6 FHA2018 SHOWDAILY 24 April 2018
UK Pavilion showcasing quality & heritage
THE UK is displaying a strong national pavilion at FHA2018 as it sees more than 30 UK companies all looking to grow their international business , particularly across South-east Asia . The UK is renowned for its excellent food and drink , with an established reputation as a land of quality , reliability and transparency . These companies will be exhibiting at halls 7 and 9 , booths 7E2-01 / 9C4-01 / 9C4-02 / 9C4-05 / 9C4-06 / 9C4-07 / 9C4-08 / 9C4-10 / 9C4- 12 / 9D4-01 and 9D4-06 .
Leading the UK participation at FHA2018 is the Food & Drink Exporters Association ( FDEA ), which represents UK companies both to the international buying community and the UK government . A ‘ not-for-profit ’ trade association , the FDEA is a membership organisation run by experienced exporters . FDEA , along with its event delivery partner PS8 Ltd , organises UK pavilions at international trade shows .
“ The UK presence at FHA2018 has an impressive showing of companies in the confectionery , dairy , grocery and snack sectors , artisan drinks both alcoholic and non-alcoholic as well as organic products . UK manufacturers have a tremendous reputation for quality which is reflected in the vast range of premium and value products across the pavilion ,” says Sandra Sullivan MBE , director PS8 Ltd and FDEA .
FDEA members include many well-known brands , who are already well established in exports , through to smaller companies looking to take their first steps into export .
UK Pavilion highlights Alongside major exporters such as Premier Exports , which offers an extensive range of grocery and drink products , visitors to the UK Pavilion will be able to meet exciting first-time exhibitors including Free ’ ist , a sugar free / no added sugar brand that has a range of tasty snacks including popcorns , chocolates and cookies , Yew Tree Dairy , a manufacturer of dairy products including milk powders , concentrates , liquid milk and cream , and Nashville Food Group , who is exhibiting quality jams and spreads specifically designed and tailored for the hospitality industry .
Dairy producers also feature strongly in the pavilion with AHDB British Dairy , Somerdale International , Yew Tree Dairy , Lactalis , Wensleydale , Lye Cross Farm and Freshways Dairystix showcasing the best of British cheese , cream , butter and UHT long-life milk products , as well as Cornish clotted cream from AE Roddas .
Non-alcoholic drinks are also showcased prominently with artisan cordials and presses from Belvoir Fruit Farms , speciality juices and mixers from Folkington ’ s , coconut water drinks and health snacks from CocoMojo , and the Happy Monkey range of children ’ s smoothies and milk shake drinks joining Devonshire Dairy with a selection of milk shakes and fruit drinks for children .
Alcoholic drinks are represented by Northern Ireland-based whiskey producer The Quiet Man Distillery .
For snacks , look out for Seabrook Crisps , Pipers Crisps and Glens of Antrim Crisps . While Happy Jackson by Creme d ’ Or is
The UK presence at FHA2018 has an impressive showing of companies in the confectionery , dairy , grocery and snack sectors , artisan drinks both alcoholic and non-alcoholic as well as organic products . showcasing a range of innovative confectionery products ideal for gifting , Paterson Arran is focusing on its Scottish heritage with a range of shortbread , cookies , biscuits and condiments for both retail and foodservice .
Heavenly Kids Organic is presenting a range of guilt-free organic baby weening meals and snacks , while Karimix unlocks eclectic fusion and heritage flavours by offering a range of sauces , marinades , pastes and dressings , all made in the UK .
Gryphon Tea to tempt with a café and blending bar
At Le Jardin Café , visitors are invited to sample the best-selling and latest tea products from three brands — Gryphon Tea , ROJI ( pictured ) and sister company Pryce Tea .
Gryphon Tea Company is showcasing its new tea products to tempt tea drinkers ’ palate at FHA2018 . Headed by Singaporean Master Blender Lim Tian Wee , Gryphon Tea ’ s exhibition at booth 2N3-15 this year is featuring Le Jardin Café and Monogram tea blending bar .
“ In an increasingly crowded F & B industry , our foodservice customers are finding it hard to differentiate themselves from one another ,” Lim explains . “ With Le Jardin Café , we wanted to show trade visitors various applications that are possible with our new teas . Like going to an IKEA store , you see the products in action . So , we hope our café can inspire them to spruce up their menus .”
Meanwhile , emerging as Gryphon Tea Company ’ s luxury flagship brand , Monogram
UF International is a UK manufacturer and export distributor of UK food and drink brands to international markets , while Kettyle Foods will be highlighting its range of Dry-aged beef , Lough Erne Lamb , Fermanagh Free Range Chicken , Fermanagh Bacon and Rose Veal .
UK regional governments are represented by Scottish Development International , who is showcasing a range of Scottish food and drink products , and Invest Northern Ireland , who is giving the regional identity adopted by six food companies showcasing their products at FHA2018 .
“ UK companies continue to be very positive about their sales to international markets . It is particularly encouraging at this time of change that exports are still growing in our top EU markets and that new markets in Asia are gaining traction .
“ Our challenge is to ensure that exporters have the confidence to develop markets closer to home , the skills and knowledge to explore the important but often complex markets farther afield and to create real meet the buyer opportunities through shows such as FHA ,” Sullivan adds .
To view the full list of UK exhibitors at FHA2018 along with the FDEA member directory , visitors can download the handy UK Food and Drink Exporters mobile app for free .
is presenting an elevated tea-drinking experience with its signature concept of ‘ The Art of Tea Layering ’.
At the tea blending bar , visitors are invited to customise their personal blend through a multi-sensorial station . Lim explains : “ Visitors are encouraged to see , touch and smell the teas . That is the Monogram tea experience . And because we all want something that is personal and unique to us , Monogram offers tea drinkers that immersive , personal and leisurely experience .”
Monogram ’ s collection of 12 fine-quality teas features unusual ingredients such as orange blossom , shiso , saffron and bamboo leaves , creating endless possible fresh pairings in the customisation experience .
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