SAM ROWLANDS, Member of the Welsh Parliament for North Wales is urging local producers in his region to take part in the Great Taste Awards 2026.
Entries for the annual contest are open until January 27, 2026 or earlier if the entry cap is reached.
Mr Rowlands, a keen supporter of buying local produce is calling on producers in North Wales to enter the contest for this highly acclaimed award.
He said: “As everybody knows food and drink from North Wales is held in the highest regard around the world for its great quality and excellent taste.
“Every year we see producers from my region making a vital contribution to the Welsh economy, by gaining accolades for their products and being awarded Great Taste stars.
“I would encourage local producers to enter this prestigious competition.”
Great Taste stars are highly respected seals of approval and many businesses from North Wales continue to be awarded these accolades with three companies being awarded three stars in 2025 – Bragdy Cybi, Holyhead, for its Môrish Seaweed Ale; Anglesey Sea Salt, Halen Môn for Pure Sea Salt and Oak Smoked Sea Salt and Dolwen Welsh Lamb and Beef from Llanarmon DC near Llangollen, for itsPGI Welsh Lamb Rolled Loin.
The Great Taste Awards for 2026 are currently open for entries, running from December 2025 to late January 2026, with early submission strongly encouraged as spots fill up on a first-come, first-served basis. The competition offers 1, 2, or 3-star accreditation for food and drink products, judged by industry experts.
Great Taste is the largest and most trusted food and drink accreditation scheme and supports and promotes producers, large and small. It gives buyers and food lovers in the UK and overseas reliable recommendations for great tasting food.
It is recognised as a reliable stamp of excellence among consumers, retailers and major food buyers alike and attracts entries from all over the world.
