Specializing in supplying the Asian hospitality sector in the UK, the London wholesaler recently acquired Gatelands Supplies Ltd as part of its broader strategy to enhance its offerings within key segments of the hospitality industry.
With over twenty years of experience importing authentic Thai, Chinese, and Japanese products into the UK market, Gatelands boasts a highly skilled team and an extensive portfolio of around 300 Asian items.
Operating from Enfield, Gatelands provides a range of products including Japanese eggplant, banana leaves, bao buns, gyoza, ramen, noodles, and rice. Additionally, they offer exclusive items like Thai Food King Coconut Milk and Thai Majestic Jasmine Rice.
JJ Foodservice, with nationwide distribution and industry-leading e-commerce capabilities, currently serves over 100,000 registered customers, including restaurants, pubs, takeaways, schools, hotels, local authorities, and homes.
Recently expanding its services during the pandemic with the launch of JJ Home Essentials, JJ Foodservice has created a direct-to-consumer platform offering a diverse product range of more than 700 items.
Chief Sales Officer for JJ Foodservice, Baris Kacar, emphasized the benefits of acquiring Gatelands, stating, “By combining Gatelands’ expertise with our distribution network, we’re reinforcing our commitment to supporting the Asian restaurant sector. We are dedicated to growing our product range and expertise through strategic acquisitions.”
Meanwhile, Gatelands director Christopher Christofi mentioned, “With over 35 years of experience in the hospitality sector, JJ Foodservice is a leading industry player. With its expanded infrastructure across 12 locations, our customers will enjoy local collection, fast deliveries, and an extensive product range.”
