Discover the latest food and drink news from across Devon.
Tom Archard took the helm at Fordmore Farm Shop Café in October 2024. The Café serves breakfast and lunch, using quality, locally-sourced ingredients including beef and lamb Fordmore Farm’s organically-reared herds, and fish from the on-site fishmonger. We asked Tom about his career highlights, ethos and what to look forward to from his kitchen this season.
It’s the most important meal of the day so what better way to start your day than naturally with pure sausages and bacon from Beacon Farms. Their brand-new sausage range is completely free from additives, preservatives and allergens, and made from 100% natural ingredients.
More than a Farm Shop, Greendale is a destination in its own right, with shelves stacked high with local food, drink and crafts. There are places to eat, many family friendly events including their popular evening tasting events, a beautiful farmland walk and tractor trail... and wallabies, donkeys, goats, and of course Oscar the Ostrich.
Italian inspired San Benedetto's restaurant has relocated and is now open in Northgate House Hotel within the grounds of Buckfast Abbey.
Artisan ice cream maker, Granny Gothards teams up with local carbon negative rum distillery, Two Drifters to create an outstanding new rum and raisin flavour.
Granny Gothards is an artisan ice cream company based in the heart of Devon. Surrounded by some of the finest dairy herds in the country, they're perfectly placed to create truly exceptional ice cream using the freshest milk and cream. Find out how owner Amanda Ringelberg and her small team create a sustainable, award winning and utterly delicious dessert.
Bays Brewery has teamed up with Westcountry Rivers Trust for its first charity beer of the year. Up The Creek is a session IPA that raises a glass to the waterways that keep the region flowing.
Ian Webber and Gidleigh Park have retained their Michelin star, which Chef Ian was awarded for the first time in 2025, continuing Gidleigh Park’s long heritage with the Michelin Guide.
South Devon Chilli Farm - the Home of British Chillies - has a history spanning more than 20 years. The unique, 10-acre farm was taken on by Amrit and Jenny in 2022, and now grows well over 100 varieties and harvests several tonnes of chillies a year. The couple are on a mission to make the farm even more sustainable. Read more...