If you are interested in growing more of the food you eat each week and wish to do so in a natural, ethical, time-honoured and sustainable way, mindful of the rhythms of nature, then @thehusbandryschool's skills courses are probably for you!⁠ ⁠ The Husbandry – An Introductory Course – is a 1-day introduction to all topics within Husbandry, providing a basic understanding of the husbandry of the school’s land and resources within it. ⁠ ⁠ For a deeper understanding, including consideration and application of your personal requirements and situation, please see their Foundation in Husbandry two-day course.⁠ ⁠ Tap the link in our bio and view our website to discover more food and drink courses from across Devon.

After two years disrupted by covid restrictions, Food Drink Devon can not wait to explore Devon’s host of fabulous food fairs and shows. ⁠ ⁠ We've rounded up a list of our favourite for you to add to your list.⁠ ⁠ Tap the link in our bio to read the blog and start planning your summer!

Devon's @granny_gothards recently added a totally natural Vegan Strawberry Ice Cream to their award-winning range of vegan ice creams.⁠ ⁠ Samples of the full range have already been set to the Middle East where a new disruptor brand is looking to add them to their vegan range of products! ⁠ ⁠ Tap the link in our bio to discover more food and drink news from across Devon.⁠

@sharpham_wine has moved downriver to its new home in Stoke Gabriel, @stay_at_sandridge_barton and has launched a new website (sandridgebarton.com) and booking system for 2022 tours.⁠ ⁠ The new site winery visitor centre, which aims to officially open in June, has been built using sustainable and environmental practices. It’s at the heart of everything they do at Sandridge Barton, with inclusion into the higher level Countryside Stewardship Scheme and a membership of Sustainable Wines of Great Britain.⁠ ⁠ To find out more, tap the link in our bio and head to the 'News' section of our website.

Internationally acclaimed @salcombegin has launched ‘the taste of tomorrow starts today’ crowdfunding campaign. ⁠ ⁠ The highly ambitious and successful Salcombe Gin creates two world-class spirits brands, the multi-award winning Salcombe Gin and pioneering non-alcoholic spirit and aperitif New London Light. ⁠ ⁠ Salcombe Gin is aiming to raise £5 million over the next twelve months, the first part of this through the respected Seedrs platform, to continue to grow globally with aspirations to bring exceptional taste to the world.⁠ ⁠ To find out more, tap the link in our bio and head to the 'News' section of our website.

The @offshoretorquay Festival is back, supported by award winning @baysbrewery and @huntscider.⁠ ⁠ BBQ & Paella available all day and catering for a range of dietary requirements. Gluten and dairy free, vegan and vegetarian.⁠ ⁠ Headlined by Mafia 4 and evening entertainment by Best function band in the UK 2019 /2020. Joined by Hot House 4, New Daze and the Old Gaffers Sea Shanty Band.⁠ ⁠ In aid of local charities RNLI Torbay, Torbay Hospital and The Lions Barbour Collective.⁠ ⁠ No need to book a table – just turn up and enjoy!

We were delighted to be invited to launch our new Sustainability Pioneer Award live from the @metoffice HQ in Exeter on Tuesday. Entries for the Sustainability Pioneer Award are now open to all Devon-based food and drink businesses (producers, retail & hospitality). The winner will be announced at the annual awards in October and will shine a light on businesses that go the extra mile in their endeavours to be environmentally friendly. A huge thanks to the Met Office for hosting and to @sharphamcheese, @westcountryolives, @shepherdshackcatering, @hayesmeadoworganic. @luscombedrinks and @hattiers_rum for providing delicious food and drink. Head to our website to find out more or to enter. 📸 @sghaywood_photography

To celebrate the 10 year anniversary, @thecuratortotnes is very excited to bring back its Supper Club. Enjoy some of the much loved Curator dishes previously brought to you by The Curator Kitchen.⁠ ⁠ Join The Curator on Saturday 14th May, 7.30pm. Tickets include a 3 course meal and welcome drink. Limited tickets, bookable via email.⁠ ⁠ Tap the link in our bio to discover other food and drink events happening across Devon.

Join Sidmouth Eats Boutique on 13th May for an evening street food market on a cliff top in the heart of Jurassic coast. ⁠ ⁠ Drink in the landscape, nourish your friendships and taste the world on a Friday evening in the summer months.⁠ ⁠ Sidmouth Eats Boutique street food markets take place in the summer months, brought to you by Unique Boutique Events, a little social enterprise business with a big heart. They work with lots of wonderful small, independent and local businesses to build a resilient community. Community events are the seeds from which ideas grow and the the world becomes a better place. Unique Boutique Events create family friendly events accessible to all, to celebrate the good things in life.⁠ ⁠ From 4pm until sunset.⁠ ⁠ Other dates the event will also be running is:⁠ ⁠ 10 June⁠ 8 July⁠ 12 August⁠ 9 September⁠ ⁠ To find out more, tap the link in our bio and visit our website.

Join Food Drink Devon on Thursday 26th May from 10am - 11:30am for its next virtual workshop - Developing a Brand with Sustainability In Mind. This workshop will be held virtually on Zoom.⁠ ⁠ In this workshop, we will discuss brand and packaging design, web design and label design. Each speaker will share their knowledge on sustainable solutions within their specialism. Food Drink Devon Board Director, Howard Davies, will also join us to share his knowledge on the subject as Co-founder and Director of Salcombe Distilling Co.⁠ ⁠ Food Drink Devon will be joined by the following speakers:⁠ ⁠ Mark Girvan, Creative Partner of Buddy Creative⁠ Jeff Cooper, Managing Director of We Make Magazines⁠ Matthew Riches, Director of Vale Labels⁠ ⁠ Free for members of Food Drink Devon or £10 (plus vat) for non-members.⁠ ⁠ If you have any questions regarding the event, please contact Hanna - or register via our website.

@clivespies, the 100% vegan and organic bakery based in Devon has secured deals with retail giant Asda, and the grocery chain SPAR, to make their plant-based bakes more available than ever before. ⁠ ⁠ Clive’s, who started out in Buckfastleigh and now operate from new premises based in Dartmouth, has been producing plant-based food in the region since 1986.⁠ ⁠ Clive’s vegan & organic products will be available in the Free From freezers at Asda, and in the Nurture Programme freezer at selected stores from mid-April. SPAR stored across the South West will also start stocking Clive’s from Easter onwards. ⁠ ⁠ To find out more food and drink news from across Devon, tap the link in our bio to visit our website.

The Queen’s Platinum Jubilee (Thursday 2nd – Sunday 5th June) will once again see jubilee mania sweep the nation as we host street parties, tea parties and picnics in celebration of Queen Elizabeth II’s 70 years of service. ⁠ ⁠ However you choose to mark the special occasion, make sure you’re celebrating in style with drinks fit for a Queen from Royal Warrant holder @luscombedrinks. Their Jubilee Street Party Boxes come complete with street party essentials including branded Luscombe paper cups and paper bunting.⁠ ⁠ To purchase your box, visit @luscombedrinks.