Join us at the Farm Shop & Deli Show 2026
NEC Birmingham | 13–15 April | Stand Z161
Meet the brands we partner with and see how we work collaboratively with retailers and distributors to build visibility, secure listings, and drive sustainable growth in independent and speciality retail.
Main Stage Session: Tuesday 14 April 2026 | 15:15 – 16:00
Choosing the right brands: how retailer and brand partnerships drive growth.
Our director, Mash Chiles, will be speaking on the Main Stage alongside a panel of brand founders and their champion retailers.
In an increasingly competitive retail landscape, standout products don’t succeed by chance — they succeed through strong, strategic partnerships between brands and retailers.
This session brings together perspectives from across the product journey to explore what it really takes to introduce fresh, distinctive, and commercially successful products to market.
The discussion will unpack how the right collaborations help build brand visibility, secure meaningful retail listings, and deliver sustainable growth across independent and speciality retail.
The brands joining us
Partner success stories from 2025
The two exciting challenger brands, Mellona and Flavour Head, who, through our recommendation, were invited to pitch at the prestigious Dragon’s Pantry event, and both won!
“Presenting Mellona at the Dragon’s Pantry was an unforgettable experience—but taking first place on Day 1 and finishing second overall among so many exceptional products made it truly remarkable! Huge thanks to Mash Chiles and Naomi Knight for encouraging me to take part. This journey has been nothing short of amazing.”
Stelios Stylianou – Mellona
“What a week! Great to meet customers old and new, and to be voted ‘Pitch of the Day’ at Dragon’s Pantry. Things are ramping up at Flavour Head—here we go!”
Craig Harries, Flavour Head
We’ve secured a prime location and have just five branded spaces available on our stand.
As a Gourmet Partner, you’ll receive:
- Dedicated shelf space & sampling table
- Sales support from our experienced team throughout the event
- The freedom to connect directly with retailers and distributors
- Access to shared marketing and event collateral
To express your interest in securing a place. Contact our event organiser Naomi Knight
hello@gourmetpartners.co.uk