EST. 2003 · PRODUCED IN FRANCE
Artisan French
Fine Foods
for UK Independent
Retailers
We supply delis, farm shops, food halls and hamper companies across the UK with exceptional pâtés, terrines, tinned fish, soups and pantry goods – all ambient, all with full traceability, all made by artisan producers.
Twenty Years of
Artisan Excellence
Ballancourt Fine Foods is an independent family business that has spent over twenty years building relationships with exceptional artisan producers across Europe.
We source regional specialities including pâtés, terrines, rillettes, soups, mustards and condiments, supplying them to independent fine food retailers across the United Kingdom.
Every product uses traditional recipes, natural ingredients and full traceability. Ambient shelf life gives retailers practical flexibility with no cold chain required until opened.
What Sets Us
Apart
Independent retailers choose Ballancourt because we understand their market. We supply products that sell, at margins that work, with the quality credentials that discerning customers expect.
Preferred Pâté Supplier to Hundreds of UK Retailers
Over twenty years we have become the go-to supplier for independent fine food retailers across the UK. Our range is proven to sell in delis, farm shops and speciality stores.
High Meat Content, Genuine Recipes
Our pâtés and terrines are made with high meat content - typically 45% or above - using named cuts from traceable sources. These are genuine artisan products, not processed mousse.
No Artificial Preservatives or Colourings
Every product is free from artificial preservatives and colourings. Natural protein, traditional methods, honest ingredients - exactly what independent food retailers need to sell with confidence.
Ambient Storage - No Cold Chain Required
Produced using traditional sterilisation, our products store at ambient temperature until opened. This eliminates cold chain complexity and reduces waste - a genuine operational advantage for any retailer.
Own-Label Service Available
We offer a straightforward, free of charge, own-label service. Send us your logo as a JPEG and we handle the rest - label design, production, and delivery of ready-to-sell stock under your brand.
Full Traceability to Accredited Producers
Every product is fully traceable to accredited suppliers and production facilities. We know exactly where our food comes from, and we can tell your customers the same.
Twelve Categories of
Artisan Excellence
From duck pâté with Armagnac to scallop soup and balsamic mustard, the Ballancourt range spans premium artisan produce for independent retailers - organised just as you will find it in our brochure.
Farmhouse Pâté & Rillettes
Classic country-style pâtés made with high meat content and traditional recipes.
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Game Pâté & Rillettes
Bold, distinctive pâtés such as wild boar and venison. Made with high meat content and traditional recipes.
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Vegetable Terrines
Vegetable-led products with the same quality credentials as the wider range.
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Tinned Fish
Premium tinned fish from artisan producers.
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Fish Terrines, Soufflés & Rillettes
Premium seafood products, from lobster & crab terrines to soufflés ready to heat in their jar in the oven.
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Gift Selection Boxes
Curated gift sets and hampers for seasonal and all year-round gifting. Designed to create strong shelf appeal.
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Vegetable & Fish Soups
Premium ambient soups made with natural ingredients, free from preservatives and stabilisers, and packed in convenient glass jars - from refreshing gazpacho and rich French onion to indulgent lobster and classic leek & potato.
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Condiments: Mustards & Fish Sauces
Balsamic, Dijon, wholegrain and flavoured mustards for deli shelves. And the classic finishing touch to any fish dish with sauces such as beurre blanc.
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Vinegars, Pickles & Fats
Artisan vinegars with complex flavour. Cornichons and speciality salts ideal for charcuterie spreads and everyday cooking.
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Bone Broths
Premium bone broths with natural protein and long ambient shelf life.
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Cooked Meals in Jars
Gourmet cooked meals in glass jars, ambient and ready to heat and serve.
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Provençal Specialities
From premium speciality oils and snails, to select regional delicacies from Provence. A range that celebrates the finest traditions of French gastronomy.
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The Real Thing, Explained
Understanding what sets a genuine artisan pâté apart from the supermarket alternative helps retailers sell it confidently.
Traditional Pâté
High meat content, natural fats, herbs and aromatics create a richer texture and flavour.
Natural Appearance
White spots are natural fats settling as the product cools, a sign of authentic high-meat recipes.
Ambient Storage
Traditional sterilisation means no refrigeration before opening and less waste for retailers.
High Meat Content
Named ingredients and proper recipes help the product deliver on its promise.
Your Brand,
Our Expertise
Ballancourt offers a bespoke own-label service for independent retailers, farm shops, delis and food service operators. If you want to sell premium artisan produce under your own brand, we make it straightforward.
We supply the product, handle the label production, and deliver ready-to-sell stock. You build brand equity with your customers while benefiting from our twenty years of sourcing relationships with artisan producers across Europe.
The process is simple: choose your products, send us your logo as a JPEG, and we take care of the rest. There is no complex brief required, no lengthy design process, and no minimum commitment beyond the initial order.
Own-label products carry the same quality credentials as the Ballancourt range - full traceability, ambient shelf life, no artificial preservatives, and high meat content where applicable.
Step 01
Choose Your Products
Select from the full Ballancourt range - pâtés, terrines, soups, mustards, condiments and more. Mix and match to build a range that suits your customers.
Step 02
Send Us Your Logo
Simply send us your logo as a JPEG and we handle the rest. Our design team will produce label artwork in your brand colours and typography.
Step 03
Receive Your Range
Your products arrive labelled and ready to sell under your own brand. Minimum order quantities apply - contact us to discuss your requirements.
Already Working With Us
Ballancourt currently supplies own-label pâté products to several leading independent brands including Partridges and Parsons Nose Butchers. We understand what independent retailers need and how to deliver it consistently.
Getting the Best From
Your Ballancourt Products
All Ballancourt products are produced using traditional sterilisation and store at ambient temperature until opened. Here is how to store and serve each range for the best results.
Before Opening
Store in a cool, dry, shaded place at ambient temperature. No refrigeration required. Long shelf life - check best before date on lid.
Vacuum Seal
The lid will "pop" when the original vacuum seal is broken. This is a sign of freshness - if the lid does not pop, the seal was already broken.
After Opening
Refrigerate after opening. All products should be consumed within 48 hours of opening unless otherwise stated on the label.
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Best served chilled. Remove from the fridge 10-15 minutes before serving for the best flavour.
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Delicious spread on hot toast or crackers. Refrigerate after opening and use within 48 hours.
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Empty contents into a saucepan and cover with a lid.
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Heat very slowly for approximately 6 minutes. Do not boil.
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Refrigerate after opening and use within 48 hours.
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Store in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight before opening.
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Refrigerate after opening and consume preferably within 60 days.
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Serve as a condiment or cooking ingredient. The balsamic mustard is a particularly versatile accompaniment.
Get in Touch
How Can We
Help You?
Whether you are looking to stock Ballancourt products, create your own branded range, or simply find out more about what we offer, choose the option that best describes you below.
