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Exhibiting at Foodex Japan 2025

Tokyo
11 Mar - 13 Mar, 2025

Product Offerings

Product Categories:

Fine baked goods, Desserts, Confectionery and snack products, Frozen baked goods

Products:

Biscuits: Authentic Crunchy Cookies

Cakes & Pastries: Coconut Stars, Jam Slices, Frangipanes

Macarons: Sweet Delicacies

Frozen Desserts: Profiteroles, Eclairs

American Bakery: Chewy Cookies, Fudgy Brownies, Decorated Donuts

Product Gallery:

Chocolate chip cookie

Chocolate chip cookie

Chocolate macarons

Chocolate macarons

Mini cream puffs with bag inside

Mini cream puffs with bag inside

Popiroll

Popiroll

Poppies Bakeries: A Global Leader in Premium Bakery Products

Company Overview

Founded in 1976, Poppies Bakeries has grown into one of the most respected bakery manufacturers in the world. Headquartered in Zonnebeke, Belgium, the company specializes in producing authentic biscuits, pastries, frozen desserts, and American-style bakery products. With a strong commitment to quality, tradition, and innovation, Poppies Bakeries supplies its products to over 60 countries across retail, foodservice, and private-label markets.

Over the past four decades, the company has expanded through strategic acquisitions and investments in advanced production facilities, ensuring efficiency and consistency in its product offerings. Today, Poppies Bakeries operates multiple production sites across Belgium, France, the United Kingdom, and the United States.

Product Portfolio

Poppies Bakeries offers an extensive selection of baked goods, categorized into key product segments:

Biscuits:

  • Authentic Crunchy Cookies – Traditional European-style biscuits made using time-honored recipes.

Cakes & Pastries:

  • Coconut Stars – Moist and flavorful coconut-based pastries.
  • Jam Slices – Sweet, fruit-filled delicacies.
  • Frangipanes – Buttery almond pastries with a smooth texture.

Macarons:

  • Classic French Macarons – Delicate, colorful, and handcrafted for premium quality.

Frozen Desserts:

  • Profiteroles – Light choux pastry filled with rich cream.
  • Eclairs – Classic chocolate-glazed pastry filled with custard or whipped cream.

American Bakery:

  • Chewy Cookies – Soft-baked cookies in various flavors.
  • Fudgy Brownies – Rich, chocolatey, and indulgent.
  • Decorated Donuts – Eye-catching, sweet treats with various toppings and glazes.

Competitive Advantages and Unique Selling Points

Poppies Bakeries sets itself apart with:

  • Authentic European Craftsmanship – Over 45 years of expertise in traditional European baking techniques.
  • Global Reach & Market Leadership – Presence in 60+ countries, supplying supermarkets, cafés, airlines, and hospitality brands.
  • State-of-the-Art Manufacturing – Multiple BRC- and IFS-certified production facilities across Belgium, France, the UK, and the USA.
  • Private Label and Customization – Ability to develop tailor-made bakery products for leading retailers and foodservice brands.
  • Sustainability Commitment – Focused on responsible sourcing, eco-friendly packaging, and carbon footprint reduction.

Certifications and Compliance

Poppies Bakeries adheres to the highest industry standards, ensuring quality, food safety, and sustainability. The company holds:

  • BRC (British Retail Consortium) Certification – Ensuring food safety compliance for global retail markets.
  • IFS (International Featured Standards) Certification – Guaranteeing excellence in food manufacturing.
  • UTZ & Rainforest Alliance Certified Cocoa – Supporting sustainable cocoa farming.
  • RSPO (Roundtable on Sustainable Palm Oil) Certification – Using certified sustainable palm oil.

Global Distribution and Market Presence

With a strong international supply chain, Poppies Bakeries exports products to North America, Europe, Asia, and the Middle East, serving:

  • Supermarkets & Retail Chains – Private-label and branded offerings in major grocery retailers.
  • Foodservice & Hospitality – Supplying hotels, restaurants, airlines, and catering companies.
  • E-commerce & Direct-to-Consumer – Expanding into online bakery retail.

Annual Performance & Shipment Data:

  • Over 300 million bakery products produced annually.
  • Exporting to 60+ international markets.
  • Multiple high-capacity production sites ensuring fast and scalable supply.

Sustainability and Corporate Responsibility

Poppies Bakeries actively integrates eco-friendly and ethical practices across its production and supply chain:

  • Eco-Friendly Packaging: Using biodegradable materials and reducing plastic waste.
  • Carbon Footprint Reduction: Investing in energy-efficient baking equipment and logistics optimization.
  • Sustainable Ingredient Sourcing: Partnering with ethical suppliers for cocoa, palm oil, and flour.
  • Waste Reduction: Implementing zero-food-waste policies and innovative production efficiency programs.

Customer Testimonials

  • "Poppies Bakeries' macarons are consistently among the best in the market—perfectly textured, authentic, and beautifully crafted." – Leading European Pastry Distributor
  • "Their American-style cookies and brownies have been a major hit in our stores. Exceptional quality, always fresh, and well-received by customers." – Global Retail Chain
  • "A reliable bakery partner with outstanding service. Their frozen eclairs and profiteroles are a staple in our hospitality business." – International Airline Catering Manager

Major Achievements

  • 45+ years of baking expertise, blending tradition with modern innovation.
  • 300+ million bakery items produced annually, supplying major global markets.
  • Operations in 60+ countries, with a strong presence in Europe, North America, and Asia.
  • IFS & BRC certified production facilities, ensuring global food safety compliance.
  • Commitment to sustainability, achieving 100% sustainably sourced cocoa and palm oil.

Poppies Bakeries remains at the forefront of the global bakery industry, delivering premium-quality baked goods with a focus on authenticity, sustainability, and innovation.