With a 450% increase in searches for ‘Korean fried chicken near me’, Santa Maria says it’s clear that Korean food is not just a passing trend—it’s a culinary movement. Santa Maria’s new, easy-to-use and versatile range captures the essence of K-food, enabling chefs to easily unlock Korean dishes.
Suitable across all dayparts, the products are designed for out-of-home (OOH) operators – including casual dining, QSR, pubs & bars and on-the-go outlets – as well as contract caterers in both education and workplace sectors. The product range is vegan and lactose-free.
Barny MacAdam, development chef at Santa Maria Foodservice, said: “We're thrilled to introduce our new range of Korean products at a time when the UK's appetite for K-food is at an all-time high. Our mission is to empower chefs and operators to unlock a world of flavour and create exceptional dining experiences.
“And this new range will help them do just that by tapping into one of the most exciting culinary trends of this generation. Whether in a casual dining setting, a quick service restaurant, or a workplace canteen, these products offer the quality and convenience needed to meet consumer demand and keep them coming back for more."
The five new products include:
- Black Pepper Soy Sauce: A balanced combination of umami-rich soy, strong black pepper, fruity sweetness from pear and a hint of garlic
- Fermented Chili Sauce: Hot chili with balanced sweetness and a tangy hint of lime
- Fermented Soy & Chili Paste: Umami-rich soy paired with mild chili heat, fruity sweetness and balanced acidity
- Chili & Sesame Seasoning: Nutty sesame seeds, zing of garlic, spiciness from red chili, subtle sweetness and rich umami
- Kimchi Paste Chili & Garlic: Strong chili flavours, notes of garlic, acidity from vinegar and fruity lime