The series, hosted by Josie Gibson, was produced by Devon-based Rock Oyster Media who are based in Plymouth.

A journey celebrating the best of the area, Taste of the Westcountry is a delicious delve into the land of beautiful coastline, rural retreats, and unique culinary traditions – and a glorious showcase of Devon.

In the new series, Josie has been exploring Gloucestershire, Somerset and Dorset – and the latest episode brings Josie to Devon as she explores the county where national parks and beaches are abound to discover some of the old legends of Dartmoor, visit an organic lamb farm, and join a team of passionate gig-rowers.

She also explores the beautiful Sandridge Barton vineyard and meets chef Mitch Tonks at his Devon fish market.

“It is a real nod to the Westcountry that I am very, very proud to be part of.”

Talking about the show, Josie said “It is a real nod to the Westcountry that I am very, very proud to be part of. I’m proud to say I’m a born and bred west country girl. With its gentle, rolling hills, rugged moors and gorgeous coastline, it’s always been a place close to my heart.

I didn’t realise how much we had on our doorstep, we should be really, really proud of it. I love the Westcountry – I’d like to give a big thank you to all those Westcountry folk that I’ve met along the way.”

Rock Oyster Media is an independent production company, founded in 2019 by producers David Nottage and Charlotte Davis. In addition to Taste of the Westcountry, the production company have also produced Gary Barlow’s Food and Wine Tour and Ainsley Harriot’s Good Mood Food series.

Josie’s Taste Of The Westcountry is available to stream on ITVX and the Devon episode airs on ITV 1 at 11.25am Sunday 17th May.

Photo credit: ITV / Taste of the Westcountry

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