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Sample quality free from products at IFE 2026
The Free From Awards team highlight some IFE exhibitors that have previously been recognised for their free from credentials and great taste.
These companies are leaders in the "free from" sector, recognised by the Free From Awards (FFA) and other prestigious bodies for their commitment to safety, taste, and innovation for allergy-conscious consumers.
Pioneering Innovations
- Fermenti: A standout for gut-friendly innovation, Fermenti won two gold medals for Raspberry & Coconut Bio Bites and was shortlisted as an innovator by Cambridge University. Their unique process combines traditional lacto-fermentation with freeze-drying to preserve 3 billion live cultures in treats that are naturally free from some of the top 14 allergens.
- Foodhak: Celebrated for its "food as medicine" philosophy, 5-year-old Foodhak have received multiple accolades at the FFA for their prepared meals and savoury snacking ranges. Most recently, their Sweet Chilli Beetroot Protein Crackers won a silver medal at FFA 2025, praised for the combination of sweet and spicy flavours and the very welcome free from, clean ingredients list.
- Naturli': winning at FFA 2020, Naturli’ is a benchmark for dairy free excellence, with judges highlighting their authentic flavour and "planet-friendly" profile, which reduces CO2 emissions by 84% compared to dairy butter.
- Previously known as Coconom, The Coconut Company won a gold medal in the Store Cupboard category at the FFA for their organic coconut aminos, marketed as a natural, soya free alternative to traditional soy sauce, distinguished by several key production and dietary factors:
Natural Ingredients: made from the fermented sap of coconut blossoms, blended with sea salt and coconut nectar.
Slow Fermentation: the sauce is naturally aged for six months to develop a rich, sweet, and salty umami profile.
Dietary Compatibility: the product is vegan, soya and gluten free, making it suitable for food hypersensitive consumers, Paleo and Whole30 diets.
Variety: the range includes three main variants: All-Purpose Seasoning, Teriyaki, and Barbeque.
Industry Standards and Excellence
- FREEE: As the UK’s number one gluten free flour brand, FREEE by Doves Farm is a "free from" powerhouse. Founder Clare Marriage was the inspiration behind the Free From Hero Award for her decades-long contribution to the industry. Their products, like the Organic Fruit & Fibre Flakes, are consistent gold winners, recognized for being organic, vegan, and gluten free without compromising texture.
- Seafish UK Ltd: Specializing in high-quality retail solutions, Seafish UK earned a bronze medal at the 2025 Free From Hallowe’en Awards for their Lidl Spooky Fish Nuggets. They are increasingly recognized for adapting traditional favourites into high-quality, allergen-aware options for major retailers.
Strategic Role in the Free From Market
- Kiril Mischeff functions primarily as a leading UK importer and distributor and is a major player in the free from sector, supplying to many Free From Award winning brands.
Ongoing Innovation: The company has been at the forefront of the free-from sector for several years, introducing products like gluten-free red lentil pasta and pea pasta to the market.
Sourcing and Supply: They provide high-quality free-from ingredients to major UK retailers and food manufacturers.
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