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Taste of the West expands to support the Channel Islands

Taste of the West is proud to support, inspire and celebrate the South West’s incredible food and drink sector — and now they’re extending that support to include the Channel Islands.

Hoteliers back bigger Bristol arena bid

Bristol hoteliers have backed plans to increase the capacity of the YTL Arena which is currently under construction at the former Filton Airfield site.

Sandford Orchards launches Ben’s Cider, at inaugural Bristol Cider Week, in collaboration with Ben Collins

Sandford Orchards is launching a new Vintage Straw Pressed Fine Cider (ABV 6.8%) created in collaboration with Ben Collins, formerly known as The Stig.

Bramley & Gage Ltd. launches new premium liqueurs: Amaretto, Limoncello & Coffee Liqueur

Bramley & Gage Ltd., have expanded their premium offering with the launch of three new artisan liqueurs: Amaretto, Limoncello, and Coffee Liqueur.

Bristol hoteliers hope summer will get brighter still

Schools will soon be out for summer and the peak holiday season will be in full swing but while temperatures have been soaring Bristol hoteliers say they hope summer will be brighter still.

Grand Appeal to get a helping hand from hoteliers

The Bristol-based Wallace & Gromit’s Grand Appeal is to get a helping hand from hoteliers in the city who have pledged to raise funds for the Bristol Children’s Hospital Charity.

British Summertime Tipple – The West Country’s answer to Pimms

Ten Hides, a small artisan distillery on the banks of the River Avon, has launched a unique British Summertime Tipple.

Michael Caines launches South West Chef of the Year 2025

Renowned chef Michael Caines MBE DL has launched the 2025 edition of the prestigious South West Chef of the Year competition – a highlight of the region’s culinary calendar.

A new future dawns for Taste of the West

The Consortium Of People Who Care has successfully purchased the IP of Taste of the West.

Bristol charity is real winner of football fundraiser

The Bristol-based Grand Appeal charity was the real winner of a fundraising football tournament played between teams from a dozen city hotels.

Butcombe’s Original has won Best Session Bitter at the 2025 CAMRA Beer Awards

The brewing team at Butcombe Brewing Co is proud to announce that Butcombe Original has just been crowned Category Winner for Best Session Bitter in the 2025 Campaign for Real Ale (CAMRA) Beer Awards.

The Halfway Heroes are coming to Bristol!

The climate-friendly Halfway Heroes are coming to Bristol on Wednesday 18th June giving away hundreds of FREE plant-based burgers as part of the uplifting new campaign.

Bristol hoteliers hope a bright summer lies ahead

Hoteliers in Bristol are cautiously optimistic their businesses will enjoy a brighter summer after a challenging start to 2025.

Coffee company brews success with a fresh pot of funding

Bristol Twenty Tea and Coffee Company is experiencing continued growth, supported by an £80,000 funding package from leading UK asset finance provider, Ignition that will facilitate the expansion of their espresso machine rental portfolio.

Speculation is emerging around the future of regional food group Taste of the West

There has been a silence from the current organisation about the future of the South West regional food group, but it is now public knowledge that administrators have been appointed to secure a future for this highly valued brand.

Bristol Hoteliers put their knowledge to the test for Brain Tumour Support

Teams of quizzers from 11 Bristol hotels came up with all the answers to raise £1,265 for the Brain Tumour Support charity.

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