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Key Features to Look for in Food Packaging Machines for Maximum Efficiency

Efficiency is critical in the contemporary food production industry. Packaging is central to ensuring products get to customers intact, fresh, and in an economical way. In the food industry B2B market, choosing the right food packaging machines can be revolutionary. These machines simplify production processes while cutting down on labor expenses, maintaining a high standard of quality, and improving productivity. This article will discuss important aspects of food packaging machines and how food packaging machine manufacturers fulfill the highlighted critical factors.

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The Shops at Dartington launches distillery

Authored by HarryWild
Posted: Tue, 04/10/2018 - 4:22pm

British retailer and social enterprise, The Shops at Dartington, are to introduce a brand-new permanent distillery within their Food Hall, to launch in mid-April.

In partnership with Devon Distillery, the new copper still will produce The Shops at Dartington’s signature bottle of Elmhirst Gin, and will also have the capability of producing other contract gins as well as other spirits at a later date. The distillery will also be running a boutique gin experience, enabling small classes to learn the process of making gin, while they can smell, taste and witness the entire process...

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Foodies In Exeter: InExeter enables city businesses to exhibit at Food Festival

Authored by Mary Youlden
Posted: Thu, 04/05/2018 - 11:20am

InExeter (the city Business Improvement District) has given the opportunity for city businesses to exhibit at the highly regarded Exeter Food Festival of South West Food & Drink taking place at Exeter Castle and Northernhay Gardens from 5 – 7 May 2018. The team at InExeter has arranged for sought-after exhibition spaces to be made available at the Exeter Food Festival for local Business Improvement District businesses enabling them to reach up to 20,000 festival goers. Chococo, Eat Your Greens, Rolys Fudge and the Real Food Company will be among those exhibiting free of charge, at this...

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Devon's food and drink delights no longer a secret

Authored by HarryWild
Posted: Wed, 04/04/2018 - 10:11am

2018 has got off to a flying start for Devon’s food and drink scene and building on the success of recent years it is fair to say that Devon’s fabulous food and drink is no longer a secret. The county continues to grow in recognition as the place to turn to for the very best produce, thanks in no small part to Food Drink Devon and its members, who are continually helping to build this reputation and share the delights of Devon with a wider audience.

Barbara King, chair of the board of directors for Food Drink Devon, says: “We are delighted to see that Devon’s food fame continues to...

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New Cooking is Fun Marquee at Exeter Festival of South West Food & Drink

Authored by Mary Youlden
Posted: Tue, 04/03/2018 - 11:29am

Exeter Festival of South West Food & Drink returns to Exeter Castle and Northernhay Gardens for its 15th year across the early May bank holiday weekend (Saturday 5th- Monday 7th May) with a brand new hands-on cooking experience for foodie families.

Exeter Cookery School will be hosting a new Cooking is Fun Marquee at the 2018 Festival with a range of practical and engaging cookery workshops for families. Inspiring families to have fun together while cooking, each session will be led by experienced Exeter Cookery School tutors. Nila Ross-Patel will be on hand to reveal the...

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Review: Bistro Du Vin, Exeter

Authored by News Desk
Posted: Mon, 04/02/2018 - 12:48pm

I was delighted to be asked to write a review of the new Spring Menu for the Bistro du Vin at the Hotel du Vin in Exeter.

I had only visited the hotel on one occasion for drinks and was pleasantly surprised by the light and airy bistro setting with views over the gardens.

The sun put in an appearance for our visit and as we sat by the large windows we were bathed in sunshine which added to the whole experience.

We were warmly welcomed at the hotel and were informed that in the next 12 months the whole hotel would be undergoing a major refurbishment in line with all...

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It's a double at the Rusty Pig

Authored by Sue Cade
Posted: Mon, 04/02/2018 - 11:58am

Two well-known culinary names are featuring back to back at the Rusty Pig this April, with a major emphasis on seasonal ingredients and local sourcing in keeping with the restaurant’s own ethos.

The first, on Wednesday April 25, sees Gill Meller join Rusty Pig owner, Robin Rea to create a midweek feast Tasting Menu. Gill, who is Group Head Chef at River Cottage and author of award-winning cookbook Gather, is committed to simple, seasonal food. He enjoys taking inspiration from the local area and small producers, growers and fishermen in the South West region.

“I’ve known...

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New leadership team for the Exeter and Heart of Devon Hotels and Restaurants Association

Alexandra Penn, Head of Sales at Event Exeter, University of Exeter will be taking the helm as chairman for the Exeter and Heart of Devon Hotels and Restaurants Association.

A Commercial Manager with over 15 years’ experience in the industry, and having been with Event Exeter since 2014, Penn brings with her a wealth of knowledge and passion for the hospitality industry.

Mark Godfrey, Managing Director of Deer Park Country House Hotel, Derek Phillips, John Wheeler, Head of Faculty at Exeter College and Jemma Mitchell, Owner of Rendezvous Wine Bar retain their positions as...

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Hubbox announces expansion plans

Authored by Josh Webber
Posted: Mon, 03/12/2018 - 5:38pm

South West restaurant group Hubbox is getting ready to expand its operations.

The group, which already operates restaurants in six locations, is adding a second outlet in Plymouth’s Royal William Yard.

Group founder Richard Boon said; ‘We’ve got a beautiful building with a great interior to work with. With a population of 265,000, a great tourist boom in the summer and a huge university, Plymouth is more than man enough to have two Hubbox sites at opposing ends of the city.’

The plans don’t stop there though. Exeter, which is home to the first bricks and mortar...

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Giraffe keeps it in the family

The new Kids’ Menu at Giraffe has been crowned a winner at the Menu Innovation and Development Awards 2018.

The family chain, which has an outlet in Exeter and celebrates world food, beat off stiff competition to be awarded for their newly developed Children’s Menu.

The team at Giraffe introduced the menu nationwide earlier this year and with options now including wraps, salads, grilled chicken, fish and traditional favourites, offers one of the most expansive ranges for youngsters in the UK marketplace.

To celebrate the award with their customers, kids will be able...

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Exeter & Heart of Devon Hotels & Restaurants Assoc raise over £1,500 for charity in one evening

Members of the Exeter & Heart of Devon Hotels & Restaurants Association raised over £1,500.00 for Hospitality Action at this year’s annual dinner held at the Deer Park Country House Hotel on Monday 5th March. The funds have been allocated to local heroes taking part in Le Tour de Cuisine 2018, The Cotswold Cycle Challenge on Monday 4th June 2018. Following a luxury four course feast was a raffle featuring some fantastic prizes donated by a selection of Heavenly Devon Hotels and Restaurants, including a night in the stunning Treehouse at Deer Park Country House Hotel, a night at...

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