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Festival hosts record number of events and delivers value to the East Devon hospitality industry

The 6th edition of the Taste East Devon Festival took place from 12th – 20th September with a packed calendar of events.

Daish’s Holidays invests £1.2 million in coach fleet upgrade

Daish’s Holidays, the independent family-owned UK coach holiday group, has invested £1.2 million in four new luxury Mercedes-Benz Tourismo coaches as part of its ongoing fleet renewal programme.

The Burnt Chef Project calls on hospitality to Hold The Line for its people

New industry wide campaign calls on businesses and individuals to help protect free, around the clock mental health support for hospitality professionals.

Family brewers raise a glass as Donnington Brewery launches new Cotswold IPA

Donnington Brewery has unveiled its latest beer, Cotswold IPA, a light and refreshing session IPA brewed in the heart of the Cotswolds.

From sea to plate: MOR showcases Cornwall’s Bluefin Tuna story with special Autumn feast

MOR is delighted to invite guests to experience one of Cornwall’s most remarkable marine stories this autumn, with a special evening celebrating the return of Atlantic bluefin tuna to Cornish waters.

Finalists announced for the 2026 Cornwall Tourism Awards

67 entries from across Cornwall and the Isles of Scilly have been named as finalists in the 2026 Cornwall Tourism Awards.

Sandford Orchards launches new fruity and floral dry-hopped cider, Pip Hop

A modern, hoppy twist on traditional cidermaking, Sandford Orchards has launched Pip Hop.

England’s highest brewery celebrates Gold at prestigious Awards – proving Devon really does pour the best pint

Dartmoor Brewery’s flagship Jail Ale has been awarded Gold in the Premium Bitters category at the CAMRA Champion Beer of Britain Area Awards 2026.

A little marmalade magic Paddington-inspired afternoon tea at Carbis Bay

Step into a world of the nation’s favourite little bear this autumn with a delightful Paddington-inspired Afternoon Tea at Carbis Bay.

Six nights, six curries, six corners of the globe as Lechlade restaurant goes on a Curry World Tour

You Me and Umami to serve up a different curry from around the world every night during National Curry Week.

The Lord Mayor of Exeter officially taps open the Utopian Devonian Oktoberfest

Mayor of Exeter opens host of Oktoberfest happenings at Exeter’s Arcadia from 25 September – 3 October 2026.

The Source shines a light on the South West’s food-to-go opportunity 

Ahead of its return to Westpoint, Exeter on Tuesday 2 and Wednesday 3 February 2027, The Source trade show is putting a spotlight on one of the food and drink industry’s fastest-growing categories: food-to-go. 

LittlePod gets behind the Exeter Chiefs Women for the 2026/27 season

The LittlePod brand logo to feature on the back of the shorts as part of a new sponsorship deal with the club.

Stephens Scown to host Employment Law Update for South West employers

Food, drink and hospitality businesses across the South West are being invited to attend Stephens Scown’s Autumn Employment Law Update.

RAVE unveils coffee-chocolate Advent Calendar for 2026, packed with game-changing festive flavours

Packing 24 days of caffeine-fuelled festive fun, Cirencester-based RAVE Coffee has announced plans for its 2026 Advent Calendar.

Taste of the West and FareShare South West launch The Community Table Award

New award celebrates the charities, social enterprises and community organisations bringing good food to everyone across the South West

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