People
The fine food industry is full of inspiring professionals with a wealth of experience and expertise under their sleeves – find out what makes them tick and discover their take on the ever-changing market right here
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“Currency pressure”
07 October 2016 Speciality BitesWhether a fat finger blip or not sterling had already reached a 31 year low against the dollar last week, before plummeting to $1.14 -
“Double trouble!”
05 October 2016 OpinionIt's rare that cheese runs through a period of stability for more than 18-20 months, and we are seeing another of those cyclical surges that are the hallmark of this trade -
“Keeping the faith”
05 October 2016 Cheese TalkOur aim is to produce world class cheese and have it sold world class around the world. What does that take? -
The Interview: Rick Sheepshanks, Stokes Sauces
27 September 2016 NewsWhat drives Rick Sheepshanks, MD of Stokes? Teamwork, professional pride and great taste. Here he shares how he makes it work -
“October is here! How did that happen?”
26 September 2016 On The FarmOur new menu is well under way. Seasonality is key and this month we’re still reaping what we’ve sown earlier in the year. Squashes, greens and root vegetables from our garden coupled with our rare-breed meats give us a taster of what’s to come throughout the… -
“Are the chips down?”
26 September 2016 Speciality BitesI have been thinking this week about chips; not those to have with chips, nor those that used to be called crisps, but those resident on some people’s shoulders! -
Show time!
02 September 2016 Speciality BitesIt’s our favourite time of year, and I think my 17th Speciality & Fine Food Fair -
“Simple and true”
29 August 2016 On The FarmAutumn is a time for reflection at Jimmy’s Farm. We’re looking back on what has been a great year for us. When we started the business, the vision was to produce high quality, high welfare meat and continue the bloodlines of traditional British pig breeds,… -
“Don’t sway to populists”
25 August 2016 Cheese TalkWith consumer demands continually fluctuating and markets changing on a yearly basis, it’s almost impossible to predict what the new craze or sudden ‘loser’ will be. -
“New days and new ways”
25 August 2016 OpinionSince the momentous decision of 23rd June, rarely a day has passed without someone examining the consequences, outcomes and impact of that Brexit vote