Dartmouth Food Festival returns 23-25 October 2015 with a mix of delicious regional food and drink, chef demonstrations, workshops, lively food debates and fun for all the family. Set in the beautiful estuary town of Dartmouth in the South Hams, the 3-day event is a foodie’s heaven, celebrating the very best food, drink and culinary skills from the south west. Celebrated … [Read more...]
Stonegate acquires 15 Maclay pubs
Stonegate Pub Company has issued a statement announcing the acquisition of 15 pubs from the Maclay Group: “Efficient estate planning has seen the Stonegate Pub Company dispose of a number of sites over the past two years, the proceeds from which have been reinvested into a quality portfolio of 15 pubs acquired from the Maclay Group which went into administration earlier this … [Read more...]
Brakes lands MSC award for the second time
Brakes has been named the Marine Stewardship Council (MSC) Fish Supplier of the Year in the UK for the second year running. The award recognises suppliers’ commitment to sourcing MSC certified products and promoting sustainable choices. The win follows Brakes becoming the first foodservice wholesaler in the UK to commit to the Sustainable Fish Cities pledge, which ensures … [Read more...]
Record Year for PAUL: expansion to step-up
PAUL UK, the 32-strong French bakery and café brand, today announces its financial results for the year ended 31 December 2014. Jean-Michel Orieux, CEO of PAUL UK comments: “We are delighted that trading has exceeded expectations. The improvements and controls put in place from mid-2013 have enhanced our results and produced a solid platform to enable the brand to step-up … [Read more...]
New food menu from Esquires Coffee
Esquires Coffee has launched a brand new food programme into its network of 24 stores this week. The new range not only includes new flavours but also fresh, new packaging. The packaging was designed with the focus on creating a modern, artisanal look; made up of greaseproof paper wraps illustrated with quirky designs and the tagline ‘so lovingly made for you’. As well as … [Read more...]