Ideation Digital
7th Nov, 2025
As summer heats up, so does demand for refreshing drinks. From busy beachfront kiosks to bustling cafés and quick-serve restaurants, frozen beverages remain a top seller across South Africa and Africa. But behind the colourful slush machines and fruity flavours lies a logistical challenge that many businesses overlook: the environmental and financial cost of…
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Ideation Digital
30th Sep, 2025
In the food and beverage industry, one of the most consistent challenges is balancing product quality with operational efficiency. Whether you’re running a café, restaurant, or quick-service outlet, the risk of product wastage, refrigeration costs, and supply chain disruptions can directly affect your bottom line.
That’s where powdered mixes, like Designblends’ soft serve range,…
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Ideation Digital
22nd Jul, 2025
Running a food business in today’s fast-paced market means constantly juggling product consistency, customer satisfaction, cost control, and speed of service. Whether you’re managing a café, restaurant, takeaway outlet, or mobile food truck, the pressure to deliver high-quality items quickly, without increasing overhead, can be intense.
That’s where versatile powder mix solutions come into…
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Ideation Digital
22nd Jul, 2025
In the hustle of fast-paced kitchens, dessert prep often takes a back seat. Whether you’re running a busy café, managing a hotel buffet, or serving at scale in a restaurant, one thing remains true: customers expect indulgence and consistency, without delay.
That’s where Designblends Mousse Powder Mixes come in. Our premium mousse solutions…
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Ideation Digital
9th Jul, 2025
As the chill of winter sets in, your customers start craving more than just a meal - they seek warmth, comfort, and a reason to linger. This is where winter beverages shine. From the creamy embrace of a cappuccino to the spiced richness of a chai latte or the nostalgic sweetness of a hot chocolate,…
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3rd Apr, 2025
Empowering Food Distributors with Premium Products and Market-Leading Solutions.
The food distribution industry plays a crucial role in connecting high-quality food products with cafés, restaurants, ice cream shops, and other food businesses. To meet the growing demand for premium desserts and beverages, food distributors must partner with reliable suppliers who offer top-tier…
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11th Mar, 2025
Frozen yoghurt has become a popular and versatile menu item for hospitality businesses, particularly in regions with warm climates. Its refreshing qualities, combined with its adaptability and health-conscious appeal, make it a standout choice for restaurants, cafés, and dessert shops. Offering frozen yoghurt allows business owners to cater to a broad audience, enhance…
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Ideation Digital
29th Jan, 2025
As summer temperatures rise, refreshing slush drinks can be the perfect addition to your menu. Designblends offers a selection of six slush flavours: blueberry, raspberry, orange, mango, bubblegum, and passion fruit, each ideal for creating memorable, cooling beverages that appeal to diverse tastes.
This guide explores the popularity of slush in warm climates, flavour uniqueness,…
Ideation Digital
11th Dec, 2024
In the competitive world of ice cream retail, selecting a dependable supplier is essential to maintain quality, innovate flavours, and grow a loyal customer base. Designblends stands out as a trusted supplier, offering tailored solutions for ice cream businesses, from soft serve to gelato.
This article explores the benefits of partnering with Designblends, focusing on their…
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Ideation Digital
3rd Dec, 2024
As temperatures rise and summer approaches, the demand for cold, refreshing desserts such as soft serve ice cream and gelato skyrockets. For food businesses, this seasonal change offers a golden opportunity to boost profitability and attract more customers. By incorporating soft serve and gelato into your menu, you not only…
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Ideation Digital
23rd Oct, 2024
As the cold winds of winter gradually give way to the warmth of spring, businesses across Africa and especially in regions near the equator are gearing up for a season of change. The spring season heralds the beginning of warmer days, bringing with it an increased demand for refreshing, cold treats like soft serve and…
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Ideation Digital
4th Oct, 2024
At Designblends, our expertise extends beyond our existing product list. With a dairy technologist and a bakery expert on our team, we are well-equipped to design and develop custom powder blends tailored to your specific needs.
Whether you are looking for an ice cream product or a bakery premix not listed among our offerings, we invite…
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