Executive Director Michele Dawson shares how her hospitality roots, regional focus, and passion for authenticity are shaping a portfolio that speaks directly to today’s on-trade needs

The Bristol Beer Factory, founded in its present incarnation in 2004, was reliant on the on-trade for around 90% of its total business before Covid hit. We met Sam Burrows, the managing director, in the wake of the most challenging period in the company’s history.

The craft drinks market is taking the drinks sector by storm as an increasing number of consumers want to know the provenance of their food and drink, and buy local whenever possible.

London-based wine merchant Borough Wines has put sustainability at the very heart of its business model, making it commercially viable in the process.

Grower Champagnes add some quirky individuality to a wine list and also make a brilliant match for food, claims Cameron Foster, co-owner of Deux Six Wines.