South West Initiatives

A unique new concept in culinary education and cultural sharing

Last week I was lucky enough to be invited to join Sue Hepburn at FoodSpeakEat, a unique new concept in culinary education that combines cooking, language and community.

Work begins on business plan to boost Somerset and Devon visitor economies

The Heart of the South West Local Enterprise Partnership is working with Tomorrow’s Tourism on a groundbreaking piece of work to develop a business plan for Local Visitor Economy Partnerships in Somerset and Devon.

Countywide 30-mile feast challenge set for Somerset Food Trail

Following the incredible success of 2022’s Somerset Food Trail, which saw 8,500 members of the public visiting over 190 sustainable food producers and retailers, the 2023 Trail is now open, with a new overarching theme of The 30-mile Feast.

Bays Brewery launches charity brew in homage to historic local landmark

Bays Brewery in Paignton has teamed up with its friends at Torbay Coast & Countryside Trust(TCCT) to pay homage to Torbay’s most designated heritage site with its charity brew called ‘Beery Head’.

Entries open for prestigious chef and home cook contest

Entries are open for a prestigious competition which highlights the skills of the region’s best chefs, student chefs and home cooks.

Prestigious Michael Caines Academy celebrates successful 10 years at Exeter College

Designed for budding head chefs and those aspiring to a career in front of house, the Exeter College Michael Caines Academy gives students the opportunity to learn from one of the industry’s best.

Bristol charity launches returnable coffee cup scheme

Bristol environmental charity City to Sea has designed and launched a new returnable coffee cup to help fight pollution and carbon emissions.

Cotswold cocktail king is crowned

Cirencester has a new bar champion as Tierra and Mar’s Luis Paladines took the title at the annual Cirencester Cocktail Competition.

St Ewe Free Range Eggs attempt to break a GUINNESS WORLD RECORDS™ title whilst raising £1m for crucial charities

A multi award-winning free-range egg producer is encouraging the public to get involved in supporting their attempt for the greatest distance to carry an egg in one week (team), by taking on 300 miles of the Cornish coast path from 3rd-7th July.

Taste East Devon announces exciting new events for 2023 food festival

Taste East Devon, one of the region’s most popular food festivals, is thrilled to announce an array of exciting new events for 2023.

Accessibility in Cornwall just became easier to access!

Access Cornwall, a CIC helping people with disabilities to get out and enjoy Cornwall has just published three FREE guides, showcasing accessible options in Cornwall.

Ganley & Naish win Gold at the Breakthrough Cider Maker Awards!

Ganley & Naish are thrilled to announce that their cider, Hell and High Water, has won the gold medal at the third annual Sandford Orchards Breakthrough Cider Maker Awards.

Wickhams’ English Wine Extravaganza to Showcase the Best of English Wine

Building on the success of last year’s event, Wickhams is delighted to be presenting its English Wine Extravaganza, an exciting occasion showcasing the very best of English wine.

Thatchers unveils its biggest events calendar to date

Thatchers Cider is embarking on its biggest calendar of events and festivals to date, as part of a marketing campaign that will see the Somerset cider maker introduce new consumers to its brands through sampling, activation and above-the-line activities.

A Celebration of Seafood: England’s Seafood FEAST 2023

England’s Seafood FEAST is set to return to the English Riviera in beautiful south Devon this autumn, from 29 September to 15 October.

Ashburton Chefs Academy launches Devon Bursary to develop new culinary talent in the region.

A prestigious Devon culinary school has launched a new scheme designed to encourage and support new culinary talent throughout Devon to launch a career in catering.

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