From whisky to smoked salmon, Scotland is famed for the exceptional quality of its fare, and Scotland’s Speciality Food & Drink Show is a one-stop shop for all your local sourcing needs.
If you’re looking to stock more local products to help your store stand out from the competition, whilst supporting your fellow countrymen, then Scotland’s Speciality Food & Drink Show is an excellent place to start.
Over 100 artisan and mainstream producers will be showing off their wares at the SEC in Glasgow from 19-21 Jan 2025 in a celebration of the very best quality, innovation and flavour Scotland has to offer.
Premium Scottish produce is renowned the world over for its quality and provenance, and this show will display some of the most unusual and best on offer.
Regional food groups are a highlight of the show with Orkney and Food from Argyll both taking large, multi-producer stands. Look out for Isle of Mull Coffee, Slainte Sauces, Isle of Mull Cheese and Annie’s Herb Kitchen, all from Argyll and rum, seafood, oatcakes, whisky and ice cream from Orkney.
This year, about a third of the exhibitors are new to the show. In the Launch Gallery for new young companies, visit 8 Doors Distillery from John O’Groats, Bealach Gin from Inverness-shire, Goat Rodeo Goods condiments, Sour Power Vinegars and The Third Sin chocolatier. Beyond these newcomers, producers such as Rise & Grind Roastery and The TeaShed are first-time exhibitors.
Existing producers will be launching new ranges and re-connecting with customers – take a look and a taste at Great Glen Charcuterie, Island Larder, Stewart Tower Dairy, Kilted Fudge Co, Angels Dare Cocktails and The Cress Co distributors.
The Show offers more than just sourcing and buying, it’s about learning too. With a rich programme of panel discussions from Net Zero Nation on sustainability, trends, and Scottish Tourism Alliance’s keynote panel, to a one-to-one interview on Success of a Farm Shop from Emma Niven at Loch Leven’s Larder. There are also practical masterclasses on all aspects of retailing, including using AI and Canva. This is the place to learn how to improve your business and retail skills.
Geraldine Bruce, Sainsbury’s Scottish Buyer, said: “I attend Scotland’s Speciality Food & Drink show most years as it is a great, well-organised event. I use this as a good time to catch up with suppliers, see new products and meet potential new suppliers who may catch my eye with their products.” This year, Bruce will also be a ‘Nessie’ in the highly popular Nessie’s Den on Tuesday 21 Jan at 1pm.
Sponsored by The Giftware Association, the awards will take on a new format this year with a dazzling display of winners in the centre of the show and a high-profile ceremony at the end of its first day.
The 2025 show is being organised in partnership with Scotland Food & Drink, which will bring some of its members, as well as key buyers. On Tuesday 21 January it will host a lively session in the Talking Shop on Scottish food and drink.
Show Director Mark Saunders commented: “We recognise how key this show is for fine food and drink outlets across, not just Scotland, but the rest of the UK and overseas. Here they can look, taste and discover products that will increase their footfall and their sales. By attending you can be assured you’ll be ahead of your competitors in sourcing new ranges and new stock for the coming year. Ensure this date is firmly in your diary.”
