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The George Inn to reopen after refurbishment and renovation

The George Inn, Norton St Philip has reopened, having been closed for six weeks for essential improvements and preservation works.

Rich’s Vintage Cider named Taste of the West Champion Cider 2023

The team at Rich’s Cider is celebrating after their Vintage Cider was named Champion Cider at the Taste of the West Awards 2023.

Sheppy’s Cider scores sponsorships with Taunton Titans RFC and Taunton Town FC

One of Somerset’s oldest cider makers, Sheppy’s Cider, has launched partnerships with two prominent local sports teams, Taunton Titans RFC and Taunton Town FC, to become the main sponsor of both clubs.

Blue Plaque for Weston-super-Mare’s oldest building

An English Heritage Blue Plaque has been unveiled at The Old Thatched Cottage restaurant in Weston-super-Mare, which is the oldest building in the resort.

Hearts in Hospitality honors breakfast chef Gerry Barage of Castle Hotel, Taunton

In June 2023, the Institute of Hospitality launched the Hearts in Hospitality initiative to acknowledge and celebrate the unsung heroes of the hospitality industry.

Love Hospitality – The Burnt Chef Project launches 2024 gala dinner

Following the hugely successful inaugural gala dinner in November 2022, The Burnt Chef Project has announced its second headline event, aptly titled Love Hospitality, taking place on Monday 25th March 2024 at London ExCel.

Thatchers introduces apple and blackcurrant variant to its range of fruit ciders

Thatchers Cider is extending its range of fruit ciders with a new Apple and Blackcurrant variant.

Bath hotels sweep the board at prestigious hotel awards

At the Boutique Hotelier Awards which recognise and celebrate excellence and innovation in the boutique hotel industry, four Bath properties scooped awards including The Royal Crescent Hotel & Spa in Bath which won Boutique Hotel of the Year 2023.

The Food Works^SW helps drinks brand Well Fruited develop production

With their expert support and industry advice, The Food WorksSW is helping Well Fruited to realise their dream of seeing their new fruit SuperBlend™ drink on the shelves of independent farm shops, delis and major supermarkets.

First ever regenerative milk vending trial set to launch at SPAR Market Place in Nunney

Nunney near Frome in Somerset will be the setting for a brand new regenerative milk vending trial, which will see Golden Hooves milk and milkshakes being sold in-store for the first time.

Small business boost: Sandwich Sandwich named Uber Eats Restaurant of the Year

Bristol based Sandwich Sandwich is the Uber Eats UK and Ireland’s Restaurant of the Year, triumphing above thousands of independent eateries for the title.

Regency recruits in response to business growth

Regency Purchasing Group wants to recruit more than 20 new people in response to significant growth and an increase in demand for its services.

Visit Exmoor – Discovering the aspiring young chefs of tomorrow

Visit Exmoor and partners are helping local young people discover their culinary passion with the second year of the Exmoor Young Chef of the Year competition.

The Food WorksSW announces autumn workshops

Food and drink innovation centre The Food WorksSW has announced its autumn line up of expert workshops at its Weston-super-Mare base for all UK based food and drink businesses.

Butcombe’s Festival Of Laughs returns this autumn

Following the success of its Festival of Laughs back in May, the fun is set to make a return – Butcombe Pubs & Inns is delighted to announce the Festival of Laughs – The Tall Tales Tour!

Controversial flavour extraction concept set to stir up drinks industry

A brand-new patented process, which removes the water and alcohol from any drink – creating a unique flavour extract, promises to completely redefine the way we make and transport drinks, around the globe.

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