Scottish Food & Drink September 2026
Scottish Food & Drink September has returned for its 17th year, and for 2026, the month-long celebration is focused on how 'Every Bites Tells a Story' – showcasing the care, creativity, passion and dedication that goes into our world-class produce.
With exclusive data from The Knowledge Bank, Scotland Food & Drink’s insight hub, showing that 84% of Scots want to buy more Scottish food and drink products, it's never been more important to shine a spotlight on our £19 billion sector.
Keep reading to discover stories from businesses across Scotland, as well as conversations with fantastic local chefs.
To find out more, click here to read our press release.
Every Bite Tells a Story
Discover how Scottish producers, organisations and business owners are using storytelling to highlight the quality of Scotland's food and drink.
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As a fourth-generation family bakery based in the heart of Kilmarnock, Ayrshire, since 1945, Brownings has always been passionate about bringing great baking to its local community and beyond. To celebrate Scottish Food & Drink September 2026, we spoke to Brownings about its most famous product, the Kilmarnock Pie, and learned why the team believe it's so important to buy from and support Scottish producers. |
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Pods for Purpose is proving that a cup of coffee can do more than caffeinate; it can create social impact. Founded on the belief that everyday products can be built around purpose rather than just profit, the Community Interest Company blends over a decade of coffee industry experience with a mission to support communities across Scotland, and is now launching its wholesale offering this September. |
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Bon Accord is proving that Scottish soft drink heritage and modern taste can go hand in hand. Originally founded in Arbroath in 1903, the brand was revived in 2016 by the great-great-granddaughter of its founder and has since become best known for its award-winning Rhubarb Soda. |
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The Planure site in which Rowan Glen operates today has been producing yoghurt for over 30 years. In 2022, the business overcame closure to relaunch as an independent, family-run producer rooted in Dumfries and Galloway. For Scottish Food & Drink September 2026, Rowan Glen shares the story behind their restart, the people who made it possible, and what 'Scottish food and drink' means when it's made one pot at a time. |
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Championing Scottish food and drink is at the heart of Bidfood Scotland. Working with more than 100 Scottish suppliers and offering over 700 locally sourced products, the business connects producers with customers across the hospitality and foodservice sector. In this Q&A, Stephanie Johnstone, Regional Sourcing Manager – Scotland, shares her thoughts on supporting local producers, championing Scottish provenance and the opportunities shaping the future of Scotland’s food and drink industry. |
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For over three decades, the Contini family have been bringing Italian heritage and Scottish provenance together on the plate, from their much-loved Edinburgh restaurants to the Kitchen Garden they've nurtured in Princes Street Gardens. Led by Carina Contini, the business has built its story around family, seasonality and community sourcing. In this Q&A, Carina shares how heritage, provenance and family continue to shape everything Contini does, from seed to plate. |
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Farmed by the Mitchell family since the early 1900s, Castleton Farm has grown from a traditional dairy and strawberry farm into a thriving, diversified family business. Today, alongside its fruit-growing operation, the farm produces its own range of preserves and food products and welcomes visitors to its farm shop and café. |
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Founded in 1975 when Helen Dean started baking shortbread in her kitchen in Huntly, Aberdeenshire, to raise money for the local pipe band, Dean's has grown into one of the country's most recognisable brands. The family-owned business produces premium shortbread, biscuits and savoury cheese bites, and in this Q&A, we discover why the team prides itself on using time honoured, handcrafted baking methods to craft the perfect taste and flavour. |
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Using centuries-old traditions and modern knowledge to create natural, sustainable salt crystals, Blackthorn Salt is made from 100% west coast sea water and nothing else. In our Scottish Food & Drink September Q&A, Whirly Marshall, co-founder of Blackthorn Salt, tell us a little more about the history of the business, and discusses the importance of appreciating what we have available right on our doorstep. |
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As a fourth generation, family-owned, award-winning business, Stockan's Oatcakes is built on heritage, tracing the family's business connections on Orkney back to the 1910s. Famous for its handmade triangular oatcakes, which are made with high fibre wholegrain oats and fresh Orkney water, Stockan's is based in the picturesque coastal town of Stromness, where the local community has been vital for the company's continued success. |
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Made in the village of Ardfern in Argyll and Bute, Ardfern Black Pudding came about after the spark of an idea in the middle of Loch Craignish, while founders Derek and Rob were out fishing. Recognising a desire for local produce, Derek and Rob set out on their journey to create just that, starting by going way back to uncover the history of black pudding. This year’s Scottish Food & Drink September campaign centres around the idea that Every Bite Tells a Story so, we caught up with Derek to find out more about Ardfern’s story, its beginnings, and the importance of supporting Scottish produce. |
A Conversation with Martin Ross
With 40 years of experience in the hospitality industry, Martin Ross brings a wealth of knowledge, skill and passion to his role as Development Chef at Bidfood. Passionate about working with new ingredients and flavours, Martin has a particular appreciation for Scotland’s local produce.
Here, Martin shares his thoughts on Scottish produce, new ingredients and the experiences that have shaped his four decades in the industry.
A Conversation with David & Michael Neave
Located within The Scotch Whisky Experience on Edinburgh’s historic Royal Mile, Amber Restaurant & Whisky Bar was established in 2001, and is currently celebrating 25 years of helping independent travellers and local food lovers alike discover the wonders of Scotland's larder. Here, father and son chef duo, David and Michael Neave, share what they believe makes Scotland's food and drink so world-renowned.
Scottish Food & Drink September News
Scottish Food & Drink September launches today – and this year, the month-long campaign is celebrating the story behind every bite.
From 1-30 September, Scottish Food & Drink September returns, honouring the people, products, produce and unique foodie experiences that make this sector so special.
Nairn's has partnered with Ayrshire-based Blackthorn Sea Salt to launch its incredible Gluten Free Sea Salt Flatbreads, bringing together two Scottish producers with a shared passion for making simple ingredients taste beyond the expected.