At tibits, the focus is on enjoyment. Every product we develop first has to satisfy our own demanding criteria in terms of freshness and flavour. The salads and sandwiches served in our restaurant are freshly prepared several times a day, as are the fruit juices. Our overriding aim is continuous improvement, and we use only the very best raw materials in our quest for absolute perfection and freshness.
Using seasonal produce is seriously important for us. A large part of our range is based on seasonal ingredients, which means we can buy in our raw materials at the peak of ripeness from domestic and European producers. Wherever possible, we avoid products from overseas if these can be substituted with equally good European products. Exceptions are exotic fruits and vegetables that cannot be sourced in Europe or Africa. We also use careful planning and smart logistics to avoid air transport and long overland journeys.
All the animal produce we use – milk products, cheese and free-range eggs – is organic quality. We use other organic products if the flavour and quality live up to our high expectations and if they are available in sufficient quantities. We make a point of using natural products that have been manufactured using only the best olive and rapeseed oils. These contain lots of omega 3 and 6 fatty acids, which make an essential contribution towards a healthy, balanced diet. We do not use genetically manipulated organisms or glutamates. And needless to say, products like sea salt, cane sugar, and top-quality, gluten-free ingredients like quinoa, millet, and buckwheat, as well as tofu and tofu derivatives which are prepared specially for us, are at the top of our shopping list.
All the ingredients in our products are clearly declared. On the labels at the food boat and on the counter the following abbreviations tell you about specific ingredients (to which some people are allergic): V = vegan, i.e. purely vegetable, O = egg, L = lacto, N = nuts, S = celeriac, G = gluten. Our staff will also be glad to tell you which products contain onions and garlic.