Blas Cymru / Taste Wales

Meet an industry under one roof | 3000 Product showcase | 200 NEW product ranges | |Time efficient - Diary system to arrange short introductory meetings | Food & Drink Wales expert knowledge to help to identify suitable suppliers

Blas Cymru / Taste Wales was launched in 2017, with subsequent events held biennially in 2019, 2021 and 2023.
It has become a signature event organised by the Welsh Government for the Welsh food and drink industry bringing producers, suppliers, buyers and food industry professionals together, from across the world.
The event has seen great economic growth and success, nationally and beyond, for businesses and the industry.

Blas Cymru / Taste Wales has evolved, and to allow it to grow, it has been divided into two separate events:
1. Blas Cymru / Taste Wales 2025 - Meet the supplier, which will be held at the International Convention Centre Wales, Celtic Manor, Newport on the 22-23 October 2025.

2. Blas Cymru / Taste Wales Conference 2024, which took place on the 24th October at Venue Cymru, Llandudno

Information for Buyers - Retail and Foodservice

Wales has undertaken multi million pound investment in food and drink production capabilities and capacity.

The Welsh Government Food & Drink Wales team have designed the Blas Cymru /Taste Wales event for professional buyers from retail, foodservice, hospitality - also developers and chefs.

Key event highlights include:

Meet an industry under one roof - participation from SALSA and BRCGS accredited companies
Focus on innovation with 200 new product ranges showcased
3000 product showcase with buyers able to browse independently
Time efficient - Diary system to arrange short introductory meetings
Access Food & Drink Wales expert knowledge to help to identify suitable suppliers
Rising Star Marketplace - connect with up and coming suppliers

Information for Welsh food and drink businesses

Blas Cymru / Taste Wales is the flagship event in Wales for the sector. Showcase your products to leading industry buyers from retail and foodservice, network with key players in the food and drink industry, as well as discover innovative products and trends.
To participate companies are required to be a Wales based food and drink manufacturing business which has achieved and maintains a minimum of BRCGS or Salsa or an equivalent accreditation.

Registration

For further information or to register to attend please e-mail: foodanddrinkwales@mentera.cymru