Hot finds from SIAL Paris: From purple sourdough to immunity bars and beyond

25-Oct-2024 - Last updated on 25-Oct-2024 at 12:13 GMT

SIAL's Innovation observatory showcased the 60-year-old show's most noteworthy products.

From bread crisps to puffs made from drought-resistant, gluten-free sorghum, along with a sourdough that stood out with its deep purple colour, which of these trendsetting products will be the next big hit?

Get lucky with every crunch

Founded by Lithuanian bakery Gudobelė, Bon Chance bread crisps have become a staple in the snack market since their debut in 2011. Known for their commitment to natural ingredients and classic flavours, these crisps bring a taste of tradition to the modern consumer.

Each flavour – from Garlic and Cheese & Onion to Mushroom and Barbecue – is crafted from rye-wheat bread, baked and lightly seasoned. With recipes inspired by heritage baking techniques, these snacks aim to deliver authentic, nostalgic tastes while meeting contemporary snacking demands.

Bon Chance crisps are tailored for both on-the-go snacking and home entertaining, but also make a great crouton-style addition to soups or salads and pair well with beer and wine. Available in various sizes, including 60g and 120g options, these crisps have a growing fan base among those seeking wholesome, flavourful snacks.

Ramp up your veggie intake

The golden starlet of this year’s SIAL Innovation Awards is a range of versatile dry mixes that offers producers a unique approach to creating plant-based products.

Known for its focus on nutritious convenience, Sabarot’s new range is crafted to help bakers, foodservice and meal-prep companies easily introduce veggie-rich options to their menus. Each dry mix combines high-protein legumes and grains with carefully selected herbs and spices to create flavour-packed veggie cakes or plant-based patties.

The mix options include split peas with basil; a trio of Indian lentils; and quinoa and bulgur with Mediterranean-inspired sun vegetables. Designed for flexibility, each pack makes 4-5 patties, ready in just eight minutes. Sabarot’s products are gluten-free and feature a balanced nutritional profile, including plant-based protein and fibre to support digestive health and keep diners satiated.

Introducing Lebanese flavours to the global market

Winning the 2024 Grocery Products Award, Grapeful’s The Original Hummus Bar stands out as a versatile, plant-based snack from Lebanon that caters to today’s health-conscious consumers.

Launched in October 2023, the high-protein, all-natural bar boasts simple ingredients without added sugars, aligning with current demands for transparency and nutritious snacking. It combines chickpeas, tahini and a touch of grape molasses – a traditional Lebanese ingredient that enhances the bar’s sweetness naturally – to create a nourishing snack packed with plant-based protein and fibre for on-the-go consumers.

Grapeful has succeeded in balancing tradition with innovation, making Lebanese food traditions more accessible worldwide. The brand also aims to reduce food waste by sourcing local grape molasses.

Surprise your friends with long potato chips

Balsnack International brings a refreshing twist to the snack isle with Long Potato Chips.

Crafted in Estonia – where Balsnack has been a family-run operation since 1992 – the unique shaped chips are today exported to more than 50 countries, with international sales now comprising half its revenue: testament of the global appeal of these snacks.

Boost wellness with Care Bars

The nutrition bars are crafted with scientifically backed ingredients to support two of today’s most pressing wellness needs: immunity and mental performance.

Care Bar IMMUNITY provides a targeted boost for gut health and immune support. It contains a unique blend of postbiotic IMMUSE, probiotics, zinc, selenium and vitamin D3, which work together to support immune response and a balanced microbiome. It’s perfect for those looking to fortify their immunity, especially during peak cold and flu seasons. Its mix of pre-and postbiotics also makes it a gentle choice to promote gut health: a daily wellness boost in a convenient snack format.

Care Bar COGNITIVE includes Cognizin Citicoline, L-theanine, L-tyrosine and MCT oil, all known for their brain-boosting properties. The unique formula supports memory, focus and mental clarity, making it an excellent option for students or anyone needing a mid-day mental lift.

Both Care Bars serve as multifunctional snacks that marry taste with purpose, bringing advanced nutrition into the modern snacking experience.

Taking the burger to the next level

The Roberto Triple Burger Sandwich offers a unique, three-layer bun designed to elevate even the heartiest burgers.

Made from wheat flour, rapeseed oil and acerola extract the 240g bun provides a stable base for complex sandwiches featuring multiple ingredients. Pre-cut and topped with sesame seeds, they’re perfectly suited for both the consumer and foodservice markets – allowing chefs and consumers to stack sauces, meats, and vegetables without the risk of collapse. The buns are also free from palm oil and artificial flavours.

Instant enjoyment

Viči melds tradition with convenience with its range of sweet and savoury ready-to-eat pancakes.

Known for their ‘tasty instantly’ approach, Viči’s crepes are crafted to bring families together over classic, unsweetened pancakes as well as varieties filled with crowd-pleasing options like chocolate, strawberry and cottage cheese. For those craving something more unique, the passionfruit and mango-filled crepes are gaining popularity in Lithuania, Estonia and Germany. Viči’s savoury crepes, including options filled with meat, add versatility to the lineup.

The crepes contain no palm oil, GMOs, flavour enhancers, or artificial colours. The brand’s chocolate-filled crepes, for instance, use cocoa certified by the Rainforest Alliance, supporting sustainable cocoa farming and environmental health.

With 27 million pancakes produced this year alone, Viči proves that its focus on quality, convenience and environmental care resonates with customers globally.

Natural crunch in every bite

Belgian innovation Fruit Layer BV has introduced a line of potato and pineapple chips that embodies simplicity and innovation.

Made without additives and leveraging a refined dehydration process, Fruit Layer’s chips maintain their vibrant colour and nutrient density, providing a crisp, concentrated flavour experience. The dehydrated fruit and veggies chips are presented in a convenient, tube-stacked format, making them great for on-the-go.

The company’s focus on advanced manufacturing technology and sustainable practices aligns with trends toward eco-conscious, sophisticated snacking. Selected by SIAL for its unique production techniques, these chips cater to the rising demand for snacks that balance health and taste with environmental responsibility.

Reinterpreting bread

Morato Pane’s Spuntinelle line reimagines classic crustless bread with a creative twist, offering vibrant flavours and colours like purple potato, whole wheat with black rice and carrot.

The Spuntinelle con Patata Viola is a sourdough that stands out with its deep purple colour – derived from rehydrated purple potato flakes – creating a visually striking bread that is soft, mildly sweet and ideal for sandwiches, canapés or toasting.

The Spuntinelle range also includes options like classic white bread, made with 100% natural ingredients and olive oil for a soft, versatile slice; and Multigrain Spuntinelle, enriched with a blend of seven grains, including spelt and barley, for added texture and nutritional value.

Every slice is prepared without artificial additives and reflects Italian baking tradition, from the simplicity of Durum Wheat Spuntinelle to the boldness of Carrot Spuntinelle. Available in standard and mini sizes, as well as a professional version for rolled sandwiches, the lineup offers something for every kitchen.