Exmoor Brewery toasts new look as sales grow
New branding spotlights Somerset brewer’s heritage Somerset’s Exmoor Brewery is sporting a proud new look on the bar, marking a year since new investment in the business rescued brewing in its home town of Wiveliscombe. Local MP Rachel Gilmour celebrated the launch of the new branding, along with the upturn in Exmoor Brewery’s fortunes which …
UK consumers cut back on fast food as cost of living continues to rise, with biggest drop in footfall for two years
New Meaningful Vision data shows fast food and casual dining footfall declined -2.3% between January and March, the biggest fall since January 2024 Fast food inflation is running far higher than retail food and beverage, accelerating to 8% or more during February and March The South West, Greater London, and South East are the only …
Ocean Spray reimagines the Cosmopolitan for a new generation
As the creator of one of the Cosmo’s defining ingredients – cranberry juice – they have unveiled two new serves ahead of National Cosmopolitan Day (Thursday 7th May) in collaboration with mixologist Ed To and podcaster, Lennie Ware. Ocean Spray Cosmos. Issue date: Wednesday May 6, 2026. PA Photo. Photo credit should read: Doug Peters/PA …
Hoshizaki Makes an Advance on the Booming Grab-and-Go Market by Expanding into the Multideck Category
Hoshizaki UK has expanded its popular ADVANCE series to include a selection of Multideck refrigerators. Boasting stacks of benefits, Hoshizaki’s newest additions provide operators with a sleek and sophisticated design that puts food and drink in the spotlight, and convenience at the heart of the design. With capacities ranging from 600L to 1120L, the ADVANCE …
Meet Crunch Corn, Popcorn Kitchen’s Whopping, Savoury Sister
Whilst Crunch Corn is a NEW fresh chapter within the wider Popcorn Kitchen chronicles, in truth it was the inevitable next snacking step, with Louise Monk and her team of ‘corn obsessives’ fully committed to delivering a new direction in fine grain appreciation. At the heart of Popcorn Kitchen’s success is an unflinching commitment to …
Doghouse Distillery to Open First Bar: Bringing Hyper-local Spirits and London’s Largest Old Fashioned Menu to Clapham
The award-winning Doghouse Distillery is opening the doors to its first bar at 10 Clapham Common Southside. Pouring a range of spirits made from scratch just over a mile away in Battersea, and serving London’s largest Old Fashioned menu, the Doghouse Distilery Bar is a unique new space for London spirit lovers to enjoy. Opening …
Salty Dog Adds Feisty Chilli Rice Crackers To Its Fine Snacking Family
Anyone who knows Salty Dog appreciates that this is no one-trick puppy, because this is a discerning, hand-cooked crisp custodian, whose ‘fine snacking’ credentials today extends effortlessly into Roasted Corn Kernels (Darling Corn) and a 5-strong cluster of moreish nuts which includes: Salted Cashews and every conceivable peanut blend(Honey Roasted, Chilli, Dry Roasted & Salted). …
Charles Leclerc and Chivas Regal Unveil Their First 16 Year Old Whiskey – an Expression of True Mastery
Luxury Scotch whisky, Chivas Regal and Global Brand Ambassador Charles Leclerc today announced the launch of Chivas Regal 16 Limited-Edition – the first 16 year old expression in the brand’s history and Leclerc’s debut signature blend. It’s a personal co-creation built on a shared mindset of constantly challenging yourself. It began with Charles Leclerc challenging Chivas …
Taste on tap: Draught debut for UK’s first non-alc Indian craft beer
The UK’s “curry and a pint” ritual enters a new era as Bunta Beer, the UK’s first non-alcoholic Indian craft beer, announces its first draught listing at The Latimer. The draught listing is a significant milestone for the brand, which was founded in October 2025. Bunta Beer will be serving their flagship non-alcoholic citrus lager …
Magners Shares the Craic This Summer
Magners is getting ready for a summer of comedy with the launch of its ‘Share the Craic’ competition which hopes to find the next stand-up star. The Share the Craic comedy search will spotlight emerging comedians, offering a major platform for new voices in comedy and the chance to win a month-long, funded slot …
