand Lazy Sundae has chosen Manchester Arndale shopping centre for its second location.

Le Chocolat Alain Ducasse to open in London’s Borough Yards

29-Nov-2022 By Restaurant

Alain Ducasse will open a new chocolate and ice cream shop in London’s Borough Yards based on his La Manufacture concept in Paris.

Bubblewrap to launch first international site

04-Aug-2022 By Joe Lutrario

Instagram-famous dessert brand Bubblewrap will launch its debut international franchise site later this year.

Bubblewrap kickstarts expansion with first franchise site

29-Apr-2022 By Restaurant

Instagram-famous dessert brand Bubblewrap has launched its first franchise site to kickstart its plans for significant expansion.

Creams to hit 100 sites as it announces trio of new openings

14-Sep-2021 By James McAllister

Dessert parlour brand Creams has confirmed a trio of new openings in the capital, which will push its UK estate to 100 sites in total by the middle of November.

Creams targets northern regions as it expands franchise operation

09-Feb-2021 By James McAllister

Dessert parlour brand Creams is seeking franchise partners to help grow its portfolio across northern England and Scotland.

Creams heads to Wales as it ramps up UK expansion

13-Jan-2021 By James McAllister

Dessert parlour brand Creams is to make its debut in Wales later this month as it looks to accelerate its plans for further UK expansion.

Creams acquired by Pistachio Holdings

21-Dec-2020 By Finn Scott-Delany

Dessert parlour brand Creams has been acquired by Pistachio Holdings, which is backed by Ankush Shah of the East Africa-based Sumaria Group.

Creams sales up 35% following 'record-breaking' August trade

03-Sep-2020 By James McAllister

Dessert-focused chain Creams saw year-on-year sales rise 35% in August as a result of the Government's Eat Out to Help Out (EOHO) discount scheme.

Generation Next: how Chin Chin is rethinking ice cream

25-Sep-2019 By Sophie Witts

Three-strong nitrogen ice cream specialist Chin Chin Ice Cream has brought desserts made using techniques associated with high-end restaurants to a wider audience

Restaurant trends: 7 things we'll see in 2017

03-Jan-2017 By Hannah Thompson

From new menu trends to what Brexit means for you, we present the industry’s predictions for the highs and lows of 2017

ETM Group’s Aviary opens at the Montcalm Royal London House Hotel

08-Dec-2016 By Hannah Thompson

Aviary, the latest restaurant and bar from the ETM Group, has opened on the 10th floor of the 253-bedroom Montcalm Royal London House, after first being announced in August.

Innovative ice cream flavours driving demand, finds study

16-Sep-2014 By Carina Perkins

Diners are increasingly moving away from traditional ice cream flavours in favour of ‘weird and wonderful’ varieties, according to new research from Amore di Gelato.

First look: Heston Blumenthal’s The Perfectionists’ Café

04-Jun-2014 By Melodie Michel

What to expect at Heston Blumenthal’s latest venture, opening today at Heathrow’s new terminal 2.

Mitchell & Cooper launches new ice cream machine

21-May-2014 By Lauren Houghton

Catering equipment specialists Mitchell & Cooper has launched the Nemox Gelato 6K CREA which aims to help chefs craft unique ice creams.

New Forest Ice Cream launches Turkish Delight & Dark Belgian Chocolate flavour

24-Apr-2014 By Luke Nicholls

Hampshire-based ice cream manufacturer New Forest Ice Cream has added a Turkish Delight and Belgian Chocolate flavour to its growing range of frozen desserts. 

Pizza & Ice Cream concept hits Camden

21-Mar-2014 By Luke Nicholls

A new pizza and ice cream concept has opened this week in the heart of Camden Town’s Stable Market. 

Sweet & salty combo launched New Forest Ice Cream

12-Feb-2014 By Luke Nicholls

Hampshire-based ice cream manufacturer New Forest Ice Cream has added a salted caramel flavour to its growing range of frozen desserts. 

Kerrymaid adds frozen yoghurt mix to range

23-Jul-2013 By Emma Eversham

Kerrymaid has added a UHT Frozen Yoghurt Mix to its range for foodservice to give outlets a simple way to capitalise on the growing consumer trend for the sweet treat.

Zafran extends Persian ice cream range with rosewater flavour

11-Jun-2013 By Peter Ruddick

Following the success of Zafran Food Company’s saffron and rosewater ice cream, the company has brought out a pure rosewater flavour to complement the range and to offer a lighter dessert option.

Carpigiani launches XVL soft serve line of ice cream machines

31-May-2013 By Emma Eversham

Ice cream equipment maker Carpigiani has launched the XVL soft serve line to allow operators of all sizes to provide fresh, soft-serve gelato.

Zafran launches saffron and rosewater Persian ice cream

11-Apr-2013 By Peter Ruddick

Zafran Food Company has teamed up with New Forest Ice Cream to launch a range of Persian food products including a saffron and rosewater ice cream.

Taywell Ice Creams launches Asian-inspired range of ices and sorbets

20-Dec-2012 By Peter Ruddick

Artisan ice cream maker Taywell has launched a unique range of Asian-inspired ice creams and sorbets, including Thai tea sorbet, vanilla Pandan and lemongrass and chilli flavours, which are now available to hospitality buyers.

Coffee Mocha Swirl-flavoured ice cream offers dessert and coffee combo for caterers

12-Dec-2012 By Luke Nicholls

Ice cream manufacturer New Forest Ice Cream has added the to its range of ice cream for caterers, combining coffee and dessert all in one.

Beechdean adds two 'retro' ice cream flavours to its foodservice range

16-Aug-2012 By Peter Ruddick

Beechdean Farmhouse Dairy has expanded its range of ice cream available for the foodservice trade with the introduction of two 'retro' flavours - Eton Mess and Peach Melba.

CP Foods adds frozen desserts to Carisma range

09-Aug-2012 By Luke Nicholls

Food producer CP Foods UK is set to launch a new range of fruit-based frozen desserts for its foodservice customers.

Ercolano launches 'super premium' Amore di Gelato ice-creams for restaurants, pubs and hotels

25-Jun-2012 By Emma Eversham

Ercolano, the company set up by former Movenpick Ice Cream managing director Mike Godwin last year, has launched what it calls a 'super premium' range of ice creams and sorbets under the Amore Di Gelato brand, which are designed to enhance dessert...

Carpigiani launches time-critical ice cream machines for busy restaurants

13-Apr-2012 By Luke Nicholls

Italian ice cream equipment manufacturer Carpigiani has launched the Freeze & Go machine, allowing chefs to create fresh ice cream and sorbet in just five minutes. 

Mövenpick Ice Cream extends range with two new flavours

01-Mar-2012 By Luke Nicholls

Mövenpick Ice Cream is extending its range with the launch of two new products - Fior di Latte Ice Cream and Apricot Sorbet.

Christmas products: Desserts

26-Sep-2011 By Luke Nicholls

BigHospitality takes a look at some festive-themed deserts including mulled wine and Champagne-flavoured sorbet, frozen tårta, and sherry trifle, which are all sure to make your business stand out from the crowd during the busy Christmas period.

Food safety fears halt sale of breast milk ice cream

01-Mar-2011 By Becky Paskin

The IceCreamists in Covent Garden has removed its Baby Gaga breast milk ice cream from sale over fears the product could transmit viruses.

Waffle chain opens in Notting Hill with more expansion planned

09-Nov-2010 By Lorraine Heller

The Belgium-inspired waffle specialist Wafflemeister will be opening its third store in London next week, with plans to double its UK sites early next year

Jonathan Downey opens Tiny Robot

13-Sep-2010 By Rachel Johnson

Jonathan Downey, owner of The Rushmore Group, has opened the second Robot bar, Tiny Robot, in Notting Hill

Cobnut oil named Great Taste Champion

07-Sep-2010 By Becky Paskin

Hurstwood Farm’s Cold-pressed 100% Cobnut Oil has been named the Supreme Champion in this year’s Great Taste Awards

Movenpick launch creamy and nutty ice-cream flavours

17-Feb-2010 By Becky Paskin

Movenpick Ice Cream has announced the launch of two new flavours to its portfolio, Almond & Vanilla, and Double Cream and Meringues

Sorbet voted Supreme Champion at Great Taste Awards

09-Sep-2008 By Emma Eversham

Beckleberrys Blackcurrant & Kirsch Sorbet beats thousands of products to win the highest accolade in this years Great Taste Awards