Who is this bread choice for?

People planning a bread-based lunch

For parents and nursery staff who want to check that tiger bread is genuinely wholemeal and compare the nutritional information for different loaves.

Parents and staff managing dietary requirements

For anyone who needs to check the latest allergen information and the arrangements at their nursery before sending in bread.

People buying for a small or changing group

For anyone who wants to match the amount of bread to the number of people eating, and is weighing up a whole, half or part-baked loaf.

What should you look for?

What to consider What to check when buying Who it matters to
Wholemeal and fibre Look for the word ‘wholemeal’ on the packaging. If you’re comparing several loaves, check the fibre content per 100 g. When choosing bread for lunch, I want to know that I’m picking genuinely wholemeal bread, rather than judging by the tiger-crust pattern. For around 50% of consumers, whether it is wholemeal is the top priority.
Allergens and nursery policy Read the current ingredients list and allergen information, even if you’ve bought the product before. Ask about the nursery’s dietary arrangements. If a child has dietary requirements, I want to avoid sending in bread that conflicts with them. For around 30% of consumers, this is the main concern.
Portions and storage Compare whole and half loaves with the amount you expect to need. For part-baked bread, also check the preparation and storage instructions. When group numbers vary, I want to limit leftovers without needing to bake more bread than is practical on the day. Portion planning is therefore the main consideration for around 20% of consumers.

Common mistakes when choosing

  • Assuming the tiger crust means the bread is wholemeal

    The crust or colour doesn’t tell you whether the bread is labelled wholemeal. The product description is what matters when you want to choose wholemeal bread for lunch.

    Check the current packaging, and use the nutritional information per 100 g to compare the fibre content of different products.

  • Relying on an old allergen list

    Ingredients and allergen information can change. Albert Heijn also points this out in its online product information, so an old list shouldn’t be used to make a new decision about dietary requirements.

    Check the packaging of the bread you’re actually sending in, and discuss individual arrangements with the parents and the nursery.

  • Buying a whole loaf without a plan for leftovers

    If the number of children varies, you may end up with more bread than the group can use.

    Choose a loaf size based on how much you expect to need. The Netherlands Nutrition Centre advises freezing bread in portions as soon as you buy it if you want to use it later.

Brands and bread options to consider

Albert Heijn

Albert Heijn lists AH Tijger volkoren heel as a wholemeal tiger bread option.

  • A whole loaf to consider if the group’s bread consumption is predictable.
  • Albert Heijn says that ingredients, nutritional values and allergen information can change, so check the current packaging.

Jumbo

Jumbo lists Boeren Tijger Volkoren in its online bread range.

  • A named wholemeal tiger bread option to compare with other types of bread.
  • For a nursery lunch, check the packaging for the current ingredients, allergens and nutritional information of the loaf you choose.

PLUS

PLUS lists Korenlanders Boeren tijger volkoren 1/2 as a half, part-baked option.

  • PLUS lists 6,4 g of fibre per 100 g for this option; the half-loaf format is useful when you don’t need much bread.
  • According to the product information, this option contains wheat and barley. Also check the current allergen information and whether you can bake it at the nursery.

Lidl

Lidl has listed Tijgervolkoren heel vloerbrood as a promotional product.

  • The listed loaf is a whole loaf labelled as wholemeal tiger bread.
  • A promotional listing doesn’t confirm what’s currently in stock or the full ingredients, so check the packaging in store.

Dirk

Dirk lists a whole wholemeal hearth-baked loaf as an alternative if you don’t specifically need tiger bread.

  • Another type of wholemeal bread to consider if the crust isn’t a deciding factor.
  • This listed hearth-baked loaf isn’t confirmed as a wholemeal tiger bread option.

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Frequently asked questions

Is wholemeal tiger bread suitable for a nursery lunch?

It can be, as long as the current packaging identifies it as wholemeal and the bread fits the nursery’s dietary arrangements and food policy. The Netherlands Nutrition Centre lists wholemeal and brown bread as options for children’s meals. You should also check the allergens in the specific product.

Is wholemeal tiger bread gluten-free?

Wholemeal doesn’t mean gluten-free. The Korenlanders Boeren tijger volkoren 1/2 listed by PLUS contains wheat and barley, among other ingredients. If you’re following a gluten-free diet, check the current ingredients and allergen information for the bread you want to send in.

What nursery arrangements should I check?

Ask your nursery about its rules for packed lunches and individual dietary requirements. The Dutch Government lists food as a subject on which a childcare centre’s parent committee has the right to give advice. Ask your nursery about its practical arrangements.

How can I reduce leftover bread when group numbers vary?

Choose a whole or half loaf based on the number of people you expect to eat. If you want to use some later, the Netherlands Nutrition Centre advises freezing bread in portions as soon as you buy it and taking out only as much as you need each time.