Cumbria Distilling Co

By |2023-03-21T09:00:10+00:00March 21st, 2023|Categories: Meet Our Suppliers|

Cumbria Distilling Co

Who they are …

Cumbria Distilling Co was founded in 2018 by spirits wizard, Paul Carruthers.

The company has a simple but very exciting mission.; to create the highest quality spirits in the north west whilst retaining excellent value for money. Affordable quality is our passion which began with the Carlisle branded range of gins and vodkas and during 2023, expands to the Bartenders’s Series and the brand sitting under the namesake of the company, Cumbria Distilling Co.

 

Mike Little of Cumbria Distilling Co says:

“We have found that partnering with Pioneer Foodservice allows us to access a […]

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Folkington’s

By |2023-04-03T08:17:18+01:00March 21st, 2023|Categories: Meet Our Suppliers|

Folkington’s

Who they are …

Folkington’s produce premium, high quality drinks and pressés.

They were founded in 2012 by Paul Bendit. Paul spent 12 years developing premium and innovative soft drinks for leaders in the catering sector and stand-alone brands. Originally, launching three varieties of fruit juice, the range quickly expanded.

Folkington’s always source their ingredients sustainably by returning to the same farms and farming communities each year. This contributes to their long-term sustainable income and ensures Folkington’s drinks have a unique consistency in both quality and taste.

 

Paul says:

“We were fortunate enough to have been invited to become one of […]

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Lakes Ice Cream

By |2022-10-25T16:13:07+01:00October 25th, 2022|Categories: Meet Our Suppliers|

Lakes Ice Cream

Who they are …

Lakes Ice Cream was established over 30 years ago in Kendal, the gateway to the Lake District.  Their luxury Lakes ice creams are made from local organic milk and cream and quality and excellence is at the heart of everything they do!

 

Andrea King, area sales manager says: “It has been a pleasure working with Pioneer, a fellow local Cumbrian business, for over 10 years. They have been instrumental in increasing our brand awareness and growth in sales, not just throughout Cumbria but across the regions.

The whole team at Pioneer are […]

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The Lakes Distillery

By |2022-10-25T09:27:11+01:00July 31st, 2018|Categories: Meet Our Suppliers|

The Lakes Distillery

Who they are …

Housed in a beautifully restored farm close to Bassenthwaite Lake, The Lakes Distillery opened in December 2014. Their vision was to produce world-class spirits that will be global brands recognised and respected around the world.

Their range of premium spirits now include whisky, vodka, gin and a range of liqueurs.

We have worked with The Lakes Distillery for many years now. Last year visited their premises and enjoyed a tour and tasting. Read our story.

 

Chris Pateman, head of off-trade & grocery says: “It is wonderful to work with such a well-known Cumbrian family run business such as […]

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Cartmel Sticky Toffee Pudding Co

By |2018-07-25T09:24:55+01:00July 25th, 2018|Categories: Meet Our Suppliers|

Cartmel Sticky Toffee Pudding Co.

Who they are …

Cartmel sticky toffee pudding is famous the world over and is supplied to fine food shops and delis, including many luxury department stores such as Fortnum & Mason and Harvey Nichols.

 

Jo Wolsey-Fell, head of sales at Cartmel says: “Cartmel has been working with Pioneer since 2008 for both foodservice and their retail shop. We have seen a gradual increase with year-on- year sales.

We have a great customer relationship with the team at Pioneer; orders and collections are always on time and both parties can be flexible as and when […]

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Fentimans

By |2023-02-22T12:07:05+00:00October 23rd, 2017|Categories: Meet Our Suppliers|

Fentimans

Who they are …

Fentimans have brewed ginger beer since 1905 and the business is still family-owned. Based in Hexham, they now brew a wide range of fine drinks to include traditional flavours such as dandelion and burdock alongside contemporary drinks like sparkling lime and jasmine.

 

“Being a family run business steeped in heritage and tradition, we have always placed a large emphasis on remaining loyal to our roots. Working with a distributor such as Pioneer, who holds many similar organisational values as ourselves has resulted in a great business relationship for both parties.”

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Doddington Dairy

By |2023-02-22T12:07:02+00:00October 23rd, 2017|Categories: Meet Our Suppliers|

Doddington Dairy

 

Who they are …

Doddington Dairy ice creams contain only the simplest and finest of ingredients and where possible locally sourced ingredients and this is why our customers love their products!

From their farm in the Glendale Valley of Northumberland, Jackie and Neill Maxwell run Doddington Dairy.

 

“We have enjoyed supplying Pioneer Foodservice with our premium ice cream since 2011. This originally allowed our business to expand geographically outside Northumberland and has continued to grow as a result. Pioneer Foodservice is a pleasure to deal with and supply!”

We hold […]

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Cream o’ Galloway

By |2023-02-22T12:06:57+00:00October 20th, 2017|Categories: Meet Our Suppliers|

Cream o’ Galloway

Who they are …

The Finlay family has farmed Rainton in Dumfriesshire since the 1920s. In 1993, the farm became organic and a year later started producing their first ice cream. At the heart of Cream o’ Galloway is the desire to create ice cream made with pure, natural ingredients.

 

“We have been working with Pioneer Foodservice for seven years. Throughout that time our sales have grown significantly. Pioneer Foodservice is a well-run company with good, loyal staff who are friendly and helpful. They work hard to get the best for both their customers and their suppliers.”

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Claire’s Handmade

By |2023-02-22T12:06:57+00:00October 20th, 2017|Categories: Meet Our Suppliers|

Claire’s Handmade

Who they are …

Claire Kent began making jams, chutneys and preserves in 2003, using traditional methods and simple, natural ingredients. Based in Wigton in Cumbria her established favourites include the award-winning red onion marmalade and the tart and tasty damson and apple chutney.

 

Claire says: “We are pleased to have been able to work with Pioneer Foods for a number of years now and have benefited from their loyal support of local producers. Working with Pioneer Foodservice has given us real opportunities to expand which we may otherwise not have had. The reliability of the service provided by Pioneer means we […]

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Whitakers Chocolates Ltd

By |2023-02-22T12:06:53+00:00October 20th, 2017|Categories: Meet Our Suppliers|

Whitakers Chocolates Ltd

Who they are …

This family-owned company has been on the go since 1889 and now produces the finest, high quality chocolates at their factory in Skipton, Yorkshire.

“Whitakers Chocolates Limited have enjoyed a great relationship with Pioneer Foodservice dating back over 16 years, during which time we have worked together to expand our businesses with great communication, flexibility and a ‘can-do’ attitude to providing their customers with great solutions to their chocolate needs.”

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The history behind Whitakers Chocolates Ltd can be […]

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