Platinum Award
Winner:
Forage Farm Shop & Kitchen
“A worthy winner that has combined community, green goodness and deliciousness all into one forward-thinking package! Supports over 100 local businesses, hosted charitable family events and launched its popular takeaway, Forage Away.”
www.foragefarmshop.co.uk | @foragefarmshop
Special Achievement
Winner:
Giovanni Malacrino
“This was one of the best New Businesses in Cardiff – back in 1983. This – and he – has been ever present since then, delighting and leaving a lasting impression within hospitality in the city. And serving great food to some of the biggest names in entertainment and sport. This is a Special Achievement for an individual and organisation which has done so much for charities and the NHS in Cardiff.”
www.giovanniscardiff.co.uk | @GiovannisCardif
Arts & Creative
Winner:
E&W Couture
“This artistic bridal wear designer is creating waves internationally as well as within Cardiff. Its latest collection ‘Hiraeth’ gained immediate recognition and adoration, promoting Wales to the wider world!”
www.eandwcouture.co.uk | @eandwcouture
Sponsored by: Genero
Bar
Winner:
Craft Republic
“Praised for its agility and innovation in 2022, Craft Republic has produced some of the UK’s favourite beers and rocketed in popularity with its Tap Takeovers and Cider Festival.”
www.wearecraftrepublic.co.uk | @WeAreCraftRep
Business Services
Winner:
Orchard
“Record engagement levels with its Wales in NYC campaign garnering over 4 million interactions. Led the country’s biggest marketing projects for the World Cup, grasping the opportunity with both hands!”
www.thinkorchard.com | @thinkorchard
Sponsored by: Clockwise
Charity
Winner:
bigmoose
“An incredibly noble initiative in Project 1 Million, aiding hundreds needing early intervention and therapy whilst growing its referrals massively year-on-year.”
www.bigmoosecharity.co | @bigmoosetweets
Sponsored by: Glamorgan Cricket
Charity
Winner:
Tŷ Hafan
“Stepped up its charitable efforts with a hugely positive community Hubs Scheme launching in 25 locations in South Wales. Changing lives of children and families alike!”
www.tyhafan.org | @tyhafan
Sponsored by: Glamorgan Cricket
Civic
Winner:
Media Academy Cymru
“Has become renowned for its incredible educational support to Cardiff’s youth generation and disadvantaged students, increasing its classroom delivery space by 80% and engaging over 6000 children.”
www.mediaacademycymru.wales | @MACCymru
Sponsored by: Cardiff Life
Education
Winner:
Nestlings Nursery
“From opening its doors 3 months before the pandemic hit to becoming one of the city’s most successful nurseries. Nestlings almost doubled its members and provide education to over 100 toddlers daily.”
www.nestlingsnursery.co.uk | @nestlingsnursery
Sponsored by: Bupa Dental Care
Event
Winner:
City of Arcades Week by FOR Cardiff
“Cardiff’s arcades oversaw a tourism boom thanks to FOR Cardiff producing 106 events and offers, thousands attending the Night Market and businesses enjoying increased custom. An innovative scheme to attract footfall!”
www.thecityofarcades.com | @cityofarcades_
Financial
Winner:
Penguin
“Proud Penguin have overseen large growth in its turnover and onboard almost 2,000 clients in 2022. Kindly educating people with expert financial advice to live their best lives.”
www.penguinwealth.com | @penguinwm
Hair & Beauty
Winner:
Keep the Faith Social Club
“Took a huge leap of faith forward to become more than just your everyday barbershop into a creative self-care studio. Impressive reviews and thousands of visitors!”
www.keepthefaithsocialclub.com | @keepthefaithsc
Health & Wellbeing
Winner:
Oasis Cardiff
“Oasis has succeeded as a safe haven for many asylum seekers in need of education, training and emotional support. Expanded its provision, with its Mindspring sessions a huge favourite.”
www.oasiscardiff.org | @oasiscdf
Sponsored by: Safehands Recruitment
Homes & Interiors
Winner:
The Tap End
“Something special has started at The Tap End! Offering a complete service with its own builders and fitters resulted in its highest spend on a single bathroom.”
www.thetapend.design | @TheTapEndDesign
Legal
Winner:
Alun Jones Family Law
“A law practice offering tailored expert services with an ambitious team! Has exceeded turnover year-on-year, increased its headcount significantly and undertook a successful rebranding.”
www.ajonesfamilylaw.com | @ajfamilylaw
Leisure & Tourism
Winner:
The Parkgate Hotel
“This exciting new hotel has transformed into one of Cardiff’s finest luxury destinations, welcoming over 80,000 guests complete with Michelin Guide-listed restaurant and popular spa.”
www.theparkgatehotel.wales | @ParkgateHotel
New Business
Winner:
Cora
“A year well spent developing and perfecting its seasonal menus. Since opening the restaurant has been fully booked, rising from a much-loved pop-up to thriving business.”
www.bones-entertainment.com/collections/cora | @corarestcardiff
Sponsored by: 13Fields
People Services
Winner:
Hoop Recruitment
“Hoop hit new heights bringing massive UK wide businesses into the Welsh economy, with its standout contract covering over 48,000 organisations. Recruiting fast, effectively and happily.”
www.hooprecruitment.co.uk | @HoopRecruitment
Property
Winner:
Design Management Partnership
“Received critical acclaim for its vital efforts completing hotel project, Parador 44. Other standout achievements in its 2022 portfolio include Fontygary Leisure Park and Llanerch Vineyard.”
www.designmanagementpartnership.com | @dmp_cardiff
Sponsored by: Park Plaza
Restaurant
Winner:
Matsudai Ramen
“Matsudai opened Wales’ first Ramen restaurant and gained rave reviews for its ramen kits with MasterChef Champion Tim Anderson. Bringing something unique to Grangetown!”
www.matsudai.co.uk | @matsudairamen
Retail
Winner:
Cardiff Farmers Markets
“A traditional, highly-valued market by its customers! Embraced the local traders with over 100 producers across its three regular markets and pop-ups for students at university sites.”
www.cardifffarmersmarkets.org.uk | @cdffarmersmkts
Sustainability
Winner:
Forage Farm Shop & Kitchen
“Forage holds sustainability in its core, which this year began to bear fruit! With smart installation of its 120kwh solar array, the farm is now essentially self-sufficient.”
www.foragefarmshop.co.uk | @foragefarmshop
Sponsored by: Lexus Cardiff
Technology
Winner:
Wales Interactive
“Innovators of state-of-the-art interactive games and movies and increased its potential user base by hundreds of millions thanks to its evolution of new WIST scripting technology.”
www.walesinteractive.com | @WalesInter
Welsh Language
Winner:
Tafwyl
“Terrific Tafwyl welcomed 31,000 weekend visitors, with even more viewers watching live via S4C. With over 40 artists performing, this was the most diverse Welsh language line-up yet.”
www.tafwyl.cymru | @tafwyl
Sponsored by: Cardiff Rugby