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Canned Wine Group looks to the future with key new Head of Sales appointment

Canned Wine Group has appointed Grant Allen as its first Head of Sales, a newly created role that marks a significant step in the Bath-based B Corp’s escalating growth across the UK’s off-trade and hospitality sector.

Full steam ahead: New admiral sets sail in Watermoor

Arkell’s Brewery has joined forces with the new leaseholders of the former Talbot Inn to announce its relaunch under a new name, with doors set to open later this month.

From work placement to national final – the Exeter independent backing the next generation of chefs

Exeter restaurant Crave is celebrating one of its student kitchen team reaching a national cooking final and is calling on other local hospitality businesses to follow suit.

The Food WorksSW unveils new canning line to meet growing demand from drinks sector

The Food WorksSW, the South West’s leading food and drink innovation centre, has launched a new canning line in response to growing demand from food and drink producers looking to scale up production and trial new canned products.

Devon’s Sandford Orchards’ Red Zero wins cider trophy at World Alcohol Free Awards

Devon-based Sandford Orchards is celebrating winning the Best Non-Alcoholic Cider Trophy at the World Alcohol-Free Awards for its alcohol-free cider, Red Zero, following on from winning Gold at these awards earlier this year.

Michael Caines launches South West Chef of the Year competition for 2026

The search has begun for the region’s best chefs. Entries are now open for the South West Chef of the Year.

Harry’s Cider crowned British Perry Champion 2026

Harry’s Cider is celebrating a landmark achievement after being crowned British Perry Champion 2026 at the Royal Bath & West British Cider Championships.

Isaac Cider goes light with ‘Weightless’ 0.5% launch

Dorset-based Isaac Cider has launched Weightless, a new lightly sparkling 0.5% cider aimed at the growing demand for premium low and no-alcohol drinks across the on and off-trade.

The Quarterdeck Restaurant at The Nare launches Seasonal Supper Clubs

The Quarterdeck Restaurant at The Nare hotel, which serves delicious seafood with the very best sea views in Cornwall, has introduced quarterly Supper Clubs celebrating Cornwall’s coastline, the arrival of each new season and exceptional local produce.

A feast for the senses – The Cotswold Show Food Hall 2026

From award-winning cheeses to craft spirits, artisan chocolate to fresh doughnuts — the Cotswold Show Food Hall returns bigger and better than ever on 4th and 5th July.

Rodda’s Trials New Product at The Food WorksSW Innovation Hub

The Food WorksSW – food and drink innovation and development centre in North Somerset – recently welcomed Rodda’s Clotted Cream into their purpose-built dairy kitchen.

Hospitality rallies behind bold new campaign for 10% VAT cut

Hospitality businesses, employees and industry organisations are being urged to get behind a new nationwide campaign calling on the Government to cut VAT for the sector to 10%

Great Cornish Food to celebrate tenth birthday and bid fond farewell to founder Ruth

Cornwall’s finest food and drink will be celebrated later this month when the Great Cornish Food Store marks its tenth anniversary.

Tregothnan Tea brews up Duke of Cornwall award win

Tregothnan Tea has won the 2026 Duke of Cornwall’s Award at the Royal Cornwall Show, recognising the estate’s commitment to sustainable farming, environmental stewardship and innovation in British food production.

Voting now open for Food Drink Devon’s People’s Choice Awards, including new ‘Best Devon Product’ category

Voting has officially opened for the Food Drink Devon People’s Choice Awards, giving consumers the opportunity to celebrate the very best in local food, drink and hospitality.

Bristol Beer Factory’s Independence crowned CAMRA Champion Beer of Britain 2026

Bristol Beer Factory’s flagship pale ale Independence (4.6%) has been crowned CAMRA’s Champion Beer of Britain 2026, the highest honour in UK brewing.

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