Discover the latest food and drink news from across Devon.
Pinky fingers poised! We’ve rounded up some of the best afternoon teas on offer in Devon. From cosy cafes on your local High Street to Michelin star establishments. Fully updated for summer 2025!
Beacon Farms was founded in 2024 by siblings James, Will and Charlotte Vining. Their ‘field to table’ produce connects people with the finest sustainably farmed food that’s sourced from a trusted collective of regenerative and traditional farmers - who all share the belief that really great food comes from respecting the land, animals and craftsmanship.
Mike O'Donnell leads the kitchen at the Ilsington Country House Hotel & Spa on Dartmoor, a family-run, quintessential English Country House Hotel. We asked him about himself, his cooking style and what's coming up in his restuarant.
Sandford Orchards launches a new Vintage Straw Pressed Fine Cider created in collaboration with Ben Collins, formerly known as The Stig. The result of their labours is a spectacular cider with a burgundy hue and notes of grapefruit and melon running through a classic Devonian bittersweet farmhouse blend.
Looking for a calm, sunny spot to enjoy a summer break? Tucked away behind Gaia Coffee on Winner Street, Paignton, is a beautiful hidden garden, perfect for relaxing with something cool and delicious.
Bays Brewery has launched its latest charity brew ‘Ahoy’, a refreshing golden ale which is raising a glass, and vital funds, for the heroic crew of Torbay RNLI.
Bean-to-bar maker Nicola’s Chocolate has opened a working micro-factory, shop and educational hub on Blackboy Road, offering an insight into how real chocolate is made... from ethically sourced cacao beans to beautifully wrapped bars.
Award-winning North Devon pizza company Pig & Olive has introduced a trio of Bar Buoy canned cocktails to its drinks line-up, just in time for summer. Make a day of it - beach, pizza and a cold cocktail in the sun.
Rull Orchard has won the 2025 Breakthrough Cider Maker Awards with their 'Autumn Unwrapped' Perry. These unique awards were launched by Sandford Orchards at the end of 2019 and celebrate excellent quality whole juice ciders from around the UK.