Flapjackery Sidmouth and Lyme Regis strike Gold at the 2026 Taste of the West Awards
Flapjackery is celebrating a double win, with its Sidmouth and Lyme Regis shops picking up Gold in the Specialist Retailer/Deli category at the prestigious Taste of the West Awards, adding to its growing number of Gold-winning shops.
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Dorset cidery wins global recognition at International Cider Awards
Dorset-based Isaac Cider is celebrating international recognition after winning two Silver Medals at the International Cider Awards 2026, part of the globally respected International Brewing & Cider Awards.
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Introducing Thatchers brand new Blood Orange 0.0%
Thatchers, the family cider maker behind the UK’s most popular Low & No cider, is expanding its range with Thatchers Blood Orange 0.0%.
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Navas Drinks launches mixer cans!
South-west mixer brand Navas Drinks have just dropped an exciting new range of 150ml can mixers to complement their portfolio.
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Community takeover of Ponsanooth’s pub to host its first Beer Festival
Ponsanooth Community Benefit Society (PCBS) – the volunteer group leading the campaign to buy back the village’s last pub through a community share offer – has taken over the Stag Hunt Inn for the whole of April.
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Porthleven Food Festival returns next weekend with exciting 2026 line-up
One of Cornwall’s most beloved culinary celebrations is back – Porthleven Food Festival returns next weekend (Friday 24th to Sunday 26th April) – bringing a vibrant weekend of food, drink and entertainment to the picturesque harbour town.
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Powderkeg sweeps the board with ‘The Eight’ limited-edition bottle series at Indie Beer Week
Powderkeg were declared ‘Champions of the South West’, taking 8 awards including Champion Keg Beer at the Indie Beer Awards SW in Newton Abbot this week, run by SIBA (Society of Independent Brewers).
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VisitEngland Awards for Excellence 2026 to take place at Aerospace Bristol
VisitEngland has announced that this year’s VisitEngland Awards for Excellence will be held at Aerospace Bristol, under the wings of Concorde Alpha Foxtrot, the supersonic passenger jet, on Wednesday 3rd June.
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Rise & Shine supports FUEL LIVE 2026
Rise & Shine is proud to be supporting FUEL LIVE 2026, KW Marketing’s flagship live event for ambitious food & drink brands ready to turn marketing into predictable sales, on Thursday 23rd April at The View, Sandy Park, Exeter.
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Simply Hospitality Podcast builds momentum with Season 3 following successful launch at The Source trade show
Simply Hospitality – The Podcast, began its third season with a live launch at The Source Show earlier this year.
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Turning up the heat: Easton Chilli’s new cookery school
Bristol-based artisan producer Easton Chilli has unveiled an exciting new chapter in its growth story with the launch of its dedicated Cookery School, bringing hands-on, chilli-focused classes to the heart of its Easton HQ.
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A taste of Summer: Cheltenham Food & Drink Festival returns to Montpellier Gardens
Summer is firmly on the horizon, and with it comes the return of one of the Cotswolds most anticipated celebrations of food, drink and community — the Cheltenham Food & Drink Festival.
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Winterhalter launches the 12th KP of the Year competition
Winterhalter has announced the launch of the 2026 Kitchen Porter of the Year competition, giving the industry a chance to celebrate the everyday heroes of foodservice and catering and the vital work they do.
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Plonk’d launches brunch
Plonk’d, the Spanish inspired restaurant and bar in Wadebridge, has launched a vibrant new brunch menu, bringing the relaxed spirit of Northern Spain to weekend mornings in North Cornwall.
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RAVE Coffee collaborates with (Un)ordinary for first ever oat drink blend
Cirencester-based independent roastery, RAVE Coffee will release its first blend created specifically for oat drinks this month, in collaboration with (Un)ordinary from Winchester.
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Getting to know: Angus Lugsdin
There’s something quietly compelling about Angus Lugsdin.
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