Food, Drink and Tourism Month

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Join us for a month celebrating Central Scotland's food, drink, and tourism industry! We're here to support local businesses, grow together, and make our region even more awesome.

About Food, Drink and Tourism Month

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Food, Drink and Tourism Industry Month, hosted by Central Scotland’s Business Support Organisation STEP and Forth Valley Food and Drink network, promises to bring together businesses, buyers and food enthusiasts for an exciting programme focused on learning, growth and collaboration.

Programme highlights include:

Tuesday 4 March: Food, Drink, and Tourism Industry Forum
The month-long programme kicks off on Tuesday 4 March with the Food, Drink and Tourism Industry Forum; a morning of discussions and networking opportunities aimed at exploring the challenges and opportunities shaping the sector. Industry experts will delve into emerging trends and the growing importance of collaboration across food, drink and tourism businesses.

Thursday 13 March: Chefs of the Future
On Thursday 13 March, all eyes will turn to the kitchens at Forth Valley College for the Chefs of the Future competition. Budding chefs will put their skills to the test as they go head-to-head in a thrilling cook-off, showcasing their innovative ideas and culinary creativity.

Monday 17 March: Food and Drink Photography Basics
The focus shifts to photography on Monday 17 March, with a workshop tailored for food and drink businesses. Join camera pro Paul Saunders for a session covering the essential techniques to capture mouth-watering images. Perfect for food business owners, marketers and content creators looking to enhance their visuals.

Wednesday 26 March: Meet the Producer
Don’t miss the grand finale of the month, an annual showcase of Stirling’s finest local produce. Featuring a mix of well-loved local brands like Stirling Distillery and rising stars like oak smoked salmon specialists Brine & Smoke, a family run business based in Kinlochard who won Silver for Best New Chilled Product at Scotland’s Speciality Food and Drink show.

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