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Butcombe Pubs & Inns rolls out ‘Too Good To Go’ to combat food waste

Following a successful trial, Butcombe Pubs & Inns has rolled out using the surplus food app Too Good To Go across its entire estate of pubs, in an attempt to reduce its food waste.

Government must save hospitality businesses from soaring utility bills or thousands could be forced to close

The stark warning comes from Regency Purchasing Group, one of the UK’s leading procurement businesses, which says the hospitality sector is now in the midst of a ‘perfect storm’.

A new independent report predicts top tourism trends for 2042

Expect tomorrow’s travellers to be ‘techy-travellers”’, demanding new customised experiences with a human touch.

Bristol hoteliers welcome clarity over clean air zone

Bristol hoteliers have broadly welcomed news that the city’s Clean Air Zone will begin in November, providing a welcome boost to their businesses in an increasingly greener, cleaner world.

Cornish Bakery nourishes Stamford community with new opening.

Independent bakery chain Cornish Bakery has immediately proven itself as a vital part of the local community with the recent opening of its Stamford bakery.

Darts Farm launches new Farm Table restaurant and Terrace Bar

Family-run Darts Farm, based just outside Exeter, is officially launching its brand new restaurant and bar on Friday 15th July 2022, adding yet more reasons to visit this award-winning destination.

Leading culinary competition returns!

A fantastic opportunity awaits the talented chefs and home cooks of the South West with the much-anticipated return of South West Chef of the Year.

Masons Arms, St Austell Brewery’s South Devon gem, unveils sleek new renovation

St Austell Brewery’s 26 pubs with rooms ooze character, authenticity and charm – characteristics that have always been synonymous with the southwest.

Great Cornish Food Store pioneers team empowerment approach on its 6th birthday

Cornwall’s award-winning and trail-blazingly independent Great Cornish Food Store has announced another pioneering evolution as it celebrates six successful years in business.

Rational UK’s new MD looks to grow iVario business

Rational UK’s new MD is Brendon Land. He aims to maximise the business growth potential by building on the great foundations Rational already has and forging even closer relationships with colleagues, customers, and partners.

English Wines win in the Judgement of Exeter

Wickhams’ inaugural English Wine Extravaganza event in Exeter on Saturday 18th June was as exciting as it was enjoyable as wine lovers from all over the South West came together to kick-off English Wine Week in style.

Biochemists “headline” Glastonbury with magic 59th formula for premium post-social drink

Finding the magic formula to bounce back after socialising is clearly not for the fainthearted but, after 59 versions and much determination, Dhruv Trivedi and Vandana Vljay have cracked it.

Permanent home for CARGO businesses proposed as consultation begins for Wapping Wharf North

Proposals are revealed today for the development of the last piece of the jigsaw in the regeneration of Wapping Wharf, the once-derelict city centre site by Bristol’s Floating Harbour.

Wise Bar Trader launches one-stop shop for alcohol-free drinks

Wise Bartender, the UK’s largest online retailer specialising in alcohol-free drinks, has extended its business to incorporate Wise Bar Trader, the UK’s only e-store offering advice, supply and support for trade customers.

Devon farmer takes the stage at UK’s sustainable food conference

Devon farmer and butcher Andy Gray has been invited to speak at this year’s Sustainable Food Trust’s Food and Farming Conference which brings together leaders from the farming, business, finance, NGO, research and policy sector.

More food and drink business support now available through FoodWorksSW

A wide range of support, workshops and events are now available to South West food and drink businesses to develop their ideas and grow their business.

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