A MONTHLY networking event for foodies has been hailed as a success.

On Tuesday last week, over forty members of Hampshire Fare gathered at Stansted Park Farm Shop for the local food group’s monthly networking event.

There was an opportunity for producers to offer tastings and information about their products to chefs and buyers at the event as well as chat to other producers at the event held near Rowland's Castle.

The monthly Hampshire Fare networking events are an opportunity for people involved in local food

and farming to connect and catch up on developments.

Tracy Nash, commercial manager of Hampshire Fare, said: “This beautiful farm shop is the result of a clear vision, hard work, determination and loyal supporters. The owners’ commitment to local

produce is exemplary and we hope this evening’s producers have provided them with yet more inspiration.”

A hot topic of the evening was the Hampshire Food Festival which takes place 1-31 July across the county.

Go to hampshirefare.co.uk for all the latest festival news, events and competitions.