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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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...

Toni’s Kitchen expert insight: Why spaghetti bolognese probably isn't from Italy

Find out why spaghetti bolognese isn’t actually an Italian dish, whether or not you should really use salt when cooking pasta, and...

Simpsons Fish & Chips expert insight: Oh my Cod! They’re 10!

Simpsons Fish & Chips reveals the weirdest thing they’ve ever battered; what makes their meals so delicious and how they feel...

Smokey Joe’s expert insight: Tips for creating an unforgettable party

Discover brilliantly quirky top tips for throwing an unforgettable party as SoGlos speaks to Vickie Godding, the owner of...

The Maytime Inn expert insight: How to curate an amazing gin collection

With an incredible menu dedicated to gin, The Maytime Inn is a juniper lover’s dream destination. But if you’re thinking of...

Oasis Events expert insight: How to plan the ultimate summer party

From bountiful barbecues through to festival-themed get-togethers, summer is prime party time. So, with some help from...

Dunkertons Cider expert insight: Picking the perfect cider this summer

Helping us pick the perfect cider and perry to toast the summer, Dunkertons Cider with its Cheltenham based cidery, has been...

Woodchester Valley expert insight: All you need to know about English wine

Woodchester Valley is flying the flag for both English wine and Gloucestershire. SoGlos chats to its founder and winemaker to...

The Frogmill expert insight: How to cook the perfect steak

If you dream of being able to cook silky smooth cuts of steak at home, but don’t know how, read on, as SoGlos speaks to the head...