June 2026 News and events

Welsh food and drink producers will take centre stage at one of the world’s most influential trade events later this month, as the Cymru Wales stand returns to the Summer Fancy Food Show in New York. Taking place from 28–30 June 2026, the Summer Fancy Food Show is North America’s largest specialty food and beverage exhibition, attracting more than 47,000 industry professionals and over 2,500 exhibitors from across the globe. The event provides a key...

Golden Road Gin, a premium Welsh dry gin from the Preseli Hills in Pembrokeshire, has been awarded a Gold Medal at the 2026 San Francisco World Spirits Competition, one of the world’s most respected spirits competitions. The award marks a major international milestone for Golden Road, an independent, founder-led gin created by husband-and-wife team Philip and Jennifer Wheeler. It places the Pembrokeshire brand among an international field of spirits recognised for exceptional quality, balance and...

Young people with an interest in the food and drink industry are being offered a unique opportunity to go behind the scenes at one of Wales’ largest events, the Royal Welsh Show. Welsh Government Sgiliau Bwyd a Diod Cymru / Food & Drink Skills Wales programme is inviting Expressions of Interest from individuals aged 18 and over to take part in an exclusive, immersive experience within the Welsh Government Food Division’s prestigious Business Lounge and...

Summer Fancy Food Show Exhibitor Invite The Summer Fancy Food Show brings together thousands of buyers, retailers, foodservice professionals, and media from across the United States and beyond. It is widely recognised as a key gateway into the US specialty food and drink market. By participating, you will benefit from: A cost-effective means of visiting the USA Be part of a collective Welsh presence under the Cymru/Wales banner Network and engage with key businesses and...