Food and drink firms ready to shine as part of national event

Four of Ayrshire’s finest food and drink businesses have been named among the finalists for the Scotland Food & Drink Excellence Awards.

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Arran Dairies, Brownings the Bakers, Dunbia Highland Meats and Mossgiel Organic Dairy have all been nominated for awards.

Now in its 25th year, the Scotland Food & Drink Excellence Awards recognise the highest quality of produce, as well as leading suppliers, individuals and companies in the industry.

This year, winners will be announced at the awards night hosted by journalist and broadcaster Kirsty Wark on September 4 at the DoubleTree by Hilton, Glasgow.

Among the 85 finalists from 60 different businesses across Scotland are four Ayrshire firms. Arran Dairies have been nominated in the small business dairy product of the year category for their Arran Blackthorn Salted Caramel Ice Cream.