Capital to play host to Wales' first Gluten Free Food Show

CARDIFF is set to host Wales' inaugural Gluten Free Food Show next month.

Visitors will have the chance to sample and buy a whole range of gluten free delights from more than 20 local and national companies including bakeries, breweries, high street retailers and caterers.

Coeliac UK, the national charity for people living gluten free, is hosting the event on Saturday, October 28 at the Radisson Blu Hotel. The event is free to attend - but you can register for tickets in advance - and takes place from 10am-4pm.

Tristan Humphreys, Coeliac UK Lead in Wales said: "This is the first event of its type to take place in Wales and will showcase some of the best gsluten free products currently available. The people of Wales have waited a long time for such an event, so don't miss you're chance to be a part of it."

In addition to the stands, visitors will be able to enjoy a range of expert talks and cookery demonstrations and the chance to ask questions about sticking to gluten free diet, the latest research on coeliac disease or just how to make a tasty gluten free meal.

Dr Dai Lloyd AM, chairman of the Welsh Assembly Cross Party Group on Coeliac Disease said: "The people of Wales have a longstanding love of food and I'm delighted to welcome the first ever Wales Gluten Free Food Show in Cardiff. I'm looking forwarding to attending myself; in the words of the great Welsh hymn, Cwm Rhondda, 'feed me till I want no more'."

It is anticipated that the event will attract more than 1,000 guests of all ages attending from across Wales and the south west. For more information go to www.coeliac.org.uk

This story originally appeared in the South Wales Echo