Ducros Foodservice embraces Latin culture

With the global rise of authentic cuisines, Latin American culinary culture is now making its way onto French plates thanks to major players like Ducros Foodservice. For several years, the flavors of Latin America, fueled by the international success of açaí bowls, Venezuelan arepas, and Peruvian ceviche, have captivated foodservice professionals. Ducros Foodservice, constantly striving for innovation, seized this opportunity by launching two signature spice blends – a Peruvian blend and a rub blend – that celebrate the freshness, zest, and aromatic richness of these sun-drenched lands. These creations embody not only the authenticity and exoticism sought by chefs, but also a suitable response to current culinary trends, such as cooking over a wood fire. This movement is accompanied by a favorable context: the rise of Latin American street food festivals, the development of specialized retailers, and the growing enthusiasm of consumers for unique taste experiences. In this landscape, Ducros Foodservice, in partnership with other leading brands such as Knorr, Maggi, Tabasco, and Old El Paso, has established itself as an essential partner for professionals looking to incorporate the richness of Latin spices into their menus.

An immersion in Latin cuisine: spices and traditions revisited by Ducros Foodservice 🌎

Latin American cuisine is brimming with intense flavors and spice blends that tell the story of each region. Ducros Foodservice plays a vital role in sharing this culinary heritage throughout France, offering products tailored to the demands of professional chefs. The Peruvian blend, for example, combines freshness and acidity thanks to a blend of natural ingredients such as shallots, ginger, jalapeño peppers, and coriander. This formula offers unparalleled versatility, as it can be used both as a cold marinade and for hot cooking, making it ideal for enhancing ceviches, soups, or grilled meats.

• Furthermore, the more robust rub blend will particularly appeal to those who enjoy flame-grilling, a rapidly growing technique found in contemporary high-end kitchens. This blend utilizes spices such as cumin, coriander seeds, chipotle peppers, and smoked paprika, providing a fruity and smoky aromatic profile. The dry rub mix for meat creates a flavorful crust that intensifies the taste experience without requiring any additional fat.
• 🌶️ Peruvian Style Mix: balanced between freshness and acidity, ideal for ceviches and sauces.
• 🔥 Rub Mix: designed for cooking over a wood fire, it forms a fragrant and fruity crust.
• 🧄 Versatile Use: the mixes can be used hot or cold depending on the recipe.
• 👩‍🍳 Developed by the McCormick Foodservice R&D teams,

Size 185g 243g Flavor profileFresh, tangy, herbaceous

Fruity, smoky, spicy

These innovations are part of a broader trend observed since 2018 and confirmed for 2025: the sharing of cultures through cuisine, reflecting the growing influence of brands such as

El Tequito

• or Old El Paso , which also explore the richness of Latin flavors.
• Latin American festivals and events: a driver of culinary authenticity in France 🎉 Beyond mere indulgence, Latin American cuisine is a true cultural bridge. To better understand this enthusiasm, one must observe the proliferation of specialized festivals throughout the country. These events, such as those celebrated in Strasbourg or Rouen, highlight the culinary and cultural diversity of Latin America. The festivals offer a sensory immersion: dance, salsa music, a warm atmosphere, and above all, tastings of typical dishes like Mexican tacos, Venezuelan arepas, or Peruvian ceviche.
• These events serve as powerful catalysts, inspiring restaurateurs and chefs to authentically incorporate these flavors into their creations. Chefs draw inspiration from these experiences to refresh their menus, encourage the use of authentic spices, and bring the taste of the dishes served closer to their traditional origins. 🎭 Showcasing Latin American cultures
• through gastronomy and the arts. 🍴 Tastings and culinary workshops
• to discover the basics of popular Latin American cuisines. 💼 Opportunities for professionals

to forge partnerships and promote their products, particularly through Ducros Foodservice. 🎶 Musical and cultural entertainment for an immersive and festive atmosphere.

🌍 Intercultural exchange

Culinary workshops and demonstrations Puebla (Mexico)International Gastronomic Festival Traditional recipes and innovationsInternational meetings and networking

These events strengthen the position of Latin American cuisine in the French gastronomic landscape, in perfect synergy with the offerings of established brands such as

Ducros Foodservice

and

• McCormick Foodservice , which support professionals in this culinary adventure.
• How Ducros Foodservice is driving culinary innovation among chefs with its ethnic blends 🌟 Ducros Foodservice doesn’t just supply spices; it positions itself as a true catalyst for culinary innovation. Its Ethnic Blends range, already boasting over 25 varieties, draws on traditions from around the world – Asia, the Middle East, Africa, Europe, and of course Latin America – to offer chefs solutions that simplify preparation while guaranteeing limitless creativity. Flavor-rich blends save time and prevent flavor combination errors, which is crucial in professional catering. The integration of new Latin American products, such as the Peruvian blend and the rub mix, developed by the McCormick Foodservice R&D team, is highly anticipated and perfectly illustrates the brand’s ability to meet the expectations of a constantly evolving market.
• ⏳ Save time thanks to ready-to-use products.
• 🎨 Stimulate creativity with balanced and authentic flavor notes.
• 💡 Reduce the risk of errors in spice measurements and combinations.

Simplifies stock management and speeds up service Applying the rub to a piece of meat before grillingGuaranteed authenticity

Allows you to recreate traditional recipes without compromise

Using the Peruvian-style rub in ceviche

Versatile use

• Suitable for multiple types of cuisine (hot and cold) Incorporating the rub into a seasoned barbecue marinade This complementarity between technical innovation and cultural richness demonstrates Ducros Foodservice’s position as a true daily partner for chefs, an expertise reinforced by constant monitoring of trends, such as those reported by
• Tendances Restauration Current trends in Latin cuisine and the integration of Ducros Foodservice products 📊
• The Latin cuisine market is experiencing exponential growth in France. There is a marked enthusiasm for iconic dishes that emphasize simplicity, freshness, and a diversity of flavors. As a result, restaurants inspired by Mexican, Brazilian, or Peruvian cuisine are opening more and more locations.
• Ducros Foodservice understands this well and is adapting its offering by providing a variety of seasoning solutions that allow professionals to fully explore this rich flavor profile. Among the recommended practices: 🍽️ Use the Peruvian blend

to enhance salads, dressings, and raw fish. 🔥 Use the

Role of Ducros Foodservice 🌟

Rise of Latin American street food

New clientele, casual yet gourmet dishes

Offers spice blends tailored to the needs of food trucks and fast-casual restaurants.

• Increased demand for natural and authentic products. Rising consumption of fresh spices and herbs. Develops natural products, free from artificial colors and flavors.
• Growing interest in wood-fired cooking. Boosting flavors through smoke and technique. Designs blends like rub for direct cooking over embers.
• Professionals can thus combine innovation and tradition thanks to the expertise of Ducros Foodservice, which relies on the support of its global parent company, McCormick, to offer a complete range blending heritage and modernity. The role of chefs and the promotion of Latin spices in professional gastronomy 👩‍🍳 Chefs play a key role in the adoption and promotion of Latin spices in French establishments. They embody both culinary creativity and the ambassadorship of these long-overlooked or underestimated flavors. Integrating blends like those offered by Ducros Foodservice not only intensifies flavor profiles but also accelerates the creation of innovative dishes that perfectly meet diners’ expectations.
• Chefs can easily personalize their culinary offerings by using the Peruvian blend for fresh and light dishes, or the rub to add a smoky and spicy character to their grilled meats. This versatility is a powerful asset in the kitchen. 👨‍🍳 Personalize flavors
• with authentic and specific spices. 🕒 Optimize preparations

thanks to ready-to-use and versatile products. 🌍 Represent cultural diversity

by showcasing Latin American flavors in French cuisine.

• 📚 Train teams
  in the use of blends and in Latin American cooking.
• 
  🤝 Collaborate with suppliers
• like Ducros Foodservice to develop tailored offerings.
  
• At the same time, many professionals rely on specialized resources available on dedicated platforms, such as
  Latin Delights
• , to deepen their knowledge and enrich their culinary repertoire. The emphasis on these spices also resonates with the search for the health benefits of typical ingredients like cilantro, widely used in Latin cuisine, which is being discovered for its detoxifying and medicinal properties.
  Frequently Asked Questions about Integrating Latin Spices into Professional Catering ❓ What are the essential spices in the Latin cuisine offered by Ducros Foodservice?