The first issue of Leicestershire & Rutland's brand new high-quality food and drink magazine – Great Food Leicestershire & Rutland – was launched at this year's Melton Mowbray Country Fair at the end of June.

Written and produced in Melton Mowbray, the 68-page A4 bi-monthly publication  celebrates the best local food and drink, focusing on producers, outstanding pubs, restaurants, farm shops, delis, brewers and more.

To get your free copy of the first issue email This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it with your name and address, or visit www.greatfoodleics.co.uk and follow the link.

Supporters of the magazine include the the Olive Branch, Brockleby's, Belvoir Fruit Farms, Melton Cheeseboard, Deli & Caffe Italia of Melton, Oakdale Farm Shop, Everards, Hambleton Bakeries, Swithland Spring Water, Mem-saab Indian restaurant in Leicester, Hammer & Pincers of Wymeswold, Great Central Railway and Fine Food Store of Stamford.

Speaking about the new magazine, Ben Jones, MD of Michelin-starred Olive Branch in Clipsham, said: “It was obvious when seeing the concept for Great Food Leicestershire & Rutland that the publishing team is as passionate about our regional food and produce as we are. We are really excited about being involved with and promoting our businesses through this great new publication.”