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Young Cook of the Year 2014

If you know a young person who loves cooking, now is their chance to show off their culinary skills in the Guild of Food Writers' annual Cook It competition.

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The Southern Co-operative is launching a £15,000 community support scheme for local good causes in Four Marks with the opening of its new store in the village

19 jobs have been created at the new community store on Winchester Road, which will be officially opened by Four Marks Scout Group on Wednesday 5 February at 10am.

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A successful showcase of delicious local produce

Local producers exhibited their food and drink to key buyers and restaurant owners at the Local Produce Show.

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Launch of Chef's Academy in Hampshire

A new Chef's Academy is being launched in Hampshire by Exclusive Hotels and Venues.

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January: What's in season?

For many January brings a determination to eat healthy foods. Be inspired by the seasonal British foods available this month.

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February: What's in season?

February brings plenty of inspiration for hearty soups and warming casseroles.

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Introducing: Marita Lietz

Meet Marita, part of the Bubble& team taking Hampshire's taste buds by storm.

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Kitchen talent: Nick O'Halloran

We meet the head chef at Ideal Collection's The White Star in Southampton.

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Introducing: Darren Venables

Meet the head gardener of Chewton Glen Hotel.

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Fuller's raise over £30,000 for Shooting Star Chase Charity

Fuller's, the independent family brewer and Hampshire Fare Corporate Partner, last week presented a cheque for £33,620 to children's hospice charity, Shooting Star CHASE.

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Artisan bakery celebrates success with expansion to new premises

Last week, Hampshire Fare member Little Bee Bakery officially opened its new business unit.

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Young cooks' competition aims to be a catalyst for culinary career

Young culinary talent in Hampshire is flourishing, according to the organisers of a regional cookery competition aimed at 12-14 year olds.

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