We are proud to share some fantastic news from our sister company, Granarolo UK, who delivered an exceptional performance at the 2026 International Cheese and Dairy Awards (ICDA), one of the most prestigious competitions in the dairy industry.

Not only did Granarolo UK come away with 25 medals across a remarkable breadth of categories, they also took home the prestigious Champion Trade Stand 2026 title, recognising the very best exhibitor presence at the show.

Gold (8 medals)

• Burrata
• Nodini (Fior de Latte in knots)
• Stracchino
• Perla Ovoline (Fior de Latte bite-size)
• Grana Padano (9 months)
• Pecorino Toscano DOP
• Pecorino Romano (grating, over 8 months)
• Pizza Block (Block Mozzarella)

Silver (8 medals)

• Truffle Burrata
• Mozzarella di Bufala Ball
• Stracciatella
• Parmigiano Reggiano (30 months)
• Pecorino Toscano DOP Stagionato
• Pecorino Romano (5 months)
• Capra Testadura (hard pressed goat’s milk)
• Kefir

Bronze (9 medals)

• Truffle Burrata (cow’s milk with truffle)
• Mozzarella di Bufala
• Ricotta Salata
• Ricotta
• Pettinicchio Julienne
• Quattrocento (vegetarian speciality)
• Gorgonzola Dolce PDO
• Panna UHT (single cream)
• Yomo Coffee Yogurt

These results speak for themselves. Founded as a farmers’ cooperative in Bologna in 1957, Granarolo has spent nearly 70 years perfecting the craft of Italian cheesemaking and dairy production, and this haul of medals across such a diverse range, topped off with the Champion Trade Stand title, is a remarkable endorsement of that quality.

The great news for our customers is that many of these award-winning products are available to order directly through Midland Chilled Foods. Whether you are looking to strengthen your cheese counter, add authentic Italian ingredients to your kitchen, or bring something genuinely different to your customers, the range is ready and waiting.

Want to find out more? Get in touch with the team today to discover which Granarolo lines are available through Midland Chilled Foods and how to get them working for your business.

01902 366004
info@midlandchilled.co.uk