Sponsored: At Gulfood 2025, fifteen Welsh food and drink companies will represent Wales under the Cymru Wales banner, aiming to boost exports and expand their presence in international markets
One of the world’s largest and most influential food and beverage exhibitions is set to take place from 17-21 February 2025 at the Dubai World Trade Centre, featuring over 5,500 exhibitors from more than 190 countries. This global event provides a vital platform for showcasing cutting-edge food innovations, building business partnerships, and addressing key industry challenges. Welsh food and drink exports, which reached £202m to non-EU countries in 2023, have found a growing audience in the Middle East, with exports to the UAE rising to £13m, an impressive increase of £4.3m since 2019.
Wales boasts a rich culinary heritage that blends centuries-old traditions with modern innovation. Its diverse landscapes, from rugged coastlines to fertile pastures, provide an abundance of high-quality ingredients. With a strong commitment to sustainability and provenance, Welsh food producers create exceptional products such as PGI Welsh Lamb, Traditional Welsh Caerphilly Cheese PGI, and Anglesey Sea Salt PDO.
As St David’s Day draws near, Welsh food and drink take centre stage with traditional dishes like cawl and bara brith, alongside award-winning contemporary products that are celebrated worldwide. With a growing presence in international markets, particularly the Middle East, Wales continues to share its unique blend of quality, tradition, and innovation on a global scale.
Welsh Companies Attending Gulfood 2025
Dairy Hall (A2-24)
Calon Wen Dairy Produce Ltd
Calon Wen is an organic dairy co-operative formed by 25 family-run Welsh farms, all committed to producing top-quality milk and dairy products. Situated in the lush, green fields of Wales, their cows graze on organic grass, which results in milk and dairy products that are rich in flavour and packed with nutrients. From creamy butter to smooth milk, Calon Wen prides itself on producing products that are as good for the land as they are for the people who consume them. The cooperative has a strong commitment to sustainability and ethical farming practices.
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Castle Dairies Ltd
Castle Dairies is a Welsh company that has built its reputation on crafting exceptional butter, using only the highest-quality milk sourced from Welsh farms. The company has deep roots in traditional butter-making techniques while focusing on modern production methods that uphold its commitment to quality and sustainability. Their award-winning butter is produced from grass-fed cows in the heart of the Welsh countryside, ensuring a product that is creamy, full of flavour, and rich in texture. With a focus on quality and innovation, Castle Dairies is proud to deliver products that are both delicious and ethically produced.
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Dairy Partners Limited
Specialising in mozzarella and pizza cheese, Dairy Partners is renowned for producing high-quality, stretchable cheeses perfect for pizza and other culinary uses. Sourced from the best Welsh milk and produced using state-of-the-art techniques, their cheeses are the result of years of refinement and commitment to excellence. Their mozzarella is loved by foodservice professionals for its texture, meltability, and mild, fresh flavour. With a focus on international markets, Dairy Partners seeks to bring the best of Welsh dairy to global customers, all while maintaining the highest standards of craftsmanship and sustainability.
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Rachel’s Dairy
Rachel’s Dairy is an organic dairy company with over 30 years of experience in producing award-winning yoghurt and dairy products. They are known for their commitment to using only the finest organic milk, sourced from Welsh farms where cows graze freely in lush pastures. Rachel’s yoghurts are made with a blend of traditional methods and innovative production techniques, ensuring a rich, creamy texture and authentic flavour. From natural to flavoured yoghurts and cream, Rachel’s products are crafted with care and passion, creating a product that is not only delicious but also supports sustainable farming.
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International Hall (S1/B10)
Hilltop Honey Limited
Hilltop Honey is one of the UK’s leading honey producers, offering a diverse range of honey, from traditional wildflower honey to more exotic varieties such as Manuka. Sourcing honey from both local Welsh beekeepers and across the globe, Hilltop Honey is committed to sustainability and ethical sourcing practices, ensuring the protection of bees and their habitats. Their products are known for their quality, with each jar containing honey that is pure, natural, and free from additives. With a strong emphasis on quality control, Hilltop Honey is a trusted name in the honey industry, both in the UK and internationally.
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Hybu Cig Cymru (Welsh Lamb)
Hybu Cig Cymru, a Welsh lamb and beef promotion body, works to enhance the quality and global reputation of Welsh lamb. Recognised for its Protected Geographical Indication (PGI) status, Welsh lamb is known for its tender texture, rich flavour, and exceptional quality. Hybu Cig Cymru supports local farmers by promoting sustainable farming practices and ensuring that Welsh lamb meets the highest standards of welfare and quality. The company works closely with international markets, striving to increase the global presence of Welsh lamb, a premium product that has earned its place as a delicacy in many countries.
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Mornflake Mighty Oats
Mornflake has been milling oats for over 350 years, making it one of the longest-established oat producers in the UK. With a commitment to providing high-quality, nutritious oats, Mornflake’s products include everything from traditional oatmeal to instant oat-based meals. The company is proud of its heritage, and it focuses on sustainability, using local grains from British farms. Mornflake is also a leader in innovation, continuously working to offer a range of oat products that suit today’s busy, health-conscious consumer. Their oats are known for their versatility, whether used in breakfast dishes, baking, or smoothies.
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What’s Cooking?
What’s Cooking? offers a wide variety of ready-made, high-quality meals designed for the modern, on-the-go consumer. Each dish is created with the finest ingredients, emphasising convenience without compromising on taste or nutrition. From wholesome curries to vibrant salads, their meals cater to a range of dietary preferences, ensuring that every product is as delicious as it is easy to prepare. Committed to sustainability, What’s Cooking? focuses on reducing food waste and sourcing ingredients responsibly, providing consumers with a brand they can trust.
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Cwmfarm Charcuterie
Cwmfarm Charcuterie specialises in creating a range of premium cured meats, including their renowned biltong and traditional Welsh sausages. Handmade with care and expertise, Cwmfarm’s products are produced using the finest Welsh ingredients, ensuring an authentic and flavourful taste. The company is deeply committed to supporting local farming communities and using sustainable practices in every aspect of production. With an eye on international markets, Cwmfarm Charcuterie seeks to bring the rich, savoury flavours of Welsh charcuterie to consumers worldwide.
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Golden Hooves
Golden Hooves is a Welsh cheese company that produces artisan cheeses made from milk sourced from cows raised on regenerative farms. They focus on small-scale, sustainable farming, with a strong emphasis on animal welfare and the environment. The company’s cheeses are crafted by hand in small batches, ensuring exceptional quality and distinctive flavours. Golden Hooves offers a range of cheeses, from soft, creamy varieties to more robust, aged options, each one reflecting the character of the Welsh landscape where it is made.
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Ocean Bay Seafoods Ltd
Ocean Bay Seafoods is dedicated to providing the finest seafood from Welsh waters, including sustainable mussels, oysters, and clams. The company is committed to maintaining the highest standards of sustainability and quality in every product they offer. Working closely with local fishermen and shellfish farms, Ocean Bay Seafoods ensures that their products are harvested responsibly and are of the highest quality. With a focus on traceability and ethical practices, Ocean Bay Seafoods is a trusted supplier for the global seafood market.
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Penderyn Distillery
Penderyn Distillery has earned an outstanding reputation for producing world-class Welsh whisky. Their distilling process is unique, and their range of whiskies has earned multiple awards for its quality, craftsmanship, and innovation. Known for their smooth, rich flavour profiles, Penderyn whiskies are made using locally sourced ingredients, including water from the Brecon Beacons National Park. The company is passionate about innovation and is continuously expanding its offerings to meet the evolving tastes of global whisky lovers.
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Princes Group
For generations, families have turned to Princes for delicious options at breakfast, lunch, or dinner. From tuna and peach slices to corned beef and orange juice, Princes offers a diverse range of tasty, high-quality food and drink products designed to support healthier eating and fit into busy lifestyles. With nearly 150 years of experience, their dedication to delivering high-quality, delicious, nutritious, and affordable food remains unwavering.
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Welsh Lady Preserves
Welsh Lady Preserves is a family-run business established in 1966, now in its third generation, known for using open copper-bottomed pans and manual cooking methods to ensure consistent quality. They source only the finest ingredients, avoiding additives, preservatives, or colouring, and have won the Supreme Champion title twice at the Great Taste Awards. The company sells its award-winning products under the Welsh Lady brand in the UK and internationally, and also works with businesses on private label products and bulk ingredients.
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For exclusive tastings, demonstrations, and to connect with the Welsh food and drink industry, visit the Cymru Wales Pavilion (S1/B10) at Gulfood 2025. Here, visitors will have the opportunity to experience a selection of the finest Welsh food and drink products as part of the Blas Cymru / Taste Wales roadshow.
This is an exceptional chance for buyers, distributors, and food professionals to explore the best of Wales and forge lasting business relationships with the country’s top producers. Don’t miss the opportunity to discover the future of Welsh food and drink at Gulfood 2025!
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To find out more about Welsh food and drink, visit: gov.wales/foodanddrinkwales.
