Food & Drink

CBD Drinks: The Alcohol-Free Alternative Growing in UK Pubs and Fridges

Alcohol-free alternatives are having a moment. Explore CBD drinks UK, including seltzers, teas, and mocktails, now filling pubs and fridges nationwide.

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Roly’s Fudge Relocates Its Oldest Fudge Pantry and Announces New Ownership in Barnstaple

Roly’s Fudge has announced new ownership of its oldest pantry in Barnstaple, which has relocated from its long-standing location in the Barnstaple Pannier Market to new premises at 11 Holland Walk. Taking the lead are brother and sister duo, Stuart Allsworth and Victoria Gove, who also own the Ilfracombe pantry.

Stuart Allsworth, new owner of Roly’s Fudge Barnstaple, says: “It’s...

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Popular Retro Community Coffee Shop Reopens in New Palace Avenue Premises

A much-loved Paignton coffee shop has reopened in a new home, bringing with it premium coffee, retro style, community spirit and a whole lot of personality.

Custom Coffee Co, owned by Leon Elliott, has relaunched at 66 Palace Avenue, Paignton, giving the independent business a fresh new space while keeping the same distinctive energy that made it stand out in the first place....

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The Father's Day Gift That Turns Into an Afternoon

Forget the restaurant booking. This Father's Day, the best thing you can do for a whisky-loving dad is pull out a few glasses and pour him a challenge.

A blind tasting at home is one of those rare gifts that's actually an event. You don't need a collection or any expertise — just a few good drams and a dad who thinks he knows his Scotch. He probably does. But can he tell a peaty Islay...

From ancient India to the slopes of Dartmoor

A South Devon ghee manufacturer is supplying UK health food stores and drawn praise from a top Indian restaurateur, thanks to a business loans delivered by SWIG Finance.

A South Devon kitchen-table business manufacturing organic ghee has grown to supply health food stores nationwide and drawn praise from a top Indian restaurateur, as well as exporting as far afield as South Korea,...

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Devon hospitality businesses invited to join new ‘Hospitality for Nature’ fundraising initiative

A new countywide initiative is launching to help protect and restore Devon’s natural environment by inviting hospitality businesses to add an optional £1 donation to customer bills.

Hospitality for Nature, created by Devon Environment Foundation (DEF), offers a simple way for restaurants, cafés, hotels, pubs and holiday providers to support grassroots nature restoration projects across...

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Fuel Up With Warrens Bakery At Trago’s Petrol Station In Newton Abbot

Warrens Bakery, the oldest pasty maker in the world, has opened a new in-store shop at Trago’s petrol station in Newton Abbot, one of the West Country’s busiest petrol stations.

The recently launched site is the Cornish company’s 48th location, and will serve customers with its range of baked products, including its famous handcrimped pasties and new Spring range of gourmet sausage...

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When Coffee Moves from Routine to Craft: The Role of Premium Coffee Machines

Anybody who has ever tried to brew a proper espresso at home knows that calling it a craft is far from an overstatement: although deceptively simple at first glance, espresso is, in fact, as demanding as coffee gets. Unsurprisingly, it’s the Italians that may have formulated the best summary of the complexities involved in pulling the perfect shot. They call it the four M’s: macinazione ,...

Cranbrook to Host First eat:Festival Food and Drink Event

eat:Festivals will be hosting a food and drink festival in Cranbrook on Sunday 13 September 2026.

The festival will be happening in the heart of the town, on and surrounding the Tillhouse Road. eat:Festivals are a small social enterprise who have been delivering one day food and drink festivals in towns across the south-west for over 13 years. They are now accepting applications for...

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How to Get More Protein in Your Diet: Practical Tips for Busy, Active People

Getting enough protein every day doesn’t have to be complicated or expensive. With the right strategies, you can easily hit your goals while enjoying delicious meals and snacks. Whether you’re trying to build muscle, lose fat, improve recovery, or simply feel more energized, increasing your daily protein intake is one of the highest-impact changes you can make.

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Flapjackery's Oli Robbins with Judith Quinn and Philippa Ryan celebrate Taste of the West Gold

Flapjackery Sidmouth and Lyme Regis strike Gold at the 2026 Taste of the West Awards

Flapjackery is celebrating a double win, with its Sidmouth and Lyme Regis shops picking up Gold in the Specialist Retailer/Deli category at the prestigious Taste of the West Awards, adding to its growing number of Gold-winning shops.

The awards are widely regarded as a benchmark for quality across the region, celebrating the very best producers, retailers and hospitality businesses....

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