The Traveling Taylors

If you think farmer’s markets are just carrots and jam—Cardiff Farmer’s Market will prove you wrong. This small but mighty market is bursting with artisanal foods, hyper-local produce, and passionate makers who’ll tempt you with everything from piping hot breakfast rolls to award-winning cheeses.

Whether you’re popping by for a weekend stroll or stocking up for a picnic in Bute Park, these 10 must-try local treats will give you a taste of Cardiff you won’t find on any restaurant menu.

1. Hot Welsh Cakes (Still Warm!)

🧁 Made right on the griddle, these sugary, buttery discs are a must. The cinnamon-raisin combo is a classic, but keep an eye out for seasonal flavors like cranberry-orange.

✅ Don’t Miss: Grab a pack for later—they rarely last the whole day.

2. Caws Cenarth Cheese

🧀 One of Wales’ most beloved cheese brands, offering creamy Caerffili, punchy Perl Las blue, and buttery Brie-style varieties.

🧡 Try before you buy—samples are always available and dangerously good.

3. Locally Made Honey & Mead

🍯 Cardiff’s urban hives and surrounding countryside produce some of the richest, most floral honey we’ve tasted.

🌼 You’ll also find small-batch mead (fermented honey wine)—a true Welsh tradition.

4. Homemade Sausage Rolls

🥐 Golden, flaky, and often stuffed with unexpected flavors like leek & mustard, lamb & mint, or vegan mushroom-thyme.

🥇 They’re a top seller for a reason. Grab one hot if you can.

5. Artisan Jams & Chutneys

🍓 Made in tiny batches, these spreads are miles better than anything in a jar from the shop. Think: gin & plum, chili tomato, or classic damson.

🎁 Great for gifts—or leveling up your cheese board.

6. Breakfast Baps

🍳 We’re talking fresh eggs, thick-cut bacon, Welsh sausage, and buttery buns. Made to order while you wait, and worth every second.

🥓 Top tip: Add brown sauce. Always.

7. Sourdough from Riverside Sourdough

🍞 Crusty, chewy, and fermented with care, this sourdough flies off the stall by mid-morning. You’ll smell it before you see it.

🥖 Best eaten warm with salted Welsh butter.

8. Welsh Lamb Burgers

🍔 Often cooked fresh on a griddle right at the stall—juicy, rich, and full of herbs.

🔥 Grab one for lunch and you’ll understand why Welsh lamb has a global rep.

9. Craft Cider from Local Orchards

🍎 Small-batch cider makers offer bottles and tastings—ranging from crisp and dry to sweet and fruity.

🥂 A great souvenir or pairing for your picnic haul.

10. Handmade Chocolates & Fudge

🍫 These stalls offer gourmet treats with local cream, dark cocoa, and Welsh sea salt.

🎉 Bonus: many offer dairy-free or vegan options without sacrificing flavor.

Don’t Visit Cardiff Farmer’s Market Hungry

Cardiff Farmer’s Market is more than a Saturday errand—it’s a delicious deep-dive into Welsh food culture, served up by the people who grow, bake, brew, and butcher it.

Go early, go hungry, and bring a tote bag—you’ll leave full of flavor, conversation, and maybe a bottle of cider for later.