The SQLBits 2026 Menu Has Landed

One of the questions we always get before SQLBits is: “What’s the food like?” Good news – the menu for SQLBits 2026 at ICC Wales is now confirmed, and there’s plenty to keep everyone fuelled through four days of learning, networking, and late-night conversations.

Across the conference you’ll find a mix of hearty hot lunches, quick breakfasts, all-day snacks and classic Welsh treats, always including plant based options. Coffee, tea and squash will be available throughout the day.

On the Go Pick & Mix Snacks

To keep everyone going between sessions, we now have pick & mix snacks. These are designed as grab-and-go snacks to keep energy levels up throughout the day whilst stocks last.

• Sea salt roasted sunflower, pumpkin seeds, & roasted chickpeas
• Dried fruit medley – prunes, apricots, cranberries and raisins
• Salted popcorn, pretzels & chocolate raisins
• Whole fruit – plums, bananas & clementines

Low-Sensory Food Option

A low-sensory food option will also be available, including packed sandwiches or wraps, crisps, yoghurt and whole fruit. This option is designed for attendees who prefer simpler food choices.

Daytime Menus

(scroll down for our exciting evening event menus!)

Wednesday

Breakfast

• Welsh maple-cured bacon in a sourdough bun (W)
• Sausage & egg spiced burrito with mozzarella (W,D)
• Vegetable sausage patty with spiced tomato chutney, sourdough bun (V,S,W) (plant based)
• Mixed Welsh yoghurt pots (V,D)
• Mixed fruit pots (V)

Lunch

• Pork sausage with Welsh leek mash & onion gravy (Sd)
• Chicken & chorizo paella, with gochjung dressing (Sd,s,Se)
• Vegetable sausage with Welsh leek mash and onion gravy (plant based) (V,Sd)
• Potato & bean salad with parsley, red onion and lemon sour cream (plant based) (V)
• Chocolate marquise dessert (V,W,E,D,S)

Break snacks

• Whole fruit (V)
• Cookies selection (V,W,D,S)

Thursday

Breakfast

• Pork sausage patty in sourdough bun (W)
• Stuffed portobello mushroom with chickpeas & dukkah (plant based)(V,S,W)
• Vegetable sausage patty with spiced tomato chutney, sourdough bun (V,S,W) (plant based)
• Mixed Welsh yoghurt pots (V,D)
• Mixed fruit pots (V)

Lunch

• Chicken chasseur with thyme roasted potatoes (S,D)
• Beef penne bolognese in a rich tomato passata with mozzarella (W,D)
• Carbonara macaroni with sauteed mushrooms & pumpkin seed pesto (plant based)(V,S,W)
• Caesar salad with crispy onion and croutons¹ (plant based)(V,W)
• Cherry velvet cake (V,W,E,D)

Break snacks

• Whole fruit (V)
• Welsh Cakes (V,W,D,S,E)

Friday

Breakfast

• Welsh maple-cured bacon in a sourdough bun (W)
• Sausage & egg spiced burrito with mozzarella (W,D)
• Vegetable sausage patty with spiced tomato chutney, sourdough bun (V,S,W) (plant based)
• Mixed Welsh yoghurt pots (V,D)
• Mixed fruit pots (V)

Lunch

• Minted Welsh lamb kofta with harissa rice & mint yoghurt dressing (D,W)
• Sweet & sour chicken with Cantonese sauce and steamed rice (W,D,S)
• Red Thai pumpkin curry with coconut rice (plant based) (V,Sd)
• BBQ Welsh cauliflower salad with Ranch dressing, quinoa & seeds (plant based)(V,S,Sd)
• Apple choux bun dessert (V,W,D,S,E)

Break snacks

• Whole fruit (V)
• Cookies selection (V,W,D,S)

Saturday

Breakfast

• Pork sausage patty in sourdough bun (W)
• Stuffed portobello mushroom with chickpeas & dukkah (plant based)(V,S,W)
• Vegetable sausage patty with spiced tomato chutney, sourdough bun (V,S,W) (plant based)
• Mixed Welsh yoghurt pots (V,D)
• Mixed fruit pots (V)

Lunch

• Welsh beef tagine with curried raisin & coriander couscous (Sd,W)
• Spanish chicken & chorizo casserole with rosemary patatas bravas (SD)
• Butternut squash & bean chilli with rice (plant based) (V,Sd)
• Caprese salad with heritage tomato & basil² (plant based)(V)
• Lemon meringue cheesecake (V,W,D,S)

Break snacks

• Whole fruit (V)
• Welsh Cakes (V,W,D,S,E)

Evening Catering at SQLBits

Each evening at SQLBits features a different dinner experience, designed to keep things relaxed and easy to eat while catching up with friends and meeting new people. Here’s what’s on the menu across the evenings.

Wednesday – Burger Night

A gourmet burger buffet with classic toppings and sides.

Main options

• Southern fried chicken burger (W)
• Spiced vegetable burger with salsa and guacamole (plant-based) (V,W,Sd)

Served with:

• Chunky chips (V)
• Sourdough bun (V,W)
• Brioche bun (V,W,D,S,E)
• Gluten-free bun (V,S)

Toppings

• Cheddar cheese (V,D)
• Lettuce, tomato, red onion, gherkins (V,Mu)
• Salsa and guacamole (V)
• Mustard, garlic mayo, ketchup (V,Mu)
• Burger relish and coleslaw (V,Mu)

Thursday – Curry Night

A relaxed family-style curry dinner with classic dishes and sides.

Main dishes

• Chicken tikka masala (D,SD)
• Saag aloo (potatoes cooked in fragnant spices with spinach) (V)
• Chana masala (chickpea cooked in ginger and chili) (V)

Served with

• Steamed spiced rice (V)
• Poppadoms (V,W)
• Mango chutney (V,SD)
• Mint raita (V,D)

Friday – Street Food Party Night

A street food–style party with multiple food stations and plenty of options.

Hot Dog Bar

• Classic hot dog (W)
• Vegetable sausage (V)

Served with:

• Potato wedges (V)
• Fried onions (V)
• Chilli con carne (Sd)
• Mozzarella (V,D)
• Mustard, garlic mayo, ketchup (V,Mu)
• Nachos and slaw (V,S,W)

Fajita Bar

• Grilled chicken strips with peppers and onions
• Fried cauliflower wings (V)
• Fried corn ribs (V)

Served with:

• Lime steamed rice
• Shredded lettuce (V)
• Guacamole (V)
• Sour cream (V,D)
• Tzatziki (V,D)
• Grated cheese (V,D)
• Garlic aioli (V)

Chilli Bar

• Mexican chilli con carne (Sd)
• Vegetable chilli sin carne (plant based)(V,S)

Served with:

• Mexican rice (V)
• Nachos (V,W)
• Jalapeños (V,Sd)
• Guacamole (V)
• Sour cream (V,D)
• Salsa and hot sauce (V)

Dessert

• Mini pots of Mario’s Welsh ice cream (V,D)
• Sorbet (V)
• With toppings including chocolate, caramel and raspberry sauce and chocolate shavings (V,S,D)

Important Allergen Information

The catering team take care with allergies, but the kitchens cannot guarantee an allergen-free environment, so please notify the team of any dietary requirements in advance. Common allergen references used above:

Gluten Allergy: (B) Barley, (O) Oats, (R) Rye, (SP) Spelt, (W) Wheat
Nut (Tree Nut) Allergy: (A) Almonds, (BN) Brazil nuts, (CN) Cashew nuts, (H) Hazelnuts, (PS) Pistachios,
(PN) Pecan nuts, (WN) Walnuts
Other Allergy: (C) Celery, (CR) Crustaceans, (D) Dairy/milk, (E) Eggs, (F) Fish, (L) Lupin, (M) Molluscs,
(MU) Mustard, (P) Peanuts, (SE) Sesame seeds, (S) Soya, (SD) Sulphur dioxide