Food

Sharpham Dairy becomes first dairy cheesemakers to achieve B Corp certification

Devon-based Sharpham Dairy has successfully achieved certification as a B Corporation, making it the first cheese dairy in the country to achieve this globally recognised accreditation.

Rick Stein Restaurants and 21 Hospitality Group launch chef apprenticeships

Rick Stein and North East-based restaurant company 21 Hospitality Group are hoping to bridge the skill shortage with a newly launched chef apprenticeship scheme.

The Pig Hotels acquired by private equity firm with plans for further sites

The Pig Hotels group, comprising eight acclaimed rural boutique hotels, has been acquired by Denver-based private equity firm KSL Capital Partners, in partnership with co-founder Robin Hutson.

The Ostrich named Best Pub in Bristol at National Pub & Bar awards

It’s official… Butcombe Pubs & Inns’ The Ostrich is the best pub in Bristol. The iconic pub on Bristol’s harbourside has been named as a County Winner at this year’s National Pub & Bar Awards.

Cornish Premier Pasties predict £7m turnover after successful first quarter growth

Cornish Premier Pasties is celebrating a record start to the year, with sales up 54% at the end of the first quarter and turnover predicted to reach £7m in 2022.

Local chefs bring The School of Food to City of Bristol College

Local chef Josh Eggleton and St Monica Trust’s Adrian Kirikmaa have partnered with City of Bristol College to address the challenges to the hospitality industry with their project The School of Food.

Swann returns to The Castle at Taunton to join as executive chef

Andrew Swann has been appointed as executive chef at The Castle at Taunton in Somerset – returning to where he first started his career more than 20 years ago.

NEW Food and drink trade show comes to Bristol!

On Thursday 16th of June, the Source Roadshow will be bringing more than 100 exhibitors to Bristol’s Ashton Gate Stadium, for one day only.

Under-threat rural pubs receive government funding and are put into community ownership

Two under-threat English pubs and a café tea garden in the South West have been put into community ownership and saved by government funding.

Butcombe Pubs & Inns wins big at this year’s Publican Awards

Liberation Group’s Butcombe Pubs & Inns enjoyed an evening to remember at last night’s Publican Awards, scooping a trio of prestigious awards.

Lyme Bay Winery Cellar Door wins Gold at Taste of the West Awards

Lyme Bay Winery is delighted to announce it has won Gold in the Specialist Retailer Category for its Cellar Door at the Great Taste of the West Awards 2022.

Easter fun – and food – ahead at Abbotsbury attractions!

A fun spotters’ trail, a celebration of the best of Dorset’s food and drink and the chance to see a fine collection of vintage and veteran cars are all part of the Easter celebrations.

Susy Atkins appointed to Food Drink Devon’s board and as head drinks judge of prestigious awards

Food Drink Devon, one of the county’s leading food and drink organisations, has appointed Susy Atkins to their board of directors.

Sausage, ale and music fest set to be a banger!

Following the successful return of March’s beer festival after two dormant years, The Driftwood Spars has announced dates for its next foray into food and drink festivities on the Cornish coast.

Gloucester Food Dock releases first names for £3.5m waterfront dining destination

Gloucester Food Dock, in the heart of the historic city of Gloucester, has released the names of their first three artisan food & drink businesses.

Sandridge Barton unveils new visitor centre and winery ready for Summer 2022

Sandridge Barton, the home of Sharpham Wine, is proud to unveil its brand new visitor centre, winery and restaurant.

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