Bath MP Wera Hobhouse recently hosted local businesses at a special ‘taste of Bath’ event in Westminster, showcasing some of the area’s best food and drink.
Bath MP Wera Hobhouse with representatives from the attending local businesses
The event on 23rd April, titled ‘A Taste of Bath,’ provided an opportunity to highlight the talent and passion behind the city’s culinary offerings and to encourage ongoing support for local businesses.
Nine businesses went to Parliament to showcase their food and drink.
At the event, attendees had the chance to sample a range of goods, including Bath Ales’ celebrated ‘Gem’ amber ale, street food from Chai Walla, and baked goods from Landrace Bakery.
Other local favourites included Bath Soft Cheese Company, Bath Gin Distillery, Bath Water, and Nata & Co. Sally Lunn’s sent a selection of their famous buns to give parliamentarians the authentic Bath experience.
The event also spotlighted Irina Malenko, a Bath resident originally from Ukraine, whose business, MAD for Cakes, offers traditional Ukrainian honey cakes.
After the event, Wera took the vendors on a tour of the Parliamentary Estate, sharing behind-the-scenes stories and little-known facts.
Meanwhile, attendees of the event were overheard calling it “the best parliamentary event they’d been to”.
Wera Hobhouse said: “I want to thank our wonderful Bath businesses for making the journey to Parliament. It is a real privilege to share their incredible work with colleagues. Bath is fortunate to have a thriving local food scene that is second to none.
“From award-winning beers to freshly baked bread, cheeses, and traditional delicacies, the quality of our produce is simply outstanding.
“It has never been more important to support local businesses. By buying local, we not only ensure the survival of our independent shops and producers, but we also contribute to our community and help create a more resilient and sustainable economy.
“The ‘Taste of Bath’ is a perfect example of why it’s so important to shop local and support the fantastic businesses that make our city so special.”
