Bakery Review - February - March 2022

In this issue

Bakery is the biggest component of Indian food industry. Still there are few women entrepreneur in this business segment. During the past two years, when pandemic affected the entire food sector, the bakery segment was not as badly affected. The lady bakery chefs remained true to their profession. The women chefs have covered the journey from homemakers to proficient and skilled home bakers and subsequently, professional bakers and bakery/pastry chefs. The cover story, on the International Women’s Day, views the progress and the success of the lady bakers in recent times.
With the Corona virus pandemic, which is more prone to infect people with people suffering from lifestyle diseases like diabetes, high blood pressure and obesity, the demand for healthy and functional bakery items like products which consists of multi grains, nuts and other healthy products has increased. The industry has to be constantly aware of the new trends and the changing preferences of the consumers. Business Story gauges the effects of the present crisis and how the bakers have to plan to deal with the changes.
The current issue of Bakery Review has once again reached almost to its post-covid level, with a wide range of features on Dairy, Ingredient, Product, Operations and Health & Safety.
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Pure Flour from Europe

Good flour is the basis of good dough (both sweet and savoury). Good flour is indispensable for your baking and cooking.

3 mins

Empowerment of Women in Bakery Industry - A Piece of Cake

The intrepid women have proved their mettle in almost all arenas. They have resolutely proved themselves as enterprising entrepreneurs in all industries, including the bakery segment of the food & beverage industry. From home bakers to capable industrialists, they have climbed the ladder of success and are speedily securing opportunities in what was once a male dominated segment – bakery business. The rise in female bakers in India is a testimony of the fact that they have the potential to successfully handle career as well as home by successfully harnessing technology and social media to improve their business. With more females entering the bakery industry, the sector is rapidly moving towards gender equality. Ashok Malkani, to commemorate the International Women’s Day, on March 8, views the progress and the success of the lady bakers in their endeavour to move from home baking to becoming owners of commercial conglomerates.

10+ mins

Getting Over Crisis

The sudden lockdowns during the pandemic, resulting in closure of operations and lack of revenue have affected many bakery business owners into dire situations. Some of them have been forced to take hasty decisions which have had long term impact on their business. It has to be realized that recovery from the current pandemic situation is going to be slow and painful. Tough times, prevalent at the moment, demand the bakers to look beyond regular situations and deal with difficult questions that need to be answered, to thrive. For survival and navigating through the crisis successfully bakers will need to understand the present situation and the impact the pandemic will have on their future business. They have to plan to tackle the situation as time progresses. Ashok Malkani tries to gauge the effects of the and how the bakers have to plan to deal with the problems as and when they arise.

8 mins

Cream Cheese

Cream cheese occupies a relatively small but important place among the many varieties of cheeses, in India, specially in bakery segment.

4 mins

Spread with Margarine

It's low cost and health value makes margarine a bakers delight. It is widely used in bakeries in making cookies, pastry dough, piecrust and main course dishes. Margarine can be used in breakfast, appetizers, side dishes, main entrees and desserts.

4 mins

Crossing over Croissants

Croissant fits the bill on any given day as a snack or as a breakfast item.

4 mins

Creative and Passionate about Bakery!

Chef Shaikh Shafique with an enriching experience of over a decade has worked across various brands and has carved a niche for himself in this industry as a game changer.

3 mins

Heeding To Safety Measures In Bakery

The bakery business has great potential for creativity but it requires sustained hard work and knowledge of the industry to reach success.

4 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.