Dorset Food & Drink is the membership organisation for food and drink businesses based in Dorset which produce, serve, and sell great local products, as well celebrating their connection to this beautiful county. It’s a community interest company limited by guarantee with an asset lock which means it’s truly not-for-profit.

Originally founded by the Dorset Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty (now the Dorset National Landscape) in 2011, Dorset Food & Drink has been an independent Community Interest Company (CIC) since 2017 connecting over 100 local businesses who grow, make, serve, and celebrate the county’s bounty.

What We Do

We work with our member community  to support and help them get their food and drink businesses seen, known and experienced by consumers and residents here in Dorset, and by showcasing the best of local food and drink for people holidaying or visiting the county.

Our members are a supportive food and drink family, and we love bringing them together to network, collaborate, celebrate, and learn from each other.

We also signpost our members towards sources of grants and other support and provide up to date sector intelligence to help these businesses keep compliant and efficient.

From farm shops to food festivals, every bite tells a story of place, innovation  and creativity.

It’s not just about what’s on the plate, but where it comes from and who made it.

Taste Dorset, in every season.

Explore the flavours that flourish here. Meet the makers. Celebrate the landscapes that grow our food.

Visit the Dorset and begin your seasonal journey.