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New Plymouth campaign addresses routes to market after Plymouth auction closure

Led by the Plymouth Fishing & Seafood Association, ‘A Taste of the Salt’ aims to rebuild the fleet’s market visibility, improve local access to landings and strengthen its position within the UK supply chain.

England’s week-long celebration of tourism industry fast approaching

VisitEngland is celebrating the importance of the tourism industry with this year’s English Tourism Week from 13-22 March.

Final chance to enter the 2026 Food Drink Devon Awards

Time is running out for Devon’s food and drink businesses to enter the prestigious 2026 Food Drink Devon Awards, with applications closing on Monday 30th March.

Expowest Cornwall 2026: Where Cornwall’s hospitality future takes shape

With over 160 exhibitors, covering everything from fresh produce and artisan foods to tech solutions, equipment, beverages, and operational must haves, you won’t want to miss the Expowest Cornwall trade show on Tuesday 3rd and Wednesday 4th March at The Royal Cornwall Events Centre, Wadebridge.

Crave restaurant set to expand with second restaurant in Bristol

Sameer Shetty, formerly of the Rick Stein Group and Hub Box, is set to begin the expansion of Crave with the opening of a second restaurant in Bristol this spring.

Chef Tom Sellers to open MOR at Carbis Bay

Chef Tom Sellers of the two Michelin-starred Restaurant Story will open a new restaurant at Carbis Bay Estate this summer.

Cidermakers call on Government to help safeguard future of the industry

Members of Parliament and British Cider Makers gathered this month for an evening reception at the Houses of Parliament, celebrating our nation’s great tradition of cider making.

Canned Wine Group appoints Ben Franks as CEO

Canned Wine Group is delighted to announce that it has appointed co-founder Ben Franks as CEO, as the business takes a new strategic direction with a broadening portfolio and a focus on accelerating its UK growth.

voco Zeal awarded BREEAM Outstanding in first for Western Europe

The award-winning hotel, voco Zeal Exeter Science Park, has been awarded the BREEAM Outstanding rating.

Falmouth’s Dark Pony Coffee makes “The Best Coffee Shops UK 2026 ” – The only Cornwall & Devon pick

The Cornish coffee scene has a new champion. Dark Pony Coffee has been officially named in THE BEST COFFEE SHOPS UK 2026, earning the distinction of being the only café in Cornwall or Devon to make the prestigious list.

Black Bee Honey to supply its 100% British Autumn Honey to The Ivy Collection

Somerset-based British honey brand, Black Bee Honey, will supply its pure, British Autumn honey to The Ivy Collection restaurants in a new deal announced today.

Westaway Sausages unveils upgraded 900g packaging format

Westaway Sausages is proud to announce the relaunch of its 900g pack format.

Lapin shortlisted in Trencherman’s Awards 2026

Bristol-based contemporary French restaurant, Lapin has been shortlisted in two categories at the Trencherman’s Awards 2026, which spotlights the top restaurants, hotels and pubs in the region.

Willow & Finch unveils new gourmet cookie flavours and launches ‘Finchlings’ for Spring

Award-winning Devon micro-bakery Willow & Finch has introduced a collection of new cookie flavours, alongside the arrival of “Finchlings” – a smaller take on their much-loved gourmet cookies.

Bar Buoy’s award winning Margarita tops 100,000 sales as demand grows

Bar Buoy has announced that its Margarita has become the company’s best selling cocktail, with more than 100,000 serves sold since launch.

Two St Austell Brewery gastropubs named among the UK’s best

Two St Austell Brewery pubs have been recognised among the very best foodie venues in the country, following the release of the prestigious Estrella Damm Top 50 Gastropubs list.

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