TasteWales 2023 profile directory ENG V2

A SELECTION OF PRODUCTS FROM OUR RANGE:

ROOT ZERO - Sustainable Spuds Feel a bit more hero for choosing Root Zero. At Root Zero we are on a mission to have a positive impact on our planet. That’s why we have taken action to fight climate change. We are grown in a sustainable way that is kind to our planet, as well as being carbon neutral. Packed in 100% plastic-free packaging, our goal is to help your customers feel good about the food they buy. Unit size 1.5kg Shelf life 5 days All Rounder Potatoes 2kg With a firm texture and a smooth skin, our Blas y Tir All Rounders are excellent for boiling, steaming and mashing. They also make delicious roasties and jackets too! Unit size 2kg Shelf life 5 days Maris Piper Potatoes 2kg The multi-talented Blas y Tir Maris Piper is a great all-round choice, but is particularly good for making crispy roasties, chips and smooth, creamy mash. It’s fluffy yet waxy texture means the potato holds it’s shape when it’s par boiled, but the edges go fluffy when shaken. It’s this combination that creates the best roast potatoes and chips around... not to mention they taste great too! No wonder it’s one of Wales’s most favourite spuds! Unit size 2kg Shelf life 5 days Pembrokeshire Earlies 1kg Our award-winning Pembrokeshire Earlies are our most famous potato! The mild Pembrokeshire coastal climate is perfect for growing these new potatoes that have fine skins and a smooth, creamy texture. In 2013 they were awarded Protected Geographical Indicator Status (PGI) by the European Commission. They are available in stores from May/June – September. Unit size 1kg Shelf life 4 days Welsh Leeks 500g Wales’ national vegetable and emblem, the Welsh Leek, secured UK Geographical Indication in 2022. Blas Y Tir Welsh Leeks now carry the UK GI logo giving consumers a guarantee of their quality and provenance. Welsh Leeks are grown and harvested in Wales using varieties which are best suited to Welsh growing conditions. The characteristics recognised for Welsh Leeks include the longer distinctive dark green flag. Unit size 500g Shelf life 4 days

Baby Potatoes 1kg Our Blas y Tir baby potatoes are deliciously sweet, thin-skinned baby potatoes, perfect simply boiled and tossed in a little salted butter and herbs. Their waxy texture means they hold their shape when boiled, which makes them a perfect potato for the classic potato salad, or any other salad dish too. Unit size 1kg Shelf life 5 days Baking Potatoes 2kg Our Blas y Tir Baking potatoes does exactly what it says on the pack – they make the best jacket potatoes! Baked whole, their firm yet fluffy texture means they stay moist and fluffy on the inside whilst their skins get nice and crispy on the outside. Picked for size, our Bakers also make fantastic chunky wedges and roast potatoes for the whole family to enjoy. Unit size 2kg Shelf life 5 days Rudolph Potatoes 2kg Deep red Blas y Tir Rudolph Potatoes are a really versatile and reliable all-round performer. With a slightly sweeter flavour and a creamy, buttery texture, Rudolph Potatoes make the perfect fluffy baker - soft and fluffy on the inside with a crispy skin on the outside. They also make fantastic creamy mash and delicious roast potatoes, taking on a slightly caramelised flavour when roasted. Unit size 2kg Shelf life 5 days Cauliflower Grown in the heart of Pembrokeshire, our Welsh Blas y Tir Cauliflower is perfect for steaming, roasting, stir frying or grating for cauliflower ‘rice’. Now considered part of the ‘Superfood’ club by nutritionists and experts, cauliflower is not only good for your health, but brilliantly versatile and delicious enjoyed in a range of ways. Unit size 1 Shelf life 5 days Savoy Cabbage Our tasty Blas y Tir Welsh Savoy Cabbage is rich in nutrients and low in calories, and is a great addition to a balanced diet. The crinkly dark green leaves and mild, sweet flavour makes it a favourite for shredding into soups, stews and even risottos. It’s crunchy texture also makes it an ideal accompaniment for good old mash and bacon, but it is also just as tasty fried, steamed or boiled! Unit size 1 Shelf life 5 days

PUFFIN PRODUCE LIMITED Puffin Produce Ltd supplies a wide range of fresh produce including potatoes, seasonal vegetables and daffodils, all of which are grown, picked and packed in Wales.

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PUFFIN PRODUCE LIMITED Location Woodlands Site, Withybush Industrial Estate, Haverfordwest, Pembrokeshire SA62 4BS

Special Categories Supplied • Vegan • Vegetarian • GMO Free • Clean Label • Gluten Free • Dairy/Lactose Free • Additive Free • Red Tractor Market Channels Currently Supplied in the UK • Foodservice – B&I – Wholesale • Online Retail • Premium Restaurants/Hospitality • Private Label Buyers • Public Procurement • Retail – Convenience • Retail – Discounters • Retail Food Halls, Delis & Farm Shops • Retail – Multiple Grocer • Retail – Online Shoppers Attracted

Year Established 1994

Contact Name Matthew Thomas

Job Title Head of Sales & Marketing

Mobile 07983 669278

Email matthew.thomas@puffinproduce.com

Website www.puffinproduce.com LinkedIn www.linkedin.com/company/puffin-produce-ltd Instagram www.instagram.com/blas_y_tir/ X www.twitter.com/blasytir Facebook www.facebook.com/BlasyTir

Product Range Welsh fresh produce.

Reasons to Choose Us The largest supplier of fresh produce in Wales, we work with a dedicated grower base, to provide our customers with the very best quality fresh produce week in week out. Our award-winning brand, Blas y Tir, has been providing delicious Welsh produce to loyal Welsh consumers since 2011.

• Adventurers • Ethical Eaters • Food Lovers • Healthy Lifestyle • Traditionalist Supply Private Label Yes

Brief Product Description Quality Welsh produce, including potatoes, brassicas, PGI Welsh leeks and daffodils.

Interested in Exporting Yes

Product Categories • Fresh Produce • Grocery • Private Label • Vegan • Vegetarian

Temperature Format Chilled

Employee Count 100+

OUR USPs AND KEY FEATURES:

Made in Wales UK Supporting Farmers Innovative Packaging Extended Shelf Life Award-Winning Fully Recyclable Packaging

Plastic Reduced Sustainable Made on the Farm

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