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17 March 2015

Discover Artisan Food Trail members' products at the Farm Shop & Deli Show 2015


We're pleased to confirm that several Artisan Food Trail members will be exhibiting at the Farm Shop & Deli Show at Birmingham's NEC on 20 – 22 April 2015.

This trade event is 'the place for people passionate about food' where all the big ideas, innovative suppliers and exciting products can be found.
For those businesses which are passionate about what they do, the Farm Shop & Deli Show is the perfect event for finding like-minded suppliers.

Meet over 400 suppliers, including several Artisan Food Trail producers, from the speciality food and drink sector.
There is also a live event programme enabling visitors to learn to maximise profit and understand key industry trends with lively seminars and debates from industry leaders.

The Artisan Food Trail members confirmed as taking part, so far, are:

Breckland Orchard
Breckland Orchard produce award-winning 'posh pop'. They make wonderful carbonated soft drinks with spring water as their base. No artificial colourings, flavourings or sweeteners. Stand R79

The Kandula Tea Company
Taking an innovative approach to create award winning bespoke and classic Ceylon Teas, plus Spiced Fruit & Herbal Infusions, from the island of Sri Lanka. Stand P85



TruffleHunter
A UK based family food business, sourcing truffles from their Sibillini Mountain location in Central Italy. Specialising in selling the absolute freshest high quality Italian truffles and truffle products. Stand V100

Womersley Fruit & Herb Vinegars
An artisan, family run vinegar producer and food brand.
The vinegars surprise first time tasters by exciting the taste buds in a way not usually associated with vinegar.
All recipes now have an even fruitier flavour perfect for a multitude of dishes and drinks. Stand V69

More information about the show here: farmshopanddelishow.co.uk

15 March 2015

Artisan Food Trail members exhibiting at IFE 2015


A number of Artisan Food Trail members will be exhibiting at the UK's largest food & drink event –  IFE 2015 at London's ExCel from 22nd – 25th March.

Named as the ultimate product sourcing event, IFE 2015 provides the opportunity to meet a huge variety of food and drink producers, keep up to date with the latest trends and network with the industry’s finest.

Large retailers, convenience stores, independents, wholesalers, distributors, hotels, cafes, restaurants or contract caterers, will find exciting products and innovative ideas to inspire their businesses.

Many of our AFT members are taking advantage of IFE 2015 to launch brand new products and the producers confirmed so far are:

Breckland Orchard
A boutique soft drinks company making a range of award winning drinks known as Posh Pop! All drinks are gently carbonated and contain no artificial colours or flavours. Stand N1120

Capsicana Chilli Co
Capsicana was founded in 2009 with a tremendous passion for chillies and Latin American cuisine. At IFE 2015 they will be launching their brand new and unique single use cooking sauce range. Stand N1111

Emmett's of Peasenhall
A family business that has been making ham and bacon since 1820. All production takes place behind the store in Peasenhall where the original smokehouses are situated. Stand N1167

Filbert's Fine Foods
Producers of award winning nut snacks using 100% natural ingredients and without the usual method of deep frying, making them a much tastier and healthier choice. Filbert's are always concocting new and exciting flavours so do stop by and try their new recipes. All snacks are gluten and dairy free, and suitable for vegetarians. Stand N1125

Fudge Kitchen
Meet the Fudge Kitchen team boasting over 30 years experience in producing luxury fudge items from silky smooth sauces to indulgent drinking fudge. Maker and retailer of luxury, gourmet fudge products. Handmade and hand decorated in small batches by experts. Stand N1368


Holy Lama Spice Drops 
Spice Drops are concentrated natural spice extracts, a convenient alternative to dry herbs and spices and exceptionally versatile in a wide variety of food, bakes and drinks (hot and cold). Stand N1480


TruffleHunter
A UK based family food business, sourcing truffles from their Sibillini Mountain location in Central Italy. Specialising in selling the absolute freshest high quality Italian truffles and truffle products. Stand N1626

For more information about the event visit: www.ife.co.uk