Beau’s

Beau's Gelato, founded in 2015 by Joseph and Sam, operates in the plant-based dessert market, offering a range of vegan gelato products. The company's inception was driven by Joseph's personal experience with a dairy intolerance, which led him to create a dairy-free dessert that did not compromise on taste or texture, leveraging his background in food science. The initial product development took place in his parents' kitchen, and after gaining traction at local farmers' markets, the business was formally established.

The company's product line consists of gelato made from a base of cashew milk, which is sweetened with unrefined sugars. Beau's Gelato targets both direct consumers (B2C) through its online store and business clients (B2B) within the foodservice industry, including restaurants, hotels, and caterers. For its B2B clients, the products are supplied in formats suitable for professional kitchens, such as 5-litre Napoli pans. The business model relies on the sale of these premium, plant-based gelato products across both channels. A key aspect of their strategy is a focus on sustainability, with initiatives like using 100% renewably powered kitchens and recyclable packaging.

Significant milestones for Beau's Gelato include winning multiple Great Taste Awards, which has provided third-party validation of its product quality. In 2021, the company undertook a crowdfunding campaign on the Seedrs platform, successfully raising over £400,000 to scale its operations. This capital was intended to expand its direct-to-consumer offerings, invest in marketing, and grow its team. The company positions itself as a provider of high-quality, 'feel-good' gelato that caters to a growing consumer demand for plant-based and sustainably produced food options. Keywords: vegan gelato, plant-based dessert, food service supply, direct-to-consumer, dairy-free, sustainable food, cashew milk, B2B food, artisan gelato, Great Taste Awards