
Let Sleeping Dogs Lie
Good Noise Co-Founder and Director Peter Collingridge talks us through their branding project with Chasing Rabbits Coffee Shop.

Good Noise Co-Founder and Director Peter Collingridge talks us through their branding project with Chasing Rabbits Coffee Shop.

We recently sat down with Alice C Doyle, an environmental and sustainability consultant, who works across various industries, including hospitality. Her role is focused on integrating environmental protection into business strategies, ensuring a balance between profitability and sustainability. Alice’s work also prioritises the well-being of the community, society, and the planet.

Meet Helen from Terra Restaurant and Tottington Manor as she introduces us to her sustainability program and choices with Sussex suppliers. Helen’s commitment to sustainable dining is evident in every aspect of her work, from sourcing local, organic ingredients to reducing waste and supporting regional farmers. By partnering with Sussex suppliers, she ensures that Terra and Tottington Manor serve the freshest, highest-quality produce while minimising their environmental impact. Helen’s dedication to sustainability not only enhances the dining experience but also supports the local economy and promotes a greener future.

We meet Verity Cowling, who operates The Cheese Hut at Basin Road in Brighton. Stocking over 120 different artisan cheeses from Sussex and across Great Britain, The Cheese Hut is a haven for cheese enthusiasts. Verity shares her journey of joining the business and provides insights into their most popular cheeses, including the creamy Sussex Brie and the robust Brighton Blue. Her passion for local produce shines through, making The Cheese Hut a must-visit for anyone looking to explore the rich variety of Sussex cheeses.

The English fine wine scene has transformed in the past decade. Spearheading that change is Gusbourne, the Kent- and Sussex-based producer renowned for crafting vintage wines of exceptional quality. Here, we catch up with Laura Rhys, Master Sommelier, to hear more about how to get the most from your glass of Gusbourne.

We get to know founders Louise and Merl Thilly from Weez & Merl, a unique business dedicated to recycling waste plastic from Brighton and Hove businesses. Their innovative approach transforms recycled waste into a range of homewares, furniture, and sheet material.

Meet Sussex supplier Wealden Charcoal. A newly formed Sussex business supplying easy lighting, long lasting sustainable Sussex Charcoal to the restaurant industry.

Luciana Cousin and Nicholas Cousin co-founded Across Rainbows and their Back Off. Back up. campaign is a bold initiative aimed at tackling street harassment and abuse.

We meet Sean McHugh and delve deeper his expertise as Wholesale and Training Manager at Trading Post Coffee Roasters in Brighton, uncovering valuable industry insights on selecting the perfect coffee for your business. Learn the essential factors to consider when purchasing coffee, his advice on careers in the industry and the benefits of working for an independent Brighton coffee shop.

We interview Ben Woodward from Uber Eats about his career to date, what it’s like working in Brighton and his favourite venues in the city.
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