Roar into the store! Food & drink producers invited to pitch for Marwell’s new restaurant & gift shop

Marwell Zoo has teamed up with Hampshire Fare to launch a competition offering local food and drink producers a spot in the zoo’s newly refurbished restaurant and gift... READ MORE »

Hamble local Dave takes charge at The Bugle with new menu and events - starting with Six Nations

The Bugle pub in Hamble has a new general manager in Dave Roberts, who has big plans for a busy calendar of events. He’s already launched monthly ‘locals’ nights’... READ MORE »

Foodie heaven in Southampton as this year’s Local Produce Trade Show draws 300+ visitors

Food and drink buyers from across the South came to meet local producers and secure deals at the annual Local Produce Trade Show last week. The show, now in its 17th... READ MORE »

Destined for grape things! Northbrook Vineyard announces new supply partnership & tasting room

Northbrook Vineyard, a boutique operation in the foothills of the South Downs near Bishops Waltham, is gearing up for success. Owners James and Amelia Tuttiett have... READ MORE »

Monkey business afoot as Island brewers Goddards join the growing Powder Monkey portfolio

Goddards, the oldest brewery on the Isle of Wight and one of the UK’s first independent craft beer producers, has been acquired by Powder Monkey Brewing Group. The... READ MORE »

New Forest distillers 820 Spirits come to the rescue for Dry January with low-alcohol ‘Drop of Gin’

New Forest-based 820 Spirits has released Drop of Gin, a new low-alcohol gin distillate. It’s available in a 50ml bottle with a pipette, and adding just two full... READ MORE »

Blow to Hampshire farmers as county’s last abattoir with 70-year family history shuts up shop

The last abattoir in Hampshire is due to close at the end of the month, dealing a major blow to local farmers. Newman’s Abattoir in North Camp has been trading since... READ MORE »

InstaVolt strikes new partnership with Starbucks licensee Cobra Coffee at upcoming Winchester hub

As work continues on the upcoming Winchester ‘superhub’ from EV charging operator InstaVolt, the firm has announced it will be partnering with Starbucks licensee... READ MORE »

‘More than a facelift’ as Hampshire Fare’s new brand identity & website celebrate its members

Hampshire Fare, the member organisation for food and drink producers and suppliers in the South, has unveiled a fresh new look and website in time for the new year. At an... READ MORE »

Pizza the action! Saints partner with Domino’s inviting fans to predict match scores for prizes

Southampton Football Club has announced Domino’s as the inaugural partner of its mobile app. The pizza giant will deliver the club’s popular new ‘predict the... READ MORE »