Ramadan Tables Are Set Safely with Metro Türkiye

Metro Turkey , which shares the journey of its products from the moment they undergo regular analysis and inspections until they reach the shelf with complete transparency thanks to its traceability system, has recently started offering traceability for its Metro Chef branded processed meats as well.

Metro Türkiye, which meets all the needs of both professional chefs and those who have their own kitchens with its rich product range, continues its efforts to protect food safety by intensifying during Ramadan.

Metro Turkey Purchasing Director Hamit Baykal stated that for 35 years they have been serving the food and beverage sector, bringing products that meet their customers' needs to their shelves with a focus on quality and reliability . He said, “The quality journey of the food and non-food products we bring to consumers begins with supplier selection and monitoring of production from the very beginning. To give an example from the meat and processed meat group, which is most consumed during Ramadan, the first step of our inspections is taken at the farms. Here, the suitability of the feed, water, and environment used for human health and compliance with the law, their traceability, and the suitability of hygienic conditions are checked. Afterwards, we proceed by covering all microbial, adulteration, chemical, and physical parameters, including pesticide and GMO analyses, which vary according to the product group. We conduct our periodic analyses more frequently for risky products such as meat, fish, processed meat, deli products, and cheese.”

“Traceability” Started for Metro Chef Branded Processed Meat Products

Baykal , emphasizing the great importance of traceability systems in protecting food safety and quality, stated, “We offer 100% traceability for over 3.500 products, including fresh meat, fish, honey, fruits and vegetables, our own-brand organic products, geographically indicated products, and various types of olive oil. Finally, we are starting to offer traceability for Metro Chef branded processed meat products. Through the QR code on the labels of processed meat products such as sirloin, beef pastrami, and sausage, which have high consumption during Ramadan, our customers can access information such as the veterinary health report, place of production, list of product ingredients, allergen information (if any), energy and nutritional values, food safety inspection certificate, and product analysis.”

Every Batch of Food Packages is Analyzed

With only a few days left until the Ramadan tables will be blessed not only with the most delicious dishes but also with the power of sharing, Metro Turkey is analyzing each batch of its food packages consisting of 40 different products in accredited laboratories. Offering its customers three different food packages consisting of basic food products that will help set delicious tables for iftar and sahur at advantageous prices, Metro Turkey has also prepared a special option consisting of its own brand Aro products this year.

 Geographically Indicated Iftar Foods Add Value to Tables

Metro Turkey, which has adopted the mission of carrying Turkish cuisine and culture into the future, carries products with geographical indications from all around our country to its shelves with the belief that this can only be achieved by supporting local products. Offering more than 600 products with geographical indications depending on the season, from fruits and vegetables to breakfast foods, from legumes to desserts, Metro Turkey brings iftar foods such as İzmir Tulum Cheese, Ezine Cheese, Boğatepe Kars Gravyeri and Gemlik Olives to the tables under the Metro Chef brand. It also brings all kinds of flavors from Karacadağ Rice to Taşköprü Garlic, from Aydın Chestnut to Bayramiç Halva to Ramadan tables.

Source: HORECA TREND and Metro Turkey