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Cirencester cocktail showdown returns for World Cocktail Day

Cirencester’s top mixologists are set to go head-to-head as the town’s annual Summer Cocktail Competition returns to Téatro Restaurant and Bar on Wednesday 13 May.

The Source trade show sponsors Casual Dining category at Taste of the West Awards 2026

The Source trade show is proud to be an affiliate sponsor of the Taste of the West Awards 2026, supporting the Casual Dining category – an area that continues to play a vital role in reflecting how people eat, meet and experience food across the South West.

Bar Buoy Cocktails appoints Kevin Parr as Business Development Manager

Devon-based Bar Buoy Cocktails has announced the appointment of Kevin Parr as Business Development Manager, marking a significant step forward in the brand’s expansion across the South West hospitality sector.

St Ives Food & Drink Festival 2026 returns with fire, flavour and family fun

The much-loved St Ives Food & Drink Festival is set to return, bringing three unforgettable days of food, drink and live entertainment to the golden sands of Porthminster Beach in St Ives.

Butcombe Brewing Co supports this Sunday’s Great Bristol Run

Butcombe Brewing Co’s Goram IPA Zero is proud to be the Official Non‑Alcoholic Beer Partner of the AJ Bell Great Bristol Run, taking place in the city this Sunday – 10th May 2026.

Adam Handling Collection (AHC) Food Festival returns for a second year

Chef Adam Handling MBE is bringing back the AHC Food Festival for a second year running, after the huge success of last October’s event.

Bristol restaurateur and writer announced as finalist in Guild of Food Writers Awards 2026

Owner and founder of BANK Bristol and Lapin, Dan O’Regan has been revealed as a finalist in this year’s Guild of Food Writers Awards.

Canned Wine Group asks: “Does it pay to be a first mover?” at this year’s London Wine Fair

Canned Wine Group is back for its fourth year exhibiting at the London Wine Fair 2026.

St Austell Brewery toasts 175 years with commemorative 1851 anniversary beer

St Austell Brewery is marking its 175th anniversary with the release of 1851, a special edition commemorative ale brewed to honour the year the brewery was founded.

New charity beer ‘Afloat’ makes a splash for water safety

Bays Brewery is making waves this spring with the launch of its second charity beer of 2026, ‘Afloat’.

South West restaurants recognised at the Trencherman’s Awards 2026

Restaurants, chefs and hospitality teams from across the South West have been recognised at the Trencherman’s Awards 2026.

Lapin named Best Newcomer at Trencherman’s Awards 2026

Bristol-based independent French restaurant, Lapin has been named Best Newcomer at the Trencherman’s Awards 2026.

Salutation Inn welcomes Chris Simon as new Head Chef

The Salutation Inn in Topsham has announced the appointment of Chris Simon as its new Head Chef, marking the start of an exciting new chapter for the much-loved venue.

Flapjackery appoints Henry Franklin as managing director

Flapjackery has appointed Henry Franklin as its new managing director, as co-founder Carol Myott steps into the role of chair.

Pod Cafe ready for the summer season

Pod Cafe, the much-loved beachside beach café has enjoyed a refurbishment and is looking forward to a busy summer season providing delicious food, community events and Cornish hospitality to visitors and locals alike.

New chapter begins at Heron Farm Vineyard, Devon

This Spring marks the beginning of a new chapter at Heron Farm Vineyard, as a local family steps into custodianship of the much-loved vineyard, kitchen and events destination near Honiton, Devon.

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