Industry News

Taste of the West: Fighting for food exporters from the South West

On Monday this week Taste of the West had discussions with a government official from the cabinet office and the DEFRA lead on Technical Barriers to Trade, to lobby on behalf of their members trying to access European markets.

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.

Root to open third site in Bath this Autumn

Modern vegetable-led restaurant Root, by Josh & Holly Eggleton’s The Pony Restaurant Group and co-patrons Rob Howell and Meg Oakley-Howell, is set to expand with the opening of Root in Bath next month.

From Italy to the rest of Europe: Pocketful of Stones expands into six European countries, just weeks after Italy deal

Independent Cornish craft distillery Pocketful of Stones, best known for its innovative spirits and signature Dr Squid Gin, has expanded its European reach once again.

Devon’s Sandford Orchards’ Red Zero named best no-alcohol cider in the world

Devon-based Sandford Orchards’ Red Zero has just won gold and been named Best Non-Alcoholic Cider at the World Cider Awards, less than a year after it was launched.

Hoteliers to connect with next generation of hospitality talent

Bristol Hoteliers will host a special event next month to kick-start an education initiative which aims to partner businesses with local schools to inspire the next generation of industry talent.

Cornish Bakery celebrates record-breaking Summer trading

Fast-growing independent Cornish Bakery has delivered a record-breaking summer of trading, achieving 24% total sales growth year-on-year.

Bar Buoy’s “lovely” moment: Devon brand takes This Morning by storm

Bar Buoy, the award-winning ready-made cocktail brand based on the Devon coast, was proudly featured on ITV’s This Morning.

Bread to beer! St Austell teams up with Toast Brewing

St Austell Brewery has partnered with London’s sustainable brewing powerhouse, Toast Brewing, to create a limited-edition beer made using surplus bread.

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.

Devon food lovers: Cast your vote in the new Food Drink Devon People’s Choice Award

Consumers can show their support for Devon’s outstanding hospitality scene, with voting now open for Food Drink Devon’s new People’s Choice Award, Top Hospitality Venue.

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.

Ugly Butterfly 2.0 opens at The Headland, Newquay

Award-winning chef and restaurateur Adam Handling MBE has confirmed that Ugly Butterfly 2.0 – his bold new vision for sustainable British luxury – opens on schedule today.

Bays Brewery sets sail with new charity beer supporting Torbay Lifeboats

Bays Brewery in Paignton is making waves once again with the launch of its latest charity brew ‘Ahoy’, a refreshing golden ale.

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.

Public vote sees Nanny Gwynn and Redlap named in final of Britain’s Best New Cheese

Two cheeses from the South West have been named as finalists in ‘People’s Cheese 2025: Britain’s Best New Cheese’, with organisers, The Real Cheese Project.

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