The Blog

Hello, and welcome to the Keylink blog!

In this section of our website, you’ll find a wealth of inspiring recipes, industry insights, consumer trends and analysis, ‘food-for-thought’ articles, business strategy ideas and so much more.

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Get Ready for Halloween 2026: Trends, Treats & Tools

Get Ready for Halloween 2026: Trends, Treats & Tools
Halloween 2026 Lands on a Saturday this year! So...get ready for Bigger Thrills with Bold Colours, Fun Flavours, and Creative Tools to Make Your Range Shine!
Sep 14th, 2026 | min read
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Pecan Flavour Inspiration

Pecan Flavour Inspiration
Buttery, subtly sweet and softly smoky once toasted, the pecan is the official nut of autumn/winter. Read on for the flavours that bring out its best, and the pecan products and recipes we’re excited to try... 
Sep 9th, 2026 | min read
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Peanut Flavour Inspiration

Peanut Flavour Inspiration
Discover our peanut ingredient range, plus the best flavour pairings and recipe inspiration for peanut in bakery and patisserie.
Sep 3rd, 2026 | min read
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Recipes Bringing Christmas 2026's Asian Flavour Trends to Life

Recipes Bringing Christmas 2026's Asian Flavour Trends to Life
From matcha and yuzu to pistachio and rose, discover inspiring flavour pairings and festive recipes for your Christmas 2026 range.
Aug 19th, 2026 | min read
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Ready-Made Fillings for Chocolatiers & Bakers

Ready-Made Fillings for Chocolatiers & Bakers
Ready-made fillings are the fastest and most efficient route to confectionery production. Here's what they are, why they're essential in professional kitchens, and on-trend ways to layer them in your creations. 
Aug 4th, 2026 | min read
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No Waste Christmas for Bakers

No Waste Christmas for Bakers
Christmas is one of the busiest times of the year for bakeries, which can mean increased food waste. Here are seven practical ways to reduce bakery waste while maximising profit this festive season.
Jul 13th, 2026 | min read
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No Waste Christmas for Chocolatiers

No Waste Christmas for Chocolatiers
If you’re looking for a few fresh ideas for using up that leftover couverture, we’ve put together a list of seven ways to turn waste into profit this Christmas.
Jul 8th, 2026 | min read
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A Taste of Nostalgia: Traditional Bakes as Bonbons

A Taste of Nostalgia: Traditional Bakes as Bonbons
Bakery and dessert-inspired chocolate bonbons and bars have stepped firmly into the spotlight. Keep reading for ways to embrace the nostalgia trend in your chocolate shop this festive season.
Jun 29th, 2026 | min read
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Asian Flavours Set to Shape Christmas 2026

Asian Flavours Set to Shape Christmas 2026
From matcha and yuzu to pistachio and mango, discover the Asian-inspired flavours, textures and colours shaping Christmas bakery and chocolate trends for 2026.
Jun 18th, 2026 | min read
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Callebaut's Noir & Blanc: Celebrating Botanical Noir Intense Cocoa Powder

Callebaut's Noir & Blanc: Celebrating Botanical Noir Intense Cocoa Powder
Callebaut's latest campaign, Noir & Blanc, is a celebration of Botanical Noir Intense Cocoa Powder. Keep reading to discover how you can embrace the darkness and light with Callebaut...
Jun 10th, 2026 | min read
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Scottish Bakers’ Conference: What We Learned from Scotland’s Award-Winning Bakeries

Scottish Bakers’ Conference: What We Learned from Scotland’s Award-Winning Bakeries
Explore the standout bakery trends, winning flavour combinations and product ideas we uncovered at the Scottish Bakers Conference and Awards 2026.
Jun 8th, 2026 | min read
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Sprinkle a Little Magic: Add Texture & Glamour to Your Festive Creations with Mona Lisa

Sprinkle a Little Magic: Add Texture & Glamour to Your Festive Creations with Mona Lisa
Discover the sprinkles and decorations that will take your 2026 festive range to the next level, adding crunch, chew and eye-catching texture to chocolate bars, bonbons and bakery creations.
May 28th, 2026 | min read
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Packaging Unwrapped

Packaging Unwrapped
Your packaging is often the first thing your customers see when they buy from you, so you want it to make the right impression. Read on to discover how our packaging range can help you to stand out.
Apr 30th, 2026 | min read
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A Baker's Guide to Cocoa Powder

A Baker's Guide to Cocoa Powder
Choosing the right cocoa powder is essential for consistent, high-quality bakery results, impacting flavour, texture and colour. This guide explains how fat content, processing method and application affect performance, helping you select the best option for every bake.
Apr 17th, 2026 | min read
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Inside the Favorich Chocolate Factory

Inside the Favorich Chocolate Factory
Explore how Favorich creates chocolate with care, precision and sustainability at its heart on this exclusive factory visit.
Mar 30th, 2026 | min read
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Fika Time: The Scandinavian Coffee Break Trend

Fika Time: The Scandinavian Coffee Break Trend
Discover how the Scandinavian fika trend can help your bakery or café sell more coffee and pastries with simple, high-margin viennoiserie ideas. (Plus a croissant-shaped bonbon you won't be able to resist!)
Mar 20th, 2026 | min read
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Valrhona Cocoa Library: Matcha Inspiration

Valrhona Cocoa Library: Matcha Inspiration
The perfect way to add a bold green colour and intense matcha flavour to chocolate confections and bakery creations, without added moisture.
Mar 13th, 2026 | min read
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Sustainable Packaging Improvements at Keylink

Sustainable Packaging Improvements at Keylink
Find out how Keylink strives for sustainability when packing your orders, and the strides we’ve already made to reduce our carbon footprint, from paper packing tape to electric delivery vans.
Mar 6th, 2026 | min read
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How Functional Ingredients are Transforming Confectionery & Bakery in 2026

How Functional Ingredients are Transforming Confectionery & Bakery in 2026
Today’s health-conscious consumers are looking for sweet treats that are not only indulgent and delicious, but that offer some benefit. That's where functional ingredients come in.
Mar 3rd, 2026 | min read
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A Chocolatier's Guide to Cocoa Powder

A Chocolatier's Guide to Cocoa Powder
Cocoa powder is one of the most versatile products of the cacao tree, used widely in bakery, confectionery, drinks and desserts. Let’s take a look at the different cocoa powders for chocolatiers and how they perform.
Feb 20th, 2026 | min read
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How to Spot Trends in Bakery & Confectionery Using AI

How to Spot Trends in Bakery & Confectionery Using AI
What if we told you it doesn't have to take you hours of scrolling or pounding the pavement to discover the latest, up-and-coming trends in chocolate and bakery?
Feb 17th, 2026 | min read
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Keylink partners with Win-Win

Keylink partners with Win-Win
Keylink partners with Win-Win to exclusively distribute cocoa-free chocolate alternative in the UK: Read the update from Keylink's managing director.
Feb 10th, 2026 | min read
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Introducing SOC Chef

Introducing SOC Chef
If you’re looking for all-natural ingredients that will add colour, flavour and texture to your creations, then you’re in the right place. Introducing SOC Chef...
Jan 26th, 2026 | min read
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What’s Coming Up in 2026: Moments to Celebrate

What’s Coming Up in 2026: Moments to Celebrate
2026 is packed with moments to celebrate and sell. Discover how bakers, chocolatiers and patisserie professionals can turn trends and key occasions into high-margin, standout creations.
Jan 5th, 2026 | min read
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Dried Fruits in Modern Bakery: Evolving the Role of Mincemeat

Dried Fruits in Modern Bakery: Evolving the Role of Mincemeat
With dried fruits enhancing flavour and texture, mincemeat is becoming a versatile, trend-led ingredient inspiring creative, modern and globally influenced bakery products.
Dec 3rd, 2025 | min read
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Cake & Bake International 2025

Cake & Bake International 2025
Read on to find out what we got up to at the show and why it’s a must-visit for bakers and cake enthusiasts looking for inspiration, new ideas and a fun day out! 
Nov 27th, 2025 | min read
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Introducing Keylink Essentials

Introducing Keylink Essentials
Discover spreads, coatings, sprinkles and more in our Keylink Essentials range – the core ingredients helping bakers create irresistible treats every day.
Nov 19th, 2025 | min read
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The Great British Flapjack

The Great British Flapjack
Find out how to elevate humble flapjacks with chocolate, spices and fruity fillings – and boost profits with every traybake.
Nov 13th, 2025 | min read
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Callebaut Chocolatier's Day 2025

Callebaut Chocolatier's Day 2025
Callebaut's Chocolatier Day returned this October in a blaze of flavour, insight and inspiration.
Nov 5th, 2025 | min read
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The Magic of Speculoos

The Magic of Speculoos
Known for its warm, caramelised sweetness, comforting blend of spices and nostalgic charm, speculoos has become a favourite flavour for everything from baked treats and desserts to chocolates and festive drinks.
Nov 3rd, 2025 | min read
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Callebaut's New Low Roasting Process

Callebaut's New Low Roasting Process
In order to maintain the unique flavour and taste of the cocoa in each of their new Signature Collection chocolates, Callebaut has developed a brand-new roasting process. Keep reading to find out more...
Oct 20th, 2025 | min read
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A Beginners' Guide to Matcha

A Beginners' Guide to Matcha
Known for its eye-catching, bright green colour, earthy flavour and abundance of health benefits, matcha has become the go-to choice for everything from drinks and ice cream to pastries and chocolate fillings.
Oct 10th, 2025 | min read
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Behind Norohy Vanilla

Behind Norohy Vanilla
From orchid bloom to glossy pod, Norohy vanilla is crafted with care in Madagascar. Explore beans, extracts, pastes and pearls that deliver authentic flavour while supporting local farmers and biodiversity.
Oct 6th, 2025 | min read
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Boost Profits with Edible Decorations

Boost Profits with Edible Decorations
If there’s one thing that elevates an on–trend sweet treat to the next level, it’s that extra little finishing touch. Discover the wonderful world of decorations and level up your creations…
Oct 3rd, 2025 | min read
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Masters of Taste: Callebaut's Bold New Identity

Masters of Taste: Callebaut's Bold New Identity
Callebaut, the Belgian chocolate brand trusted by chefs since 1911, has unveiled a bold new identity: Masters of Taste.
Oct 1st, 2025 | min read
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Colour Your Creations: Van Houten in Cocktails, Mocktails & More

Colour Your Creations: Van Houten in Cocktails, Mocktails & More
Take your creations further with Van Houten chocolate powders, delicious in drinks, desserts, and everything in between.
Sep 26th, 2025 | min read
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What Happens to Your Parcel After You Order From Keylink

What Happens to Your Parcel After You Order From Keylink
On a Tuesday evening in September, some of the Keylink team followed the last DPD collection of the day to find out what happens to your parcels after they leave our warehouse. Here’s what happened next... 
Sep 19th, 2025 | min read
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Hazelnut Flavour Inspiration

Hazelnut Flavour Inspiration
One of our favourite flavours to pair with chocolate is the classic hazelnut – whether enrobed in caramel and encased in milk chocolate or blended into a sumptuous filling for bonbons and bars.
Sep 1st, 2025 | min read
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Introducing Ruby RB2

Introducing Ruby RB2
Discover the next generation of Ruby chocolate, Ruby RB2 offers an intense, fruity flavour with a vibrant ruby hue. Available now from Keylink!
Aug 20th, 2025 | min read
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How to Clean Your Chocolate Moulds

How to Clean Your Chocolate Moulds
Beautiful, glossy chocolates start with beautifully clean moulds. Any smudge, streak or leftover cocoa butter will show up in the final shine—so giving your moulds some TLC between uses is essential.
Aug 15th, 2025 | min read
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Savour the Divine Taste of the First Ever Ruby Chocolate Drink Powder!

Savour the Divine Taste of the First Ever Ruby Chocolate Drink Powder!
See recipes for making hot or cold drinks with the new Van Houten ruby chocolate drinks powder.
Aug 12th, 2025 | min read
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Absolu Cristal: A Versatile Must-Have

Absolu Cristal: A Versatile Must-Have
This neutral, high-shine glaze adds stunning gloss without altering flavours, perfect for chocolatiers, bakers, and pastry chefs. Discover tips, techniques, and creative uses.
Aug 4th, 2025 | min read
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Embracing Ginger and Spices in Baking and Chocolate

Embracing Ginger and Spices in Baking and Chocolate
Discover how ginger and warm spices transform baking and chocolate, adding depth, comfort, and festive flair. From spiced drinks to perfect pairings, uncover our range of flavourful products and recipes.
Aug 1st, 2025 | min read
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Ned's Christmas Story

Ned's Christmas Story
For our 2025 festive campaign, we take you on a journey to meet our newest chocolate moulds, discover new flavours and explore the nostalgic shapes, colours and decorations that bring back memories of Christmas past.
Jul 14th, 2025 | min read
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Valrhona Cocoa Library: Alpaco 66%

Valrhona Cocoa Library: Alpaco 66%
A Grand Cru couverture that beautifully showcases Ecuadorian terroir, Valrhona Alpaco 66% offers an elegant, complex flavour profile with a nod to its remarkable origins.
Jul 10th, 2025 | min read
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Apple & Pear Flavour Inspiration

Apple & Pear Flavour Inspiration
Summer might be in full swing, but we're looking ahead to those cooler, autumnal days and celebrating apple and pear flavours: light, refreshing and full of possibilities.
Jul 2nd, 2025 | min read
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Yule Logs and Holiday Flavours for a Magical Christmas

Yule Logs and Holiday Flavours for a Magical Christmas
The Yule Log is back—and it's more delicious than ever. This blog unwraps its festive roots, shares creative takes, and offers ideas to help you roll out a centrepiece your customers will love this Christmas.
Jun 30th, 2025 | min read
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Roasted Kadaif Now in Stock!

Roasted Kadaif Now in Stock!
Love the viral Dubai chocolate trend? Now you can get everything you need to recreate this fan favourite flavour combination at Keylink!
Jun 26th, 2025 | min read
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Christmas Packaged & Presented With Love

Christmas Packaged & Presented With Love
Made your own chocolate characters with our newest moulds? Protect and present your chocolate figures this Christmas with our range of packaging to perfectly fit your chosen mould.  
Jun 23rd, 2025 | min read
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Coconut Flavour Inspiration

Coconut Flavour Inspiration
Tropical, creamy and oh-so-inviting — coconut brings a taste of sunshine to your creations! From silky ganaches to sweet, chewy bakes, let these mellow, exotic notes spark your imagination…
Jun 13th, 2025 | min read
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Festive Macarons

Festive Macarons
Discover festive macaron ideas with classic Christmas flavours, decorating tips and gift-ready packaging inspiration. Perfect for makers, bakers and festive treat lovers alike.
Jun 10th, 2025 | min read
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Valrhona Cocoa Library: Opalys 33%

Valrhona Cocoa Library: Opalys 33%
We are unwrapping the smooth and creamy Valrhona Opalys 33% – a white chocolate that’s anything but ordinary. With its delicate sweetness, fresh milk flavour and soft notes of vanilla.
Jun 6th, 2025 | min read
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Christmas Trends 2025

Christmas Trends 2025
Christmas 2025 brings rustic charm. Expect flavours like gingerbread caramel, cherry, and swicy chilli-raspberry. Earthy tones, gold accents and eco-friendly packaging capture the season’s woodland magic.
Jun 2nd, 2025 | min read
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15 Croissant Flavour Ideas for Bakeries & Cafés

15 Croissant Flavour Ideas for Bakeries & Cafés
If you’re not currently offering croissants in your café or bakery, you could be missing out on a huge opportunity. Discover why you should add a range of croissants to your pastries, and how Keylink can help.
May 30th, 2025 | min read
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Chocolate Fundamentals with Valrhona

Chocolate Fundamentals with Valrhona
We hosted the very first Valrhona & Keylink customer event at our offices in April. Find out what we learned from the fabulous Chef Circle, and what delicious confections we were lucky enough to sample... 
May 15th, 2025 | min read
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Valrhona Cocoa Library: Oriado 60%

Valrhona Cocoa Library: Oriado 60%
Each month, we dive into one of Valrhona’s exceptional couvertures—and this time, we’re spotlighting a chocolate that champions balance, sustainability, and stunning flavour: Oriado 60%.
May 12th, 2025 | min read
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Q&A with Paul North, No. 12 Chocolatier

Q&A with Paul North, No. 12 Chocolatier
We asked Paul North, No. 12 Chocolatier, all our burning questions about how he got started in chocolate making and what his most popular bonbon is. Read on to find out all about Paul's journey as a chocolatier.
May 9th, 2025 | min read
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Caramel Flavour Inspiration

Caramel Flavour Inspiration
Rich, sweet and decadent with a nostalgic flavour; caramel is a staple of the chocolate and bakery worlds, and for good reason! Read on to be inspired by sugary, buttery brown flavours…
May 1st, 2025 | min read
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Introducing Chocovic at Keylink

Introducing Chocovic at Keylink
Chocovic, a celebrated brand that has spent over 150 years empowering artisan chocolatiers, bakers, and pastry chefs around the world, is now available in the UK for the first time at Keylink.
Apr 15th, 2025 | min read
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Valrhona Cocoa Library: Hukambi 53%

Valrhona Cocoa Library: Hukambi 53%
Each month, we take a tour of one of Valrhona’s chocolates! This month, it's the unique and innovative Hukambi 53%, a single origin Brazilian chocolate, Valrhona’s first ombré, dark milk chocolate.
Apr 9th, 2025 | min read
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Berries Flavour Inspiration

Berries Flavour Inspiration
April brings with it longer days and fresher flavours... and so do we with this month's flavour; Berries!
Apr 1st, 2025 | min read
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Almond Flavour Inspiration

Almond Flavour Inspiration
With their distinctive fruity, nutty flavour and numerous health benefits, almonds are as popular as ever! Read our blog to discover our favourite almond products, recipes and flavour pairings…
Mar 3rd, 2025 | min read
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5 Ways with Ravifruit Strawberry Purée

5 Ways with Ravifruit Strawberry Purée
There are many ways you can use fruit purées in your chocolate and bakery business. Here are just a few of our favourites, using the classic, Great British strawberry.
Feb 21st, 2025 | min read
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Valrhona Cocoa Library: Araguani 72%

Valrhona Cocoa Library: Araguani 72%
Take a trip to Venezuela in this month's blog with Valrhona's distinctive dark chocolate, Araguani 72%.
Feb 19th, 2025 | min read
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Lemon Flavour Inspiration

Lemon Flavour Inspiration
Our February flavour of the month is the zesty, sweet and delicious lemon! Read on for our favourite products, recipes and flavour pairings.
Feb 3rd, 2025 | min read
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Valrhona Cocoa Library: Amatika 46% & Amatika Blanche 35%

Valrhona Cocoa Library: Amatika 46% & Amatika Blanche 35%
In this month’s perusal of the Valrhona cocoa library, we’re taking a peek at the dairy free Amatika range! Specifically, Amatika 46% and Amatika Blanche 35%.
Jan 20th, 2025 | min read
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Vanilla Flavour Inspiration

Vanilla Flavour Inspiration
This month, we’re shining a spotlight on our favourite sweet spice and sharing our favourite vanilla products, recipes and flavour pairings with you!
Jan 5th, 2025 | min read
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Working with Culinary Alcohols

Working with Culinary Alcohols
If you’ve been hesitant to try adding alcohol concentrates to your recipes, let us show you how and why you should embrace the fabulous, multi-purpose ingredient that is alcohol!
Jan 2nd, 2025 | min read
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Pistachio Flavour Inspiration

Pistachio Flavour Inspiration
This month, we’re celebrating the humble pistachio and sharing our favourite products, recipes and flavour pairings with you!
Dec 2nd, 2024 | min read
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Selling at Farmers, Food & Christmas Markets

Selling at Farmers, Food & Christmas Markets
Our top five tips for getting your bakery or chocolate business into your local food and Christmas markets.
Nov 29th, 2024 | min read
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The Norohy Vanilla Range at Keylink!

The Norohy Vanilla Range at Keylink!
Expanding our vanilla range, Norohy Vanilla allows you to melt, pour or infuse...
Nov 28th, 2024 | min read
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Pairing Blue Fruits with Chocolate

Pairing Blue Fruits with Chocolate
Blue food is growing in popularity as it’s an eye-catching and unexpected colour in the world of chocolate and sweet bakery. Find out how to pair your favourite blue fruits with chocolate and other flavours.
Nov 22nd, 2024 | min read
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Embracing the Blue Food Trend

Embracing the Blue Food Trend
The rising popularity of blue food has also led to an increase in more earthy, non-synthetic blue products. Read on to find out how you can use blue flavours and colours in your chocolate or bakery business...
Nov 15th, 2024 | min read
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Valrhona Cocoa Library: Tanariva 33%

Valrhona Cocoa Library: Tanariva 33%
We’re taking a trip to Madagascar with Valrhona’s first single origin milk chocolate, Tanariva 33%. This Grands Crus blend captures the character of the Madagascan beans, and adds a layer of luxury.
Oct 18th, 2024 | min read
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Cherry Flavours to Help Your Business Blossom

Cherry Flavours to Help Your Business Blossom
Jump on the cherry flavour trend train with our (cherry) pick of the best products!
Oct 10th, 2024 | min read
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The Callebaut by Keylink Web Shop is Open!

The Callebaut by Keylink Web Shop is Open!
Introducing our brand new collaboration with Callebaut, a dedicated web shop housing all of your favourite Barry Callebaut products!
Oct 4th, 2024 | min read
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Get Personal with Custom Chocolates and Packaging

Get Personal with Custom Chocolates and Packaging
From branded boxes to printed bags, and even custom chocolate plaques and transfer sheets, there’s (almost) no limit to what we can personalise.
Oct 1st, 2024 | min read
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Valrhona Cocoa Library: Caraibe 66%

Valrhona Cocoa Library: Caraibe 66%
Join us as we delve into the story behind this Grand Cru blend couverture and find out why Caraibe 66% is a favourite of the chefs at L’École Valrhona... 
Sep 27th, 2024 | min read
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Valrhona Cocoa Library: Ivoire 35%

Valrhona Cocoa Library: Ivoire 35%
Let’s take a closer look at this iconic white chocolate couverture and find out why Ivoire 35% is the preferred choice for so many pastry chefs and chocolatiers...
Sep 6th, 2024 | 3.5min read
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Caramel Alternatives Your Customers Will Adore

Caramel Alternatives Your Customers Will Adore
Hit the new nostalgia trend with caramel flavour alternative like butterscotch and dulce de leche that your customers won't be able to resist!
Aug 9th, 2024 | 7.2min read
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5 Reasons To Use Compound Coatings In Your Business

5 Reasons To Use Compound Coatings In Your Business
Read on to discover our top five reasons to use compound coating in your bakery business…
Aug 5th, 2024 | 5.3min read
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Valrhona Cocoa Library: Yuzu Inspiration

Valrhona Cocoa Library: Yuzu Inspiration
This month as part of our journey across the Valrhona range, we’re continuing our foray into the Inspiration range with the Yuzu Inspiration Fruit Couverture.
Jul 21st, 2024 | 2.7min read
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Top Tips For A Thicker, Cuttable Spread For Your Bakes

Top Tips For A Thicker, Cuttable Spread For Your Bakes
How to combine compound coating and spreads to create a thicker, cuttable topping for traybakes.
Jul 6th, 2024 | 1.4min read
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Visiting Valrhona with The Canny Chocolate Company

Visiting Valrhona with The Canny Chocolate Company
Our customer, The Canny Chocolate Company, recently attended a course at l'Ecole Valrhona in France. We couldn't wait to hear all about it!
Jul 1st, 2024 | 9.8min read
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Using Summertime Flavours With Ease and Low Cost

Using Summertime Flavours With Ease and Low Cost
Save money on fresh fruits this summer with our convenient and economical flavouring compounds and ambient purées.
Jun 26th, 2024 | 1.7min read
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Valrhona Cocoa Library: Caramelia 36%

Valrhona Cocoa Library: Caramelia 36%
We’re back once more with another of Valrhona’s tasty couvertures. This month, we’re looking at Caramelia 36%, a luxurious milk chocolate with notes of salted caramel.
Jun 12th, 2024 | 1.9min read
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Positioning Yourself As a New Baker In The Industry

Positioning Yourself As a New Baker In The Industry
Marketing your new bakery business can be tricky, but these tips will help you to stand out on the high street and social media!
May 30th, 2024 | 4.4min read
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Valrhona Cocoa Library: Macaé 62%

Valrhona Cocoa Library: Macaé 62%
Dive into Macaé 62%, a dark chocolate couverture made from beans grown in the lush Bahia province of Brazil, grown under the shade of banana and palm trees.
May 23rd, 2024 | 3.8min read
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The Blond Chocolate Bakery Trend

The Blond Chocolate Bakery Trend
We’re here to show you how you can bring the blond chocolate trend to your bakery business and capture your customers’ attention. Let's dig in!
May 21st, 2024 | 4.8min read
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Valrhona Cocoa Library: Strawberry Inspiration

Valrhona Cocoa Library: Strawberry Inspiration
We're back with another edition of the Valrhona Cocoa Library. This month, we’re looking ahead to sun-soaked summer days with Valrhona Strawberry Inspiration.
Apr 22nd, 2024 | 3.3min read
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5 Bestselling Bakery Flavours to Add to Your Product Range

5 Bestselling Bakery Flavours to Add to Your Product Range
These five customer-favourite flavours are absolute essentials for every bakery and dessert shop, so if you’re looking for inspiration for your core product range, we’re here to help.
Apr 5th, 2024 | 6.1min read
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4 Top Trends for Spring & Summer 2024

4 Top Trends for Spring & Summer 2024
We rounded up the biggest trends in colour, flavour and texture for spring and summer 2024, so all you have to do is keep reading to get a delicious burst of inspiration for your next chocolate range.
Mar 22nd, 2024 | 7.2min read
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Chocolate vs Compound Coating - And Why Bakeries Use Both!

Chocolate vs Compound Coating - And Why Bakeries Use Both!
While they may look similar on the surface, chocolate couverture and compound coating are actually quite different! Find out why bakers use both.
Mar 14th, 2024 | 4.8min read
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An Evening with Harwood's Patisserie

An Evening with Harwood's Patisserie
We spent an evening with Andrew Harwood and Raf Perussi learning how to make chocolates and hearing all about their experience on Bake Off: The Professionals.
Feb 23rd, 2024 | 7.4min read
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Valrhona Cocoa Library: Raspberry Inspiration

Valrhona Cocoa Library: Raspberry Inspiration
We’re back with another product from our growing collection of Valrhona couvertures. This month, we’re delving into another of Valrhona’s unique fruit couvertures, the tangy and sweet Raspberry Inspiration! 
Feb 20th, 2024 | 3.3min read
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Fresh Flavours for Spring & Easter

Fresh Flavours for Spring & Easter
A new season brings with it new flavours. Here are our favourite fresh and fruity flavours for spring and Easter.
Feb 5th, 2024 | 6.9min read
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Valrhona Cocoa Library: Passion Fruit Inspiration

Valrhona Cocoa Library: Passion Fruit Inspiration
Prepare to feel the passion with Valrhona's Inspiration fruit couverture in Passion Fruit. Perfect for creating exquisite summer puddings and ganache!
Jan 2nd, 2024 | 3.2min read
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Valrhona Cocoa Library: Blond Dulcey 35%

Valrhona Cocoa Library: Blond Dulcey 35%
Come along as each month we explore the different chocolate couvertures Keylink stock from Valrhona. This month, we’re taking a look at the smooth Blond chocolate, Dulcey 35%.  
Dec 8th, 2023 | 2.4min read
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Valrhona Cocoa Library: Guanaja 70%

Valrhona Cocoa Library: Guanaja 70%
Each month, we’re deep diving into a different chocolate from our brand new collection of Valrhona couvertures. This month, Guanaja 70% dark chocolate takes centre stage.
Nov 10th, 2023 | 3.2min read
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New Additions to Keylink's Valrhona Range!

New Additions to Keylink's Valrhona Range!
We at Keylink are pleased to announce we are expanding our range, with six new Valrhona products added to our roster of delectable ingredients for bakers and chocolatiers alike.
Nov 9th, 2023 | 5.1min read
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Valrhona Cocoa Library: Jivara Lactee 40%

Valrhona Cocoa Library: Jivara Lactee 40%
Come along as we explore Valrhona’s iconic milk chocolate couverture, Jivara Lactée; a high cocoa solids milk chocolate with a characteristic blend of beans.
Oct 17th, 2023 | 3min read
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Festive Hot Chocolates and Indulgent Inspirations

Festive Hot Chocolates and Indulgent Inspirations
Bring your customers in from the cold with a range of hot chocolate drinks that will tempt and tantalise their taste buds.
Oct 5th, 2023 | 9.6min read
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A Festive Guide to Christmas Hampers

A Festive Guide to Christmas Hampers
Dancer, Prancer, and Hamper: Assembling Chocolate Gift Baskets & Boxes for Christmas.
Sep 29th, 2023 | 9.3min read
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Twelve Classic Pastries Every Bakery Needs

Twelve Classic Pastries Every Bakery Needs
Whether you call it a patisserie, a pastry or a pudding, you’re sure to find a few new recipes to tempt your customers with among this list of the most popular pastries.
Sep 26th, 2023 | 9.1min read
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Valrhona Cocoa Library: Satilia Noire, Lactee & Blanche

Valrhona Cocoa Library: Satilia Noire, Lactee & Blanche
Join us as we deep dive into the Satilia range from Valrhona, a collection of versatile couverture chocolates with a multitude of uses and flavour pairings.
Aug 22nd, 2023 | 3.8min read
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How a Limited-Edition Autumn/Winter Range Could Boost Your Bakery Sales ​

How a Limited-Edition Autumn/Winter Range Could Boost Your Bakery Sales ​
The biggest colour and flavour trends hitting bakeries and coffee shops this Autumn/Winter, and how you can make the most of them!
Aug 11th, 2023 | 6.5min read
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Get the most out of Afternoon Tea Week as a business owner

Get the most out of Afternoon Tea Week as a business owner
Afternoon Tea Week in the UK is 7th - 13th August 2023 and is a delectable opportunity for business owners. We’ll explain how!
Aug 7th, 2023 | 3.8min read
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The Baker's Dozen: 13 Ways to Boost Your Bakery Business

The Baker's Dozen: 13 Ways to Boost Your Bakery Business
Thirteen ideas to help you attract customers and boost profits in your bakery business, from baking ingredients to packaging.
Aug 4th, 2023 | 8.4min read
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Valrhona Chocolate Joins the Keylink Range!

Valrhona Chocolate Joins the Keylink Range!
We're proud to announce we're now official stockists of Valrhona chocolate!
Jul 2nd, 2023 | 7.4min read
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The Curious Case of The Crunchy Cacao Nib

The Curious Case of The Crunchy Cacao Nib
Introducing the versatile, delicious and nutritious cacao nib. Find out how to use this lesser-known superfood.
Apr 24th, 2023 | 8.4min read
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Craving a new colour? Say hello to Roxy & Rich!

Craving a new colour? Say hello to Roxy & Rich!
Meet the new kids on the block, Roxy & Rich, the coolest way to colour your chocolates and confections with coloured cocoa butter.
Apr 17th, 2023 | 7.8min read
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