Handcrafted artisan marshmallows, made in small batches in Yorkshire
Location: Leeds, Yorkshire
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Our Story
John Short and his partner Bec have spent thirteen years eating their way around the globe together, with regular trips to Glastonbury thrown in for good measure. Marshmallows started out as pure curiosity. In 2017, not long after buying their first house, John made a batch of vanilla mallows for a summer housewarming and toasted them over the fire pit. The difference in taste and texture compared to anything shop bought was obvious straight away.
Life got busier before it got mallow focused again. Their daughter Florence arrived in October 2018, and spare time all but vanished. Then in 2019, friends Lora and Dave asked John to make marshmallows for their festival wedding, 250 guests worth. Between a full time job, a baby and a kitchen that couldn't keep up, it was such a huge task that John swore he'd never make another marshmallow again.
The pandemic changed that. John lost his job as a chef, and with evenings spent at forest school toasting marshmallows round a fire pit with Bec, he couldn't resist letting everyone try the proper homemade version. Word got round fast, and the feedback was just as good as before.
By 2022, Florence was three and in daycare a couple of days a week, and John had spent five years quietly perfecting a recipe and technique for the softest, fluffiest marshmallow he could make. Wanting a job that fit around family rather than the other way round, and with support from his parents and the keys to a small premises, Mallowdramatic was born in April 2022.
Meet The Team
Mallowdramatic is run by founder John Short, a former chef who spent five years perfecting his marshmallow recipe before turning it into a business. His partner Bec, a fellow foodie, and their daughter Florence have been part of the journey from the very first batch, made for their own housewarming back in 2017.
How It's Made
Every marshmallow is handcrafted in small batches in Yorkshire, hand cut daily and made fresh to order, so orders take between 3 and 5 working days to be crafted and dispatched.
Made from scratch
Ingredients are prepared from scratch wherever possible, right down to Mallowdramatic's own vanilla extract, giving each batch a depth of flavour you won't get from shortcuts.
Not suitable for vegetarians or vegans
Mallowdramatic marshmallows contain beef gelatine, so they aren't suitable for vegetarians or vegans. Full allergen information is listed clearly on every product page.
Shelf life
Each marshmallow has a shelf life of between 6 and 8 weeks from the date it's hand cut, though they rarely last that long once opened.
Sustainability
Everything is made fresh to order in small batches, which keeps waste to a minimum, and ingredients are prepared from scratch in house rather than relying on pre-made mixes or shortcuts.
Awards
Five Great Taste Awards, Best Confectionery in Yorkshire 2025 and a Gift of the Year Finalist placing, alongside interest from some of the UK's most prestigious retailers.
Where You'll Find Us
Mallowdramatic trades at events and festivals across Yorkshire, including appearances at Temple Newsam, alongside a growing list of retail stockists as interest from major retailers continues to build.
FAQs
What is the shelf life of Mallowdramatic marshmallows
Between 6 and 8 weeks from the date they're hand cut.
Are they vegetarian or vegan friendly
No, they contain beef gelatine, so they aren't suitable for vegetarians or vegans. Allergen information is listed on every product page.
When will I get my order
Every marshmallow is made fresh to order in small batches, so please allow 3 to 5 working days for handcrafting and dispatch.
Where are they made
Every marshmallow is handcrafted in small batches in Yorkshire, using ingredients prepared from scratch, including their own vanilla extract.
