Great Taste Book 2018-19

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GREAT TASTE BOOK 2018–19

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DISCOVER AWARD–WINNING FINE FOOD & DRINK

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CONTENTS This year’s edition of our annual guide to Great Taste is packed with top quality food and drink.

ABOUT GREAT TASTE 4 LONDON & SOUTH EAST ENGLAND 6 EAST ANGLIA 30 THE MIDLANDS 36 NORTH OF ENGLAND 48 SOUTH WEST ENGLAND 64 REPUBLIC OF IRELAND 72 NORTHERN IRELAND 80 WALES 86 SCOTLAND 94 WORLD FLAVOURS 104

It features more than 130 pages, showcasing a wide selection of 2018’s award-winners.

It’s broken down into geographical sections, opening with profiles of each regional Golden Fork winning producer.

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Editor: Michael Lane Art Director: Mark Windsor Layout: John Loasby Photography: Richard Faulks Profile Writer: Patrick McGuigan Production: Tortie Farrand, Claire Powell Advertising: Sally Coley, Becky Haskett, Ruth Debnam, Nick Crosley Publisher: John Farrand Published by Guild of Fine Food Ltd, 23b Kingsmead Business Park, Shaftesbury Road, Gillingham, Dorset SP8 5FB UK t: +44 (0)1747 825200 © The Guild of Fine Food Ltd 2018. Every effort has been made to ensure the details contained in the listings are correct. The Guild of Fine Food cannot accept responsibility for errors or omissions. Reproduction of whole or part of this publication without the publisher’s prior permission is prohibited. The opinions expressed in articles and advertorials are not necessarily those of the editor or publisher.

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GOLDEN FORK WINNER | Terra Rossa | Baba’s Rashi & Dibis

Based on a treat whipped up for breakfast by her father, this sweet tahini and molasses spread is a true taste of Terra Rossa founder Hanan Samara’s Middle Eastern childhood hen Hanan Samara was a little girl she would sometimes wake early to the clink and clank of pots and pans as her ‘baba’ (father) pottered in the kitchen. The comforting noise was a sure sign that she was in for a treat for breakfast – warm bread covered in her father’s special tahini and date molasses spread, better known as rashi & dibis.

“My dad was diabetic and really shouldn’t have eaten sweet stuff, but it’s so delicious he couldn’t resist,” she says. “He used to get up early in the morning to make some so we wouldn’t catch him. I’ve always been an early riser so would get up and make it with him.”

Tahini mixed with molasses and spices is a kitchen cupboard staple throughout the Middle East, where every family has their own slightly different way of making it. The recipe for Baba’s Rashi and Dibis is a closely guarded secret – it’s all in the blend of

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spices, says Samara – which has already had Great Taste success, winning three stars in 2012. This latest version has been upgraded with sesame seeds for added crunch.

Hanan’s family were originally from Palestine, but were displaced to Iraq in 1948, where she was born, and then forced to flee again to England in 1969. Having spent most of her life as a computer programmer, she set the business up in 2005 with the aim of introducing the foods and flavours from her childhood to a wider audience (Terra Rossa is the Biblical name for the Levant), first importing olive oil and

MY DAD USED TO GET UP EARLY IN THE MORNING TO MAKE, SOME SO WE WOULDN T CATCH HIM zaatar spice mix and then making her own products.

Baba’s Rashi and Dibis is made in small batches of up to 500 jars in the commercial kitchen at Sutton Cricket ground, which Hanan hires out on a regular basis.

“Nobody was doing anything with our beautiful products from the Middle East, so I thought I would introduce them here,” she says. “This was a long time before Ottolenghi. It’s amazing just how popular Middle Eastern food has become.” terra-rossa.com HOW TO USE IT: Great spread on warm bread like peanut butter, but Rashi & Dibis is also delicious stirred into porridge or custard with bananas.

Alternatively, mix with soy sauce as a marinade for chicken or drizzle on ice cream with nuts.

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NILGIRI MAO FENG ★★★ BELLEVUE TEA bellevue-tea.co.uk WHAT IS IT? A new and unique green tea made to order in small batches.

WHAT CAN I DO WITH IT? Best served on its own, this tea offers delicious soft fruit notes that will convert any non-green tea drinker.

WHERE CAN I GET IT? Online

CHOCOLATE HAZELNUT ICE CREAM ★★ CREAM LAB WHAT IS IT? Rich and velvety chocolate hazelnut ice cream made with Estate Dairy milk, Callebaut milk chocolate and 100% pure hazelnut paste.

WHAT CAN I DO WITH IT? It’s perfect on waffles and pancakes with caramelized hazelnuts and honeycomb.

WHERE CAN I GET IT? Locally

OTHER GREAT TASTE AWARDS (2018):

Salted Pistachio ★ Persian Delight ★ Chai Latte ★

COMMUNITY BLEND ★ CRICKLEWOOD COFFEE ROASTERS cricklewoodcoffee.co WHAT IS IT? The Community Blend is a combination of specialist seasonal Coffee from Brazil and China.

WHAT CAN I DO WITH IT? These beans are best ground for and served as a filter coffee.

WHERE CAN I GET IT? Locally, Online

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PALEO KALE BREAD ★★ CRU8 cru8foods.co.uk WHAT IS IT? This nourishing bread is grain-, gluten- and dairy-free. It’s also low in sugar and carbs, too.

WHAT CAN I DO WITH IT? Top with smashed avocado, smoked salmon and poached eggs for breakfast. Use it in open-faced sandwiches for lunch.

WHERE CAN I GET IT? Regionally, Locally, Online

OTHER GREAT TASTE AWARDS (2018): Paleo Original Bread ★

ORGANIC ARTISAN GREEN LENTIL, SWEET POTATO & SPINACH DAAL ★ DAALICIOUS® artisandaal.com WHAT IS IT? An organic green lentil, sweet potato & spinach daal, home-made with love in London.

WHAT CAN I DO WITH IT? Savour Daalicious® alone or serve with brown rice. It’s also great with sea bass.

WHERE CAN I GET IT? Locally

CRAVE GLUTEN FREE CHOCOLATE CHIP COOKIE DOUGH ★★ DOUGHLICIOUS doughlicious.co.uk WHAT IS IT? This gluten-free dough is made with no artificial ingredients and your chocolate chip cookies will be ready after just 10-12 minutes in the oven.

WHAT CAN I DO WITH IT? Serve the cookies warm and gooey, straight from the oven – just how we like them!

WHERE CAN I GET IT? Nationally

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CLASSIC SPICY KIMCHI ★★ EATEN ALIVE eatenalive.co.uk WHAT IS IT? A punchy mixture of spicy, fermented Chinese leaf and vegetables – carefully hand-prepared in London.

WHAT CAN I DO WITH IT? Kimchi is eaten with every meal in its native Korea. Try it with eggs, avocado, in a salad or tossed though vegetables and fried rice.

WHERE CAN I GET IT? Regionally, Locally, Online OTHER GREAT TASTE AWARDS (2018):

It’s Alive - Fermented Scotch Bonnet Sauce ★★ Classic Mild Kimchi ★

WILD CHERRY SORBETTO ★★★ FABULOUS ICE FIRES icefires.london WHAT IS IT? This sorbetto features dark and red sweet cherries from Kent, sour cherries from Germany and wild Amarena cherries from Italy.

WHAT CAN I DO WITH IT? Serve on its own as a starter or dessert or as an accompaniment with other sweet or savoury dishes.

WHERE CAN I GET IT? Regionally

OTHER GREAT TASTE AWARDS (2018):

Nocciola Piemonte IGP Gelato ★★ Il Re Cioccolato Gelato ★★ Mascarpone Gelato ★★

NATURAL INDIAN TONIC WATER ★★ FRANKLIN & SONS franklinandsons.co.uk WHAT IS IT? A delicate blend of sparkling spring water and natural botanical flavours with quinine and cinchona bark extract.

WHAT CAN I DO WITH IT? A perfect mixer for a range of premium spirits, all enjoyed best over large cubed ice.

WHERE CAN I GET IT? Internationally

OTHER GREAT TASTE AWARDS (2018):

Natural Light Tonic Water ★ Wild Strawberry & Scottish Raspberry with Cracked Black Pepper ★★ British Dandelion & handpicked Burdock with Star Anise ★

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PORK,PRAWN,CHIVE & EGG DUMPLINGS ★ FRESHASIA FOODS freshasia.co.uk WHAT IS IT? The most authentic Chinese dumplings, these combine the traditional chive and eggs with fresh pork and prawns.

WHAT CAN I DO WITH IT? Unpack them straight from frozen and into boiling water. Ready to eat after 6 minutes.

WHERE CAN I GET IT? Regionally

OTHER GREAT TASTE AWARDS (2018):

Pork & Coriander Dumplings ★ Mustard & Bamboo Shoot Bun ★ Mushroom & Green Vegetable Bun ★

ORGANIC CHICKPEA PUFFS - SWEET & SMOKIN'★ HIPPEAS SNACKS hippeas.com WHAT IS IT? Crunchy sweet and smokin’ chickpea puffs. Baked, vegan, organic, gluten-free and lowcalorie.

WHAT CAN I DO WITH IT? Packed with protein and fibre, Hippeas make the perfect on-the-go snack.

WHERE CAN I GET IT? Internationally

RAW CARAMEL HONEY FROM FYLINGDALES MOOR (YORKSHIRE) ★★ HIVE & KEEPER hiveandkeeper.com WHAT IS IT? A raw honey from bees taken to Fylingdales Moor, with natural flavours reflecting the flora of the moor.

WHAT CAN I DO WITH IT? Works well eaten straight on bread or with yoghurt. But also good in baking and marinades, because of its strong flavour, which appeals to chefs.

WHERE CAN I GET IT? Online

OTHER GREAT TASTE AWARDS (2018):

Raw Fruity Honey From Yew Tree Lakes, Sussex ★ Fruity Honey From Maidenhead, Berkshire ★ Raw Spicy Honey From Petworth, Sussex ★

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RAW ORGANIC RED GUMBO LIMBO HONEY FROM MEXICO ★ LATIN HONEY SHOP latinhoneyshop.com WHAT IS IT? A tantalising honey made by bees that feed on the nectar from red Gumbo Limbo trees growing in Mexico’s Sierra Madre mountains.

WHAT CAN I DO WITH IT? Delicious straight from the spoon and sublime smeared on cheese but heavenly when garnishing yoghurt or ice cream. It’s also great in meat marinades.

WHERE CAN I GET IT? Internationally, Nationally, Online OTHER GREAT TASTE AWARDS (2018):

Raw Organic Pacific Moho Tree Honey From Mexico ★★ Raw Organic Golden Pilosa Honey From Mexico ★ Raw Pacific Avocado Honey From Mexico ★

CHOCOLATE & OLIVE OIL CAKE ★★ MARNIE SEARCHWELL HANDMADE CAKES marniesearchwell.com WHAT IS IT? Gluten- and dairy-free, this cake is made with organic cocoa, ground almonds and extra virgin olive oil.

WHAT CAN I DO WITH IT? Serve a slice with a cup of coffee, or dress it up for dessert with fresh raspberries and crème fraîche.

WHERE CAN I GET IT? Nationally, Regionally, Locally, Online

COCONUT MERINGUES ★★ MERINGUE O MANIA meringueomania.com WHAT IS IT? Unique melt-in-the-mouth mini meringues, made with natural ingredients and naturally gluten-free.

WHAT CAN I DO WITH IT? Perfect as a snack with tea or coffee, a light sweet treat on its own, or for decorating mousse and ice cream desserts for added texture.

WHERE CAN I GET IT? Nationally, Online OTHER GREAT TASTE AWARDS (2018): Cardamom & Dark Chocolate Meringues ★

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MYDORABLE BLACKCURRANT FRUITPRINTS ★★ MYDORABLE mydorable.com WHAT IS IT? These gelatine-free fruit jellies contain no less than 62% blackcurrant.

WHAT CAN I DO WITH IT? A nice treat to serve with a hot drink after a meal but they’re also a fine addition to an afternoon tea spread.

WHERE CAN I GET IT? Nationally

MOUNTAIN MINT ★ NAZANI TEA nazanitea.com WHAT IS IT? A completely different genus of mint, Nazani’s wild mountain mint makes for an elegant and uniquely warming tea.

WHAT CAN I DO WITH IT? Mountain mint may be drunk hot or ice cold, and can also be used in mocktails, cocktails and recipes.

WHERE CAN I GET IT? Internationally, Nationally, Regionally, Locally, Online OTHER GREAT TASTE AWARDS (2018):

Olive Leaf ★

FOREST BLEND ★ PERKY BLENDERS COFFEE ROASTERS perkyblenders.com WHAT IS IT? Roasted to a darkness suitable for espresso, this coffee offers notes of cocoa, hazelnut and orange.

WHAT CAN I DO WITH IT? This seasonally and sustainably sourced blend is designed to taste great with most brew methods, with or without milk.

WHERE CAN I GET IT? Internationally

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HONEYCOMB CRUNCH MILK CHOCOLATE ARTISAN BAR ★★ ROCOCO CHOCOLATES rococochocolates.com WHAT IS IT? Crunchy honeycomb pieces in a silky smooth 40% cocoa milk chocolate bar.

WHAT CAN I DO WITH IT? You’ll find it hard to resist this classic tuck shop special of crunchy honeycomb in rich milk chocolate.

WHERE CAN I GET IT? Internationally, Nationally, Locally, Online

OTHER GREAT TASTE AWARDS (2018):

Sea Salt Organic Milk Chocolate Artisan Bar ★ Dusted Scorched Almonds ★ Moroccan Mint Organic Dark Chocolate Artisan Bar ★

PEPPERMINT CREAM - OOLONG TEA ★★ ROQBERRY roqberry.com WHAT IS IT? A naturally creamy Oolong tea, balanced with cacao and peppermint.

WHAT CAN I DO WITH IT? Enjoy brewed up on its own, or serve alongside a pan-fried Dover sole with pea tartare for a wonderful food-pairing experience.

WHERE CAN I GET IT? Regionally, Locally, Online OTHER GREAT TASTE AWARDS (2018):

Sushi & Spice - Green Tea ★ ★ Jasmine Dragon Pearls - Green Tea ★★ Masala Chai - Spiced Black Tea ★

ORGANIC 4 SEED & MIXED FRUIT RUSKS ★ RUSKUITS ruskuits.co.uk WHAT IS IT? A nutritious double-baked snack with organic seeds and vine fruits.

WHAT CAN I DO WITH IT? Enjoy a rusk with your favourite hot beverage or have one by itself. To dunk or not to dunk?

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WHERE CAN I GET IT? Nationally, Locally, Online

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GREEN TEA & PEACH ★ TEAS teas.co.uk WHAT IS IT? This green tea is expertly balanced with peach to create a smooth and vibrant everyday blend.

WHAT CAN I DO WITH IT? Perfect hot or iced.

WHERE CAN I GET IT? Nationally, Online OTHER GREAT TASTE AWARDS (2018):

Darjeeling 2nd Flush ★★ Matcha ★ Earl Grey ★

CHOCOLATE CLOUD ★★★ TEA SHIRT TAILORED REFRESHMENTS tea-shirt.co.uk WHAT IS IT? A naturally caffeine-free tea blend, combining green rooibos, cocoa shells, broken cocoa cores, cornflower blossoms and flavouring.

WHAT CAN I DO WITH IT? Use 1tsp of loose Chocolate Cloud per cup. Pour over boiling water, cover and steep for 5-8 minutes.

WHERE CAN I GET IT? Locally, Online

OTHER GREAT TASTE AWARDS (2018):

Pu Erh Royal Palace Organic ★★★ Wu Lu ★★ Choco Assam ★★

EARL GREY STRONG ★★ TEAPIGS teapigs.co.uk WHAT IS IT? A strong black tea with delicate Darjeeling and fancy bergamot. It’s an Earl Grey but with wallop!

WHAT CAN I DO WITH IT? Infuse teapigs’ plastic-free tea “temple” in boiling water. Brew for 3+ minutes. Drink with a slice of lemon. No milk.

WHERE CAN I GET IT? Internationally

OTHER GREAT TASTE AWARDS (2018):

Tung ting oolong ★★ Mao feng green tea ★ Super fruit ★

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CASHEW BUTTER BLONDIES WITH COCONUT BLOSSOM SYRUP, GINGER & CHOCOLATE ★ THE CONSCIENTIOUS COOK theconscientiouscook.co.uk WHAT IS IT? This gooey and decadent artisan blondie is made with gluten-free ingredients and no refined sugar.

WHAT CAN I DO WITH IT? Whether you’re in a café, at a company meeting or throwing a dinner party, this is a perfect free-from alternative treat. Serve it straight from the fridge or at room temperature.

WHERE CAN I GET IT? Locally, Online

LOTUS CLARITEA - RELAX & FOCUS ★ THE LEAF COLLECTIVE theleafcollective.co.uk WHAT IS IT? A yoga-inspired, meditative blend of organic chamomile, lavender, valerian and lemon balm. Designed to relieve tension, ease anxiety, and promote concentration.

WHAT CAN I DO WITH IT? Enjoy this organic tea tonic hot or iced for a daily dose of healing botanicals to complement your mind, body and emotions.

WHERE CAN I GET IT? Nationally, Regionally, Locally, Online OTHER GREAT TASTE AWARDS (2018):

Mountain Stabilitea - Cleanse & Comfort ★ Moon Serenitea - Calm & Balance ★

LAVENDER,ROSEMARY & LEMON KOMBUCHA ★★ WILD FIZZ KOMBUCHA wildfizzkombucha.com WHAT IS IT? A sparkling organic tea with live cultures, infused with real flowers and herbs.

WHAT CAN I DO WITH IT? Best served chilled, either on its own or with some great gin.

WHERE CAN I GET IT? Nationally, Online OTHER GREAT TASTE AWARDS (2018): Ginger, Turmeric & Black Pepper Kombucha★

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ORGANIC SELF RAISING WHITE FLOUR ★★ DOVES FARM dovesfarm.co.uk WHAT IS IT? A fine, white flour, milled from organic soft wheat varieties with added raising agents.

WHAT CAN I DO WITH IT? This organic self-raising flour is perfect for making deliciously light homemade cakes.

WHERE CAN I GET IT? Nationally, Regionally, Locally, Online OTHER GREAT TASTE AWARDS (2018):

Organic Malthouse Flour ★★ Organic Wholemeal Rye Flour ★ Organic Wholemeal Emmer Flour ★

FREEE BY DOVES FARM GLUTEN FREE SPONGE MIX ★ FREEE BY DOVES FARM dovesfarm.co.uk WHAT IS IT? This quick and easy sponge mix is free from gluten, milk and peanuts.

WHAT CAN I DO WITH IT? In just a few steps – and by adding eggs and oil – this sponge mix makes one layer cake or 12 cupcakes.

WHERE CAN I GET IT? Online

OTHER GREAT TASTE AWARDS (2018):

FREEE by Doves Farm Gluten Free Brown Bread Flour ★ FREEE by Doves Farm Buckwheat Flour ★

NATURAL CACAO NIBS ★ FOOD THOUGHTS foodthoughts.co.uk WHAT IS IT? Natural cacao nibs from the best single origin Colombian Fino de Aroma Beans.

WHAT CAN I DO WITH IT? The intense chocolate flavour and crunchy texture make these nibs an ideal healthier alternative to chocolate chips or nuts in cookies or brownies.

WHERE CAN I GET IT? Nationally, Regionally, Locally, Online

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SOUR CREAM & BLACK PEPPER RICE & PEA CRISPY CHIPS ★ OFF THE EATEN PATH offtheeatenpathsnacks.co.uk WHAT IS IT? Crispy rice chips made with green & yellow peas, black beans and delicious seasoning.

WHAT CAN I DO WITH IT? A perfect light and crispy snack to share at lunch, dinner or over evening drinks.

WHERE CAN I GET IT? Nationally OTHER GREAT TASTE AWARDS (2018): Clever Corn Vegetable & Nut Blend ★

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HOT ROAST SMOKED SALMON ★★ THE WEALD SMOKERY wealdsmokery.co.uk WHAT IS IT? This salmon is cold-smoked in traditional brick kilns and then hot-smoked over local oak logs.

WHAT CAN I DO WITH IT? Can be served hot or cold, with dill sauce. Flake it into salads or mix into pâtés or fish cakes.

WHERE CAN I GET IT? Nationally, Regionally, Locally, Online OTHER GREAT TASTE AWARDS (2018): Smoked Trout Fillet ★ Smoked Venison ★ Dry Cured Bacon ★

HAMPSHIRE

BRIGHTEAS’ FIRST ★ BRIGHTEAS brighteas.com WHAT IS IT? Taiwanese Milk Oolong loose leaf tea with spearmint and lemongrass. Creamy, zesty and fresh, yet calming.

WHAT CAN I DO WITH IT? Steep at 80°C for 3 minutes. Can be re-steeped four times, bringing out crisper, citrus notes with slight sweet aftertaste.

WHERE CAN I GET IT? Nationally

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TOMATO RELISH ★★ CHARLOTTE BROWN’S HANDMADE charlottebrowns.co.uk WHAT IS IT? This very enticing tomato relish has a rich, robust, aromatic flavour and a lovely chunky texture.

WHAT CAN I DO WITH IT? Fantastic on high quality burgers, and great with fried or grilled fish, chicken, sausages and pork.

WHERE CAN I GET IT? Regionally, Locally, Online

CAULIFLOWER,FENNEL & PEA TAGINE PIE (VEGAN) ★ FNK PIES

WHAT IS IT? A Moroccan-flavoured pie, combining cumin, coriander, paprika, turmeric, apricots, chick peas, cauliflower, fennel, peas and tomato.

WHAT CAN I DO WITH IT? Great re-heated and served with new potatoes and salad.

WHERE CAN I GET IT? Locally

ENGLISH ASHMEAD'S KERNEL APPLE JUICE ★★ HILL FARM JUICE hillfarmjuice.co.uk WHAT IS IT? Ashmead’s Kernel is a wonderful old English apple that makes a rich, sharp-sweet juice.

WHAT CAN I DO WITH IT? This is a fabulous juice for drinking at any time of the day. Best served chilled.

WHERE CAN I GET IT? Nationally, Regionally, Locally, Online OTHER GREAT TASTE AWARDS (2018): Cox & Bramley apple juice ★

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SUMMERDOWN PEPPERMINT TEA ★★ SUMMERDOWN FARMS summerdownmint.com WHAT IS IT? English Black Mitcham peppermint leaf, dried and infused with essential oil from Summerdown’s own distillery.

WHAT CAN I DO WITH IT? Summerdown’s biodegradable, pyramid-shaped bags allow all of the tea’s natural peppermint flavour to be released into each cup.

WHERE CAN I GET IT? Internationally, Nationally, Regionally, Locally, Online OTHER GREAT TASTE AWARDS (2018):

Summerdown Chocolate Peppermint Creams ★

ISLE OF WIGHT

BRIDDLESFORD CHEDDAR ★★ BRIDDLESFORD FARM DAIRY briddlesford.co.uk WHAT IS IT? An artisan cheese made from Briddlesford’s own herd of Guernsey cows on the Isle of Wight.

WHAT CAN I DO WITH IT? Perfect for cheeseboard or for cooking.

WHERE CAN I GET IT? Regionally, Locally OTHER GREAT TASTE AWARDS (2018): Briddlesford Halloumi Style Cheese ★ Briddlesford Double Cream ★★ Briddlesford Whole Milk ★

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DUDDA'S TUN SPICED CIDER ★ DUDDA’S TUN CIDER duddastuncider.com WHAT IS IT? A classic aromatic blend of cider and seasonal spices.

WHAT CAN I DO WITH IT? A great drink for all seasons, but especially tasty served warmed up as a festive treat.

WHERE CAN I GET IT? Regionally, Locally, Online

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DUSKIN BRAEBURN APPLE JUICE ★★ DUSKIN FARM duskin.co.uk WHAT IS IT? A single variety apple juice, made from Kentish apples and gently pasteurised.

WHAT CAN I DO WITH IT? Mix with gin, add to roast pork gravy, freeze as a lolly, mull for Christmas, or just drink it as it is.

WHERE CAN I GET IT? Nationally

OTHER GREAT TASTE AWARDS (2018): Duskin Gala Apple Juice ★

LORD & LADY MUCK TOFFEE VODKA ★★ LORD & LADY MUCK lordandladymuck.co.uk WHAT IS IT? A small batch toffee vodka, made with the finest natural ingredients. Think liquid crème brulée!

WHAT CAN I DO WITH IT? Best served ice cold. Great with Prosecco or ginger ale. Amazing in coffee and hot chocolate. Lovely on ice cream.

WHERE CAN I GET IT? Locally, Online

SALTED CARAMEL CHEESECAKE ★ FIELD FARE field-fare.com WHAT IS IT? Supplied frozen, this full fat cheesecake with chocolate-coated honeycomb pieces is finished with caramel and Belgian chocolate swirls.

WHAT CAN I DO WITH IT? Simply thaw and serve.

WHERE CAN I GET IT? Nationally OTHER GREAT TASTE AWARDS (2018): Coffee Roulade ★ Chocolate Torte ★

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CUCUMBER & MINT KRAUT ★ EAT LIVE eatlive.co.uk WHAT IS IT? A cucumber and mint sauerkraut with raw apple cider vinegar.

WHAT CAN I DO WITH IT? This crisp, refreshing kraut is lovely with salmon, soft cheese or stirred into a salad.

WHERE CAN I GET IT? Regionally, Locally, Online

TIANA PURE RAW COCONUT WATER ★★ TIANA FAIR TRADE ORGANICS tiana-coconut.com WHAT IS IT? 100% raw coconut water, in its purest natural form, bottled within 3 hours of opening fresh green coconuts. No sugar added.

WHAT CAN I DO WITH IT? Refreshing for all and a sports drink for active re-hydration.

WHERE CAN I GET IT? Nationally

OTHER GREAT TASTE AWARDS (2018):

TIANA CocoTop - the Top Organic Coconut Snack ★

ELEPHANT ATTA MEDIUM CHAPATI FLOUR ★★ WESTMILL FOODS elephantatta.com WHAT IS IT? Flour milled from the finest quality wheat grains.

A natural source of fibre.

WHAT CAN I DO WITH IT? Perfect for making consistently soft, fluffy, delicious chappatis to accompany curries at any meal time.

WHERE CAN I GET IT? Nationally, Regionally, Locally OTHER GREAT TASTE AWARDS (2018): Elephant Atta Chakki Gold ★ Elephant Atta Fine White Chapatti Flour ★ Elephant Atta Brown Chapatti Flour ★

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HERITAGE BREEDS ROYAL LEGBAR FREE RANGE HEN EGGS ★ HERITAGE BREEDS heritagebreeds.co.uk WHAT IS IT? Free range hen eggs – from the renowned Legbar breed – with pastel blue shells and deep orange yolks.

WHAT CAN I DO WITH IT? A beautifully versatile brunch egg, it is perfect for poaching or for an indulgent soft boiled egg that tastes as good as it looks.

WHERE CAN I GET IT? Nationally, Online OTHER GREAT TASTE AWARDS (2018):

Heritage Breeds Speckled Quail Eggs ★ Heritage Breeds Gladys May’s Duck Eggs ★

INGINIUS CLASSIC TAILORED TONIC ★★ INGINIUS inginius.com WHAT IS IT? Hand-crafted tonic water, made in small batches to complement and enhance fine gins.

WHAT CAN I DO WITH IT? Mix with your favourite gin to enhance the flavours of its botanical ingredients in a classic G&T. WHERE CAN I GET IT? Locally, Online

OTHER GREAT TASTE AWARDS (2018): Inginius Citrus Sweet Tailored Tonic ★

SIX SEED BREAD FLOWER ★★★ WESSEX MILL wessexmill.co.uk WHAT IS IT? Bread flour milled using local wheat combined with a mixture of seeds.

WHAT CAN I DO WITH IT? Use in any bread recipe.

Great for baking loaves, rolls or even pizza bases.

WHERE CAN I GET IT? Nationally OTHER GREAT TASTE AWARDS (2018): Wessex Cobber Flour ★★★ Mixed Grain Flour ★★★ Strong White Bread Flour ★★

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FURIOUS CHILLI JELLY ★★ BRISCOE’S ARTISAN JELLIES justsobriscoes.co.uk WHAT IS IT? A Scotch Bonnet chilli jelly produced using traditional methods with an apple base for a wonderful soft set with tremendous depth of flavour. Gluten-, dairy-, fat-free and vegan.

WHAT CAN I DO WITH IT? Stir it into noodles, use as a dip for spring rolls and samosas, or serve it as the perfect accompaniment for mature cheddar cheese.

WHERE CAN I GET IT? Nationally, Regionally, Locally, Online OTHER GREAT TASTE AWARDS (2018):

Gorgeous Garlic Jelly ★ Cranberry & Port Jelly ★

ORGANIC WHOLEGRAIN BANANA BREAD MIX ★ CREATIVE NATURE creativenaturesuperfoods.co.uk WHAT IS IT? Free from the top 14 allergens, this bread mix is vegan, versatile and easily prepared. It’s also organic, wholegrain and contains no refined sugars.

WHAT CAN I DO WITH IT? Simply add ripened bananas, your choice of dairy-free/dairy spread and the contents of the packet. Then bake and enjoy.

WHERE CAN I GET IT? Nationally, Online OTHER GREAT TASTE AWARDS (2018):

Organic Chia & Cacao Brownie Mix ★ Salted Caramel Protein Flapjack ★ Goji Goodness Flapjack ★

ORGANIC GLUTEN FREE BROWN BREAD MIX ★ GRASSROOTS BAKERY grassrootsbakery.co.uk WHAT IS IT? An organic gluten free bread mix with flaxseed flour, made in bespoke built facilities dedicated to gluten free.

Each ingredient is dispensed individually.

WHAT CAN I DO WITH IT? Simply mix, prove and bake to fill your home with the delicious aroma of freshly baked bread – whether that’s loaves, rolls or baguettes.

WHERE CAN I GET IT? Nationally, Regionally, Locally, Online OTHER GREAT TASTE AWARDS (2018): Organic Gluten Free White Bread Mix ★ Organic Gluten Free Pizza Base Mix ★

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JABRU EASY PILS ★ JABRU BEVCO jabrubevco.com WHAT IS IT? A modern pilsner, cold-hopped for flavour but with a low bitterness for easy drinkability.

WHAT CAN I DO WITH IT? Pairs well with shellfish, seafood and poultry dishes. Serve at 4-6°C in a wide neck glass to appreciate the beer’s aroma.

WHERE CAN I GET IT? Nationally, Online

PG TIPS PERFECT WITH DAIRY- FREE ★★ UNILEVER pgtips.co.uk WHAT IS IT? A new tea that tastes great with dairy-free.

WHAT CAN I DO WITH IT? This unique blend has been designed for a range of dairy alternatives, including soya and almond. So, even without dairy, you can enjoy a tasty cuppa.

WHERE CAN I GET IT? Nationally

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VEGAN BASIL MAYONNAISE ★★ BEFRIES befries.com WHAT IS IT? A rich and creamy vegan basil mayonnaise with hints of garlic and capers.

WHAT CAN I DO WITH IT? Perfect stirred through pasta and salads, used to top your favourite snacks or as a dip for your favourite crisps or vegetables.

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SPICY SUSSEX ALBERTS ★★ HORSHAM GINGERBREAD horshamgingerbread.co.uk WHAT IS IT? Sweet, spicy, small batch, gluten-free cheese biscuits, made with butter and raw cane sugars.

WHAT CAN I DO WITH IT? The sweet allspice and a gentle kick of cayenne pepper make these biscuits the perfect partner for all British cheeses.

WHERE CAN I GET IT? Nationally, Regionally, Locally, Online OTHER GREAT TASTE AWARDS (2018):

Horsham Gingerbread Original Recipe Gingerbread - Single bars ★ Gluten Free Horsham Gingerbread - Single bars ★

WEST SUSSEX

RUM & RAISIN ICE CREAM ★ CAROLINE’S DAIRY carolinesdairy.co.uk WHAT IS IT? Lush plump raisins, soaked in Lambs Navy Rum, blended into Caroline’s award-winning dairy ice cream.

WHAT CAN I DO WITH IT? Perfect on its own or a luscious accompaniment to your favourite dessert.

WHERE CAN I GET IT? Locally

OTHER GREAT TASTE AWARDS (2018):

Bourbon Vanilla Ice Cream ★ Coffee Espresso Ice Cream ★ Passion Fruit Sorbet ★

COLD OAK SMOKED TROUT ★★ CHARLIE’S TROUT charliestrout.co.uk WHAT IS IT? Fresh Oak Smoked Trout raised in the waters of Wiltshire’s famous chalk rivers.

WHAT CAN I DO WITH IT? Delicious on its own, in salads, bagels, canapés, with scrambled eggs, in a pasta dish or a homemade pâté.

WHERE CAN I GET IT? Nationally

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GOLDEN FORK WINNER | Capsicana | Brazilian Chilli & Coconut Cook Sauce

Ever since an epiphany on the sofa, Ben Jackson has sought out unusual Latin American chillies and now he has put some them to good use with a Brazilian-inspired cooking sauce e’ve all had good ideas sitting on the sofa. They usually involve making a cup of tea or having another chocolate biscuit. But when Ben Jackson had a brainwave while kicking back at home one Saturday afternoon in 2009 it ended up changing his life.

“I was on the sofa thinking about how I wasn’t really connecting with my job and suddenly had a moment when I decided I was going to do something completely different with my life,” he says.

At the time of his epiphany Ben worked in recruitment and had precisely zero experience of the food industry, but he had loved Mexican cuisine since some formative dining experiences in the US. “I remember eating in a Mexican cafeteria in Texas when I was about

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IT WAS CRAZY THAT THERE WAS A WHOLE WORLD OF CHILLIES THAT WERE VASTLY DIFFERENT TO ANYTHING YOU SEE HERE eighteen,” he says. “There was no glitz or glamour; just plastic garden furniture, paper plates and plastic forks but the food was absolutely phenomenal.”

The memory was so strong it inspired Ben to set up a business in his home town of Hitchin. He initially imported and sold unusual chilli varieties, before creating his own range of spicy cooking sauces under the Capiscana brand in 2015.

“I had discovered chillies like anchos, which are the size of bell peppers and dark brown almost black,” he says. “I thought it was crazy that there was a whole world of

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chillies that were vastly different to anything you see here.”

The sauces, which are manufactured by a third party to Ben’s carefully researched recipes, include flavours such as Peruvian Chilli & Lemon, made with aji amarillo peppers, Mexican Chilli & Honey with chipotle and ancho poblanos, and Cuban Chilli & Lime with habaneros.

The Golden Fork-winning Brazilian Chilli & Coconut sauce, which uses frutescens chillies, is based on the fragrant Brazilian fish stew ‘moqueca’, but is equally good with chicken, pork or vegetables, says Jackson, who has won listings for the range with Sainsbury’s, Whole Foods and Waitrose.

“My goal is to make Latin American flavours accessible to as many people in the UK as possible,” he says.

Sounds like a good idea. capsicana.co.uk HOW TO USE IT: Great as a base for prawn or chicken stews, Brazilian Chilli & Coconut sauce can also be used as a marinade for fresh tuna skewers and to create fragrant chicken empandas.

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OLIVE OIL VEGETABLE CRISPS - SWEET POTATO WITH SEA SALT★★ CORKERS CRISPS corkerscrisps.co.uk WHAT IS IT? A flavoursome fusion of sweet potatoes from Carolina cooked in Andalusian extra virgin olive oil.

WHAT CAN I DO WITH IT? They’re great as a garnish for salads and sandwiches, used as a crunchy topping or simply eaten by themselves.

WHERE CAN I GET IT? Nationally OTHER GREAT TASTE AWARDS (2018):

Olive Oil Potato Crisps - Lightly Sea Salted ★ Olive Oil Potato Crisps with Sea Salt & Balsamic Vinegar ★ Olive Oil Potato Crisps with Black Truffle ★

THIN CUT SEVILLE ORANGE MARMALADE ★ STREAMLINE FOODS streamlinefoods.co.uk WHAT IS IT? Packed with double the fruit of a standard marmalade and 30% less sugar, this thin-cut marmalade is just the right balance of bitter and sweet with a great length of flavour.

WHAT CAN I DO WITH IT? Try it swirled into natural yoghurt or porridge, drizzled over a baked camembert with garlic and thyme, in a marinade for chicken or pork, or in a bread & butter pudding.

WHERE CAN I GET IT? Nationally, Online

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TOPAZ & EVELINA APPLE JUICE ★★★ COTCHEL cotchel.uk WHAT IS IT? A cloudy apple juice, made from unusual varieties used as pollinators in the orchards, with just the right balance of sweet and sharp.

WHAT CAN I DO WITH IT? Refreshing served cool from the fridge or warmed and mulled.

WHERE CAN I GET IT? Nationally, Regionally, Locally OTHER GREAT TASTE AWARDS (2018): Opal Apple Juice ★ Braeburn Apple Juice ★

ESPRESSO BLEND # 1 ★ PROFESSOR BEAN professorbean.co.uk WHAT IS IT? Competitively priced, well-balanced, ethically sourced coffee in eco-friendly packaging from a small-batch speciality roaster.

WHAT CAN I DO WITH IT? The Professor developed this blend for milk-based drinks but it also makes an outstanding espresso. Suitable for all brew methods.

WHERE CAN I GET IT? Internationally, Nationally, Regionally, Locally, Online

TEMPLE FARM WHITE FREE RANGE WHOLE TURKEY★★★ S J FREDERICK & SONS sjfrederick.co.uk WHAT IS IT? A succulent and tasty free-range and slow-grown Christmas turkey – raised the old-fashioned way.

WHAT CAN I DO WITH IT? This turkey’s natural fat layer and the marbling in its meat mean it will be easy to cook and has a rich, natural flavour.

WHERE CAN I GET IT? Nationally

OTHER GREAT TASTE AWARDS (2018):

Temple Farm Bronze Free Range Whole Turkey ★★ Temple Farm Bronze Free Range Turkey Crown ★

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ORGANIC STRONG WHITE BREAD FLOUR ★★ MARRIAGE’S flour.co.uk WHAT IS IT? A high-protein flour, made from specially selected organic wheat, renowned for its bread making qualities.

WHAT CAN I DO WITH IT? Perfect for making bread, rolls, pizzas and puff pastry.

WHERE CAN I GET IT? Internationally, Nationally, Regionally, Locally, Online OTHER GREAT TASTE AWARDS (2018):

Very Strong Wholemeal 100% Canadian Bread Flour ★★ Organic Strong Stoneground Wholemeal Bread Flour ★★ Organic Country Fayre Malted Brown Bread Flour ★★

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BLOOD ORANGE & PASSION FRUIT MARMALADE ★★ OLD RECTORY PRESERVES oldrectorypreserves.com WHAT IS IT? This artisan marmalade is bursting with flavour – combining sweet Sicilian blood oranges and fresh, tart passion fruit.

WHAT CAN I DO WITH IT? Perfect at breakfast on toast or a croissant, but also makes a delicious cake filling.

WHERE CAN I GET IT? Regionally, Online OTHER GREAT TASTE AWARDS (2018):

Mandarin & Lime Blossom Honey Marmalade ★★ Blueberry Lemon Basil Preserve ★ Bergamot & Vanilla Marmalade ★

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GOLDEN FORK WINNER | Macneil’s Smokehouse | Smoked Salmon

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THE MIDLANDS For the second year in a row, Worcestershire-based Macneil’s Smokehouse has claimed the Midlands Golden Fork but this time the award is for its beechwood-smoked salmon agle-eyed readers of Great Taste Book might recognise Tony and Bee Macneil. Their happy faces appeared in its pages last year, after Worcestershire-based Macneil’s Smokehouse won a Golden Fork in 2017 for its peppercorn- and lemon zest-encrusted hot smoked mackerel.

Fast forward 12 months and they are back again with even broader smiles and another Golden Fork for the mantelpiece, this time for their smoked salmon.

“You don’t ever expect to win it twice, especially for two different products” he says. “ It shows we’re on the right track and must be doing something right.”

Consistency is not always easy for artisan producers, working at a small scale with natural ingredients that can change with the season. But Macneil’s previous career as a chef has helped in this regard, instilling him with an eye for detail and a natural understanding of flavour.

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in the kitchen,” he says. “I’ve always strongly believed in using the best ingredients and I’m always tasting as I go. I’m my own worst critic.”

These qualities are particularly important when it comes to smoked salmon where subtlety is everything. “You want to taste the fish and the smoke together,” he explains.

YOU WANT TO TASTE THE FISH AND THE SMOKE TOGETHER “Key to finding that balance is taking things slowly – not rushing the process.”

The company, which launched four years ago, sources super fresh salmon from Scottish farms, which is filleted in house and hand-cured in sea salt and a little sugar for 22-24 hours. The sides are then gently cold smoked over beechwood in a vintage Norwegian smoker, which Macneill brought back to the UK from his last job working as chef at a hotel and restaurant on a Norwegian island. The final stage is to cut and pack the fish in sleek grey packaging with clever fish bone branding.

“Beech has a milder flavour than oak, so you can still really taste the fish,” he says.

“We also slice slightly differently to many people, cutting straight down rather than horizontally so you get thicker pieces with a meatier texture.”

Once a chef, always a chef. macneilssmokehouse.co.uk HOW TO USE IT: When Macneil worked in Norway, he would serve smoked salmon with an olive crumb and pickled cucumber. A young, crisp, beautiful Chablis will offset the rich smoky flavour of the fish.

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CHILLI CARROT SAMBAL ★ BOKKIE bokkie-foods.com WHAT IS IT? A well-balanced accompaniment that is fresh, zingy with a real chilli kick.

WHAT CAN I DO WITH IT? Best served with barbecued meats, salads and curries, the sambal can also be eaten on its own.

WHERE IS IT AVAILABLE? Locally, Online

DERBYSHIRE

SICILIAN LEMON MARSHMALLOWS ★★ JACQUELINE’S HOMEMADE CHOCOLATES & SWEET TREATS WHAT IS IT? Soft pillows of handmade marshmallow flavoured with Sicilian lemon juice and fresh lemon zest.

WHAT CAN I DO WITH IT? Enjoy as they are or serve as an after-dinner treat with a chilled glass of limoncello.

WHERE CAN I GET IT? Locally, Online

HEREFORDSHIRE

BRITISH CASSIS ★★★ WHITE HERON BRANDS britishcassis.co.uk WHAT IS IT? British Cassis is a blackcurrant liqueur made on The Whittern Farm in Herefordshire using only its own blackcurrants.

WHAT CAN I DO WITH IT? The deep blackcurrant flavour makes it a versatile base for cooking and cocktails. There is the signature British Royale but it’s great with gin, vodka or even in a classic Negroni.

WHERE CAN I GET IT? Nationally, Regionally, Locally, Online

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MIXED ROOT VEGETABLE CRISPS ★★ TYRRELLS POTATO CRISPS tyrrellscrisps.co.uk WHAT IS IT? A magnificent medley of vegetable crisps made with a pinch of sea salt.

WHAT CAN I DO WITH IT? Perfect for sharing with family and friends.

WHERE CAN I GET IT? Internationally, Nationally, Regionally, Locally, Online OTHER GREAT TASTE AWARDS (2018):

Lightly Sea Salted ★ Mature Cheddar & Chive ★ Black Truffle & Sea Salt ★

BRITISH SUMMER FRUITS ★★ WINDMILL HILL FRUITS windmillhillfruits.co.uk WHAT IS IT? Hand-selected whole blackberries, blackcurrants, raspberries and redcurrants grown especially for their flavour, picked at optimum maturity and quickly frozen.

WHAT CAN I DO WITH IT? Ideal for desserts and baking, great with ice cream and perfect with breakfast cereal or porridge.

WHERE CAN I GET IT? Nationally

LEICESTERSHIRE

ORGANIC SEMI - WHOLEWHEAT TORTIGLIONI ★ SEEDS OF CHANGE seedsofchange.co.uk WHAT IS IT? Organic, bronze die, slow-dried Italian durum wheat Tortiglioni.

WHAT CAN I DO WITH IT? Serve with Seeds of Change’s Great Taste-winning Sun-Ripened Tomato & Garlic pasta sauce.

WHERE CAN I GET IT? Nationally

OTHER GREAT TASTE AWARDS (2018):

Sun-Ripened Tomato & Roasted Garlic Pasta Sauce ★ Spicy Wholegrain Rice & Quinoa with a touch of Chilli ★

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TRADITIONALLY OAK SMOKED SALMON ★ BIGFISH BRAND bigfishbrand.co.uk WHAT IS IT? Top quality salmon, traditionally cured, oak smoked and expertly sliced.

WHAT CAN I DO WITH IT? It’s ready to eat, making it perfect for every occasion – whether you’re entertaining or preparing a special breakfast.

WHERE CAN I GET IT? Nationally, Online

NOTTINGHAMSHIRE

RHUBARB GIN LIQUEUR ★★ THE OXTON LIQUEUR COMPANY oxtonliqueurs.co.uk WHAT IS IT? The best-selling liqueur in the Oxton range, this is handmade with fresh rhubarb, London Dry Gin and a hint of ginger.

WHAT CAN I DO WITH IT? This blush pink, intensely rhubarb liqueur is delicious on ice, with Prosecco, in a cocktail and a revelation with tonic.

WHERE CAN I GET IT? Online

OTHER GREAT TASTE AWARDS (2018):

Elderflower Gin Liqueur ★ Damson Gin Liqueur ★ Christmas Vodka Liqueur ★

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RASPBERRY MERINGUE BAR ★ FLOWER & WHITE flowerandwhite.co.uk WHAT IS IT? A raspberry meringue bar, coated in white chocolate and raspberry crumble. Gluten-free, vegetarian and made with only natural flavours and colours.

WHAT CAN I DO WITH IT? With less that 100 calories it’s the perfect sweet treat or on-the-go snack. Eat as it is or even use it as part of a dessert.

WHERE CAN I GET IT? Internationally, Nationally, Regionally, Locally, Online OTHER GREAT TASTE AWARDS (2018): Meringue Drops - Passionfruit ★ Meringue Truffles - Chocolate Orange ★

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BILLINGTON'S GINGERBREAD ★ IMAGE ON FOOD

billingtonsgingerbread.co.uk WHAT IS IT? Exotically spiced, crisp gingerbread fingers, made with a blend of secret spices and a dash of rum.

WHAT CAN I DO WITH IT? Best enjoyed dunked into a glass of Port or hot drink.

It’s also an ideal accompaniment on a cheeseboard.

WHERE CAN I GET IT? Nationally, regionally, Locally, Online

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RHUBARB & GINGER JAM ★★ COTTAGE DELIGHT cottagedelight.co.uk WHAT IS IT? Made using small batch methods, this jam is created using only the finest ingredients, in the Staffordshire Moorlands.

WHAT CAN I DO WITH IT? Rhubarb & ginger Jam is delicious on hot crumpets, or add it to a luxury fruit crumble for extra sweetness.

WHERE CAN I GET IT? Internationally, Nationally, Regionally, Locally, Online OTHER GREAT TASTE AWARDS (2018):

Caramelised Red Onion Chutney ★ Raspberry & Prosecco Jam ★ The Cheese Makers Pickle ★

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COTSWOLDS SINGLE MALT WHISKY ★★ COTSWOLDS DISTILLERY cotswoldsdistillery.com WHAT IS IT? A rich and fruity single malt whisky, distilled from 100% locally grown Cotswolds barley.

WHAT CAN I DO WITH IT? Sip neat or over ice, the fruit and toffee notes also work well in a highball or an Old Fashioned.

WHERE CAN I GET IT? Internationally

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ETHIOPIAN SHALAITU ★★★ MONSOON ESTATES COFFEE monsoonestatescoffee.co.uk WHAT IS IT? A dry-processed coffee, which see the beans dried inside the cherry. When brewed, it renders a sweet and smooth coffee with fruity and caramel notes.

WHAT CAN I DO WITH IT? Makes a sweet espresso but is also great with milk in a flat white or cappuccino. Great in filters and cafetières or as cold brew, too.

WHERE CAN I GET IT? Nationally, Regionally, Locally OTHER GREAT TASTE AWARDS (2018):

Ethiopian Hama ★★ Classic Espresso Blend ★★ Swiss Water Espresso Blend ★★

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OAK & CHESTNUT SMOKED HAM ★★ ADLINGTON adlingtonltd.com WHAT IS IT? This ham is the end result of a traditional smoking process, over oak and chestnut wood, and a very slow cook.

WHAT CAN I DO WITH IT? It can be used in salads or sandwiches. Also works well in breakfast bagels.

WHERE CAN I GET IT? Nationally

BENGAN KA ACHAR (INDIAN AUBERGINE PICKLE) ★★ AFIA’S SAMOSA SHOP afias.co.uk WHAT IS IT? Aubergine chunks, Indian spices and rapeseed oil, matured over 1-2 years. Its taste improves with time but only a limited amount is produced annually.

WHAT CAN I DO WITH IT? Serve with lentil curries and rice dishes. Or, why not try it with cheese and cured meats?

WHERE CAN I GET IT? Online

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GRUYÈ RE & SPINACH TWISTS ★ ARDEN’S

ardens.co.uk WHAT IS IT? Gruyère cheese and spinach, entwined with all-butter puff pastry, and baked to light, flaky perfection.

WHAT CAN I DO WITH IT? Delicious straight from the box but also served with soup, dunked in a soft-boiled egg or for delving into dips.

WHERE CAN I GET IT? Nationally

OTHER GREAT TASTE AWARDS (2018):

Mediterranean Tomato & Basil Twists ★ Cracked Black Pepper & Spelt Oaty Thins ★ Smoked Salmon, Cream Cheese & Dill Melts ★

16OZ RIBEYE STEAK ★★ MILLER & CARTER STEAKHOUSE millerandcarter.co.uk WHAT IS IT? A tender and succulent, 30-day dry- and wet-aged ribeye steak, bursting with flavour.

WHAT CAN I DO WITH IT? Enjoy with Miller & Carter’s award-winning British beef dripping sauce and crispy onion loaf.

WHERE CAN I GET IT? Nationally

OTHER GREAT TASTE AWARDS (2018):

British Beef Dripping Sauce ★ 30 day dry and wet aged 12oz Sirloin steak ★

KACHUMBARI ★ MMMNANDI HOMEMADE WHAT IS IT? An extremely hot chilli sauce, made with fresh onion, tomatoes, chillies & coriander.

WHAT CAN I DO WITH IT? Use it as a dip, marinade, cooking sauce or condiment.

WHERE CAN I GET IT? Locally

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DROITWICH SALT ★ CHURCHFIELDS SALTWORKS droitwichsalt.com WHAT IS IT? Droitwich Salt is sourced from one of the oldest and purest brine springs in the world.

WHAT CAN I DO WITH IT? Designed to naturally enhance the food you love, this salt is both a delicious seasoning and a perfect cooking accompaniment.

WHERE CAN I GET IT? Internationally

TRADITIONAL PORK PIE ★★ JUMBO’S CUTS WHAT IS IT? A traditional pork pie with a golden crust and well-seasoned jelly. Made using local pork.

WHAT CAN I DO WITH IT? A good all-rounder.

Ideal with cheese and salad or as a quick snack on the go.

WHERE CAN I GET IT? Locally

NANA LILY'S FOUR GENERATION CHRISTMAS PUDDING ★ NANA LILY’S nanalilys.co.uk WHAT IS IT? Luxurious, moist, fruit-filled pudding flavoured with warm Christmas spices and liberally laced with Nana’s Kilbeggan Irish Whiskey.

Contains no nuts or peel.

WHAT CAN I DO WITH IT? Steam or microwave on Christmas day and serve with Nana’s Whiskey butter, or custard, cream or ice cream.

WHERE CAN I GET IT? Internationally, Nationally, Regionally, Locally, Online

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OH BETTY ★★ PERSHORE BREWERY pershorebrewery.com WHAT IS IT? An amber ale, with caramel and juniper on the nose and palate.

WHAT CAN I DO WITH IT? Serve at 12°C for optimum enjoyment. Pour gently into a glass, due to it being bottle conditioned.

WHERE CAN I GET IT? Regionally, Locally, Online OTHER GREAT TASTE AWARDS (2018): Pershore Pale Ale ★

SPELT & HONEY SOUR ★★★ PETER COOKS BREAD petercooksbread.co.uk WHAT IS IT? Bread made with organic white and whole-wheat spelt flour, Herefordshire honey, spelt levain and fresh spring water.

WHAT CAN I DO WITH IT? Beautiful served toasted with butter and your favourite preserve or used for a cheese sandwich.

WHERE CAN I GET IT? Regionally, Locally OTHER GREAT TASTE AWARDS (2018): Ledbury Loaf ★★

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GOLDEN FORK WINNER | Rogue Artisan Ice Cream | Bronte Pistachio Ice Cream

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NORTH OF ENGLAND By using the lesser-known Bronte variety of pistachio from Sicily and avoiding all of the nasties used by bigger manufacturers, Ruben Porto has created an ice cream that delivers both in taste and texture here’s ice cream and then there’s Rogue Bronte Pistachio Ice Cream.

Made by Ruben Porto in Manchester, the frozen delicacy is a world away from the tubs of factory-made products found lurking in supermarket aisles.

Pastel green with a remarkable fragrant flavour accentuated by a pinch of sea salt, the ice cream has a gloriously smooth, creamy texture that “hugs your mouth”, as one Great Taste judge put it.

At the heart of this beguiling experience are Bronte pistachios, which come from Mount Etna in Sicily. Known as “green gold”, they are prized for their incredible flavour.

“It’s expensive to use real pistachios so people use flavourings, colourings and almonds instead,” explains Porto. “People also buy cheaper Californian pistachios, but the Bronte nuts are very different in flavour and colour. They are much browner, darker, deeper and earthier.”

Organic whole milk, double cream

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PEOPLE THINK MAKING ICE CREAM IS EASY,BUT IT’S NOT. and free-range egg yolks are other key constituents, but what’s not on the ingredients list is equally crucial.

“A lot of the big manufacturers use stabilisers to add shelf life and so the ice cream feels thicker,” he says. “We don’t use anything like that.”

Porto’s road to ice cream nirvana is an unusual one. He graduated with a law degree in 2007, but after a week of law school decided to quit. Instead he travelled the world teaching English in Cameroon, Japan, Kuwait and South Korea, which is where he first became interested in ice GREAT TASTE 2018-19

cream, setting up a blog on the subject. The hobby became a business when he moved back to the UK, set up Rogue in a unit in Manchester in 2017 and started selling ice cream at events from a customised cart.

“I don’t have the machinery to produce huge quantities, but I like the idea of having a tiny shop one day,” he says. “People think making ice cream is easy, but it’s not. It’s one of the most complex foods. I really enjoy learning about each ingredient and its effect on flavour and texture, taking the theory and applying it to my ice cream.” rogueicecream.co.uk HOW TO USE IT: Sprinkle with chopped pistachios for added crunch or try served with Sicilian lemon tart for an allItalian dessert.

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GOATS' BUTTER ★ DELAMERE DAIRY delameredairy.co.uk WHAT IS IT? Goats’ butter is churned from the cream that is skimmed from Delamere Dairy’s goats’ milk.

WHAT CAN I DO WITH IT? Use it as you would use ordinary butter: spread on toast or as a cooking ingredient.

WHERE CAN I GET IT? Nationally

OTHER GREAT TASTE AWARDS (2018):

Spreadable Goats’ Butter ★ Honey Goats’ Cheese Pearls ★ Plain Goats’ Yogurt ★

GOVINDA "ORGANIC PLUMAGE ARCHER" ★★★ THE CHESHIRE BREWHOUSE cheshirebrewhouse.co.uk WHAT IS IT? This heritage English IPA is brewed with the rare Heritage Barley, known as Plumage Archer.

WHAT CAN I DO WITH IT? Drink chilled to 10-12°C in a very good glass.

WHERE CAN I GET IT? Internationally, Nationally, Regionally, Locally, Online OTHER GREAT TASTE AWARDS (2018):

Govinda Chevallier ★★ Lindow Cheshire Stout ★ Engine Vein Copper Ale ★

CUMBRIA

WESTMORLAND PEPPER CAKE ★★ GINGER BAKERS gingerbakers.co.uk WHAT IS IT? A distinctive cake, steeped in Cumbrian history. Moist, fruity and robust with a fiery pepper kick.

WHAT CAN I DO WITH IT? Enjoy the cake by itself or as the perfect accompaniment to cheese.

WHERE CAN I GET IT? Nationally

OTHER GREAT TASTE AWARDS (2018): Chai Spiced Slice ★★ Ginger & Whisky Fruit Cake (gluten free) ★

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BLACK GARLIC PICKLE ★★★ HAWKSHEAD RELISH COMPANY hawksheadrelish.com WHAT IS IT? Whole black garlic cloves, onions, spices, chilli and coriander combined in a grown-up, sophisticated sticky pickle with great umami flavour.

WHAT CAN I DO WITH IT? Serve alongside steak, Eastern-inspired dishes, with cold meats and pies, curry or strong blue cheese.

WHERE CAN I GET IT? Internationally, Nationally, Regionally, Locally, Online OTHER GREAT TASTE AWARDS (2018):

Mulled Damson and Port Jam ★ Hot Garlic Pickle ★ Raspberry & Vanilla Jam ★

CLASSIC CHOCOLATE BROWNIE BAKING KIT ★★ IF I KNEW YOU WERE COMING ifiknewyouwerecoming.co.uk WHAT IS IT? A baking kit including all of the dry ingredients needed to bake brownies at home.

WHAT CAN I DO WITH IT? Create easy-to-bake brownies and serve them warm, straight out of the oven.

WHERE CAN I GET IT? Locally, Online

OTHER GREAT TASTE AWARDS (2018): Cranberry & White Chocolate Baking Kit ★★

HONEY VODKA LIQUEUR ★ LAKELAND ARTISAN lakelandartisan.co.uk WHAT IS IT? Made with local honey and tripledistilled vodka giving it a sweet and smooth taste.

WHAT CAN I DO WITH IT? Serve over ice as an after-dinner drink, use in cocktails or drizzle on desserts.

WHERE CAN I GET IT? Regionally

OTHER GREAT TASTE AWARDS (2018):

Orange Marmalade with Ginger ★★ Damson Jam ★ Chocolate & Orange Curd ★

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SOURDOUGH TOASTING LOAF ★★★ MORE? THE ARTISAN BAKERY moreartisan.co.uk WHAT IS IT? Toast reinvented. Made with wild yeast, flour, water and a touch of salt.

WHAT CAN I DO WITH IT? Make toast, build the ultimate bacon sandwich, or serve it with afternoon tea.

WHERE CAN I GET IT? Nationally

OTHER GREAT TASTE AWARDS (2018): Fig & Rye Biscotti ★★ Cheeky Tail Pie ★★ Vegan Forest Mushroom Pie ★★

DURHAM

SPELT FLOUR - WHOLEGRAIN ★★★ CRAGGS & CO

craggsandco.co.uk WHAT IS IT? Grown, harvested and milled in the North East, this flour is high in protein and fibre. The grain is milled in its entirety to retain all of its taste, flavour, vitamins and nutrients.

WHAT CAN I DO WITH IT? The high protein content (17%) makes it the perfect flour for bread-making and it is versatile enough for both sweet and savoury bakes.

WHERE CAN I GET IT? Nationally, Regionally, Locally, Online OTHER GREAT TASTE AWARDS (2018): Spelt Flour - White ★★

COLD PRESSED APPLE JUICE ★ DALTON MOOR FARM cupoflife.co.uk WHAT IS IT? A refreshingly grown-up, cider-like, rosycoloured apple juice with great balance, complexity and depth of flavour.

WHAT CAN I DO WITH IT? Serve chilled straight from the bottle, long over ice, diluted with sparkling water.

Also, try it in cocktails or salad dressings.

WHERE CAN I GET IT? Nationally, Regionally, Locally, Online

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COOILS DOUBLE CREAM ★★ COOIL BROTHERS LTD WHAT IS IT? Fresh, thick double cream made from the milk of the family’s grass-fed cows WHAT CAN I DO WITH IT? Serve chilled on your favourite dessert or mix into your favourite recipe.

Or why not just grab a spoon and eat it?

WHERE CAN I GET IT? Locally

OTHER GREAT TASTE AWARDS (2018): Whole Bottled Fresh Milk ★

POLISH KIELBASA ★ DAVE’S DELICIOUS DOGS davesdeliciousdogs.im WHAT IS IT? A 97% pork chunky-style hot dog in a natural casing with smoked paprika flavours.

WHAT CAN I DO WITH IT? Steam or grill it. Serve in a soft roll with sauerkraut or grilled onions. Or add it to homemade main courses or soups.

WHERE CAN I GET IT? Internationally, Nationally, Regionally, Locally, Online OTHER GREAT TASTE AWARDS (2018): Manx Mr T ★

LANCASHIRE

CHIPS & WEDGES ★ JD SEASONINGS jdseasonings.com WHAT IS IT? The perfect seasoning for chips and wedges. 100% natural ingredients, blended by hand.

WHAT CAN I DO WITH IT? JD’s oven-baked chip recipe is much healthier than deep-frying, and its unique blend of spices makes them much tastier.

WHERE CAN I GET IT? Online

OTHER GREAT TASTE AWARDS (2018):

Jamaican Jerk ★ Chicken Rub★Minted Lamb Rub ★

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ORANGE & PISTACHIO POLENTA CAKE ★ SLAB BAKERY slabbakery.com WHAT IS IT? A light gluten-free pudding, made with polenta, pistachio nuts and a hint of citrus.

WHAT CAN I DO WITH IT? Eat as it is, or slightly warmed with a dollop of crème fraîche.

WHERE CAN I GET IT? Regionally, Online

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FIRST CHOP HOP ULTRA PALE ★★ FIRST CHOP BREWING ARM firstchop.co.uk WHAT IS IT? This modern, fresh, pale ale is traditionally brewed with floor malted barley and whole leaf hops. And it’s gluten-free.

WHAT CAN I DO WITH IT? Easy to drink either by itself or with food. Especially good with spicy food and grilled vegetables, meat or fish.

WHERE CAN I GET IT? Internationally

OTHER GREAT TASTE AWARDS (2018):

First Chop POD Vanilla Stout ★

WILD SPIRIT GIN ★★ MANCHESTER GIN manchestergin.co.uk WHAT IS IT? A creamy savoury gin with complex herbaceous notes, including thyme, sage and silver birch.

WHAT CAN I DO WITH IT? Serve generously poured over ice, topped with a premium tonic and garnished with fresh blackberries and thyme.

WHERE CAN I GET IT? Nationally, Regionally, Locally, Online

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ESPRESSO YOURSELF ★★ NEIGHBOURHOOD COFFEE neighbourhoodcoffee.co.uk WHAT IS IT? Espresso blend coffee sourced from single farms and roasted in Liverpool.

WHAT CAN I DO WITH IT? Brew this coffee as espresso, in a cafetière, stovetop, filter machine or aeropress.

WHERE CAN I GET IT? Internationally, Nationally, Regionally, Locally, Online OTHER GREAT TASTE AWARDS (2018):

You’ve Got a Blend in Me Espresso Blend ★★ Born Sippin’ Ethiopia Yirgacheffe Konga Single Origin Coffee ★★

NORTH YORKSHIRE

AMPLEFORTH ABBEY BEER ★★ AMPLEFORTH ABBEY DRINKS ampleforthabbeydrinks.org.uk WHAT IS IT? A full-bodied Abbey beer, in the Belgian Trappist style, with a fruity, malty flavour.

WHAT CAN I DO WITH IT? Double-fermented for strength and with a champagne-like sparkle, Ampleforth Abbey Beer is best served chilled.

WHERE CAN I GET IT? Regionally, Locally, Online

YORKSHIRE ICE CREAM - NATURAL VANILLA ★ BRYMOR OF MASHAM brymordairy.co.uk WHAT IS IT? Madeusing the finest quality, locally sourced milk and cream from a Yorkshire herd, this vanilla ice cream is a genuine taste of Yorkshire.

WHAT CAN I DO WITH IT? It’s the perfect complement to any dessert or just sink a spoon straight into the tub and eat it.

WHERE CAN I GET IT? Regionally, Locally

OTHER GREAT TASTE AWARDS (2018): Guernsey Milk ★

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VIENNESE SUPREME ★ COFFEE CARE (NORTHERN COUNTIES) coffeecare.co.uk WHAT IS IT? A high quality arabica coffee with a hint of fig to add sweetness and round off the delicate, unique blend. Its light, refreshing flavour is enjoyable any time of day.

WHAT CAN I DO WITH IT? To experience this coffee at its best, use one heaped dessertspoon per cup in your cafetière or filter machine.

WHERE CAN I GET IT? Regionally, Locally, Online OTHER GREAT TASTE AWARDS (2018): Caffe Napoli ★

MRS BELL’ S BLUE ★★

SHEPHERDS PURSE ARTISAN CHEESES shepherdspurse.co.uk WHAT IS IT? Mrs Bell’s Blue is a creamy and mellow ewes’ milk blue cheese. It offers a beautiful balance of meadow, sweet milk with rich, salty and umami flavours.

WHAT CAN I DO WITH IT? Stir into warm pasta, melt on a freshly grilled steak or crumble into a pear salad.

WHERE CAN I GET IT? Nationally

OTHER GREAT TASTE AWARDS (2018):

Olde York ★★ Yorkshire Blue ★ Harrogate Blue ★

SLOE GIN TRUFFLES ★★ SLOEMOTION sloemotion.com WHAT IS IT? Gin-soaked sloes, too good to throw away, blended in ganache and rolled in dark Belgian chocolate.

WHAT CAN I DO WITH IT? These truffles make a unique after-dinner treat or an indulgent accompaniment to a morning coffee.

WHERE CAN I GET IT? Nationally

OTHER GREAT TASTE AWARDS (2018): Sloe Ruby ★

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ORGANIC LA SIERRA CLOUD FOREST COFFEE (MEXICO) ★ SOURCE CLIMATE CHANGE COFFEE sourceclimatechange.com WHAT IS IT? A fantastic speciality organic coffee that supports reforestation. Grown by 30 Mayan communities in the Ocote biosphere.

WHAT CAN I DO WITH IT? This smooth medium-dark roast coffee has a delicious praline nuttiness and is perfect for serving as a filter coffee, an espresso or latte.

WHERE CAN I GET IT? Nationally, Regionally, Locally, Online

WHITTAKER'S GIN WHITTAKER’S GIN

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whittakersgin.com WHAT IS IT? A 42% ABV London dry gin, incorporating hawthorn berries, bilberries, bog myrtle, garden thyme, lemon citrus.

WHAT CAN I DO WITH IT? Serve with lots of ice, a splash of plain tonic and garnish with woody garden thyme and juniper.

WHERE CAN I GET IT? Internationally, Nationally, Regionally, Locally OTHER GREAT TASTE AWARDS (2018):

Whittaker’s Gin - Pink Particular ★ Whittaker’s Gin - Clearly Sloe ★ Whittaker’s Gin - Navy Strength ★

STEM GINGER FLAPJACK ★★★ YORKSHIRE FLAPJACK yorkshireflapjack.co.uk WHAT IS IT? Produced in small batches, this flapjack is a mouth-watering experience thanks to the use of both stem and ground ginger.

WHAT CAN I DO WITH IT? It can be served with vanilla ice cream or as an accompaniment to a mug of Yorkshire Tea. WHERE CAN I GET IT? Nationally, Regionally, Locally, Online OTHER GREAT TASTE AWARDS (2018): Autumn Spice Flapjack ★

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CHOCOLATE & GINGER KREMETTE ★★ BECKLEBERRY’S beckleberrys.co.uk WHAT IS IT? Ginger infused Belgian chocolate cremeux with a soft caramel centre, on a gluten-free brownie base.

WHAT CAN I DO WITH IT? Best served with Beckleberry’s Cointreau & orange ice cream which complements all the flavour profiles in the Kremette.

WHERE CAN I GET IT? Locally

OTHER GREAT TASTE AWARDS (2018):

Almond & Orange Cake ★ Mango & Passion Fruit Sorbet With Clotted Cream Ice Cream Swirl ★

ORGANIC DARK CHOCOLATE WITH SRI LANKAN TURMERIC & BLACK PEPPER ★★ EAT YOUR HAT eatyourhat.com WHAT IS IT? A tablet of rich dark chocolate (70% cocoa), infused with turmeric and crushed black peppercorns. Organic, sustainable, astonishingly fair and utterly delicious.

WHAT CAN I DO WITH IT? It’s a luxury treat or the perfect gift for chocolate lovers.

WHERE CAN I GET IT? Internationally, Nationally, Regionally, Locally, Online OTHER GREAT TASTE AWARDS (2018):

Organic 95% cocoa Dark Chocolate from São Tomé ★ Organic Dark Chocolate with Brazilian Mandarin ★ Organic Milk Chocolate with Sri Lankan Cardamom ★

ANGLO- ITALIAN SAUSAGE ★★ IBBITSON’S ibbitsons.com WHAT IS IT? An outdoor-reared pork sausage, flavoured with fennel, garlic and herbs. Italian style, British quality.

WHAT CAN I DO WITH IT? Serve in ciabatta with rocket and mayonnaise. Also works well with sautéed potatoes and a spicy tomato sauce.

WHERE CAN I GET IT? Locally, Online

OTHER GREAT TASTE AWARDS (2018): Outdoor-reared Pork Belly ★

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HYDRABADI TARKA COOKING SAUCE ★★ AAGRAH FOODS aagrah.com WHAT IS IT? An Indian cooking sauce made with a unique spice blend. Free from nuts, gluten and anything artificial.

WHAT CAN I DO WITH IT? Cook with any meat, chicken or veg to create an authentic curry. Add some cream for a richer sauce.

WHERE CAN I GET IT? Regionally, Locally, Online OTHER GREAT TASTE AWARDS (2018):

Balti Tarka Cooking Sauce ★★ Achari Tarka Cooking Sauce ★ Handi Tarka Cooking Sauce ★

RASPBERRY & VANILLA JAM ★★ BLUEBERRY HILL PRESERVES blueberryhillpreserves.co.uk WHAT IS IT? A jam packed with luxuriously sweet raspberries and a hint of added vanilla.

WHAT CAN I DO WITH IT? Fantastic in a Victoria Sponge or served with scones and clotted cream. It’s also great with hot buttered toast, crumpets or freshly baked bread.

WHERE CAN I GET IT? Nationally

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DEER HILL ★★ DARK WOODS COFFEE darkwoodscoffee.co.uk WHAT IS IT? New for 2018, a directly sourced and handroasted coffee blend with a big, chocolatey character.

WHAT CAN I DO WITH IT? The perfect espresso blend, for use in coffee shops and at home. Available as whole beans or ground.

WHERE CAN I GET IT? Nationally, Regionally, Locally, Online OTHER GREAT TASTE AWARDS (2018):

Common Grounds Barrel Aged Coffee ★★★ Crow Tree ★★ Panama La Huella “Cafe de Panama” Natural ★★

ORGANIC ESPRESSO LANDSCAPE BLEND ★★ GRUMPY MULE grumpymule.co.uk WHAT IS IT? A speciality, seasonal coffee blend that tastes great however you decide to brew it.

WHAT CAN I DO WITH IT? Use these beans either to make your perfect morning caffeine fix or keep you topped up throughout the day.

WHERE CAN I GET IT? Nationally

OTHER GREAT TASTE AWARDS (2018):

Dark Peak Espresso Blend ★ Milestone Espresso Blend ★ Single Origin Guatemala ★

LEODIS DELI BLEND ★★ LEODIS COFFEE leodiscoffee.co.uk WHAT IS IT? A perfect all round espresso coffee with a smoky spice flavour and endless smooth chocolate undertones. Medium dark roast, made with 100% Arabica beans from Indonesia, Ethiopia and India.

WHAT CAN I DO WITH IT? Deli Blend is delicious served as an espresso or perfect for milky based drinks.

WHERE CAN I GET IT? Nationally, Regionally, Locally, Online

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YORKSHIRE PARKIN CAKE ★ LOTTIE SHAW’S lottieshaws.co.uk WHAT IS IT? Our unique cake is baked using the perfect blend of oatmeal, syrup, black treacle and ginger.

WHAT CAN I DO WITH IT? Serve in winter with caramel sauce, and with strawberries and cream in the summer. Great any day of the year with a pot of tea.

WHERE CAN I GET IT? Nationally, Regionally, Locally, Online

SEEDED MALTHOUSE ★ ROGERS BAKERY rogersbakery.com WHAT IS IT? A rustic seeded loaf with an open texture and a slight hint of sourness and nuttiness.

WHAT CAN I DO WITH IT? Makes a wonderful sandwich, excellent with soup and great for toast.

WHERE CAN I GET IT? Locally

OTHER GREAT TASTE AWARDS (2018): Overnight White Loaf ★

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GOLDEN FORK WINNER | Pipers Farm | Saddleback Pork Steaks

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SOUTH WEST ENGLAND Devon’s Pipers Farm has done it again and this year its Wessex Saddleback pork steaks – sourced from a partner farm in Somerset – have wowed the judges with their texture and flavour t’s hard to find a more bucolic scene than Pipers Farm in Devon. Set among rolling hills and valleys just north of Exeter, Peter and Henri Grieg’s 50-acre “little patch of England” (as they put it) is made up of small fields, bordered by 400-yearold hedgerows, where traditional grasses, clover and herbs run riot in the rich red soil.

The prime pastures support native Red Ruby Cattle and Suffolk sheep, while Saddleback pigs root around in ancient orchards munching windfall apples, unearthing turnips and wallowing in mud.

The family’s small-scale approach has environmental benefits, say the couple, who abandoned industrial farming practices 30 years ago and now partner with other family farms across Devon and Somerset.

One such business is owned by the Snell family in Somerset, which supplies the company with the Wessex Saddleback pork for its Golden Fork-winning neck steaks.

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Spending their entire lives outside with farrowing arks for cover, the pigs are a native West Country breed, immediately recognisable from their distinctive colouring – black with a white ‘saddle’ across their shoulders and legs.

The piglets are left with their mother for

ABOVE ALL ELSE,OUR MEAT NEEDS TO TASTE FANTASTIC eight weeks after birth, explains Peter, so they can build up a natural immunity via the milk and reach maturity without antibiotics.

Moving onto foraging and grazing, the pigs are reared on vegetables and fodder beet.

“We’re motivated by many things at Pipers Farm, from animal welfare and sustainable land management to the future of family run farms, but above all else our meat needs to taste fantastic,” says Grieg.

It’s mission accomplished if the comments of Great Taste judges are anything to go by. “Full frontal flavour”, was how one described the neck steaks, which are hung on the bone for three weeks.

And Peter says everyone is winning thanks to the Snells’ re-introduction of traditional farming practices. “The family is happy, the pigs are properly farrowed and live outside for their entire lives and the land is benefiting into the bargain.” pipersfarm.com HOW TO USE IT: Simply season with salt and pepper then fry in a cast iron pan on a high heat for four minutes each side.

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DELI FARM CHARCUTERIE delifarmcharcuterie.co.uk

WHAT IS IT? A little pot of spicy anchovy relish, that packs a huge flavour. Use sparingly!

WHAT CAN I DO WITH IT? Add it to hot buttered toast and top with scrambled egg, melt it onto a steak, or spread it on a plain biscuit.

WHERE CAN I GET IT? Nationally

OTHER GREAT TASTE AWARDS (2018): Cornish Biltong with Coriander ★

TRELEAVENS AGEN PRUNE & ARMAGNAC ICE CREAM ★★ TRELEAVENS ICE CREAM treleavens.co.uk WHAT IS IT? Dairy ice cream with Agen prunes and Armagnac.

WHAT CAN I DO WITH IT? Delicious on its own or as an accompaniment to winter puddings.

WHERE CAN I GET IT? Regionally

OTHER GREAT TASTE AWARDS (2018):

Mango Sorbet ★★ Vodka Pink Grapefruit Sorbet ★★ Irish Coffee Ice Cream ★

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ORGANIC FENNEL FUDGE ★ DEVON COTTAGE ORGANIC FUDGE devoncottagefudge.co.uk WHAT IS IT? Traditional with a modern twist, this handmade fennel fudge is deliciously aniseedy.

Organic, Fairtrade and free from palm oil and gluten, too.

WHAT CAN I DO WITH IT? It’s ready to eat and great to share.

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SICILIAN LEMONADE ★★ LUSCOMBE DRINKS luscombe.co.uk WHAT IS IT? A classic still lemonade made with sharp organic Sicilian lemons, and rounded off with an indulgent splash of Madagascan bourbon vanilla.

WHAT CAN I DO WITH IT? Perfect served chilled or over ice.

WHERE CAN I GET IT? Nationally, Regionally, Locally, Online OTHER GREAT TASTE AWARDS (2018): Cucumber Tonic ★★ Sicilian Bitter Lemon ★ Damascene Rose Bubbly ★

SHARPHAM CREMET ★★ SHARPHAM WINE AND CHEESE sharpham.com WHAT IS IT? A soft mould-ripened goats’ milk cheese enriched with the addition of cows’ cream. Unique in the UK. WHAT CAN I DO WITH IT? A must for the cheeseboard but can be used in risotto or any dish where melted cheese is the crowning glory.

WHERE CAN I GET IT? Nationally, Regionally, Locally, Online OTHER GREAT TASTE AWARDS (2018): Sharpham Washbourne Sheep Cheese ★★ Sharpham Soft Cheese ★

HAND- PICKED BERRIES JAM ★ THE TINY MARMALADE CO thetinymarmalade.com WHAT IS IT? A vibrant, fresh blend of ripe British blackberries, raspberries, strawberries, blueberries and gooseberries.

WHAT CAN I DO WITH IT? Try it on your morning toast, perhaps with some extra virgin olive oil instead of butter.

WHERE CAN I GET IT? Nationally, Online

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BEE STING Bee Sting was described by judges as having the flavour of sun ripened pears, not too sweet, well-crafted & elegant.

An expertly crafted crisp Somerset cider described by the judges as a well thought out recipe which is blended beautifully.

Lilley’s Rhubarb Cider is sweet and full of rhubarb flavour with a tart edge.

Bee Sting is a medium sweet perry oozing with striking flavours, with a glorious pear aroma.

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BLACKCURRANT BEAUTY ★★★ CHOCOCO chococo.co.uk WHAT IS IT? Blackcurrant pâte des fruits layered with fresh Dorset cream and Madagascan dark chocolate ganache infused with British Cassis.

WHAT CAN I DO WITH IT? Delicious enjoyed at any time. Best eaten fresh from one of Chococo’s Chocolate Houses, in Swanage, Winchester, Exeter or Horsham.

WHERE CAN I GET IT? Locally, Online

OTHER GREAT TASTE AWARDS (2018):

Purely Pistachio Chocolate ★★ 65% Madagascar Mega Milk bar ★★ Chocolate Salami ★★

ORGANIC PURE BUTTER PUFF PASTRY ★★ DORSET PASTRY dorsetpastry.com WHAT IS IT? This buttery artisan puff pastry consists of more than 700 laminations and is made using the finest British ingredients.

WHAT CAN I DO WITH IT? Use it for sweet or savoury recipes. It’s as ideal for pies and canapes as it is for tarts and desserts.

WHERE CAN I GET IT? Nationally, Regionally, Locally OTHER GREAT TASTE AWARDS (2018):

Premium Pure Butter Puff Pastry ★

GLOUCESTERSHIRE

BRITISH POLO GIN - ORGANIC BOTANICAL ★★★ BRITISH POLO GIN britishpologin.co.uk WHAT IS IT? 100% organic and quadruple-distilled. The only gin to win a Great Taste three-star this year.

WHAT CAN I DO WITH IT? Best enjoyed on the rocks or in a G&T with strawberry and basil. Alternatively, deploy it in British Polo’s signature Chukka Cocktail.

WHERE CAN I GET IT? Internationally, Nationally, Regionally, Locally, Online

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FALAFELEAT MIX ★ FALAFELEAT falafeleat.co.uk WHAT IS IT? A fresh handmade vegan and gluten-free chickpea and herb mix, flavoured with a speciality spice blend.

WHAT CAN I DO WITH IT? The mix is ready to be formed into traditional falafel balls for deep frying or patties for pan-frying or grilling. Can also be frozen for later use.

WHERE CAN I GET IT? Locally

100% APRICOT FRUIT SPREAD ★★ FOREST BOUNTY forestbounty.co.uk WHAT IS IT? Natural and pure 100% Apricot fruit spread that will excite your taste buds!

WHAT CAN I DO WITH IT? Enjoy it straight from the jar.

It’s also very versatile. Use it instead of standard jams on yoghurt, ice cream, cereal or bread, or in cakes and bakes.

WHERE CAN I GET IT? Nationally, Regionally, Locally, Online OTHER GREAT TASTE AWARDS (2018):

Granny’s Secret Blackcurrant Fruit & Honey spread ★ Granny’s Secret Apricot Fruit & Honey spread ★

TRADITIONAL EASTER BISCUITS ★★ THE CRUSTY LOAF the-crusty-loaf.co.uk WHAT IS IT? Buttery, spicy handmade biscuits, flavoured with Oil of Cassia.

WHAT CAN I DO WITH IT? Crumble over your favourite ice cream, or enjoy them as they are with a cuppa. Why wait until Easter?

WHERE CAN I GET IT? Regionally, Locally

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ORIGINAL COLA ★ LOVELY DRINKS lovelydrinks.co.uk WHAT IS IT? An all-natural cola made with botanicals including orange, lime, cinnamon, nutmeg, coriander, and lavender.

WHAT CAN I DO WITH IT? Mix with an artisan British rum, fresh lime juice and ice for a handcrafted Cuba Libre.

WHERE CAN I GET IT? Nationally, Regionally, Locally, Online OTHER GREAT TASTE AWARDS (2018):

Sour Cherry Cola ★ Raspberry Lemonade ★ Elderflower Pressé ★

ORGANIC WHITE SPELT FLOUR ★★ SHARPHAM PARK sharphampark.com WHAT IS IT? Organic white spelt flour milled at Sharpham Park’s farm on the Somerset Levels.

WHAT CAN I DO WITH IT? A light and versatile flour that makes delicious cakes and biscuits, as well as a beautifully crunchy loaf.

WHERE CAN I GET IT? Internationally, Nationally, Regionally, Locally, Online OTHER GREAT TASTE AWARDS (2018):

Organic Pearled Spelt ★ Date & Coconut Muesli ★

PORK,CHICKEN,HAM & APRICOT PIE ★★★ THE UNUSUAL PORK PIE COMPANY theunusualporkpiecompany.co.uk WHAT IS IT? A pie featuring local pork, chicken, gammon ham and apricots.

WHAT CAN I DO WITH IT? Fantastic as a starter or as a cold meal alternative. Great hot, better cold, as all ingredients come together.

WHERE CAN I GET IT? Locally, Online

OTHER GREAT TASTE AWARDS (2018): Chunky Steak with Caramelised Onion and Balsamic vinegar ★★★

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GOLDEN FORK WINNER | SuperValu | Signature Tastes Smoked Rack of Bacon

While meat at some supermarkets is of dubious quality, that’s not the case at Irish chain SuperValu, which has bagged an award for a smoked bacon rack produced with tender, traceable Hampshire breed pork mall artisan producers are the backbone of Great Taste for good reason. Passionate people using quality ingredients and traditional craft skills are hard to beat.

But there are exceptions. SuperValu in the Republic of Ireland is a case in point.

Part of the Musgrave Group and with 220 stores across the country, the multiple retailer launched a range of fresh pork products under its Signature Tastes brand in 2016 that took provenance to new heights.

In last year’s Great Taste, numerous products from the range picked up awards, including a smoked bacon silverside and ham fillet.

This year its smoked rack of bacon did even better, with a three-star and a Golden Fork.

Part of the secret to the range’s success is that it is 100% Irish pork from Hampshire breed pigs – one of the oldest in the country.

“All our own-brand pork was already Irish, but by using the Hampshire breed that

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is taking provenance to that extra level,” says Denise Shannon, who works in the retailer’s fresh meat product development department. “The meat is naturally leaner and pink in colour, and also succulent.”

Developed with Roscommon-based meat processor Oliver Carty, the rack is made with Hampshire pork from local farmer Luke Bogue, which is hung, wetcured and smoked over beechwood. The final joint can be roasted whole or split into separate chops, says Denise.

“It’s a real occasion centrepiece that goes well at Christmas and Easter time. What

THIS TAKES PROVENANCE TO THAT EXTRA LEVEL. THE MEAT IS NATURALLY LEANER,AND ALSO SUCCULENT. we wanted was to go back to a traditional old-style joint. Not just another processed product, but something consumers can really believe in.”

Musgrave trading manager Colm Lordan, who worked on the project with Denise, adds that the product has been selling well since it hit the shelves in November 2017.

“It’s a premium product and sales are up because people want real provenance. For us, it’s all about heritage and traceback.” supervalu.ie HOW TO USE IT: A great cut for barbecuing. Baste with a blend of brown sugar, maple syrup, orange and garam masala spices for a sweet and sticky aromatic glaze.

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POSITIVELY PEA & DISTINCTLY MINTY SOUP ★ CULLY AND SULLY cullyandsully.com WHAT IS IT? This smooth-style soup is made with fresh ingredients that your granny would have in her kitchen. It is naturally gluten-free, without any nasty thickeners.

WHAT CAN I DO WITH IT? Just heat it in the microwave and enjoy from the tub or pretend you’re dining out by following the on-pack serving suggestions.

WHERE CAN I GET IT? Internationally

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SICILIAN LIME CURD ROULADE ★★ FUSCO FAMILY HANDMADE DESSERTS fuscofoods.com WHAT IS IT? A soft meringue sheet filled with fresh dairy cream and a delicious, zingy lime curd. Hand-rolled and hand-cut.

WHAT CAN I DO WITH IT? Serve it sliced with fresh berries or fruit.

WHERE CAN I GET IT? Internationally, Nationally, Regionally, Locally OTHER GREAT TASTE AWARDS (2018):

Belgian Chocolate & Black Cherry Roulade ★★ Raspberry & Toasted Almond Roulade ★★ Belgian Chocolate Pavlova with Coconut ★

TROPICAL RED ★★ KHANYA CRAFT COFFEE khanyacraftcoffee.com WHAT IS IT? Single origin Red Bourbon coffee offering a natural sweetness and notes of dark chocolate, cherry, macadamia nut.

Full bodied with vibrant acidity and a creamy rich texture.

WHAT CAN I DO WITH IT? Works in all speciality drinks, from espresso to Cappuccino, and serves beautifully as a filter coffee too.

WHERE CAN I GET IT? Nationally, Online OTHER GREAT TASTE AWARDS (2018):

Rwandan Single Origin ★★ CapCan blend - Balanced Coffee ★ Yirgacheffe - Wild and Beautiful ★

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ARTISAN PIZZA BASE ★ PIZZA DA PIERO pizzadapiero.ie WHAT IS IT? Handcrafted by Piero for authentic Italian flavour, this pizza base is made with natural ingredients using a sourdough process with over two days’ fermentation.

WHAT CAN I DO WITH IT? Top it with whatever ingredients you want. These pizza bases suit all tastes, from meat lovers to vegans.

WHERE CAN I GET IT? Nationally

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CAHILL'S BALINTUBBER CHEDDAR WITH CHIVES ★ CAHILL’S FARM CHEESE cahillscheese.ie WHAT IS IT? Cahill’s white cheddar with an even distribution of crunchy chives – handcrafted on the family farm.

WHAT CAN I DO WITH IT? It’s a wonderful addition to any cheese board or recipe which calls for cheese. Serve with a full-bodied wine such as Shiraz or Cabernet.

WHERE CAN I GET IT? Internationally

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CROZIER BLUE ★★ CASHEL FARMHOUSE CHEESEMAKERS cashelblue.com WHAT IS IT? A 100% sheep’s milk, aged, Irish farmhouse country cheese with a gentle blue character.

WHAT CAN I DO WITH IT? Enjoy Crozier’s depth of flavour on its own, or with a simple unsalted cracker and maybe a glass of Sauternes.

WHERE CAN I GET IT? Internationally, Online OTHER GREAT TASTE AWARDS (2018): Cashel Blue Organic ★★ Cashel Blue ★

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HERITAGE CURE RACK OF BACON ★★ JAMES WHELAN BUTCHERS jameswhelanbutchers.com WHAT IS IT? A heritage rack of bacon, cured and lightly smoked over beechwood chips for an exceptional flavour.

WHAT CAN I DO WITH IT? A delicious joint with beautiful caramelisation. This is a party piece!

WHERE CAN I GET IT? Nationally, Online OTHER GREAT TASTE AWARDS (2018):

Pork Lard ★★ Breakfast Roulade ★ Rack of Lamb ★

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POACHERS PREMIUM CITRUS TONIC WATER ★★ POACHERS PREMIUM IRISH MIXERS poacherswell.com WHAT IS IT? A citrus tonic made with Irish spring water, natural quinine and finished with handpicked Irish rosemary.

WHAT CAN I DO WITH IT? The perfect accompaniment for premium gin or as an adult drink with a cube of ice and a sprig of rosemary.

WHERE CAN I GET IT? Internationally, Nationally, Online OTHER GREAT TASTE AWARDS (2018): Poachers Premium Classic Irish Tonic Water ★ Poachers Premium Wild Irish Tonic Water ★

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GOLDEN FORK WINNER | Natural Umber | Organic Apple Cider Vinegar

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NORTHERN IRELAND The Mackle family has been growing apples in Co Armagh for more than half a century, predominantly to supply them for pie fillings. But its latest product – an organic cider vinegar – is a more healthy proposition. f you thought vinegar was just for putting on chips, you’ve been missing out.

Apple cider vinegar has long been used as a home remedy for indigestion and fighting off colds, but has more recently been credited with lowering blood pressure and helping weight loss.

Natural Umber from Co Armagh in Northern Ireland is one of the newest names in this rapidly expanding niche. Named because of its dark golden hue, the organic apple cider vinegar was launched at the start of 2018 and is the brainchild of the Mackle family, which has been growing and processing apples for pie fillings for over 50 years. “I’ve worked with apples all my life and we felt we could make a product that would stand out,” says MD Michael Mackle.

To make the vinegar, the company first produces cider from organic Bramley, Gala and Braeburn apples, which is then allowed to sour with the help of ‘The Mother’ – a cloudy community of bacteria, which turns the alcohol into vinegar.

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“The Mother is similar to how motherdough is used in sourdough,” explains Michael. “First the yeast turns the sugar into alcohol to make cider, then the

A LOT OF CIDER VINEGARS ARE PASTEURISED AND FILTERED, BUT WE , DON T DO EITHER bacteria in the mother turns the alcohol into acid, which gives you the vinegar. A lot of cider vinegars are pasteurised and filtered, but we don’t do either. The mother is the soul of the product. It’s where there is an awful lot of nutrients, so we leave it in.”

Since launching Natural Umber the company has been swamped with messages from customers raving about how it has helped everything from reflux to arthritis. “We’re careful about the claims we make, but we do get some amazing unsolicited comments on Facebook.

Health benefits aside, it was the vibrant apple flavour of Natural Umber, which caught the attention of Great Taste judges.

“We use a special process, which brings the taste of the apples forward,” he explains.

“You need about 1kg of apples for a litre of standard of cider vinegar. We use 4kg of apples.”

Mother knows best. naturalumber.com HOW TO USE IT: People sip a spoonful of Natural Umber every day as a way to fight off colds and ‘flu, but it’s delicious as an ingredient in drinks and cooking.

Add a splash to mineral water and ice for a refreshing drink or give your salad dressings an apple-y kick.

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KELP SPICED RELISH ★ ISLANDER KELP islanderkelp.com WHAT IS IT? A fine-textured, piquant, spiced relish. Verdant, ocean fresh, not salty, organically farmed kelp (28%). It’s vegan-friendly too.

WHAT CAN I DO WITH IT? It can be served as a dip, a topping for European- and Asian-style dishes, on speciality burgers, with seafood or added to stir fries.

WHERE CAN I GET IT? Internationally, Nationally, Regionally OTHER GREAT TASTE AWARDS (2018): Kelp Noodles ★★ Kelp Relish ★

UTOPIAN STOUT 8% ★★★

LACADA BREWERY CO-OPERATIVE lacadabrewery.com WHAT IS IT? A silky, smooth stout, almost vinous. It has a complex array of chocolate, vanilla, and raisin flavours.

WHAT CAN I DO WITH IT? Serve at room temperature. Great on its own or with a good whiskey, cheese or chocolate on the side.

WHERE CAN I GET IT? Regionally

OTHER GREAT TASTE AWARDS (2018): East the Beast 6% IPA ★

SALTED ALMOND ICE CREAM ★★★ MAUDS ICE CREAMS mauds.com WHAT IS IT? Real dairy ice cream made using fresh milk and double cream, almonds, and sea salt from Beara, Ireland.

WHAT CAN I DO WITH IT? Wonderful on its own or ideal when partnered with a dark chocolate torte.

WHERE CAN I GET IT? Regionally, Locally OTHER GREAT TASTE AWARDS (2018): Poor Bear’s Delight Ice Cream ★ Irish Atlantic Sea-Salted Caramel Ice Cream ★

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Altogether more.

Customers love Northern Ireland’s multi-award winning food and drink products We have a superb track record at the Great Taste Awards, Irish Quality Food Awards and the Blas na hEireann Awards.

It’s the combination of our quality environment and innovative producers who are dedicated to traceability, passionate about quality and driven to go the extra mile.

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SIMPLY PUDDINGS STICKY TOFFEE PUDDING ★★ DAVISON’S davisoncanners.com WHAT IS IT? An irresistible, moist and rich date sponge, covered with a sweet and sticky toffee sauce. Made in small batches, with carefully selected ingredients for that homemade taste.

WHAT CAN I DO WITH IT? Perfect cooked in either an oven or a microwave. Serve it with cream, ice cream or custard.

WHERE CAN I GET IT? Nationally, Regionally, Locally

KILNASAGGART MEAD ★★★ O’HAGAN’S MEADERY ohagansmeadery.com WHAT IS IT? A medium-sweet, clean and complex pyment mead brewed from raw honey in small batches.

WHAT CAN I DO WITH IT? Serve cold, on its own or as an exciting alternative to dessert wine – it pairs well with cherry and nuts.

WHERE CAN I GET IT? Regionally, Locally

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DELI LITES ASIAN BESPOKE BOWL ★★ DELI LITES delilites.com WHAT IS IT? Teriyaki noodles with wasabi chicken, chilli, pineapple, edamame beans, pickled carrots, radish and ginger.

WHAT CAN I DO WITH IT? It’s ideal for on-the-go consumers looking for healthier, fuller-for-longer options that deliver on taste and texture.

WHERE CAN I GET IT? Nationally

OTHER GREAT TASTE AWARDS (2018): Deli Lites Italian Bespoke Bowl ★

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LEMON MERINGUE ICE CREAM ★ GLASTRY FARM ICE CREAM glastryfarm.com WHAT IS IT? Lemon ice cream with zesty homemade lemon and lime curd and crunchy meringue drizzled throughout.

WHAT CAN I DO WITH IT? Serve as an accompaniment to desserts, scoop into a pastry base to create a “Lemon Meringue pie”, or simply enjoy it on its own.

WHERE CAN I GET IT? Internationally, Nationally, Regionally, Locally

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FREE RANGE EGGS ★ CAVANAGH FREE RANGE EGGS awardwinningeggs.com WHAT IS IT? Free range eggs suitable for retail and catering.

WHAT CAN I DO WITH IT? They can be boiled, poached, fried or used as an ingredient in savoury and sweet dishes.

WHERE CAN I GET IT? Regionally

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BLACKBERRY & HAWTHORN VINEGAR ★★ EN-PLACE FOODS en-placefoods.com WHAT IS IT? A Bramley apple & hedgerow infused vinegar that combines ripe blackberry fruit with the dry tannins of hawthorn and a hit of honey sweetness. Contains no sulphites or refined sugars.

WHAT CAN I DO WITH IT? Use it in cocktails, dressings and sauces.

Drizzle on ice creams and fruit desserts. Glaze meat and vegetables before roasting and grilling.

WHERE CAN I GET IT? Regionally, Locally OTHER GREAT TASTE AWARDS (2018):

Apple & Elderflower Vinegar ★★ Elderberry Vinegar ★★

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GOLDEN FORK WINNER | Caws Teifi Cheese | Celtic Promise

You might smell Celtic Promise before you see it but this cheese is at its most remarkable when it hits the palate. Caws Teifi’s powerful creation has won numerous accolades but this year it won a Golden Fork. eltic Promise is proof that you shouldn’t always trust your nose. Give the sticky orange rind of this Welsh cows’ milk cheese a sniff and you’ll get a pungent blast that, to the uninitiated, could be overwhelming.

But nibble on a slice and the experience is completely different. Sweet, creamy, with a mellow savoury depth, it’s undeniably a powerful cheese but one that is rich, complex and fully rounded.

“The pungency is all in the rind, but the paste is creamy and has a lovely semi-soft texture,” says cheesemaker John SavageOnstwedder. “They balance each other.”

It’s a combination that has made Celtic Promise a serial award-winner, including twice being named Supreme Champion at the British Cheese Awards. And now, there’s this year’s Great Taste success.

“Celtic Promise is the most highly

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THE PUNGENCY IS ALL IN THE RIND,BUT THE PASTE IS CREAMY awarded raw milk cheese in Britain,” says John. “The reason it’s won so many awards is because of the raw milk. It gives you a flavour with a start, a middle and an end.”

The son of a Dutch father and Scottish mother, John set up Caws Teifi Cheese at Glynhynod Farm in Ceredigion’s beautiful Teifi Valley in the early 1980s. Celtic Promise was developed with legendary affineur (maturer) James Aldridge in 1995 and is made with unpasteurised milk from a nearby farm. The initial cheese follows a Caerphilly recipe, but is then washed with brine and wine or cider as it matures to create a sticky rind.

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humidity all make a big difference,” adds John. “We made lots of mistakes in the early days. It took us a couple of years to really get on top of it.”

The timing couldn’t have been better with washed rind cheeses becoming increasingly popular among Brits, who have developed a taste for funkier flavours.

“People’s tastebuds are changing,” he says. “When I came to Wales 35 years ago, people thought yoghurt was exotic. Now they’ve been to France and tried Brie de Meaux and Epoisses.” teificheese.co.uk HOW TO USE IT: A glass of medium dry cider is a good match for farmhouse funk, but the cheese also pairs well with a meaty Pinot Noir or strong Belgian ale.

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WELSH HONEY & PEANUT BUTTER SWIRL MARSHMALLOW ★ POBIBAKE pobibake.co.uk WHAT IS IT? A small-batch, artisan marshmallow that fuses crunchy peanut butter with local Welsh honey.

WHAT CAN I DO WITH IT? Devour straight from the packet, toast it, dip it or use as a dreamy topping to a luxurious hot chocolate.

WHERE CAN I GET IT? Regionally, Locally, Online

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BIO-LIVE NATURAL YOGURT ★ LLAETH Y LLAN / THE VILLAGE DAIRY villagedairy.co.uk WHAT IS IT? Natural yogurt made using grass-fed milk from local Red Tractorassured farms.

WHAT CAN I DO WITH IT? Naturally high in protein, the yogurt is a perfect addition to breakfast with fruits, cereals or smoothies. It’s also great for baking.

WHERE CAN I GET IT? Nationally, Regionally

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ORGANIC MOJITO GREEN TEA ★★ CARSLAKE TEA CO. carslaketea.co.uk WHAT IS IT? A green tea, flavoured with spearmint, lemon and lemongrass to produce a tea reminiscent of a Mojito cocktail.

WHAT CAN I DO WITH IT? Mojito green tea is ideal hot, but can also be served as a light and refreshing iced tea.

WHERE CAN I GET IT? Locally, Online

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MASCARPONE & CARAMELISED FIG ICE CREAM ★★★ FORTE’S ICE CREAM fortesicecream.co.uk WHAT IS IT? Ripe sweet caramelised figs folded delicately into a rich, creamy mascarpone ice cream.

WHAT CAN I DO WITH IT? Smooth and rich but subtle in taste, this ice cream could accompany most pastry desserts but is best savoured solo.

WHERE CAN I GET IT? Regionally, Locally OTHER GREAT TASTE AWARDS (2018): Mango Sorbet ★★

MWSH ★★ PURPLE MOOSE BREWERY purplemoose.co.uk WHAT IS IT? A Kölsch-style lager brewed using lager malt and German hops.

WHAT CAN I DO WITH IT? Serve slightly chilled, at between 6°C and 8°C. WHERE CAN I GET IT? Regionally, Locally, Online OTHER GREAT TASTE AWARDS (2018): Chocolate Moose ★

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WHOOSH ★★ UNTAPPED BREWING COMPANY untappedbrew.com WHAT IS IT? A fresh, zesty session IPA. Dry-hopped with Citra for maximum flavour and refreshment.

WHAT CAN I DO WITH IT? Perfect for any gathering of friends or family, this beer is a crowd-pleaser.

Available in bottle and cask.

WHERE CAN I GET IT? Regionally, Locally, Online OTHER GREAT TASTE AWARDS (2018): Triple S Stout ★ Ember Old Style Ale ★

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WALES PEMBROKESHIRE

ORIGINAL BILTONG ★★ FROM OUR FARM fromourfarm.co.uk WHAT IS IT? Gourmet biltong made from the producer’s own prime, home-reared beef and seasoned with garlic, coriander and pepper.

WHAT CAN I DO WITH IT? Enjoy as a convenient snack, as part of an hors d’oeuvres or enhance any recipe that requires a rich, beef flavour.

WHERE CAN I GET IT? Nationally, Online OTHER GREAT TASTE AWARDS (2018): Chilli Biltong ★

SEA SALT WITH SICHUAN PEPPER ★★ PEMBROKESHIRE SEA SALT CO. pembrokeshireseasalt.co.uk WHAT IS IT? Flavoursome sea salt featuring the citrusy heat of sichuan pepper.

WHAT CAN I DO WITH IT? It’s extremely versatile. Use with meat, fish or vegetarian dishes. Perfect for pork crackling or crispy duck, in stir-fries, or on roasted veg.

WHERE CAN I GET IT? Nationally, Regionally, Locally, Online OTHER GREAT TASTE AWARDS (2018): Natural Sea Salt ★

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COURGETTE & PEPPER RELISH ★★ THE POTTING SHED discoverdelicious.wales/producers/the-potting-shed/ WHAT IS IT? A colourful and appealing mix of diced fresh vegetables in a beautifully balanced sweet-sharp sauce.

WHAT CAN I DO WITH IT? Very versatile. Use it as a dip, sandwich filling, or in burgers and hotdogs. Also a great addition to a ploughman’s lunch.

WHERE CAN I GET IT? Regionally, Locally, Online

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THE WELSH JERKY CO welshjerky.com

WHAT IS IT? This hand-sliced and seasoned airdried snack is made using the freshest ingredients and the highest quality 100% traceable Welsh beef.

WHAT CAN I DO WITH IT? Enjoy this high-protein snack on the go, at the office, in the gym or with a well-earned pint.

WHERE CAN I GET IT? Regionally, Locally, Online

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MONTY'S DARK SECRET ★★★ MONTY’S BREWERY montysbrewery.co.uk WHAT IS IT? A 5.6% full-bodied oatmeal stout, brewed with barley and oats – but with the gluten removed.

WHAT CAN I DO WITH IT? This rich oatmeal stout is great on its own, but also goes well with a slice of bara brith or a roast beef dinner.

WHERE CAN I GET IT? Internationally, Nationally, Regionally, Locally, Online OTHER GREAT TASTE AWARDS (2018): Masquerade ★

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HEARTSEASE FARM FIERY GINGER BEER ★ RADNOR HILLS radnorhills.co.uk WHAT IS IT? Using its own spring water, Radnor Hills blends this ginger beer using natural ingredients and an extra kick of hot ginger.

WHAT CAN I DO WITH IT? It’s the perfect non-alcoholic alternative but also works well as a mixer.

WHERE CAN I GET IT? Regionally

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BONED SADDLE OF WELSH LAMB ★★ GLAM LAMB glamlamb.co.uk WHAT IS IT? Boned and rolled saddle of Welsh lamb. Free-range, grass-fed, fresh from Glam Lamb’s farm.

WHAT CAN I DO WITH IT? This impressive roasting joint can be served as a table centrepiece on any occasion.

WHERE CAN I GET IT? Online

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GOLDEN FORK WINNER | Argyll Smokery | Kiln Roasted Salmon

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SCOTLAND Less fishy and richer in flavour than your average cold smoked fish, Argyll Smokery’s kiln roasted smoked salmon is a labour of love – and time et up in 2010, by Allan McDougall and Karen Baxter, the Argyll Smokery is a relative tiddler in the smoked salmon world, where companies count their histories in generations and turnovers in millions.

But the Dunoon-based producer has achieved a startling amount in its short life.

Its customers include stellar names, such as Waitrose, the House of Bruar and London wholesaler Capital Seafoods, which supplies iconic restaurants Scott’s and J Sheekey.

This rapid rise makes more sense when you discover that Allan has been involved in the salmon industry for 30 years, working for companies including Inverawe and Loch Fyne, where he met Baxter.

“We always wanted to set up our own business so we just went for it in 2010,” he says. “It’s been an exciting time.”

Cold smoked salmon is the mainstay of the business, but demand for kiln-roasted salmon is surprisingly strong, especially in Scotland. “In the South, people like traditional smoked salmon, but hot smoked

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gets more popular the further north you go,” he says. “I don’t know why that is, but it does have a richer flavour and is less fishy.”

Super fresh sides of salmon are sourced from a Scottish farm where Allan used to

I SPEND AN HOUR APPLYING THE CURE TO JUST 50 SALMON SIDES. MOST PRODUCERS WOULD LAUGH AT THAT. work, and are carefully cured by hand. “I spend an hour applying the cure to just 50 sides,” he says. “Most producers in the industry would laugh at that. They would do it in 10 minutes. But I take time to make sure every bit of the fish is covered.”

The sides are then cured for 16 hours, before being hot-smoked over oak whisky barrel chips for nine hours at up to 70°C. It’s a far cry from the corners that are cut by industrial processors, who use techniques such as brine injection and liquid smoke flavourings to speed up the process, boost yields and save money.

“We lose around 20% of the weight of the fish during curing and smoking, when the industry standard is 5-10% or even lower,” he explains. “It means we get a firmer texture and the flavour is intensified.” argyllsmokery.com HOW TO USE IT: Keep it simple by warming the kiln roasted smoked salmon in the oven and serving with a little crème fraiche and a twist of lemon, or try with a creamy whisky sauce and a wee dram of Allan McDougall’s favourite Springbank Single Malt.

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GRANITE NORTH GIN ★★ GRANITE NORTH SPIRITS granitenorthgin.com WHAT IS IT? A smooth juniper-forward handcrafted gin with subtle infusions of bay leaves and Grand Fir needles.

WHAT CAN I DO WITH IT? Enjoy Granite North Gin with a premium light tonic, rugged chunks of ice and garnished with a curl of fresh grapefruit peel.

WHERE CAN I GET IT? Nationally, Regionally, Locally, Online

RORA DAIRY NATURAL YOGURT ★ RORA DAIRY roradairy.co.uk WHAT IS IT? Rora Dairy yogurt is made using milk from the dairy’s own cows and blended with live culture.

WHAT CAN I DO WITH IT? It’s delicious on its own, with fruit and granola for breakfast and is a great ingredient for cooking.

WHERE CAN I GET IT? Nationally, Regionally, Locally

ARGYLLSHIRE

HOT KILN ROASTED SALMON ★★★ THE ARGYLL SMOKERY argyllsmokery.com WHAT IS IT? Scottish salmon – rich, moist, fullflavoured and smoked to perfection.

WHAT CAN I DO WITH IT? Served warmed in the oven or cold with a fresh salad.

WHERE CAN I GET IT? Nationally, Locally, Online OTHER GREAT TASTE AWARDS (2018):

Smoked Trout ★★★ Argyll Smoked Salmon ★★ Full-Flavoured Smoked Mussels ★

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SCOTLAND CAITHNESS

MEY SELECTIONS TRADITIONAL SCOTTISH OAK SMOKED SALMON ★★ MEY SELECTIONS meyselections.com WHAT IS IT? Traditional smoked salmon, dry cured then gently smoked over oak chips for a delicate flavour.

WHAT CAN I DO WITH IT? Ready to serve, it’s delicious with brown bread, butter and lemon wedges, scrambled eggs and asparagus, or pasta and cream.

WHERE CAN I GET IT? Internationally

OTHER GREAT TASTE AWARDS (2018): Mey Selections Traditional Scottish Gin ★

EAST LOTHIAN

CARAMEL BISCOFF ICE CREAM ★★ S. LUCA DAIRY ICE CREAM lucasicecream.co.uk WHAT IS IT? A luxury dairy ice cream with a spiced biscuit ripple and biscuit pieces.

WHAT CAN I DO WITH IT? A treat by itself and a delight when accompanying anything, from a cup of coffee to your favourite dessert.

WHERE CAN I GET IT? Regionally, Locally OTHER GREAT TASTE AWARDS (2018): Vanilla Ice Cream ★ Reduced Sugar Mango Ice Cream ★

EDINBURGH

DRINKS BISCUITS- PARMESAN, TOASTED PINE NUT & BASIL ★ THE DRINKS BAKERY thedrinksbakery.com WHAT IS IT? Rich, savoury biscuits made with the best Parmesan for a classic Italian flavour combination.

WHAT CAN I DO WITH IT? A premium and more thoughtful alternative to crisps and nuts, these biscuits are expertly flavour-profiled to match drinks.

WHERE CAN I GET IT? Nationally

OTHER GREAT TASTE AWARDS (2018):

Drinks Biscuits - Lancashire Cheese & Spring Onion ★

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PORK SALAMI ★ GREAT GLEN CHARCUTERIE greatglencharcuterie.com WHAT IS IT? Salami made with locally sourced Scottish Pork. It’s gently spiced with black pepper and available whole or in sliced catering packs.

WHAT CAN I DO WITH IT? This is a Great British alternative to Continental salamis, from the deli counter or on charcuterie boards.

WHERE CAN I GET IT? Nationally

ISLE OF LEWIS

SMOKED SALMON ★ UIG LODGE SMOKED SALMON uiglodge.co.uk WHAT IS IT? Finest Atlantic farmed salmon, dry salt cured and oak-smoked on the Isle of Lewis in the Outer Hebrides.

WHAT CAN I DO WITH IT? Serve simply with thinly sliced brown bread, pepper and, if you like, a slice of lemon.

WHERE CAN I GET IT? Nationally, Online

ORKNEY ISLANDS

SEA GLASS GIN ★ DEERNESS DISTILLERY deernessdistillery.com WHAT IS IT? Carefully crafted and traditionally distilled in the Orkney Islands, Sea Glass Gin takes you on a pleasurable sensory journey.

WHAT CAN I DO WITH IT? For the perfect serve, use ice with a measure of Sea Glass Gin, a premium tonic, and garnish with kiwi and blueberries.

WHERE CAN I GET IT? Nationally, Online

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DUNNET BAY DISTILLERS Premium Scottish Spirits

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BERE MALT VINEGAR★★ ORKNEY CRAFT VINEGAR orkneycraftvinegar.com WHAT IS IT? Made in the slow, old-fashioned way, this vinegar is matured in oak whiskey barrels for a year.

WHAT CAN I DO WITH IT? It’s great with shellfish and for dressings but could become your cooking essential. Move over balsamic, Bere Malt has arrived.

WHERE CAN I GET IT? Nationally, Regionally, Locally, Online OTHER GREAT TASTE AWARDS (2018): Honey & Meadowsweet Vinegar ★

RHUBARB OLD TOM ★ ORKNEY GIN COMPANY orkneygincompany.co.uk WHAT IS IT? A full-strength gin, made using spicy and zesty botanicals that complement perfectly sweetened Scottish rhubarb.

WHAT CAN I DO WITH IT? Serve with Indian tonic and orange peel, or ginger ale. Perfect served alone over ice, too.

WHERE CAN I GET IT? Nationally, Regionally, Locally, Online OTHER GREAT TASTE AWARDS (2018): Johnsmas ★ Mikkelmas ★

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SCOTLAND OUTER HEBRIDES

STORNOWAY WHITE PUDDING ★ CHARLES MACLEOD charlesmacleod.co.uk WHAT IS IT? A mealy pudding, made with Scottish oatmeal, onions and beef suet. Like black pudding, without the blood.

WHAT CAN I DO WITH IT? Stornoway White Pudding is delicious as part of a cooked breakfast, as a stuffing, or as an accompaniment to any meat.

WHERE CAN I GET IT? Nationally

OTHER GREAT TASTE AWARDS (2018): Stornoway Haggis ★

ORGANIC WA- KOUCHA ★ HEBRIDEAN TEA STORE hebrideanteastore.co.uk WHAT IS IT? A Japanese tea rarity. Traces of dark chocolate and cinnamon give this tea a unique elegance.

WHAT CAN I DO WITH IT? Enjoy purely on its own – no milk or sugar needed. It’s also nice with a bit of shortbread.

WHERE CAN I GET IT? Locally, Online

SALAR FLAKY SMOKED SALMON ★ SALAR SMOKEHOUSE salarsmokehouse.co.uk WHAT IS IT? A unique, hot-smoked flaky salmon, handmade in the Hebrides.

WHAT CAN I DO WITH IT? Ready to eat hot or cold, this salmon is perfect for salads, chowders and pâtés.

WHERE CAN I GET IT? Internationally, Nationally, Regionally, Locally, Online OTHER GREAT TASTE AWARDS (2018): Flaky Smoked Salmon with Honey & Thyme ★

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ORIGINAL WATER BISCUITS ★ STAG BAKERIES stagbakeries.co.uk WHAT IS IT? Baked in small batches, these water biscuits are made to a traditional recipe.

WHAT CAN I DO WITH IT? Designed as an accompaniment for cheese, this versatile biscuit also pairs well with meat, fish and pâté.

WHERE CAN I GET IT? Internationally, Nationally, Regionally, Locally OTHER GREAT TASTE AWARDS (2018):

Rosemary Water Biscuits ★Traditional Cocktail Oatcakes ★ Cheese Wafers made with Sprouted Red Wheat Flour ★

PERTHSHIRE

BOTREE ORGANIC RED KAMPOT PEPPER ★★ BOTREE botreefarm.co.uk WHAT IS IT? This pepper offers sweet and fruity notes combined with an underlying heat that just keeps giving.

WHAT CAN I DO WITH IT? Great with game (especially venison), duck, pork and shellfish, this pepper also adds a whole new dimension to salad dressings.

WHERE CAN I GET IT? Online

OTHER GREAT TASTE AWARDS (2018): BoTree Organic White Kampot Pepper ★

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SUPREME CHAMPION | Mount Mayon | Premium Pili Nuts with Ecuadorian Cacao

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WORLD FLAVOURS Two dentists, originally from Minnesota, discover a nut that grows in volcanic soil in The Philippines. Then they pioneer a new drying technique that transforms these bland nuts into an “ethereal” gourmet snack. You couldn’t make it up. Meet this year’s Supreme Champion… r Steve Costello has a point when he asks: “When was the last time someone brought a new nut to market?” He estimates it was around the turn of the 20th century when pistachios were brought from Persia or perhaps the Macadamia from Australia. “That’s why we got so excited about the pili nut.”

Steve and his brother James Costello were right to be excited. After launching Mount Mayon-branded Premium Pili Nuts last year, the variety dusted with Ecuadorian Cacao took the Supreme Champion title at Great Taste 2018. Not bad for a nut that most people in the UK have never heard of, let alone tasted.

For the uninitiated, the pili is a tear-drop shaped tree nut from the Philippines. The Costellos, who hail from Minnesota, but worked as dentists for many years in Hong Kong, source the nuts from the rich volcanic soils of Mount Mayon on the island of Luzon.

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unique terroir also adds to their flavour and nutritional content, say the brothers.

A dusting of Ecuadorian Cacao and organic coconut sugar doesn’t hurt either, while other flavours in the range include Himalayan Pink Salt and Kyoto Matcha.

The reason why pili nuts haven’t made a bigger impact until now is that in their natural state they don’t taste of much at all.

“Raw they have a very bland flavour and if they are dried and then roasted or fried in the traditional way they can be quite sawdusty,” says James.

WHEN WAS THE LAST TIME SOMEONE BROUGHT A NEW NUT TO MARKET? The secret of Mount Mayon nuts, he explains, is a 17-step process of pre-sprouting and dehydration, which changes the flavour, texture and nutritional profile. The brothers are understandably cagey about giving away the details of their trademarked SloDry process, but germinating nuts, seeds, beans and grains in water to change their nutritional composition is a growing food trend.

In the case of pili nuts it also improves the flavour, with judges describing them as having an “ethereal texture” and “incredible creaminess”.

You read it here first. The pili is the new nut of this century. mountmayon.com HOW TO USE IT: The buttery nut is a great accompaniment for coffee, but also Port, sweeter sherries and cocktails.

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SUSHI GINGER VINEGAR ★★★ VINEGAR SHED vinegarshed.com WHAT IS IT? Ideal for sushi, sashimi and seafood, this sprightly perfumed vinegar is made from white Pineau des Charentes vinegar, fresh and confit ginger, lime zest, and fleur de sel.

WHAT CAN I DO WITH IT? Add it to scallops, duck and fruit salads, pork and beef stir-fries, chicken and seafood marinades, cocktails or drink daily with honey, water and lemon.

WHERE CAN I GET IT? Nationally, Online OTHER GREAT TASTE AWARDS (2018):

Epices de Cru Sansho Pepper ★★★ Muscat Vinegar ★★ White Pineau de Charantes Vinegar ★★

GREECE

DE'KA5 ★★

BIRRADANOS WHAT IS IT? A Tropical Stout beer with a medium maltiness and a balanced roasty sweetness.

WHAT CAN I DO WITH IT? Served at 11-13°C, it’s a good accompaniment for red meat in spicy sauces, a cheese or even a chocolate soufflé.

WHERE CAN I GET IT? Locally

CHIAN TANGERINE WITH SESAME FRUIT PIE ★★ CITRUS PRODUCTIONS citrus-chios.gr WHAT IS IT? A sweet snack inspired by a traditional Greek recipe. Contains sesame for energy.

WHAT CAN I DO WITH IT? Eat it any time of day as a snack or cut it into small pieces and add it to green salads.

WHERE CAN I GET IT? Internationally, Online OTHER GREAT TASTE AWARDS (2018):

Chian Tangerine Vinaigrette with Extra Virgin Olive Oil & Carob Syrup ★ Chian Tangerine Loukoumi (Delight) ★ Orange Slices with Cinnamon Spoon Sweet ★

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NATURAL SPLIT BLONDE PRUNE OLIVES ★★ DAMASKINOELIES AINATZOGLOU damaskinoelies.gr WHAT IS IT? Blonde olives with an exceptional flavour and subtle lemon aroma. Prepared naturally using traditional Greek techniques and without the use of chemicals or artificial dyes.

WHAT CAN I DO WITH IT? A great ready-to-eat snack, these olives are even better with a glass of wine. They can also be used as an ingredient in a salad or a sandwich.

WHERE CAN I GET IT? Nationally, Regionally, Locally

WILD CAPERS ★★★ ML VALSAMO valsamo.co WHAT IS IT? Wild capers, handpicked from the island of Tinos in the Aegean Sea, Greece, and cured in coarse sea salt.

WHAT CAN I DO WITH IT? Add tangy and earthy flavour to salads (perfect for a true Greek salad), any fish dish, as well as any meat sauce. They can even be added to a dry martini.

WHERE CAN I GET IT? Internationally, Online OTHER GREAT TASTE AWARDS (2018):

Monofloral Thyme Honey ★ Monofloral Orange Blossom Honey ★ Fleur de Sel (Handpicked) ★

THE PISTAKIOS - SALTED WITH LEMON ★★★ MEGARIS GOODS megarisgoods.gr WHAT IS IT? Pistachios roasted with salt powder and lemon.

WHAT CAN I DO WITH IT? Pistachios can be eaten as a snack, served with alcohol and other drinks, or with ice cream and sweets.

WHERE CAN I GET IT? Internationally, Regionally, Online

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GREECE

EXTRA VIRGIN OLIVE OIL ★ NATURE BLESSED natureblessed.gr WHAT IS IT? A high quality EVOO with a complex aroma and slight bitterness. A good finishing oil.

WHAT CAN I DO WITH IT? Use it in salads, cooked meals and gourmet dishes. Also, in pastry, sweets – especially ones with chocolate.

WHERE CAN I GET IT? Internationally, Nationally, Regionally, Locally, Online

HUNGARY

SZICSEK PREMIUM IRSAI OLIVER GRAPE PALINKA ★★★ SZICSEK PALINKA szicsekpalinka.co.uk WHAT IS IT? This fruit brandy is hand-crafted from using 100% fruit and is still made using traditional methods.

WHAT CAN I DO WITH IT? Palinka should be served at a temperature of 18°C. This way the fragrance and character of the fruit becomes delightfully smooth.

WHERE CAN I GET IT? Internationally, Nationally, Regionally, Locally, Online OTHER GREAT TASTE AWARDS (2018):

Apricot Palinka with Honey Fruit Liqueur ★★ Szicsek Premium Gypsy Sour Cherry Palinka ★ Szicsek Premium Jonathan Apple Palinka ★

ETHIOPIA GEBENA ★★ WILLIAM STONE MO.KFT monterosacaffe.com WHAT IS IT? Speciality coffee beans from Ethiopia that offer the right amount of fruitiness and acidity, with notes of chocolate and strawberry.

WHAT CAN I DO WITH IT? Make it with any coffee maker. Renders an excellent espresso, ristretto or cappuccino.

WHERE CAN I GET IT? Internationally, Nationally, Regionally, Locally, Online

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TAKE A MOMENT Finding time for ourselves can be difficult in the manic modern world – and if we do manage to, we often feel guilty about it. But we at Ricola believe that slowing down is key to our happiness, which is why we are dedicated to cultivating widespread wellbeing.

Through our refreshing herbal sweets, free from artificial colours and flavours, we hope to make small moments of calm, enjoyment and appreciation possible for everyone.

Ricola’s founder, Emil Richterich, was a nature lover with a creative spirit. The Swiss master baker felt certain that the power of nature could be harnessed to create something that tasted good and served a positive purpose, and so he began experimenting with various herbal combinations. The result was a unique 13-herb blend – now more than 80 years old, but still the basis of all Ricola sweets.

Ricola sweets are available to buy online at ricola.com and in store at Holland & Barrett, Waitrose, Sainsbury’s, WHSmith, Morrisons, independent health food stores and pharmacies

The wellbeing of the environment is equally important to Ricola. We are passionate about contributing to a world that people like to live in, which is why a great deal of attention, respect and responsibility goes into each of our products, as well as high-quality herbs. Ricola is uncompromising when it comes to quality, sustainability and social commitment and we do our best protecting biodiversity, using resources considerately and building trusting, cooperative relationships with farmers. Ricola doesn’t believe in using chemical pesticides and fertilisers, and every herb is cultivated with care in the Swiss mountains away from pollution.

Ricola sweets come in LemonMint, Elderflower, Mountain Mint and Herbal Caramel flavours – which moment will you choose?

Sugar Free

Gluten Free

If you are looking for more information and a potential listing please contact info@shs-group.co.uk

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DUE VITTORIE APPLE VINEGAR ★★★ AGRICOLA DUE VITTORIE duevittorie.com WHAT IS IT? A naturally healthy apple vinegar obtained from 100% Italian apples, aged for one year in barriques.

WHAT CAN I DO WITH IT? Thanks to its intense and fruity flavour, it is ideal for using on any type of fresh dish.

WHERE CAN I GET IT? Internationally, Nationally, Online OTHER GREAT TASTE AWARDS (2018):

Due Vittorie Balsamic Vinegar of Modena, Oro quality ★

ROSÈ BALSAMIC DRESSING ★★ THE OLIVE OIL CO theoliveoilco.com WHAT IS IT? A fresh and fruity rosè balsamic dressing, made with Ancellota grapes.

WHAT CAN I DO WITH IT? It’s perfect on shellfish, as well as tuna or pomegranate salad.

WHERE CAN I GET IT? Nationally

OTHER GREAT TASTE AWARDS (2018):

Basil Oil ★ Incanto EVOO ★ Areale Balsamic Vinegar Of Modena PGI ★

CURTICE BROTHERS ORGANIC TOMATO KETCHUP ★★ CURTICE BROTHERS curticebrothers.co WHAT IS IT? An organic ketchup, cooked in Tuscany. It has half the sugar content compared to others and is 77% real tomatoes.

WHAT CAN I DO WITH IT? The 300g Heritage Style bottle is perfect for retailers and their customers, while the 70g Piccolo is ideal for room service and restaurants.

WHERE CAN I GET IT? Internationally

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FIG EXTRA JAM REDUCED SUGAR ★ GIRIBIZZI giribizzi.co.uk WHAT IS IT? Pleasing dark brown, abundant fruit, satisfying texture, mild sweetness, distinct fig flavour, beautifully executed product.

WHAT CAN I DO WITH IT? Perfect as a cheese or charcuterie accompaniment. Great on toast for breakfast.

WHERE CAN I GET IT? Nationally, Online OTHER GREAT TASTE AWARDS (2018):

Cured Anchovy Fillets with Chilli ★ Black Cherry Nectar ★

OLIVE OIL STONE GROUND WITH GARLIC ★★ NUDO ADOPT nudoadopt.com WHAT IS IT? Aglio olive oil is obtained by crushing the freshest Italian garlic with olives from Le Marche – a labour-intensive and time-consuming process.

WHAT CAN I DO WITH IT? Fantastically tasty and versatile, the oil is ideal for drizzling on pasta dishes, roast potatoes, lamb or fish. Also great for dipping.

WHERE CAN I GET IT? Internationally, Online OTHER GREAT TASTE AWARDS (2018): Olive Oil Stone Ground with Thyme ★

JAPAN

ORGANIC EXTRA VIRGIN COCONUT OIL ★★★ BROWN SUGAR 1ST. CO. LTD. bs1st.com WHAT IS IT? An organic extra virgin coconut oil, coldpressed and centrifuged in Thailand.

WHAT CAN I DO WITH IT? Simply put a spoon of coconut oil into your coffee, or melt with honey on toast in place of butter.

WHERE CAN I GET IT? Nationally, Online

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MAREMONO ★★★ JAPANESE TEA SHOP SHINRYOKUEN shinryokuen.net WHAT IS IT? Lightly steamed green tea leaves, golden in colour.

WHAT CAN I DO WITH IT? These firm leaves need longer extraction.

WHERE CAN I GET IT? Online

OTHER GREAT TASTE AWARDS (2018): Tokusen fukamushicha ★

YUZU & GINGER CONFITURE ★★ NINO’S CONFITURE ninosconfiture.com WHAT IS IT? The pride of Ehime (Japan’s citrus paradise), this preserve is made using fresh fruit and no additives.

WHAT CAN I DO WITH IT? Enjoy this confiture with tea or soda water as a drink. Serve it with yogurt, ice cream, or pancakes for dessert. It even goes with cheese, pork and fish.

WHERE CAN I GET IT? Internationally

OTHER GREAT TASTE AWARDS (2018):

Confiture Jabara ★★ Confiture Kawachibankan ★★ Confiture Setoka ★★

CEREMONIAL GRADE JAPANESE ORGANIC MATCHA ★★ TOKYO MATCHA SELECTION tokyo-matcha-selection.com WHAT IS IT? An emerald-green matcha produced in volcanic Kagoshima, Japan. Smooth, creamy and elegantly balanced.

WHAT CAN I DO WITH IT? Perfect for tea ceremonies or simply savouring at home. Whisk it up and enjoy the traditional Japanese way!

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ITSU MISO ’ EASY CHILLI ★ ITSU [GROCERY] itsu.com/grocery WHAT IS IT? Miso blended with herbs and spices in the Nagano Valley of Japan.

WHAT CAN I DO WITH IT? For a deliciously comforting bowl of soup, just add hot water or transform dishes with miso marinades, dressings and glazes.

WHERE CAN I GET IT? Nationally

LATVIA

MANGO SORBET ★★★ BLISS GELATO blissgelato.com WHAT IS IT? A refreshing sorbet with a flavour that bursts with mango ripeness.

WHAT CAN I DO WITH IT? Serve with creamy foods and on pancakes, waffles or biscuits. Also works well in semifreddos and gelato cakes WHERE CAN I GET IT? Internationally, Online OTHER GREAT TASTE AWARDS (2018): Pistachio Gelato ★★★ Seaberry Sorbet ★★ Chamomile & Honey Gelato ★★

PORTUGAL

PORTUGUESE EGG TARTPASTEL DE NATA ★★★ TUGA PASTRIES tugapastries.uk WHAT IS IT? Portuguese egg custard tarts, made using free-range eggs, organic milk, flour and the finest British ingredients.

WHAT CAN I DO WITH IT? Eat as it is. But served warm, this tart tastes even better.

WHERE CAN I GET IT? Regionally

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ROMANIA

AQUA CARPATICA NATURALLY SPARKLING MINERAL WATER ★ AQUA CARPATICA UK aquacarpatica.co.uk WHAT IS IT? Natural mineral water, free of nitrates and low in sodium. “Nature’s most perfect water.”

WHAT CAN I DO WITH IT? Have on the go, serve with dinner, or put it in the kids’ lunch boxes.

WHERE CAN I GET IT? Nationally, Regionally, Locally, Online

RUSSIA

PREMIUM BLACK ORGANIC MATSESTA TEA ★★★ MATSESTA TEA matsestatea.ru WHAT IS IT? Grown in Sochi, this hand-harvested black tea with delicate cherry blossom flavour, along with gentle caramel notes and long aftertaste WHAT CAN I DO WITH IT? Pour hot water into a teapot and discard before brewing. Add a teaspoon of tea for each cup required. Pour in fresh boiling water and brew for 5 minutes.

WHERE CAN I GET IT? Internationally, Online OTHER GREAT TASTE AWARDS (2018): Premium Green Organic Matsesta Tea ★★★

PREMIUM GREEN ORGANIC MATSESTA TEA ★★★ MATSESTA TEA matsestatea.ru WHAT IS IT? Hand-harvested green tea with deep flavour and a full seaweed aroma. Grown in Sochi and processed with steaming technology to preserve micronutrients.

WHAT CAN I DO WITH IT? Pour hot water into a teapot and discard before brewing. Put a teaspoon of tea for each cup required into the teapot. Pour in water at 75-80°C and brew for 5 minutes.

WHERE CAN I GET IT? Internationally, Online OTHER GREAT TASTE AWARDS (2018): Premium Black Organic Matsesta Tea ★★★

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CRANBERRY ORGANIC MUESLI ★★ NATURIQ naturiq.com WHAT IS IT? Each mouthful of this muesli is different. Juicy cranberries are complemented by the delicate sweetness of fennel and earthiness of nettle.

WHAT CAN I DO WITH IT? Cover the muesli with milk, juice, yoghurt or whatever you prefer and leave it to soak for a while or overnight, before eating it for breakfast.

WHERE CAN I GET IT? Internationally, Nationally, Online OTHER GREAT TASTE AWARDS (2018): Ginger, Chokeberry & Chia Organic Muesli ★

POWER PISTACHIO ★★ POWERLOGY powerlogy.com WHAT IS IT? A gourmet pistachio cream.

Made with extra virgin olive oil.

WHAT CAN I DO WITH IT? Serve with dessert and ice cream, as a spread or just eat it by the spoonful.

WHERE CAN I GET IT? Online

OTHER GREAT TASTE AWARDS (2018): Power Nougat ★

APPLE CIDER- DRY ★ SIGELSBERG CIDER sigelsberg.sk WHAT IS IT? A premium lightly sparkling craft cider made from 100% apple juice using traditional methods.

WHAT CAN I DO WITH IT? This refreshing natural cider works well with cheese and olives. Best served chilled. Vegan-friendly. Also, a great base for cocktails.

WHERE CAN I GET IT? Internationally, Nationally, Regionally, Locally, Online

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ALMOND BUTTER ★★★ SLOWLANDIA slowlandia.com WHAT IS IT? Almond butter with a texture like no other.

Made with 92% slow-roasted Californian almonds, Peruvian cocoa butter and a pinch of sea salt. Free from gluten, milk or soy. 100% vegan.

WHAT CAN I DO WITH IT? Ideal for breakfast, on your toast or croissant. It’s also delicious in a banana smoothie. Try it on top of your steak or instead of peanut butter in Asian cuisine.

WHERE CAN I GET IT? Internationally, Online OTHER GREAT TASTE AWARDS (2018):

Slowtella ★★ Almond Cream ★★ Hazelnuts in White Chocolate ★

SLOVENIA

CHOC’N’ROLLS- COCONUT WITH MANGO IN MILK CHOCOLATE ★ TETA FRIDA tetafrida.eu WHAT IS IT? Freeze-dried coconut, topped with milk chocolate and covered with fine mango powder.

WHAT CAN I DO WITH IT? Ideal for those looking for a perfect fruit and chocolate pairing. Also, a great present for every chocoholic.

WHERE CAN I GET IT? Nationally, Online

SPAIN

CATANIES DARK CHOCOLATE ★ CUDIÉ bombonscudie.com WHAT IS IT? Toasted and caramelized Marcona almonds covered with 70% dark chocolate and dusted with premium cacao powder.

WHAT CAN I DO WITH IT? Perfect with coffee or for a gourmet snack break.

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DROPS BY ALBERT ADRIÀ - GREEN SPHERIC OLIVES ★ CAVIAROLI caviaroli.com WHAT IS IT? A spherification made from green olives juice. This product looks, tastes and smells like an olive but its interior is liquid.

WHAT CAN I DO WITH IT? Ready to serve, this is a perfect snack for any event, just serve it on a catering spoon. Also works as ingredient in any dish.

WHERE CAN I GET IT? Internationally, Nationally, Online OTHER GREAT TASTE AWARDS (2018):

Adrià Drops - Spicy Spheric Olives ★ Pomegranate ★ Encapsulated olive oil with chili ★

GIN SIDERIT- GINGERLIME ★ DESTILERIA SIDERIT destileriasiderit.com WHAT IS IT? A craft citric gin made from rye alcohol, ginger and lime. Distilled three times in a 100% glass still for purity.

WHAT CAN I DO WITH IT? Enjoy this fresh-tasting gin with your favourite mixer, in a Gin & Tonic or in cocktails.

WHERE CAN I GET IT? Internationally, Regionally, Online OTHER GREAT TASTE AWARDS (2018): Vermouth Siderit ★★ Vodka lactée Siderit ★

NUTTY CINNAMON GRANOLA ★★ HEALTH AND DINING healthanddining.com WHAT IS IT? A nutritious granola made by hand with the finest ingredients, including coconut oil. It’s free from refined sugars and a rich source of minerals and protein.

WHAT CAN I DO WITH IT? Eat on its own as a snack, with yoghurt, kefir, hot or cold milk or juice.

WHERE CAN I GET IT? Nationally, Online OTHER GREAT TASTE AWARDS (2018): Orange & Almond gluten-free granola ★

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TASTE OF SRI LANKA CEYLON MIX ★ RUCI FOODS rucifoods.com WHAT IS IT? A lightly spiced flavoursome medley of chickpea noodles, pulses, cashew nuts and peanuts.

Vegan.

WHAT CAN I DO WITH IT? A healthy power snack in a handy portioned size. Each pack contains 5.16g protein and under 100 calories, so it’s an ideal snack on the go or in a lunchbox.

WHERE CAN I GET IT? Online

SWITZERLAND

SÖS MUSHROOM SAUCE ★★ INTELLIGENT COOKING intelligentcooking.ch WHAT IS IT? High quality sauce reduction and cooking paste made from natural ingredients. No flavour enhancers. It makes a creamy mushroom sauce or soup.

WHAT CAN I DO WITH IT? Bring to the boil with 200-300ml of cream or milk to make a fantastic mushroom sauce, which can be served with chicken, game, veal or beef.

WHERE CAN I GET IT? Internationally, Nationally, Online

RASPBERRY COOKIE ★ FREELY HANDUSTRY freelyhandustry.com WHAT IS IT? Organic, gluten-free and vegan raspberry cookie. Made without palm oil, soy or refined sugar.

WHAT CAN I DO WITH IT? The raspberry cookie is perfect for morning breakfast, as a dessert or a quick snack with some tea in the afternoon.

WHERE CAN I GET IT? Regionally, Locally, Online

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RICOLA LEMON MINT ★ RICOLA ricola.com WHAT IS IT? Ricola sugar-free herbal sweets are made with a unique blend of 13 herbs, naturally grown in the Swiss mountains.

WHAT CAN I DO WITH IT? At only six calories per drop, you can enjoy the great tasting and long-lasting refreshment of Ricola at home, work and on the move.

WHERE CAN I GET IT? Nationally, Online OTHER GREAT TASTE AWARDS (2018): Ricola Elderflower ★ Ricola Mountain Mint ★ Ricola Herbal Caramel ★

CASSIS BALSAMIC VINEGAR ★★ CASA DI MATTONI swissvinegar.com WHAT IS IT? A double-fermented cassis balsamic vinegar, made only from blackcurrant and manufactured by hand.

WHAT CAN I DO WITH IT? Exquisite in salads, for vinaigrettes and with seafood or in sauces for red meat. A perfect match for goats’ cheese, too.

WHERE CAN I GET IT? Internationally, Nationally, Regionally. Locally, Online OTHER GREAT TASTE AWARDS (2018):

Pear Balsamic Vinegar ★ Apple Balsamic Vinegar ★

TAIWAN

KUNG FU MAMA COOKING SAUCE- 3- CUP FLAVOUR ★ LEECIOUS BV. shuangrenhsu.com WHAT IS IT? A clean, well balanced sauce with a complex depth of flavour. No MSG, all-natural ingredients.

WHAT CAN I DO WITH IT? This is your solution for producing healthy Chinese cuisine. Become an authentic chef in just 8 minutes.

WHERE CAN I GET IT? Internationally, Nationally, Regionally, Locally, Online

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BABA’S RASHI & DIBIS ★★★ TERRA ROSSA terra-rossa.com WHAT IS IT? Tahini, date molasses, sesame seeds & spice spread. Often referred to as Liquid Halva.

WHAT CAN I DO WITH IT? Use it in the same way you would a chocolate spread. Have it on bread, biscuits, pancakes, inside muffins and waffles, as a topping for yoghurt, ice cream and porridge.

WHERE CAN I GET IT? Internationally, Nationally

VIETNAM

LE FRUIT GUAVA DRAGON BEETROOT NECTAR ★ LES VERGERS DU MEKONG vergersmekong.com WHAT IS IT? A not-from-concentrate nectar bursting with the fresh taste of pink guava, beetroot and dragon fruit. Hand-crafted in Vietnam in partnership with small family-owned farms.

WHAT CAN I DO WITH IT? Transport yourself to a longboat cruising the Mekong Delta with this tropical and colourful drink.

WHERE CAN I GET IT? Regionally, Locally

ZAMBIA

ORGANIC ZAMBIAN FOREST HONEY ★★★ TROPICAL FOREST PRODUCTS tropicalforest.com WHAT IS IT? A complex, robustly flavoured honey from bark hives hung high up in the Zambian forests.

WHAT CAN I DO WITH IT? The rich, aromatic flavours are enticing on hot toast, in porridge and for baking recipes.

Soothes sore throats with hot lemon and whisky.

WHERE CAN I GET IT? Nationally

OTHER GREAT TASTE AWARDS (2018): French Lavender Honey ★★ Ivy Honey ★

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