Sponsored: Wales has a strong culinary heritage rooted in tradition and shaped by its diverse landscape, from rugged coastlines to fertile pastures that produce premium-quality ingredients.
A clear focus on provenance and sustainability has earned Welsh producers consistent recognition, including 146 awards at the 2025 Great Taste Awards, with 98 one-star, 40 two-star and eight three-star wins.
Welsh food and drink is also gaining momentum internationally. The Middle East and North Africa is now its second-largest export market after the EU, with £64 million in exports recorded in 2024. Overall exports have grown by 47% since 2019, reinforcing Wales’ reputation for quality. This demand was reflected at the recent Blas Cymru / Taste Wales trade event, which generated more than £45 million in potential sales over two days.
With St David’s Day on 1 March approaching, it’s an ideal moment to explore what Welsh producers can offer, from PGI Welsh Lamb to acclaimed cheeses and a wide range of drink products.
Here are some of the many Welsh ingredients you can currently choose from in the market:
PGI Welsh Lamb
Welsh sheep and lamb farming form a fundamental part of the history, heritage, and culture of Wales. Welsh lamb is not just a product or a farming practice. It is a way of life and an integral part of the rich Welsh agricultural tapestry. All PGI Welsh lamb is reared on Welsh farmland with high animal welfare standards and full traceability.
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Golden Hooves Cheese
Golden Hooves is a Welsh cheese company making artisan cheeses from milk sourced on regenerative farms. The focus is on small-scale, sustainable farming with high standards for animal welfare and the environment. Each cheese is handmade in small batches, producing distinct flavours and quality, from soft, creamy varieties to more robust, aged options that reflect the Welsh landscape.
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Lovemore Free From Foods
Lovemore makes gluten- and wheat-free biscuits, cakes, and baked goods in a dedicated allergen-controlled factory in the UK. Operating for over 60 years as Welsh Hills Bakery, the brand exports worldwide and maintains strict testing to keep gluten below 20 parts per million. Its products aim to replicate traditional favourites while remaining free from allergens.
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Rachel’s Organic Dairy
Rachel’s Dairy is an organic producer with over 30 years of experience making award-winning yoghurt and dairy products. Using milk from Welsh farms where cows graze freely, the brand combines traditional methods with modern techniques to create rich, creamy textures and authentic flavours. From natural and flavoured yoghurts to cream, Rachel’s products are crafted with care while supporting sustainable farming.
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Hilltop Honey
Hilltop Honey is one of the UK’s leading honey producers, offering everything from traditional wildflower honey to exotic varieties like Manuka. The company sources honey from local Welsh beekeepers as well as international suppliers, with a focus on sustainability and protecting bees and their habitats. Known for purity and quality, each jar contains honey that is natural and additive-free, making Hilltop Honey a trusted name both in the UK and abroad.
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Snowdonia Cheese
Snowdonia Cheese Company produces handcrafted, small‑batch cheeses in North Wales using high‑quality natural ingredients. Best known for its Black Bomber, the company has built an international following with varieties matured in slate caverns, flavoured cheddars, and a range of chutneys and accompaniments that highlight strong Welsh provenance.
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Calon Wen
Calon Wen is a small co‑operative of organic family farms across Wales. The co‑op produces a range of organic milk, cheese and butter, all made from cows grazed on clover‑rich pastures. Their range includes extra‑mature, mellow and spreadable butters, with a strong emphasis on simple, sustainably produced organic dairy.
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Halen Môn / The Anglesey Sea Salt Company
Halen Môn produces hand‑harvested PDO‑certified Anglesey Sea Salt, celebrated for its pure, clean flavour and signature flake texture. Made on the edge of the Menai Strait, their salt is produced through a meticulous process that filters and evaporates seawater, resulting in crystals used by chefs worldwide. The company also has a wide range of flavoured and smoked salts.
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Caws Cenarth
Caws Cenarth is an artisan Welsh cheesemaker founded in 1987, rooted in a six‑generation family cheesemaking tradition. Based in west Wales, they are known for award‑winning cheeses such as Perl Las, Perl Wen, and Golden Cenarth, all made by hand using organic milk and traditional techniques.
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Dragon Cheese
The Dragon brand is produced by South Caernarfon Creameries, Wales’ farmer‑owned dairy co‑operative that uses 100% Welsh milk to craft traditional and cave-aged cheddars. Their range includes Mature Welsh Cheddar, Vintage Welsh Cheddar, Cavern Platinum Aged Welsh Cheddar, Cavern Ruby Aged Welsh Red, with some cheeses aged in slate caverns in Harlech to deepen flavour and texture.
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Llaeth y Llan
Llaeth y Llan is a family‑run dairy based in North Wales, producing thick, creamy yoghurts in a variety of flavours. Made using Welsh milk and traditional methods, their yoghurts have earned a loyal following for their homemade quality and wholesome taste. The brand remains firmly rooted in its rural community while continuing to grow its presence across the UK.
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Lobster Pot Seafood
The Lobster Pot is a respected Anglesey seafood producer specialising in ethically sourced lobster, crab and shellfish. With deep ties to local fishing traditions and the surrounding marine environment, the business focuses on freshness, sustainability and high‑quality Welsh seafood. Its catch is prized by restaurants and retailers for its premium taste and reliable traceability.
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Village Bakery
Village Bakery is an award‑winning Welsh bakery known for its craft‑led approach to breads, rolls, crumpets and speciality baked goods. With a focus on traditional recipes, slow fermentation and high‑quality ingredients, the bakery blends innovation with heritage. Its products are widely distributed, and the business is recognised for its sustainability credentials and community roots.
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Cradoc’s Savoury Biscuits
Cradoc’s produces artisan savoury crackers and biscuits handmade in Wales using vegetables, herbs and natural ingredients. Known for imaginative flavour combinations and small‑batch quality, the brand is a favourite among independent retailers and cheesemongers. Their biscuits provide a vibrant, contemporary twist on traditional savoury snacking.
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Edwards of Conwy
Edwards of Conwy is an award-winning Welsh butchery known for premium, high-quality meat products. The brand blends traditional craft butchery with modern production standards, using British-sourced meat to create authentic flavours.
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Tregroes Waffles
Tregroes Waffles is a much‑loved West Wales bakery producing traditional Dutch‑style waffles filled with rich caramel. Handmade in small batches, their waffles are known for their indulgent sweetness.
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Radnor Preserves
Radnor Preserves makes award-winning artisan marmalades, jams, and chutneys in small batches using natural ingredients. Based in Mid Wales, the brand is known for its creative flavours, including botanical-infused preserves, while staying true to traditional methods. Each jar highlights flavour, provenance, and craftsmanship.
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Tŷ Nant Water
Tŷ Nant is known for its distinctive cobalt-blue and red bottles, filled with naturally pure mineral water from the Welsh Cambrian Mountains. Celebrated for its design and premium appeal, the water’s clean, refreshing taste complements its iconic presentation.
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For more information on the Welsh food and drink industry and opportunities to collaborate, visit: gov.wales/foodanddrinkwales.