ChalkStream® Trout
Romsey, Hampshire
From the crystal-clear chalk streams of the River Test to our kitchens here in Hampshire, @ChalkStream Trout brings us beautifully fresh trout with a true sense of place.
Slow-grown for two years in fast-flowing, pure chalk stream water, ChalkStream Trout are farmed using custom-designed, gravel-bottom tanks and raceways – creating exceptionally clean growing conditions and outstanding quality. The result is trout with a unique, clean taste, allowing us to showcase the very best of locally sourced produce on our menus.
Lyburn Old Winchester
Landford, Wiltshire
Our supplier spotlight this month is Lyburn Cheese (@lyburnfarm) – proudly based in the New Forest and known for their award-winning cheeses made from their own herd of pedigree cows.
Behind each wheel are the Smales family, who’ve been farming this land for over 50 years. Using traditional methods and milk straight from their own cows, they create an exceptional range of cheeses.
The River Test Distillery
Longparish, Hampshire
This award-winning gin is a classic London Dry Gin with gently honeyed, floral notes and infused with handpicked meadowsweet flowers.
It is distilled in small batches and crafted using pure chalk-filtered water, which comes from the aquifer that feeds into the river, creating an exceptionally smooth gin.
“Very easy to sip. Delightful.” (Judges’ notes, The Spirits Business Awards 2020)
Serve with premium Indian tonic, a slice of lime and lots of ice.
Smiths’ Butchers
Eastleigh, Hampshire
Les Smith started work as a “Saturday Boy” in his local butchers at 11 years old – 66 years later and he can still be seen working along side his daughter Donna, son Pip, granddaughter Kenna, and grandson Jake, a proper three generation family business!
Smiths’ Butchers now operate a busy retail shop from Market Street, Eastleigh, as well as serving many restaurants, pubs, hotels and clubs, from a “state of the art” butchery facility, also in Eastleigh.
The under lying principles of quality, provenance, together with the highest welfare and hygiene standards, set us apart from many butchers.
Alre Watercress
Bighton, Hampshire
Purveyors of the finest watercress grown in the heart of the county. A family run business with ties in the industry for nearly a century.
Grown in a traditional manner all year round and harvested by hand without the use of any machinery, pesticides or sprays.
Harvest Fine Foods
Totton, Hampshire
Harvest has always been about delivering the best quality foods and products. Constantly on the move, visiting the best growers, buying at the right times and serving up fresh products from field to fork as quickly as they can.
Isle of Wight Tomatoes
Isle of Wight
For over 15 years, this local business has been growing tomatoes in the rich fertile soil of the Arreton Valley, on the glorious Isle of Wight. Combining age-old traditions with modern-day innovation we’re passionate about growing tomatoes that taste the way they should.
New Forest Fruit
Brockenhurst, Hampshire
Nestled in the heart of the New Forest, the business thrives in an exceptional microclimate, allowing them to produce the earliest and finest asparagus in the UK!
The family-owned business is led by three passionate brothers-in-law Sandy Booth, Grzesiek Putyra and Irek Wypasek. The team is dedicated to innovative, sustainable, and environmentally friendly farming.
We’re proud to stock the produce from the New Forest Fruit Company, whose strawberries and asparagus bring vibrant flavour and freshness to our dishes.
New Pasture Traditional Butchers
Fordingbridge, Hampshire
A family of farmers as well as butchers, so they understand meat from field to plate. The cattle they rear graze freely in the New Forest national park, feeding on grass and heather. This gives them unique products, knowledge and experience that can be passed on to our customers.
Oven Door Bakery
Eastleigh, Hampshire
Since 1973, The Oven Door Bakery has proudly served the Fair Oak, Eastleigh, Hampshire community. As your trusted local bakery, we’ve built a reputation for exceptional quality, unwavering reliability, and first-class customer service.
Our success is fueled by a dedicated team of skilled craft bakers who pour their expertise and passion into every delicious creation.
Premier Fish
9 Fish Row, Salisbury
Premier Fish was created in 1995, firstly as a local retailer and now for over 25 years we have been supplying a wide range of fish and seafood to the hospitality sector across the south.
With an extensive range of quality fresh fish, frozen seafood, delicatessen and game products, we truly are your local independent fishmonger.
Test Valley Venison
Winchester, Hampshire
At Ideal Collection, our menus are all about delicious local and sustainable flavours – and that’s why we’re proud to have Test Valley Venison on the menu across our Hampshire & West Sussex venues.
Every stage of production, from field to fork, is overseen by owner Paul Mason. What really sets Test Valley apart is its respect for the whole animal, offering everything from the loin to the shoulders. Even the trimmings are crafted into rich, artisan sausages.
Two&One Olive Oil
Cheriton, Hampshire
The Old Shop in Hampshire is where Two&One began. Friends were invited to suppers that Lola prepared from local ingredients together with her family’s olive oil from Spain.
In the converted village shop, with its old wooden beams and oak floors, a menu of quintessentially English food was shared… with just one difference – Lola’s extra virgin olive oil.
Guests were amazed – how cooking with one special ingredient could enhance traditional dishes they had always known and transform them into a feast!
Baboo Gelato
Rampisham, Dorset
Baboo creates artisanal gelato from scratch. The team creates small batches, using seasonal fruit and local organic milk from the West Country. Every scoop is made with care and zero compromise on quality. No artificial colours, flavourings, or chemical emulsifiers – just pure flavour!
Sam from Baboo said:
“Ice cream is not just any food, it is the food of childhood, happiness and great memories so it should be really, really special. Our mission is to put a big smile on our customers’ faces – Baboo makes everything better!”
Flower Pots Brewery
Cheriton, Hampshire
At Ideal Collection, we are passionate about working with the very best local suppliers, and when it comes to cask ales, The Flower Pots Brewery is a true Hampshire gem.
This award-winning independent brewery has been crafting top-quality beers since the 1850s. Today, brewers Ash, Dave, and Mikki continue that proud tradition, using their expertise to create perfectly balanced, flavourful pints.
Known for their passion and craftsmanship, The Flower Pots Brewery remains a favourite among beer lovers, and we’re proud to pour their brews at our venues.