Rachel is Real!
Rachel Rowlands founded the Rachel's™ brand in the UK in 1984 together with her husband and business partner, Gareth. Under the pair's visionary direction, the brand quickly skyrocketed to success.
In 1997, Rachel was honored with a Member of the British Empire (MBE) Award from the Queen for Services to Agriculture. This coveted prize is recognized in Britain as a sign of highest excellence in one's field. In 2003, Rachel was named Wales' first True Taste Ambassador for her outstanding role in promoting the Welsh food and beverage industry. Rachel is also Deputy Lord Lieutenant of the Welsh county of Cardiganshire; a position in which she serves as the Queen's deputy.
Rachel and Gareth are now semi-retired, acting as consultants to the company they founded. Explore our history to learn more about the three generations of women behind Rachel's and their pioneering achievements in dairy science, the culinary arts and business.