Food fanatics are in for a treat as Treorchy food and drink festival launches for the first time this month. The event will take place in and around the Parc & Dare, with further stalls in the Boys & Girls Club, the market and the library car park.
The family festival will take place on the bank holiday Saturday, August 27, and be open from 10am until 5pm, with barbecues and live music events available in local pubs in the evening. Many south Wales businesses are set to attend, with a variety of Welsh and global products available from multiple stalls to support Treorchy's first food and drink festival.
We have listed some of the Welsh venders that you can expect to see at Treorchy's food and drink festival. You can get more articles like this and other story updates straight to your inbox by subscribing to our newsletters here.
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For those with a the sweet tooth
Craving a gooey chocolate brownie, some sugary doughnuts or traditional welsh cakes? Look no further as the delicious dessert stalls have you covered. This year we see the return of local favourites and newbies to the street.
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Tom Baker Brownies
Home to delicious sweet treats, Tom Baker Brownies makes homemade brownies, cookie bars, custard slices, carrot cake, lemon cheesecake and so much more.
Dinky Donuts
You can't go wrong with a classic. Dinky Donuts are a staple in every festival and even better alongside a drizzle of Nutella. The stall will also provide a selection of drinks from classic coffees - hot and iced- to a variety of cold drinks.
Eleri's Welsh Cakes
Eleris Welsh Cakes is a family affair, created by a Penarth couple who moved to the East Midlands and discovered the delicious Welsh delicacy weren't readily available in the supermarkets. Naming the business after their daughter Eleri, they have since been making a variety of traditional and contemporary flavours, from Biscoff and chocolate orange to candyland.
Marie Cresci Cheesecakes
A staple in many food festivals and farmers markets, Marie Cresci Cheesecakes has been supplying homemade cheesecakes since 2017. Their mini portions are the perfect bite with many flavours to choose from - many people rave about their Caramac and salted caramel cheesecake.
Exotic Fruits Cardiff
If you're after something healthier to fix that sweet tooth, look no further than Exotic Fruits Cardiff. Expand your taste pallet and experience a variety of fruit you wouldn't find in your local supermarket. Try yellow dragon fruit, pink guava, apple bananas, snake fruit, jelly coconut, golden kiwi, kumquats, haden mango and many more.
The great Treorchy bake off
Want to take it a step further? You can even enter a baking competition which will be held in the library. All cakes must be home cooked - no cheating with shop bought goods - and entered by 10am. All cakes will then be pay as you feel and the money raised will go to a selected charity.
For savoury lovers
You won't be hungry at the food festival with the multiple hearty food options to pick from in Treorchy. Venders from all over south Wales are setting up camp for the day to offer the best of Welsh and global cuisine. Here are a couple of options to choose from:
Welsh Italian Pizza Co.
Try the artisan, hand-stretched, wood-fired pizzas with multiple toppings to choose from. Welsh Italian Pizza Co. started in 2015 and has since been serving their Neapolitan pizzas in festivals, weddings, parties and other events across south Wales.
Cliff's Bowls 'N' Rolls
What's a food festival without a classic burger van with a twist? Cliff's Bowls 'N' Rolls sells a variety of burgers, hot dogs, chips, jacket potatoes, curry, breakfast rolls/trays, fresh fairground donuts and has a daily specials board. They also sell hot and cold drinks, including shmoo milkshakes.
Send Noods
The perfect South East-Asian cuisine will be at Treorchy on bank holiday Saturday. Experience big bold flavours from a variety of classic dishes, from a choice of ramen bowls, skewers to the classic katsu chicken curry - Send Noods won't leave you hungry.
Grazeful Feasts
The Bridgend based company creates a variety of sweet and savoury graze platters. Choose from fruit, picky bits, a selection of cheese and crackers to cold meats - there's a platter available for everyone's needs.
Something a little different
Explore the global condiments., spices and spreads at Treorchy food festival. From Welsh classics to Caribbean twists, there's something new for everyone to try and buy.
Little Grandma's Kitchen
This is your one stop shop for all your Welsh artisan chutney, marmalade, curd, preserves, mustard and spreads. The St Clears based company recently won the LUXlife Jam & Preserve Maker 2021 Wales - and their Strawberry & Prosecco Preserve has won the Fruit Preserve of the Year. So, this is a must try at the food festival.
Chilli Rogues
In 2019, Chilli Rogues was set up by two lifelong friends who are passionate about showcasing chillis from around the world. They sell chillies when they are in season, but also sell super hot chilli salt, chilli stocks, whole dried chillies and flake packs. They're also known to sell chilli ice cream, which is truly a taste sensation with each mouthful.
Earl's Kitchen
The father and daughter team will bring you their gourmet Caribbean cooking sauces. The Wales Food Award Finalist 2022 will bring their classic sauces which are perfect on dishes like skewers, stir fries, tacos and much more.
Enjoy the best from local breweries and distilleries
Settle your thirst with a wide selection of alcoholic and soft beverages during the bank holiday Saturday. Experience the best of what Welsh businesses have to offer.
Spirit of Wales
The Newport based company offers authentic Welsh gin, vodka and distilled rum. Enjoy tasters of their Dragon's Breath Spiced Rum, Steeltown Welsh Vodka and Steeltown Welsh Gin - each honouring the steel, coal, and mining industries that built Wales.
Barry Island Gin
The independent business that recently won the Great Taste 2021 award and Gin Guide 2022 award will be selling their Barry Island Gin and Barry Island Rum in Treorchy on the bank holiday Saturday. Enjoy balanced gin that's "been made with love" in their custom bottles.
Austringer Cider
The family run cider maker from Afan Valley will join the food festival, selling their multi-award-winning cider. The Welsh company is also known for their 100% fresh pressed juice which will help settle your thirst in the heat.
2 Dudes
From a business that started over lockdown by selling drinks over the garden wall in Treorchy, 2 Dudes now has its own venue and delivers specialist beer, lagers and ciders all over south Wales.
Little Goat Brewery
The independent brewery based in south Wales was established in 2018 by a father and son-in-law with over 50 years experience of home brewing. It is known for its great selection of bottled beer, from IPA, stout, to golden and pale ale.
Treat yourself to some local products
It's not all about food this bank holiday, Treorchy food festival will also host some stalls from local businesses, selling creative art pieces, jewellery and so much more.
Tia Robbins Art
The Bridgend based company sells a variety of personalised gifts, home decor, Welsh gifts and cake accessories which are all made through laser engraving and cuttings.
We'd Rather Lather
After some new smellies? The handmade soap is naturally sourced, sustainably packaged and vegan friendly. Choose from a rage of soaps, shampoo bars, body scrubs and bath products - the options are endless.
Seren Fach
The family business has been based in Treorchy for the last 33 years. The baby boutique has everything you need for a little one, from baby handmade pram cosytoes and swaddle blankets to essential accessories.
Nerys Griffiths Jewellery
Treat yourself to stylish handmade sterling silver jewellery from Nerys Griffiths. She has a range of deisngs of charm bracelets, curve bracelets, charm rings, earrings and necklaces to choose from. You can even purchase items from The Welsh Collection, which includes a dragon or daffodil charm bracelet and a daffodil necklace.
Live after five
What is a food festival without live music and bands in the local pubs? The Prince of Wales, Hot Gossip and The Lion will feature live music and bands in the evening. The Miners Arms will host a family fun day between 2pm - 7pm, which will include a free entry for all, a free barbecue, bouncy castle, soft play and face painting.
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