Food

The South West’s hottest dining ticket: Chef of the Year awards dinner returns this October

Food lovers are invited to experience one of the most exciting dining events in the region, as the South West Chef of the Year Awards Dinner returns to Exeter this October.

Chef Adam Handling MBE’s AHC Food Festival – a resounding success, attended by thousands

Chef Adam Handling MBE’s first-ever AHC Food Festival was a huge success, he says: “We smashed it!”

Devon’s food and drink stars shine at the 2025 Food Drink Devon Awards

Devon’s vibrant food and drink scene took centre stage on Monday 6th October as the 14th annual Food Drink Devon Awards shone a spotlight on the county’s finest.

Curry Week celebrated with a retro twist at Cotswold favourite

Visitors to Sasa’s Indian Kitchen and Bar between 6th and 12th October might feel as though they’ve stepped straight back into 1982 — and that’s exactly the idea.

Course change at BANK Bristol, as restaurant reveals new menu

BANK Bristol has revealed a new-look menu, marking the most significant step change at the site since executive chef and co-owner, Jack Briggs-Horan first introduced his fire-cooking concept in 2023.

The Food WorksSW strengthens its services for food and drink businesses

The Food WorksSW, continues to strengthen its support for food and drink businesses with the announcement of a new partnership with One Scientific Labs and a new in-house SALSA Auditor.

Source Roadshow serves up Somerset’s finest food & drink in 2026

The South West’s biggest food, drink and hospitality trade show is coming to the Bath & West Showground on Wednesday 25th February 2026, and some of Somerset’s most iconic producers are already confirmed.

Pig and Olive launch Supper Club series in Westward Ho!

Award-winning pizza company Pig and Olive has launched a new six-part Supper Club series running monthly from October to March at their Westward Ho! restaurant.

Lord Mayor of Plymouth visits Burts Snacks for National Recycling Week

The Lord Mayor of Plymouth, Kathy Watkin, visited Burts Snacks’ Plymouth factory as part of National Recycling Week celebrations.

Public vote crowns Redlap as Britain’s Best New Cheese 2025

An Alpine-style goat’s cheese made in Dartmouth, Devon was named Britain’s Best New Cheese on Wednesday 24 September, following a public vote during the live online final of People’s Cheese 2025.

The Source trade show returns for 2026 – celebrating 21 years of connecting South West hospitality

The Source trade show, the South West’s leading food, drink, and hospitality event, is back for its coming of age 21st year on the 3rd and 4th of February 2026, and registration for attendees is now open.

Roots to Resilience: Building a stronger Cornish food system

Cornwall’s food, producer and farming community is invited to a special event aimed at fostering a more resilient local food system.

Ugly Butterfly 2.0 introduces 9-course tasting menu

Adam Handling MBE, opened his Ugly Butterfly 2.0 restaurant just 2 months ago and is already raising the bar by adding a 9-course tasting menu to the restaurant’s offering.

St Ewe and Cornish Bakery: A partnership built on quality and care

In a significant move for a Cornish-based company, St Ewe Free Range Eggs has become the primary egg supplier for Cornish Bakery, one of the UK’s fastest-growing bakery chains.

Jude Kereama to launch ‘Nostalgia’ menu

This October and November, award-winning chef Jude Kereama of Kota in Porthleven invites guests to take a delicious trip down memory lane with a limited-edition Nostalgia Menu.

Roly’s Fudge launches Toffee Apple Fudge for Bonfire Night

As fireworks light the sky and bonfires crackle, Roly’s Fudge is capturing the spirit of Bonfire Night with its seasonal limited edition Toffee Apple Fudge.

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