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A total 190 cheesemakers will be putting forward nearly 900 cheeses to the judges.

Based on its tracking of all new product launches in the UK grocery market, Mintel has discovered that nearly 250 reformulated products were launched in the first six months of this year - similar to

The scheme aims to bring added value by breaking down the cupboard essentials with recipe suggestions, menu support by season and extended support through offers and promotions.

The annual awards, which will be announced at a Gala Dinner and Awards Ceremony on Monday 21 September, recognise and reward excellence and innovation in locally sourced produce that exists throughout

The Chef's Room is a collaboration between cook and food writer, Lindy Wildsmith, and Welsh specialist restaurant fine food supplier Vin Sullivan.

Among these companies taking the plunge this year are traditional chutney and jam company, Auntie Val's, speciality tea producer, Devonshire Tea and award-winning artisan food company, Ouse Valley Foo

The contest, which is sponsored by P&O Ferries, and judged by a panel of well known chefs including TV chef Gary Rhodes, saw Mariner and the other finalists prepare and cook a two course meal duri

The one-day workshop provides an understanding of what vegans do and don't eat and will give chefs the confidence to be able to offer vegans a diverse menu. Attendees will also learn what to consider

The class of year seven students were given an insight into the stadium's award winning hospitality, as they took residence in the stadium's boardroom suite for a morning of workshops. The kids were s

Sales for the grocery division continued to see good growth driven by 2008 pricing actions with growth in market share, supported by new product launches and strong promotional activity.