Beyond the Kitchen Table (BTKT) is a specialised training programme, designed by Food and Drink North East for small-scale food and drink producers and emerging entrepreneurs looking to scale their business, become retail-ready, and grow into B2B channels such as retail, wholesale, hospitality and foodservice. It is fully-funded and will run from August 2026 – October 2026 as part of the North East Rural Growth Programme.
Join the FADNE team at the Business Gateshead Expo at the Northern Design Centre on Wednesday 7th October 2026!
A day of buyer insight, producer showcasing and networking for North East food and drink producers. Discover what buyers really want, ask questions and gain practical knowledge in this engaging workshop.
Meet with the Food and Drink North East (FADNE) team as we travel around the North East connecting with food, drink and hospitality businesses. During our drop-in session on Tuesday 20th October at Ad Gefrin in Wooler, businesses will be able to enjoy a short networking morning followed by individual one-to-one, 30-minute sessions with a member of the FADNE team.
Meet with the Food and Drink North East (FADNE) team as we travel around the North East connecting with food, drink and hospitality businesses. During our drop-in session on Tuesday 3rd November at the Amble Development Trust, businesses will be able to enjoy a short networking morning followed by individual one-to-one, 30-minute sessions with a member of the FADNE team.
This practical workshop session brings together some of the North East's most distinctive food, drink and hospitality businesses to explore what great branding looks like in practice - and how to tell your story in a way that connects, convinces and converts.
Comply To Supply: Understanding HACCP is a focused Growth Lab designed to help you get ahead of food safety challenges.