Who is this choice relevant to?

Organisers catering for a range of guests

You don’t want to assume that everyone has the same preference. Offering white and wholemeal tiger bread gives guests a choice between two clearly labelled varieties.

Organisers who want to offer wholemeal bread

You’re looking for bread that is clearly labelled as wholemeal and want to compare the fibre content per 100 g. If any guests have allergies, also check the ingredients and allergen information for the variety you choose.

Planners buying bread in advance

You want to have enough bread in reserve without putting it all out on the buffet at once. Storage instructions, loaf size and whether portions can be frozen will help you plan.

What should you look for when choosing?

First decide which types of bread you want to offer your guests. Then compare the labels for each variety and plan how much bread you’ll need before and during the buffet.

What to consider What to check when buying Who is this most important to?
Both white and wholemeal Check that both loaves are explicitly labelled as white or wholemeal. Give each its own place and name on the buffet. If I don’t know my guests’ bread preferences, I want to be able to offer both types. For around 40% of consumers, the choice between white and wholemeal comes first.
Wholemeal and fibre Read the product description and compare the fibre per 100 g in the exact varieties you’re considering; a dark crust doesn’t mean the bread is wholemeal. I want to serve recognisably wholemeal tiger bread and know what the label says. For around 30% of consumers, choosing wholemeal is the main priority.
Allergens and information Check the current ingredients and allergen information for each loaf, and keep that information available at the buffet. If guests need to ask about ingredients, I want to be able to give them a clear answer for each type of bread. This is the main concern for roughly 20% of consumers.
Buying and storage Check the loaf size, availability at your shop and the storage instructions for the variety you choose. If I shop before the wedding day, I want to store spare bread properly rather than put it all out at once. For around 10% of consumers, this planning takes priority.

Common purchasing mistakes

  • Assuming brown bread or tiger bread is wholemeal

    The colour and tiger crust don’t tell you whether the bread is wholemeal. For the Jumbo varieties reviewed, Jumbo lists 7.5 g of fibre per 100 g for Boeren Tijger Volkoren and 2.3 g per 100 g for Boeren Tijgerbrood Wit.

    Check the wording on the packaging before labelling a loaf as wholemeal on the buffet.

  • Relying on a shop’s range being available later

    A loaf you see while planning may not be available at the same shop on the day you buy it. This can make a fixed choice of bread for a one-off buffet risky.

    Check that your preferred white and wholemeal varieties are available shortly before you shop, and choose an alternative in advance if necessary.

  • Throwing away the packaging before the buffet

    Ingredients and allergens can vary between bread varieties. Without the current packaging, it’s harder to give guests accurate product information.

    Keep the packaging, make a separate note of the information for each type of bread, and use separate tongs or bread knives to reduce the risk of mix-ups.

  • Putting all the bread out at once

    Bread left on the table for a long time can dry out. According to the Netherlands Nutrition Centre, you can freeze wholemeal bread in portions as soon as you’ve bought it.

    Put bread out in batches and store any spare loaves according to the instructions for the variety you’ve chosen.

Brands to compare

These brands have tiger bread varieties that have been reviewed and may help you choose between white, wholemeal and brown bread. Always compare the label on the loaf you’re actually buying.

Albert Heijn

Albert Heijn offers a wholemeal loaf and a separate white tiger bread variety.

  • AH Tijger volkoren heel is described as a wholemeal wheat loaf and lists 6.7 g of fibre per 100 g and iodised salt.
  • Albert Heijn says that ingredients, nutritional values and allergen information may change. So check the packaging of the loaves you buy.

Jumbo

Jumbo provides separate product information for Boeren Tijger Volkoren and Boeren Tijgerbrood Wit.

  • For the wholemeal variety reviewed, Jumbo lists 7.5 g of fibre per 100 g, compared with 2.3 g per 100 g for the white variety.
  • Before shopping, check that both loaves you want are available at your shop or for delivery in your area.

PLUS

PLUS Korenlanders Boeren tijger volkoren is also available as a 400 g half loaf, for anyone looking for a smaller wholemeal option.

  • This variety lists 6.4 g of fibre per 100 g and, according to PLUS, can be frozen at home on the day of purchase.
  • Check the product information and availability of the variety you choose at your shop.

ALDI

ALDI describes both Boeren tijger volkoren heel and Boeren tijger bruin heel.

  • The wholemeal variety reviewed is described as pre-sliced; according to ALDI, the brown variety has a tiger crust.
  • Don’t assume the brown variety is wholemeal without checking the label, and read the allergen information on the packaging.

Dirk

At Dirk, Bakker van der Akker Boeren tijger bruin heel is a brown tiger bread variety to consider alongside white and wholemeal options.

  • The product description mentions a tiger crust and a brown interior.
  • Don’t label this bread as wholemeal on the buffet unless the packaging confirms it; also check the ingredients and allergens.

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Frequently asked questions

Should I serve both white and wholemeal tiger bread at a wedding buffet?

Yes, if you’re expecting a range of bread preferences and want to offer both types. Check that the wholemeal loaf is labelled as such and label the varieties separately. The Jumbo white and wholemeal tiger breads reviewed also differ in fibre content per 100 g.

How should I store wholemeal bread bought in advance?

If you plan to serve it later, it’s best to freeze wholemeal bread in portions as soon as you buy it. The Netherlands Nutrition Centre recommends keeping wholemeal bread in a kitchen cupboard for 2 to 4 days or in the freezer for 1 to 3 months. Also follow the use-by date and storage instructions on the packaging.

How should I provide allergen information at the bread buffet?

Keep the current allergen information for each type of bread available and make it clear which information applies to which loaf. The Netherlands Food and Consumer Product Safety Authority requires information about allergens present when unpackaged foods are offered to consumers. Use the packaging for the bread you’ve chosen as your reference.