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43 UK breweries have become insolvent in the last year*, says national accountancy group UHY Hacker Young. The 43 breweries that have become insolvent include names like Fourpure (location of a famous photo shoot for Boris Johnson and Rishi Sunak), By The Horns, Magic Rock Brewery, Burton Town Brewery and Wild Weather Ales. Many of which are small, independent craft beer producers facing mounting cost pressures. Brian Johnson, Partner at UHY Hacker Young, says: “The craft beer boom was one of the most exciting recent trends in food and drink. Unfortunately, it is a sector that attracted too many entrepreneurs…

English Wine Week returns for 2025 from 21st – 29th June and what better way to celebrate than with the pioneers of English sparkling wine, Nyetimber. From booking an Open Weekend at the Nyetimber estate for a Tour and Tasting, to celebrating on a Nyetimber terrace in London, or reading the Nyetimber coffee table book at home with a glass of sparkling wine, there are many ways to celebrate with Nyetimber this English Wine Week. Tours and Tastings at the Nyetimber Estate This experience offers guests the opportunity to stroll through Nyetimber’s historic vineyards set amidst the rolling hills of the South…

The team behind Restaurant Pine are thrilled to announce the full chef line-up for returning charity fundraiser concept BiteBack in aid of Cancer Research UK, as they set out to do it all again with SecondBite 2025, which will take place on 06th July, at Wylam Brewery, Palace of Arts, Newcastle. A stellar line-up of 20 of the UK’s leading Michelin-starred and multi-award-winning chefs have been signed up, featuring: Cal Byerley – Restaurant Pine Ian Waller – Restaurant Pine Chet Sharma – Bibi Gareth Ward – Ynyshir Tom Shepherd – Upstairs by Tom Shepherd Josh Angus – Hide Mark Donald…

This Sunday, 25th May, is National Wine Day and the perfect occasion to sip your favourite wine, or try something new! Van Hunks: Van Hunks Cap Classique Brut Sparkling Wine Bold, gold, smooth and dry, Van Hunks Brut Cap Classique is easy drinking, with perfect tiny bubbles. Van Hunks Cap Classique is produced using a traditional method identical to Méthode Champenoise. It is bottle fermented in small batches and matured in contact with the lees for approximately 30 months. Showcasing the best of South African sparkling wine, this Cap Classique is a blend of red and white grapes displaying the full, balanced yeasty complexity…

Serving up sunshine, flavour and goodness for British Tomato Fortnight This British Tomato Fortnight (2nd – 15th June), Isle of Wight Tomatoes celebrates the great British tomato in all its juicy, sun-ripened glory, teaming up with leading nutritionist and best-selling author Rhiannon Lambert. The collaboration spotlights Isle of Wight Tomatoes as the ultimate seasonal ingredient: naturally nutritious, full of flavour, and grown right here in the UK. Rhiannon has created an exclusive summer recipe, Ultimate Tomato Toast, featuring her favourite varieties of these award-winning tomatoes. It’s quick to make, bursting with goodness, and brings all the tastes of summer to your…

Soft drink brand, Hip Pop, has recently expanded its presence in Sainsbury’s and Waitrose. Demand for natural and low-sugar drinks continues to rise, with Hip Pop recently being named ‘UK’s Best Carbonated Drink’. Now, Hip Pop’s soda is more widely available than ever, with over 4,000 distribution points. Introducing Hip Pop to Sainsbury’s Hip Pop soda will now be available in 184 Sainsbury’s stores across the UK. The supermarket giant will be selling four-packs of Tropical Peach and four-packs of Berries & Cherries. This now takes Hip Pop to nine stock keeping units (SKUs) across four parts of the Sainsbury’s retail…

From the wheat fields of Altamura to the world’s finest hotel bars, Altamura Distilleries has become Official Vodka Partner of The World’s 50 Best Hotels. Altamura Distilleries has become the ‘Official Vodka Partner of The World’s 50 Best Hotels’, a landmark moment that places this umami-rich Italian vodka at the heart of global luxury hospitality. From its origins in the wheat fields of southern Italy to the back bars of the world’s most iconic hotels, Altamura Distilleries’ journey has always been defined by excellence, elegance, and craftsmanship. This new partnership cements Altamura Distilleries’ status as the vodka of choice for…

20th May 2025: This month, Burger King® UK is turning up the heat with one of its biggest menu launches in recent years! The burger connoiseurs at Burger King® UK have been cooking away to deliver a sensational new line-up that fans will be able to enjoy from 20th May. Customers will need to ready their taste buds for the star of the summer – the all-new succulent, sweet and smoky Kansas BBQ Chicken Fries*. Burger King® UK’s latest menu addition has taken the popular treat to a mouthwatering new level. The Kansas BBQ Chicken Fries feature a crispy golden coating, bringing a…

More Than Only Food & Drink’ Campaign will Showcase Over 50 EU Wines at Booth C40 The European Union’s ‘More Than Only Food & Drink’ campaign will spotlight the extraordinary diversity of EU winemaking at this year’s London Wine Fair, with a selection of more than 50 wines from across 27 Member States – many of which are yet to be discovered by the UK trade. Championing innovation, authenticity, and sustainability, the campaign will offer visitors to booth C40 a rare opportunity to taste wines from unexpected corners of the EU — including Malta, Belgium, Czechia, Luxembourg, Poland, and Spain — that reflect…

Whatever Kind of Dad, They Eat Free! Heavenly Desserts is marking Father’s Day 2025 with a sweet and generous offer for families across the UK. On Sunday, 15th June 2025, dads dining at any Heavenly Desserts location will receive a complimentary dessert or brunch main, as part of the brand’s celebration of father figures of all kinds. Whether he’s a DIY expert, a football enthusiast, or a thrill-seeking superdad, Heavenly Desserts is inviting guests to honour the father figures who make a difference every day. The initiative is designed to bring families together and create memorable moments over a shared…