Food

New national programme opens doors for South West food and drink producers

A new national initiative is aiming to break down barriers and open up major supply chain opportunities for small and micro businesses — including those across the South West’s thriving food and drink sector.

MOR by Tom Sellers to open on 20 July at the Carbis Bay Estate, St Ives

Chef Tom Sellers, of the two Michelin-starred Restaurant Story, is set to open MOR at the Carbis Bay Estate in St Ives on 20 July 2026.

White Lake brings out four new cheeses for Summer

Somerset-based cheesemaker, White Lake Cheese has announced the launch of four new cheeses this month, created for summer spreads, sun-drenched salads and al fresco cheeseboards.

Region’s next generation of star chefs graduate from Michael Caines Academy

The South West’s next wave of culinary talent is ready to make its mark in the hospitality industry, as 16 learners graduate from the Michael Caines Academy at Exeter College.

BUNSIK opens its biggest restaurant yet in Plymouth

BUNSIK is set to open the doors to its first Devon restaurant, bringing its signature Korean corndogs, Korean fried chicken and Seoul-inspired street food to Plymouth city centre.

The RISE of the Anti-Brand Bakery – Cornish Bakery turns its back on ‘cookie cutter’ brand building

Fast growing Cornish Bakery is breaking the normal rules of expansion, turning its back on cookie-cutter brand building.

Flapjackery adds two more Gold Taste of the West Awards to its growing trophy cupboard

Devon-based Flapjackery is celebrating another successful year at the Taste of the West Awards after winning two more Gold Awards for its Raspberry and White Chocolate Flapjack and Salted Caramel Fudge Flapjack.

Roly’s Fudge relocates its oldest fudge pantry and announces new ownership in Barnstaple

Roly’s Fudge has announced new ownership of its oldest pantry in Barnstaple, which has relocated from its long-standing location in the Barnstaple Pannier Market to new premises at 11 Holland Walk.

Trevithick & Trays named Cornwall’s best farm shop

A Cornish family-run farm shop and café is celebrating after being named Best Farm Shop/Deli in the Muddy Stilettos Cornwall Awards 2026.

Pipers & Co launches new food platform to connect regenerative farmers with ethical shoppers

Created to close the gap between producers doing the right thing and consumers who want to support them, Pipers & Co is a new kind of food shopping platform.

voco Zeal Exeter Science Park appoints executive chef

Zeal Hotels has appointed Zibi Klapsia as the executive chef at the award-winning voco Zeal Exeter Science Park.

A natural pairing: Scarlet Hotel welcomes chef rooted in the seasons

Chris Whitmore has taken the helm at Scarlet Hotel at Mawgan Porth in Cornwall as the new Head Chef, bringing a passion for growing, sourcing and celebrating seasonal produce.

The Whitmore Tap wins Best Pub in Bristol

The Whitmore Tap in Clifton, managed by Butcombe Pubs & Inns, is raising a glass after securing a major win at the 2026 National Pub & Bar Awards.

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.

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