Why We Have Partnered with Woods Foodservice - Honey for the HORECA Sector

Why We Have Partnered with Woods Foodservice - Honey for the HORECA Sector

When Honey & Greens launched our 3kg bulk honey buckets and 30g mini jars, we knew we needed a partner that shared our values: sustainability, quality, and real-world usefulness for professional kitchens. That’s why we chose to work with Woods Foodservice.

This partnership wasn’t just about distribution, it’s about aligning with a supplier that understands the daily realities of cafés, restaurants, hotels, and chefs who care about both flavour and sourcing.

Here’s why this matters to your kitchen.

1.   Shared Commitment to Sustainability 

Woods Foodservice has made sustainability a serious priority. They’ve been carbon neutral since 2021, with plans to become the UK’s leading Net Zero Contributor foodservice company by 2030. From solar-powered warehouses to electric delivery vans and recycled packaging, they’re actively lowering their environmental impact at every stage of their operation.

They’re also reducing packaging waste and building systems that run on renewable energy. Even surplus stock gets diverted to local food banks rather than sent to landfills.

At Honey & Greens, our values match. We work with responsible British beekeepers and source our honey from pristine areas across the UK. It’s raw, unprocessed, and sustainably harvested and traceable from hive to jar. So when you buy through Woods, you’re not just getting a product. You’re buying into a supply chain that cares.

2.   Trusted by the Best in Hospitality 

Woods Foodservice is a known name among some of the UK’s top chefs. They supply various Michelin-star restaurants and work closely with high-end hotels and fine dining establishments.

What does this mean for you? You’re sourcing honey from a distribution partner that’s already trusted by the best. That trust isn’t given lightly. It’s earned through consistent service, order accuracy, smart delivery windows, and tailored customer care.

If you’re a restaurant, café, or hotel kitchen looking to elevate your customer’s experience, the right supplier matters just as much as the ingredient itself.

3.   Bulk Honey for Premium Results 

You don’t need tiny jars when you’re making large-scale marinades or sauces. You need bulk honey that’s easy to scoop, drizzle, stir, and portion at scale. Our 3kg buckets are made with the realities of a busy kitchen in mind. 

These buckets help reduce the number of restocking orders you need to place, cut down on packaging waste, and allow you to work more efficiently. Whether it’s for baking, sauces, glazes, cocktails, or prep, this format works.

4.   Small Format That Still Feels Premium

For cafés, hotels, and boutique guesthouses, presentation matters just as much as taste. That’s where our 30g mini jars come in. They’re polished, portioned, and perfect for breakfast trays, room service, or tabletop use.

They’re small but they make a big impression. Mini jars elevate the breakfast experience, turning a standard spread into something thoughtful and premium. If you run a café that serves plated breakfasts or artisan toast menus, they’re a great fit. And if you’re part of a hotel’s F&B team, they offer quality and consistency in guest-facing moments.

5.   Our Honey Speaks the Language of Chefs

Chefs don’t just want honey, they want to know what it does on the plate. 

At Honey & Greens, every variety we offer meets the kind of criteria that professional kitchens care about:

●      Flavour profiles and pairing potential: Whether it's the earthy depth of our Organic Oak Honey for glazes or the zing of British Lemon Honey for dressings, our varieties are made to complement gourmet dishes—think cheese boards, roasted game, pastries, or premium teas.

●      Handling characteristics: Our honey behaves predictably in the kitchen. They’re minimally processed, which means chefs know when to expect a pourable drizzle versus a thicker spread. Many of them are stable under moderate heat, so they work well in sauces and marinades. 

●      Certifications and traceability: We are Soil Association certified, which means our organic honey meets some of the UK’s highest standards for sustainability, purity, and environmental care. Every jar is traceable to its origin. We never blend across regions or dilute with syrups. Head chefs know exactly what they’re serving, and where it came from.

●      Health-forward functionality: From antioxidant-rich lavender honey to the soothing kick of ginger, our products carry natural benefits that add another layer of appeal, especially when wellness is part of the menu story. 

Our honey is the kind that adds value to a dish, not just sweetness. And that’s exactly why we’ve partnered with Woods to get these chef-approved honey into the kitchens that care.

Why This Matters for You

If you’re a head chef, F&B manager, or café owner trying to balance flavour, cost, sourcing, and guest experience, here’s what this partnership delivers:

●      Bulk formats that make sense in your kitchen

●      Mini jars that elevate the guest experience

●      Sustainably sourced honey from pristine areas

●      A supplier trusted by UK Michelin-star chefs and restaurants

●      Easy ordering from a distribution partner that understands hospitality

Order Now

Our full range of honey, available in both 3kg buckets and 30g jars, is now available to order through Woods Foodservice.

If you’ve been looking for honey that’s as premium as your food, and as credible as your other ingredients, this is the place to start.

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