Business France to bring innovative French brands to IFE 2025

Business France, the national agency supporting the international development of the French economy, will be bringing 15 innovative French brands to IFE this year, showcasing the country’s excellence in food and drink. From premium frozen desserts and artisanal pastries to sustainable snacking and functional beverages, these brands represent the latest in French innovation tailored for the UK market. Visitors to IFE will have the opportunity to explore a diverse range of high-quality products that combine authentic heritage with modern consumer trends, offering exciting new options for retailers, foodservice operators, and manufacturers.
Alfagel (Pop Fruit)
Pioneering premium ice pops for the UK market, Pop Fruit combines real fruit ingredients with eco-conscious packaging to meet growing consumer demand for natural frozen treats. Their additive-free sorbets appeal to health-conscious retailers seeking innovative frozen dessert options with strong sustainability credentials.
Charles & Alice
Leading French manufacturer specialising in no-added-sugar fruit desserts and plant-based treats, addressing key UK retail trends in health and sustainability. Their locally sourced ingredients and eco-friendly production methods deliver premium quality products that resonate with today's conscious consumers.
Concept Fruit
Nestled at the foot of the Ardèche mountains, surrounded by the lush, green forests of this picturesque southeastern region of France, Concept Fruit was founded by a group of farmers in 1975. The expert processors of premium chestnuts offer innovative solutions for UK bakery and confectionery manufacturers. Their revolutionary chestnut vermicelli provides food producers with versatile, high-quality ingredients backed by nearly 50 years of expertise.
Coopenoix
The snacking and ready-to-eat market continues to grow, with a notable move away from processed snacking to naturally healthy snacks. Coopenoix is on a mission to make French walnuts the UK’s favourite healthy snack. Its collective of around 500 nut growers, with 3,500 hectares of orchards in the French Alps, produce 7,000 tonnes of walnuts each year. The growers are committed to the highest environmental and agricultural standards, going above and beyond even France’s strict regulations, which guarantee durable and traceable production.
Famille Mary
Third-generation beekeeping specialists offering premium honey products to UK retailers. Their unique wellness-focused range includes honey, royal jelly, propolis, and pollen with plant extracts, meeting growing consumer demand for natural health products with authentic heritage.
Specialist frozen seafood supplier, Freshpack, offers a diverse range including premium wild-caught prawns and king crab, alongside innovative Asian and Mediterranean ready-meal, starter and snack ranges. The family-run company provides UK foodservice and retail buyers with high-quality frozen options that combine convenience with authentic flavours.
Frima
Frima is the frozen food manufacturer bringing French tacos to the UK. Their premium range combines premium ingredients with authentic French culinary expertise and the zest of Mexican street food. Perfect for a quick, satisfying meal at home, work, or on the go, they offer operators a unique proposition in the growing world food category.
Fruits Rouges & Co
Leading supplier of premium red fruits with over three decades of expertise, Fruits Rouges & Co offers fresh, frozen, and processed berries to UK manufacturers and retailers. Their sustainable farming practices and versatile product range provide reliable solutions for various commercial applications.
Galzin Gourmet
The Galzin Gourmet story is one of artisanal passion, passed down through three generations, each adding their own innovative touch while staying true to their roots. Galzin Gourmet crafts a wide range of products which are immediately frozen to ensure the UK & Irish foodservice sector receive bread that is second to none in terms of quality and freshness. Just like their supply chains, their ingredient list is short and simple: high-quality flour from Aveyron, water from the Boundoulaou spring in the Larzac Causse, traditional leaven, and a pinch of Camargue salt.
The team take care to blend traditional craftsmanship with modern nutritional science. By harnessing the natural qualities of their premium ingredients, they've successfully reduced sugar and salt content without compromising on taste. Many of their products boast nutritional benefits, including high fibre and Omega-3.
JANE
JANE is an innovative beverage manufacturer offering natural functional drinks for UK retail. Their four ranges combine targeted wellness benefits with premium taste, meeting growing demand for functional beverages that deliver both health credentials and consumer appeal. Their wholesome ingredients and potent botanical extract elevate everyday moments with every sip.
Maison Georges Larnicol is renowned for its Kouignette® which is a unique take on the Britanny delicacy known as Kouign Amann, a pastry made of leavened dough worked into puff pastry with fresh churned butter and presented in individual portion (chilled or frozen). Committed to excellence and only the best ingredients, its refined recipes are made in Western Brittany: premium chocolates made with pure cocoa butter, biscuits, cakes, confectionery and more.
Maé Innovation
Industry-leading manufacturer of food-grade silicone moulds, supporting UK food manufacturers with bespoke and standard solutions. Their innovative designs streamline production processes while maintaining premium quality, ideal for chefs, commercial bakeries and confectioners.
Paticeo
Heritage French pastry manufacturer with over 120 years' expertise, featuring renowned brands including Ker Cadélac, Le Guillou, and Whaou! Their sustainable practices and premium ingredients deliver authentic French pastries that meet UK retail demands for quality and provenance.
Reine de Dijon
Historic Dijon mustard producer using 100% French mustard seeds, offering authentic condiments for UK retail and foodservice. Their sustainable production methods and support for local agriculture demonstrate commitment to quality and environmental responsibility. They have almost single-handedly revived mustard seed cultivation in the Burgundy-Franche-Comté area of France!
Valade
Specialist fruit processor creating premium jams and compotes with optimal 70:30 fruit-to-sugar ratio. Their natural products and flexible manufacturing capabilities provide UK food manufacturers and retailers with high-quality fruit-based solutions.
Sainte Lucie Maîtres Laitiers du Cotentin
Premium Normandy dairy producer offering extensive range of milk, cream, butter, and yoghurt products. Their 70-year heritage combines with innovative capabilities to provide UK buyers with authentic French dairy solutions meeting modern market demands of both discerning UK professionals and consumers.
Sainte Lucie
Founded in 1885, Sainte Lucie provides culinary solutions with its range of herbs, spices, and baking essentials, allowing consumers to elevate dishes with authentic flavours. An organic range is also available to UK buyers.