Plastic waste is at an all time high and continues to grow as an issue.
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Bigger ‘boat’ for Barbuoy Cocktails
Bottled cocktail company BarBuoy has moved into new commercial premises in Exmouth.
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Are you interested in the future of food & drink in the South West?
On 10th October, Taste of the West, Trowers & Hamlins and Bishop Fleming Chartered Accountants are hosting a free conference focusing on ‘The Future of Food & Drink in the South West – fostering economic growth and sustainability’.
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New restaurant, HERD, takes Cornwall’s north coast by storm
A new restaurant on the north coast has quickly become one of Cornwall’s hottest new openings of 2023 – following a wildly popular first summer season.
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Food Drink Devon’s first Harvest Gathering celebrates excellence and innovation in South Devon
Celebrating the county’s vibrant food and drink scene, Food Drink Devon hosted their first-ever Harvest Gathering on Friday 22nd September, inspired by the close proximity of three of the region’s highly respected drinks producers.
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Trencherman’s Guide heralds a new era for hospitality
At the recent launch of the 31st edition of the Trencherman’s Guide – the South West’s original dining guide – Michael Caines MBE, chair of the Trencherman’s committee, said: “Many have declared a new dawn for fine dining in this post-Covid world – and this 31st edition of the Trencherman’s Guide proves it.”
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Try-umph as Ludo signs partnership with Bath Rugby
Ludo Sports Bar & Kitchen, Bath’s leading premium sports destination in the heart of the city centre, has announced it has signed as the ‘Official Sports Bar’ of Bath Rugby.
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Farm shop celebrates anniversary and welcomes new businesses to site
A Devon farm shop and café, which is celebrating its fourth anniversary, has revealed the new businesses which are moving to its site in the coming months.
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The Food WorksSW announces autumn workshops
Food and drink innovation centre The Food WorksSW has announced its autumn line up of expert workshops at its Weston-super-Mare base for all UK based food and drink businesses.
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Bristol hoteliers cautiously optimistic after strong summer
The unpredictable weather throughout August did not prevent hoteliers in Bristol from enjoying a strong summer and being cautiously optimistic about the future.
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PR agency RAW continues to flourish with new business wins
The leading food, drink and lifestyle PR agency, RAW PR has announced a number of impressive, high profile new business accounts, reaffirming their position as a go-to agency for brands seeking innovative and results-driven PR solutions.
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The Greenbank Hotel names Matt Garland as hotel manager
The Greenbank Hotel in Falmouth, Cornwall has promoted Matt Garland to Hotel Manager.
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High Grange Devon and Kamado Joe join forces to elevate the art of BBQ
Two of the hottest barbecue names have come together in an exciting partnership.
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Quicke’s wins People’s Choice Award at the Great British & Irish Cheddar Challenge
Devon-based cheesemaker, Quicke’s has landed the People’s Choice Award at the first ever Great British & Irish Cheddar Challenge, with its Extra Mature Clothbound Cheddar receiving the most votes during a live public poll.
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Controversial flavour extraction concept set to stir up drinks industry
A brand-new patented process, which removes the water and alcohol from any drink – creating a unique flavour extract, promises to completely redefine the way we make and transport drinks, around the globe.
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Healeys celebrate major expansion with royal visit
On Friday 15th September, The Duke of Edinburgh visited award-winning Cornish Cyder producer and visitor attraction, Healeys.
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