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Maximalist and Whimsical crockery by Alliance South East. white and green plates on a white table cloth
Supplier Spotlight
Guest Post

Tableware Trends and Concepts for 2026

Tableware Trends: Get Ready for 2026. Get ahead of the curve! Discover the essential tableware trends shaping hospitality in 2026. This guide details how restaurants are shifting towards sustainability, focusing on natural textures, tactile materials, and bold, personalised settings. From minimalist bioplastics to artisanal ceramic pieces, understand how new concepts in crockery, cutlery, and glassware are enhancing the dining experience and contributing to overall aesthetic value.

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Guest Post November 25, 2025
Jo and the team at Village Pizza Kitchen at the PAPA Awards. Black tie
Interviews
Emma H

Interview with Jo Malone, Founder of Village Pizza Kitchen

Inspired by a trip to New York more than two decades ago, Jo Malone’s dream of creating her own pizzeria finally came to life in the heart of Sussex. What began as a lockdown takeaway in Hurstpierpoint has since grown into the award-winning Village Pizza Kitchen – a neighbourhood favourite known for its outstanding pizzas, local ingredients, and community spirit.

We caught up with Jo to talk about the journey from idea to reality, her passion for Sussex produce, and how Village Pizza Kitchen has become one of the region’s most celebrated independent restaurants.

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Emma H October 28, 2025
Fatto a Mano owner and chef tasting pizzas in the restaurant.
News
Emma H

Fatto a Mano Turns 10

This year marks a huge milestone for Fatto a Mano as they celebrate ten years bringing Neapolitan pizza to the heart of Brighton and beyond. What started as a passion project for Rupert Davidson and his team has grown into a thriving pizzeria group, known for its relaxed, family-friendly atmosphere, top-quality ingredients, and a commitment to creating spaces where everyone feels welcome.

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Emma H October 14, 2025
Cherie Spriggs, Head Winemaker at Nyetimber, standing among vineyard vines in Sussex
Awards
Nick Harvey

Meet Cherie Spriggs, Head Winemaker at Nyetimber

Meet Cherie Spriggs, Head Winemaker at Nyetimber, following an extraordinary milestone for English wine. Nyetimber’s Blanc de Blancs 2016 Magnum was crowned Champion Sparkling Wine of the World at the International Wine Challenge 2025, with Cherie herself named Sparkling Winemaker of the Year for the second time.

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Nick Harvey October 13, 2025
A white man with dark hair wearing a yellow shirt and blue jeans is standing in front or a large projector screen. People are sitting at round tables watching
Sustainability Toolkit
Ivanka Majic

Stop hiding your good work

If you’re doing great things in sustainability, say so. Too many venues are green-hushing — quietly putting in the effort but never talking about it.

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Ivanka Majic October 7, 2025
Tanya Armstrong, the GM of The Jolly Sportsman, East Chiltington - winner of best Sussex pub at the BRAVO Awards in 2025
Awards
Nick Harvey

Inside The Jolly Sportsman: BRAVO’s Best Sussex Pub Winner

We meet Tanya Armstrong, General Manager of The Jolly Sportsman — winner of Best Sussex Pub 2025 at the BRAVOS. Tucked away in the village of East Chiltington, this much-loved country pub has captured the hearts of guests with its welcoming atmosphere, focus on local produce, and balance of tradition and innovation. In this interview, Tanya shares what makes The Jolly Sportsman so special, and why the BRAVO win means so much to her team.

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Nick Harvey September 23, 2025

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