Bakery Review Magazine - August-September 2020

In this issue

These unprecedented times has brought about significant changes the way we live our lives today. It has impacted the buying behaviours and the market dynamics. The pandemic has resulted into mass shutdowns and supply chain disruptions. The disruption in logistics created more issues in the market as consumers were not getting products as per their requirement which ultimately affected the market.
The COVID-19 pandemic has significantly impacted the bakery industry. During the lockdown the supply of bakery products, though remained reasonable in the major categories like Breads & Biscuits, the essential components for breakfast and snacks, still many bakeries have to shut operations due to shortage of labour. Another factor that has created an impact on the market is the lack of raw material availability. These problems actually had worse affect on small unorganised bakers, who work with limited resources..
A surge in home baking has been one of the stand-out positive trends from this situation. Also in order to survive, bakeries had to switch up their business models. This led many to explore home delivery business module. The convenience factor for consumers and the widened reach for bakeries mean online deliveries is here for the long-term.
With the reopening of retail establishments, the demand for the bakery products will further increase in house hold sector. In the food services sector there is decline in bakery products demand but with hotels now opening pan-India it will regain market in the near future.
In order to regain the confidence of consumers, food establishments must provide assurance to them that food has been prepared in a hygienic environment.

Smaart Eats Introduces Smaart Rice Straws in the Indian Market

Smart Eats believes that plastic waste has been choking the planet.

1 min

Burger Singh Signs Master Franchise Deal in Gujarat

Burger Singh, India's brand of fusion burgers, has signed a master franchise deal in Gujarat.

1 min

Sugar Or Sweeteners, For Bakery Products?

Bakery industry contributes a great deal towards satiating one’s craving for sweets. With an array of cakes, chocolates and cookies, it definitely helps in satisfying your sweet tooth. However the health conscious millennial, and even the elderly, are become averse to consumption of refined sugar. So how does the bakery industry cope with this dilemma? Are the bakery chefs keen to shift from sugar to other forms of sweeteners? Ashok Malkani tries to find whether sugar is really harmful to health and how the bakery products can continue to spread sweetness around.

8 mins

All About Bakery Business

India’s bakery industry is one of the biggest contributors to the country’s processed food industry. According to the latest report by IMARC Group the Indian bakery industry touched $ 7.9 billion in 2019. The market value is projected to reach a value of $ 13.3 billion by 2025, expanding at a CAGR of 19.1% during 2020-2025. These figures are likely to tempt entrepreneurs to enter the industry, which is also popular with n several female bakers. However, there are several aspects of the business which needs to be examined by industrialists before entering this field. Ashok Malkani examines a few of them like the growing awareness and preference of people for healthy products which are gluten free as well as the lack of skilled labour and other problems. One can also opt for the franchisee route.

9 mins

Tasty Liquids for Health

The COVID-19 pandemic has given the consumption of immunity boosting food and beverages an added focus in our lifestyle. People are now not only adhering to hygiene norms in more numbers but are becoming much more health conscious in their eating habits. Perhaps that is the only benefit we can accrue from the ongoing pandemic, which otherwise has come as a curse (hopefully temporary) to our lives and livelihood.

3 mins

Nothing Nutty About it

Cashew nut is regarded as a popular dry fruit with wide applications in food preparations, though it is neither a fruit and nor a nut, if one were to analyse scientifically.

4 mins

Progressive Technology

Antarctica Equipment, since last two decades has created an image of a leading manufacturer, offering solutions for the commercial refrigeration and kitchen equipment. At Antarctica, the passion is always augmented by drive to be better technically on every aspect of the refrigeration process that makes an impact for the end user.

1 min

Diverse Innovative Products

D K Sales Corporation, established in the year 1987 by Dilip Kumar Gandhi, is a Delhi based manufacturing company which has engraved its position in a short span of time in hotel and restaurant industry by creating innovative products.

1 min

Chef's Choice

Knife is said to be ‘life’ of a chef. In fact, holding on to a good quality of knife is as important as for any user in the kitchen.

1 min

Common Mistakes that Occur While Baking

Baking is one of the most subtle arts which requires meticulous precision not only in the ingredients but also cooking temperatures and techniques. The balancing act is, often, intimidating but it can be overcome if one is cautious and goes about the process of baking assiduously.

3 mins

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Bakery Review Magazine Description:

Bakery Review Magazine is a bi-monthly magazine published by HAMMER Publishers Pvt. Ltd. It is one of the only magazines in India exclusively focused on the bakery industry. The magazine is known for its in-depth coverage of the latest trends and developments in the bakery industry, as well as its insights from leading experts in the field. It covers a wide range of topics related to the bakery industry, including:

* New products and technologies: Bakery Review Magazine covers the latest new products and technologies in the bakery industry, such as new baking equipment, ingredients, and packaging solutions.
* Industry trends and developments: Bakery Review Magazine also covers the latest industry trends and developments, such as the growing popularity of artisanal baking and the increasing demand for healthier bakery products.
* Business and management advice: Bakery Review Magazine also features articles on business and management advice for bakery owners and operators.
* Recipes and baking tips: Bakery Review Magazine also features recipes and baking tips from leading pastry chefs and bakers.

Bakery Review Magazine is a valuable resource for anyone who is interested in the bakery industry in India. It is a must-read for anyone who is looking to stay informed about the latest trends and developments in the industry, or who is looking for insights from leading experts in the field.