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Simply Hospitality Podcast builds momentum with Season 3 following successful launch at The Source trade show

Simply Hospitality – The Podcast, began its third season with a live launch at The Source Show earlier this year.

Turning up the heat: Easton Chilli’s new cookery school

Bristol-based artisan producer Easton Chilli has unveiled an exciting new chapter in its growth story with the launch of its dedicated Cookery School, bringing hands-on, chilli-focused classes to the heart of its Easton HQ.

Winterhalter launches the 12th KP of the Year competition

Winterhalter has announced the launch of the 2026 Kitchen Porter of the Year competition, giving the industry a chance to celebrate the everyday heroes of foodservice and catering and the vital work they do.

RAVE Coffee collaborates with (Un)ordinary for first ever oat drink blend

Cirencester-based independent roastery, RAVE Coffee will release its first blend created specifically for oat drinks this month, in collaboration with (Un)ordinary from Winchester.

Saint Sithney Distillery acquires Cape Cornwall Rum Company

Cornish craft spirits producer Saint Sithney Distillery has announced the acquisition of Cape Cornwall Rum Company, marking a significant step in the company’s expansion into the premium rum category.

Dryad Gin celebrates continued success at Taste of the West Awards

Somerset-based distillery Dryad Gin Ltd is celebrating its latest success at the prestigious Taste of the West Awards, reinforcing its reputation for crafting distinctive, high-quality spirits rooted in place and nature.

Cornish business launches national collaboration

In the two years since its launch, Liskeard-based No More Lids has made a significant mark on the hospitality industry. The company has just announced the next phase in its mission: a collaboration with industry giant Zeus Food.

New report says sleeping energy giant can transform food economy

A major new report launched today shows how the sleeping giant that is geothermal energy could revolutionise how food, drink and farming access a genuinely sustainable source of electrical generation and heat in Cornwall.

Entries open for South West Tourism Awards 2026

Entries are now open for the 2026 Tourism Awards across the South West, with tourism and hospitality businesses in Dorset, Devon, Bristol, Bath, Somerset, Gloucestershire, and Cornwall encouraged to take part.

St Austell Brewery and St. Ewe launch limited-edition ‘Tribute Eggstra’

Two Cornish businesses have come together to launch Tribute Eggstra – the world’s first high protein beer brewed with eggs.

South West businesses celebrate gold as Taste of the West Hospitality & Retail Awards gather momentum in 2026

From seafood specialists to tearoom owners, some of this year’s early Gold Award winners share what the accolade means for their businesses and why entering could be one of the best decisions you make in 2026.

Gather, the South West food and drink summit, returns to Exeter

Gather is returning on Wednesday 10th June to The Forum at the University of Exeter bringing together the region’s producers, industry leaders and academics for a day of insight, inspiration and innovation.

Final call for East Devon Tourism Network event: Empowering local voices in challenging times

Tourism and hospitality businesses across East Devon are being encouraged to secure one of the final remaining places at the upcoming East Devon Tourism Network event, “Speaking Up for East Devon Tourism: A Voice for Collaboration and Change.”

Salcombe Distilling Co. reports strong 2025 growth and sets its sights on tripling its size over the next five years

Distilling their multi-award-winning Salcombe Gin, Salcombe Rum and New London Light on the waterfront of Salcombe, Salcombe Distilling Co. has reported 10% year-on-year growth.

Warrens Bakery expands forecourt rollout with sixth SGN Retail site

Warrens Bakery continues its petrol forecourt expansion with the opening of a new store in SGN Retail’s BP Nisa petrol station in Frenchay Road, Frenchay, Bristol, its 47th UK bakery store.

Bristol’s hospitality heroes shine in glittering gala

Bristol’s hospitality heroes were honoured in a glittering gala to celebrate those whose professionalism and hard work has brought such benefit to the city.

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