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Times
2 days ago
- Business
- Times
The food editor's supermarket picks from the Great Taste Awards
I t's a tough job but someone has to do it. This year there were nearly 15,000 entries for the Great Taste Awards, the Oscars of the food and drink product industry, and a panel had to spend several days working their way through hundreds of beers and breads, cakes and condiments, pastas and puddings, and everything in between. My task has been rather easier. Although more than 5,000 entrants won a star or two, only 273 of them walked away with the full three. Here is my pick, from supermarket bargains to the specialist suppliers who really produce the best of the very best. 100g, from £2, Booths, Morrisons, M&S, Waitrose A soft, buttery triple cream cheese from Germany which, with its aromatic brie-like flavour and slight spice, makes a gentle introduction for anyone who claims not to like blue cheeses.
Cambrian News
6 days ago
- Business
- Cambrian News
Aberystwyth's Best of Hungary wins big at Great Taste Awards
The Great Taste Awards are widely-acknowledged as the most prestigious competition for food producers and retailers and is commonly called the 'Oscars of the food world'. Since first entering the Great Taste Awards in 2017 the business has received at least one 3 star award every year, which denotes "a product that is faultless and exceptionally delicious, leaving a lasting impression", and is given to less than 2 per cent of all entrants.
Yahoo
02-08-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Four Jersey food and wine producers win award
Four Genuine Jersey producers have received Great Taste Awards in 2025. The Jersey Fudge Pot, Jersey Seafood, La Mare Wine Estate and The Smokey Shed have all earned stars from the food and drink accreditation scheme. Products are blind-tasted by a panel of more than 500 industry experts, with the judges scoring on flavour, texture, appearance, and quality of ingredients. John Garton, chief executive of Genuine Jersey, said: "These awards are a fantastic endorsement of the passion, skill, and quality that our members bring to everything they produce." He added: "To have four of our local businesses recognised on such a highly respected national stage is something Jersey can be extremely proud of." More news stories for Jersey Listen to the latest news for Jersey Follow BBC Jersey on X and Facebook. Send your story ideas to More on this story Young chefs to plate up winning meal on a budget Jersey Angus beef gets approval Related links Genuine Jersey
BBC News
02-08-2025
- Business
- BBC News
Four Jersey food producers win prestigious award
Four Genuine Jersey producers have received Great Taste Awards in Jersey Fudge Pot, Jersey Seafood, La Mare Wine Estate and The Smokey Shed have all earned stars from the food and drink accreditation are blind-tasted by a panel of more than 500 industry experts, with the judges scoring on flavour, texture, appearance, and quality of Garton, chief executive of Genuine Jersey, said: "These awards are a fantastic endorsement of the passion, skill, and quality that our members bring to everything they produce." He added: "To have four of our local businesses recognised on such a highly respected national stage is something Jersey can be extremely proud of."
Irish Independent
31-07-2025
- Business
- Irish Independent
Dundalk coffee roasters win Two Stars at the 2025 Great Taste Awards
Judged by more than 500 experts including chefs, buyers, food writers, and retailers, the Great Taste Awards recognise exceptional flavour, quality, and craftsmanship in food and drink. Cinco Jalisco impressed judges with its bold character, balance, and craftsmanship, earning it one of the most coveted accolades in specialty coffee. "We are delighted to get this award,' Pat McArdle of Dreambeans Coffee said. 'Cinco Jalisco is the result of a long time in tasting and blending by Master Roaster Pat Grant, to hit that perfect balance of bite, body and smoothness – without bitterness. We knew we had something special, and to have it recognised at this level is very rewarding. Our whole team works incredibly hard to produce a world-class coffee which we can deliver to our customers at a reasonable price. Everyone on the team is delighted." It's a real cause of celebration as this means that Dreambeans have been awarded a total of three Two Gold Star Awards for their blends, putting them amongst Ireland's top coffee roasters. The blend certainly impressed the Great Taste judges who said 'Big notes of muscovado and tropical fruits are present for this well-balanced coffee that has gentle acidity and good balance… an excellent blend… clever coffee, and a combination of great crafting and cunning flavour harmonies.' 'A delicious coffee that's intelligent and unexpected… rich milky chocolate notes… a really enjoyable product and cleverly put together.' Cinco Jalisco is a powerful, complex blend with five constituent origins. It was developed with both flavour intensity and drinkability in mind—ideal for those who want a proper caffeine kick without any bitterness. Whether taken black as an espresso or Americano, or with milk for a creamy, rounded cup, Cinco Jalisco offers 'bags of flavour, a good caffeine kick, and balance without bitterness.' It's a superb morning brew or mid-afternoon boost—*smooth, bold, and beautifully constructed*.
