Gloucestershire Food & Drink interviews
Explore Gloucestershire Food & Drink interviews conducted by the team of journalists at SoGlos - Gloucestershire's leading media brand.
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How Julian Dunkerton is turning Dunkertons Park into a global destination – with a little help from Jade Holland Cooper
With its Black Fox Cider winning an international award, it's not just cider-loving Cheltenham locals who are loyal regulars at...
Raymond Blanc: 'What guests want is changing and we're evolving to cater for that'
Celebrated chef Raymond Blanc is full of energy and a fresh vision for his restaurants and Le Manoir, just over the border in...
Digital transformation and coffee beans – how one Cheltenham IT firm's partnership made for the perfect blend
When a Cirencester-based coffee roasting company needed help with its digital expansion and IT system, it was Cheltenham's...
'The support, the stories people shared — it reminded us just how iconic this spot is for Gloucester': Dr Foster owners reflect on successful first year
Capping off a successful first year which saw Gloucester's much-loved Dr Foster pub brought back to life, the ART Hospitality team...
How to host the perfect party in the Cotswolds
When it comes to throwing a fabulous party, no one does it better than Karl Newman, consultant general manager at The Dial House...
Raymond Blanc: 'In tough times, it's important to keep doing what we do best and to maintain the highest standards'
As hospitality manoeuvres through a bumpy economy, SoGlos chats to chef Raymond Blanc about the best ways to navigate challenging...
Meet the two pastry chefs with a Michelin background bringing their expertise to the Cotswolds
With its co-owners coming from Michelin star backgrounds, KNEAD launched back in 2020 and has gone from strength to strength, with...
Giuseppe Dell'Anno on Bake Off, making wedding cakes and life in Cheltenham
One year after moving to Cheltenham, GBBO 2021 winner Giuseppe Dell'Anno is taking the Gloucestershire food scene by storm,...
'It oozes character and charm': Meet the team breathing life back into a much-loved Gloucester pub
From transforming an old building into a thriving dining destination to providing exceptional hospitality, SoGlos speaks to A Rule...
The Gloucester wine call centre that's so successful it's branching out into supporting luxury brands
Laithwaites award-winning customer service team at Brockworth Business Park is sharing its expertise with businesses across...
'We recognise the value and the importance that pubs, bars and hospitality bring to people and communities'
Category partner for Pub/Bar of the Year at this year's Gloucestershire Lifestyle Awards, Stroud Brewery, shares why local pubs...
The new head of Cirencester's oldest hotel brings 20 years of luxury and Michelin-star magic
With glamorous interiors, new menus and free anniversary dinners for couples who say, 'I do', there's plenty to get excited about...
The Gloucester wine HQ that's supplied enough bottles to wrap around the earth five times over
There's no putting a cork in it for Laithwaites in Gloucester. Since opening in 2006, it's become THE place to taste and shop with...
Meet the West End star in charge of Entertainment at Ingleside
Cirencester's Ingleside House has an exciting programme of live events, from top tier tribute acts and showtunes to original live...
Meet the chef championing sustainable Cotswolds cuisine at Burleigh Court
Passionate about using local ingredients to their full potential, head chef Shaun Jones from Burleigh Court Hotel speaks to SoGlos...
Why September is the ideal time to embrace organic
The founder of Gloucestershire's original organic brewery talks to SoGlos about why embracing an organic lifestyle is one of the...
Why organic beer is best for people and the planet
Greg Pilley, founder of Stroud Brewery, tells SoGlos why opting for organic is more important than ever to achieve 'healthy soil,...
Gregg Wallace: Learning to cook properly can change your life
MasterChef's Gregg Wallace thinks Gloucestershire's a bit posh and loves Gloucester Rugby, as well as dining at Phil Vickery's...
The culture that makes food innovator Green Gourmet the envy of UK businesses
Describing why a business's culture is 'award-winning' and 'different' can be a challenge, but after speaking to Green Gourmet's...
Matching meals with music: The new restaurant 'putting the fun' into Cheltenham's fine dining scene
Bringing a kaleidoscope of cultures and flavours to its 12-course tasting menu, SoGlos spoke with Restaurant Journey's owner and...
Gloucestershire couple to become the face of boutique Cotswolds hotel The Old Stocks Inn
Find out what the two competition winners are most looking forward to as part of their prize and how Instagram helps inspire days...
Why in-person events are so important for Gloucestershire businesses: Eastwood Park Expert Insight
With corporate events like conferences and team building making a resurgence, SoGlos asked the experts at Eastwood Park for tips...
How Gloucestershire’s hospitality businesses can make the most of the Easter holidays: Visit Gloucestershire expert insight
From supportive staff to offering children’s activities, Visit Gloucestershire shares its top tips for attracting families this...
‘We wanted the refurbishment to symbolise a new era’: Meet the owner of The Scandinavian Coffee Pod
With a brand-new look and exciting plans for 2022, SoGlos caught up with The Scandinavian Coffee Pod to find out more about its...
Top tips for recruiting during the hospitality staff shortage: Visit Gloucestershire expert insight
While staff shortages are still causing chaos for local hospitality businesses, SoGlos spoke to Visit Gloucestershire to get its...
How to plan for the 2022 hospitality season: Visit Gloucestershire expert insight
After almost two years of uncertainty, Visit Gloucestershire is helping local hospitality businesses gear up for the 2022 season...
Why owners should consider adding vegetables to their dogs’ diet
Rich in nutrients and full of flavour, it’s important that dogs eat their greens and get enough veggies in their diet, just like...
‘This really is the best venue we could have hoped for’: Meet the team behind The Scenic Supper
From the importance of seasonal produce to making some of the best gin cocktails in Gloucestershire, SoGlos grills the team behind...
'It's been an extraordinary year': Meet the managing director at Dunkertons Cider
Cheltenham has a wealth of incredible independent shops, bars, pubs and restaurants, with passionate business owners behind them...
