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South West food & drink experts serve up success to FUEL region’s small businesses

Sell-out business growth event from food & drink experts KW Marketing returns this September for a second serving, bringing the region’s foodie brands together ahead of Christmas and 2025

South West business growth event, FUEL Live, returns on Thursday 26 September, to inspire, empower and connect the region’s foodie brands hungry for knowledge as the busiest and most lucrative months of the year approach.

After a sell-out success in April, huge demand has driven the second event in less than six months, hosted by leading foodie experts KW Marketing.

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A Feast for the Senses: Powderham Food Festival Returns

Authored by CJC_Media
Posted: Fri, 08/30/2024 - 9:59am

The much-anticipated Powderham Food Festival is back, promising a mouthwatering celebration of the finest food and drink the South West has to offer. Taking place over two days, 5th - 6th October from 10am to 5pm, this year’s event is set to showcase over 100 of the finest food and drink producers from Devon and beyond.

Nestled in the stunning grounds of Powderham Castle, the festival will showcase a huge array of local producers, offering everything from quality meat (Pipers Farm) artisanal cheeses (Quickes Cheese) and handcrafted breads to award-winning ciders, locally...

Food Drink Devon Announces This Year’s Exceptional Finalists

Authored by News Desk
Posted: Fri, 08/30/2024 - 12:07am

As anticipation starts to build for this year's annual Food Drink Devon Awards in October, Food Drink Devon has unveiled the shortlist of finalists for its prestigious awards. Since entries closed in April, a distinguished panel of judges and industry experts has evaluated an extraordinary number of entries sampling over 340 products, visiting 107 hospitality venues, exploring 17 retail outlets and experiencing nine training schools to identify the best that Devon has to offer.

Winners will be announced during the organisation’s glittering black tie award ceremony on Monday 7th...

10 Happiest Vegan Wedding Cake Designs to Celebrate Your Union

Authored by Ellie Green
Posted: Fri, 08/23/2024 - 11:00am

When it comes to wedding celebrations, the centerpiece of the reception is undoubtedly the wedding cake. It is a symbol of love and union, and finding the perfect cake that aligns with your values can be a great way to celebrate your special day. If you and your partner follow a vegan lifestyle or have guests with dietary restrictions, opting for a vegan wedding cake is not only inclusive but also reflects your commitment to sustainability and compassion.

In this article, we will explore ten of the happiest vegan wedding cake designs that are bound to delight both you and your...

Key Benefits of a Bar Fridge in Your Food Business

Authored by Liv Butler
Posted: Thu, 08/01/2024 - 8:24am

In the dynamic world of food service, efficiency and convenience are paramount. A commercial kitchen must be well-equipped to handle the high demands of daily operations. The humble bar fridge holds significant importance among the many tools and appliances that contribute to a streamlined workflow. Its compact size and versatility make it an indispensable asset for any food business looking to enhance operational efficiency.

Read on to learn some key benefits of a bar fridge in your food business.

Optimal Use Of Space

One of the primary benefits of incorporating a bar...

Italian wines to drink this summer: the ultimate guide

Authored by Liv Butler
Posted: Tue, 07/30/2024 - 9:35am

When it comes to wine culture, Italy is a rich tapestry woven from centuries of tradition , thanks to its diverse landscapes that yield a wide variety of grape qualities. Each region boasts its own unique viticultural identity , contributing significantly to Italy's reputation as a world-renowned wine producer .

In Italian culture, food and beverages hold great importance due to the history and heritage they carry through the ages. From the bold reds of Tuscany to the crisp whites of Veneto, and from Piemonte to Treviso, Italian wines offer a vast and captivating array of flavors...

Darts Farm restaurant listed as one of Britain’s Best 100 Local Restaurants

Darts Farm is delighted to announce that its flagship restaurant, The Farm Table has just been named by The Good Food Guide as one of the UK’s 100 Best Local Restaurants. This fantastic accolade follows hot on the heels of an AA Rosette, which was awarded at the end of last year.

Michael Dart, who runs Darts Farm alongside his two brothers, James and Paul, comments: “We are blown away to have our new restaurant voted as one of the best local restaurants in the country and to be featured in such an iconic publication as The Good Food Guide, less than two years after opening. Our...

Devonia Spring Water celebrates successful partnership with luxurious Bovey Castle Hotel

Authored by News Desk
Posted: Mon, 07/29/2024 - 8:45am

Devonia’s still and sparkling water is available in Bovey Castle’s rooms, suites, lodges, restaurants and bar, as well as their event and conference facilities

Devon-based spring water company Devonia is celebrating one year of supplying its bottled still and sparkling water to Bovey Castle, in Dartmoor National Park, which has assisted the luxury five-star hotel in obtaining a Silver award for Green Tourism. 2024 has also seen Devonia introduce a new brand identity informing consumers of their collect, wash and reuse process.

Bovey Castle’s General Manager, Dean Gunston...

Love Local Food Festival by Greendale in Collaboration with Food Drink Devon

Hosted by the award-winning, family-run Greendale Farm Shop, in collaboration with Food Drink Devon, Love Local Food Festival celebrates the finest local food and drink.

For the very first time, Love Local Food Festival by Greendale is taking place on Saturday 10th August from 10am to 7pm, set in the historic Exeter Castle just off Exeter High Street, and is free to enter. A feast for the senses, the festival celebrates over 70 food and drink producers, mainly from Devon, including popular street food vendors il Cornicione Pizza, Harry’s Kitchen, Hearty Hippie and more.

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Birdhouse café flies high!

Authored by Sue Cade
Posted: Mon, 07/15/2024 - 8:39am

The Birdhouse café in Exeter’s Pinces Gardens has soared to success since new management took over in April.

Visitors are flocking there to enjoy the delicious takeaway food and drink on offer, taking advantage of the longer opening hours.

Owned by Exeter City Council, the café was originally a derelict gatehouse, transformed in 2022 by singer songwriter Abbe Martin into a takeaway and community hub. After Abbe decided to leave due to commitments to her family and career, the Birdhouse was swooped on by Exeter based specialist care provider Garland Support, which set up...

Darts Farm's flagship restaurant rated outstanding by Trencherman's Guide

Authored by News Desk
Posted: Sat, 07/13/2024 - 9:41pm

Darts Farm is delighted to announce that its flagship restaurant, The Farm Table has just been awarded ‘higher member’ status by The Trencherman’s Guide, following their first visit. This fantastic accolade, which is only given to restaurants scoring over 87%, follows hot on the heels of an AA Rosette, which was awarded at the end of last year.

Michael Dart, who runs Darts Farm alongside his two brothers, James and Paul, comments: “We are absolutely thrilled with the review that The Farm Table has received from The Trencherman’s Guide. To be featured in the guide is one thing,...

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