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Loungers to open Tesoro Lounge in Thornbury

Loungers plc, the West Country-based café/bar group, is opening Tesoro Lounge in Thornbury on Thursday 1st June 2023.

Bristol hoteliers serve up treat for college catering students

Hoteliers in Bristol have served up a treat for college catering students in the form of a top-of-the-range Thermomix and fine dining plates.

The Farm Table at Darts Farm voted ‘Best Newcomer’ by readers of Food Magazine

Darts Farm is thrilled to announce that its new restaurant, The Farm Table has just been voted ‘Best Newcomer’ by the readers of Food Magazine.

New commercial for Thatchers Cider features animation from Academy Award® winning Aardman

Thatchers Cider unveiled a new TV commercial on Thursday 25th May, which sees the Somerset cider maker collaborate with multi-Academy Award® winning studio Aardman.

The Fishermen’s Mission announces a unique fundraising dinner taking place on Saturday 10th June at Trevear Farm, St Issey

The Fishermen’s Mission is bringing together some of Cornwall’s best chefs to raise much needed funds for people working in fishing across the UK.

Salcombe Gin launches Salcombe Gin ‘Start Point – Offshore Strength’ in partnership with the Royal Ocean Racing Club

Born of a love of adventure on and around the water, this special edition sees Salcombe Gin’s highly decorated gin ‘Start Point’ distilled to an ‘offshore strength’.

Otter Brewery develops a new ‘Fresh Ale’ category in evolution at the pump

Otter Brewery has launched a new and exciting category that bridges the gap between craft beer, cask ale and lager.

New plastic-free local market set to launch

A new regular market launches in Falmouth this month, with an irresistible line-up of local artisan producers and a strong sustainable ethos.

Mainbrace launches new limited edition bottling of its unique rum to celebrate the Coronation of King Charles III

On 6th May, Mainbrace is launching a new limited bottling of its award-winning Premium Golden Rum and Navy Strength Rum to celebrate King Charles III’s Coronation.

Bristol Syrup Co. launches new fruit purée pouches

Bristol Syrup Co, a specialist in ingredients for cocktails, is launching a new range of fruit purées for bars and publicans.

Hoteliers give a helping hand to Bristol autism charity

Hoteliers in Bristol have given a huge helping hand to a charity which supports thousands of people in the city who are affected by autism.

Food and drink innovation centre announces competition winner

Food and drink innovation centre The Food Works^SW has announced Well Fruited as the winner of its exciting and unique competition that ran between 11th March and 1st April 2023.

Toast the King at Sandridge Barton with fine wine, great food and some fun games too

Celebrate King Charles III’s historic day in style at Sandridge Barton where the bunting will be flying, the wine will be flowing and there will be a truly special menu on offer at Circa, the venue’s restaurant, that’s fit for a King.

Create bespoke spirits for your wedding with Salcombe Distilling Co.

What better way to celebrate your nuptials than with your very own bespoke spirits, created by you and the one you love ready for your wedding day.

New plastic-free local market launching in Falmouth this spring

Plans have been revealed for a new regular local producer’s market in Falmouth, which will take place on Discovery Quay on Fridays starting from 19th May.

Food Drink Devon’s Sustainability Pioneer Award and Training School Award are now open for entries

Entries are open to all Devon-based food and drink businesses for Food Drink Devon’s Sustainability Pioneer Award and Training School Award.

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