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🍻 Something’s brewing in Bath!Electric Bear Brewing is opening its brand-new taproom — The Cub — in Shires Yard this Oct...
09/10/2025

🍻 Something’s brewing in Bath!
Electric Bear Brewing is opening its brand-new taproom — The Cub — in Shires Yard this October! Expect good times, great beer and the same welcoming community vibe that’s made the brewery a local legend for the past decade.

Join the launch on Friday 24 October from 5pm — the first 100 guests get a free pint and there’s 10% off drinks all night! 🙌

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✨ An unmissable night for food lovers!The South West Chef of the Year  of the Year Awards Dinner returns to Exeter this ...
09/10/2025

✨ An unmissable night for food lovers!
The South West Chef of the Year of the Year Awards Dinner returns to Exeter this October — hosted by Michael Caines MBE DL and featuring a spectacular four-course menu created by some of the region’s most celebrated chefs. 🍽️🍷

Enjoy a night of fine dining, local produce, and culinary excellence as the South West’s brightest talent takes centre stage.

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🔥 “We smashed it!” – Chef Adam Handling MBE sums up the huge success of his first-ever AHC Food Festival, held at The Ta...
08/10/2025

🔥 “We smashed it!” – Chef Adam Handling MBE sums up the huge success of his first-ever AHC Food Festival, held at The Tartan Fox Pub near Newquay!

Over 2,000 guests joined the weekend celebrations, enjoying incredible food, cocktails, live demos and firepit feasts — all showcasing the amazing talent across the Adam Handling Collection. Even Storm Amy couldn’t dampen the spirit! ☔🎶🔥

Adam says: “We’re going to do it again next year — and make it even bigger and better.”

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✨ A Dartmouth icon reborn!After a stunning nine-month renovation by St Austell Brewery , the The Royal Castle Hotel  has...
08/10/2025

✨ A Dartmouth icon reborn!
After a stunning nine-month renovation by St Austell Brewery , the The Royal Castle Hotel has reopened its doors — blending centuries of history with fresh coastal charm. From reimagined interiors to a locally inspired menu, it’s a true celebration of South West hospitality. 🏰🍽️🌊

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What a night for Devon’s food and drink scene! 🥂The 14th annual Food Drink Devon Awards lit up Sandy Park, celebrating t...
07/10/2025

What a night for Devon’s food and drink scene! 🥂
The 14th annual Food Drink Devon Awards lit up Sandy Park, celebrating the county’s finest producers, venues and culinary talent. Product Awards, Hospitality, Sustainability and more, it was a night full of flavour, passion and pride. 💚

A huge congratulations to all the winners and finalists who make Devon’s food and drink community truly world-class! 👏

✨ Read all about the evening and explore the full list of winners at 👉 riseandshine.hale-events.com PLUS, subscribe to the newsletter for more good news from the South West’s food, drink and hospitality sector. 🍽️

Big news from the South West’s premium drinks scene! 🍹Hattiers Rum  has joined forces with Hospitality Inc , led by Myle...
07/10/2025

Big news from the South West’s premium drinks scene! 🍹

Hattiers Rum has joined forces with Hospitality Inc , led by Myles Doran, to take their award-winning rum to top venues across the UK. This partnership marks an exciting new chapter for rum in the UK. ✨

Read the full story and catch more good news from the region’s food, drink and hospitality scene at 👉 riseandshine.hale-events.com
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Step back into 1982 at Sasa’s Indian Kitchen & Bar To mark National Curry Week (6–12 Oct), the team have created a nosta...
06/10/2025

Step back into 1982 at Sasa’s Indian Kitchen & Bar
To mark National Curry Week (6–12 Oct), the team have created a nostalgic menu inspired by the year Sasa himself began his culinary journey — think Karahi, Bhuna Gosht & the legendary Bombay Duck 🐟

10% of proceeds go to HEALS of Malmesbury , supporting local families in need. ❤️

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518 YEARS OF TRADITION IN A PINT! 🤯Arkells Brewery  and French & Jupps Malting , Britain's oldest family brewer and olde...
02/10/2025

518 YEARS OF TRADITION IN A PINT! 🤯

Arkells Brewery and French & Jupps Malting , Britain's oldest family brewer and oldest maltster, have teamed up to craft Ancestry (3.8% ABV)—a spectacular dark heritage cask ale!

Brewed with a unique blend of heritage roasted malts, this smooth, session-strength ruby ale delivers delightful notes of caramel, maple syrup, nuts, chocolate, and roast coffee. It's truly a taste of history.

Find Ancestry on cask at participating Arkell's pubs throughout October and November 2025.

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🔥 BANK Bristol  turns up the heat with a bold new menu!Totterdown’s neighbourhood restaurant is stepping away from shari...
02/10/2025

🔥 BANK Bristol turns up the heat with a bold new menu!
Totterdown’s neighbourhood restaurant is stepping away from sharing plates and embracing a classic course structure – Starters, Mains & Desserts – while keeping the fire-cooked flavours it’s loved for.

From Venison Tataki to Smoked Chocolate Ganache, the dishes are as creative as ever!

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✨🏆 The stage is set!After 81 judging visits, 67 amazing finalists have been announced for the Cornwall Tourism Awards 20...
01/10/2025

✨🏆 The stage is set!
After 81 judging visits, 67 amazing finalists have been announced for the Cornwall Tourism Awards 2025 by Tourism Awards - South West . The winners will be crowned at a glittering ceremony in Truro Cathedral on 13 Nov.

🌊 From dog-friendly stays and glamping escapes to restaurants, pubs and hotels — these awards showcase the very best of Cornwall & the Isles of Scilly. 💛

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🚀 Big news from FoodWorks_SW in Weston-super-Mare!They’re stepping up support for food & drink businesses with a brand-n...
01/10/2025

🚀 Big news from FoodWorks_SW in Weston-super-Mare!
They’re stepping up support for food & drink businesses with a brand-new partnership with One Scientific Labs ( Tentamus Group GmbH ) 🧪 and the appointment of their very own SALSA Auditor, Technical Manager Beth Winters 🌟

From expert lab testing to helping small producers meet certification standards, The Food WorksSW is proving itself a real game-changer for South West food & drink businesses.

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✨ Fabulous Farm Shops of the Month! ✨Tucked on the edge of Dartmoor near Buckfastleigh, Dean Court Farm Shop  is a must-...
01/10/2025

✨ Fabulous Farm Shops of the Month! ✨
Tucked on the edge of Dartmoor near Buckfastleigh, Dean Court Farm Shop is a must-visit for local produce lovers. With new owners Matt & Carol giving this much-loved shop and café a fresh new look — think sparkling deli counters, artisan breads, Devon ciders and even a Saturday fishmonger — there’s never been a better time to stop by. 🥖🍎🐟

💡 Discover the full story and why we love this thriving farm shop here 👉 riseandshine.hale-events.com

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