South West News

New Taste of the West organisation employs first staff member!

The directors of the new Taste of The West CIC are excited to announce that they have employed Lily Lawton as Awards Programme Manager.

Bramley & Gage Ltd. launches new premium liqueurs: Amaretto, Limoncello & Coffee Liqueur

Bramley & Gage Ltd., have expanded their premium offering with the launch of three new artisan liqueurs: Amaretto, Limoncello, and Coffee Liqueur.

The Food Works^SW unveils its new in-house photography studio and competition to win a day’s use

The Food WorksSW, the South West’s leading food and drink innovation centre, has announced the launch of its brand new professional Photography Studio.

Ugly Butterfly 2.0 opens at The Headland, Newquay

Award-winning chef and restaurateur Adam Handling MBE has confirmed that Ugly Butterfly 2.0 – his bold new vision for sustainable British luxury – opens on schedule today.

Taste of the West: A new chapter begins

We’re excited to share that the organisation that was Taste of the West has now been re-established as a Community Interest Company (CIC).

Michael Caines launches South West Chef of the Year 2025

Renowned chef Michael Caines MBE DL has launched the 2025 edition of the prestigious South West Chef of the Year competition – a highlight of the region’s culinary calendar.

Warrens Bakery opens new high street store in Weston-super-Mare

Warrens Bakery, the oldest pasty maker in the world, officially opened the doors to its new Weston-super-Mare store this week, 165 years after its first shop was opened in Cornwall.

Boddington’s Preserves takes Cornish flavours to Japan

Boddington’s Preserves, a family-run business based in Cornwall, recently embarked on an exciting trade mission to Japan, aiming to significantly expand its presence in the East Asian market.

RAVE Coffee supports community and environmental projects through 1% for the Planet

RAVE Coffee is celebrating four years as members of 1% for the Planet, while increasing its support for projects run by non-profit social enterprise, Raw Material.

South West cider primed for a strong summer season

Producers and retailers gear up as consumers turn to cider for summer refreshment.

Hospitality marketing specialists Clockwork Marketing launch innovative website accessibility feature

Clockwork Marketing, has unveiled a new website feature that enables hotels, resorts and holiday properties to communicate their accessibility information clearly and confidently online.

Sheppy’s Cider Farm honours the apple tradition of Somerset

Around 200 growers, cider makers, and guests gathered at Sheppy’s Cider this week for the National Association of Cider Makers’ (NACM) Orchard Walk.

The Gorgeous Food Company hosts Inside the Factory 2

Following the success of their “Inside the Meadery” event in January, Gloucestershire based speciality & fine food distributor The Gorgeous Food Company are holding another similar event “Inside the Factory 2” on July 8th 2025.

Food Drink Devon and the University of Exeter’s inaugural Gather Summit is a huge success

Over 160 producers, hospitality businesses, retailers, academics and food sector professionals from across the South West united last week for the inaugural Gather summit.

A new future dawns for Taste of the West

The Consortium Of People Who Care has successfully purchased the IP of Taste of the West.

St Austell Brewery delivers another year of growth and unveils major new rebrand

St Austell Brewery, has reported strong financial performance and has also unveiled its first significant rebrand in 70 years.

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