Flapjackery is celebrating a double win after its Sidmouth and Lyme Regis shops were both awarded Gold in the Specialist Retailer/Deli category at the Taste of the West Awards.
The awards are widely regarded as a benchmark for quality across the South West, recognising leading producers, retailers and hospitality businesses. The latest results place both shops among the region’s top independent food destinations.
The Sidmouth shop, managed by Philippa Ryan, and the Lyme Regis shop, led by Judith Quinn, were both highlighted for their standards, product range and overall customer experience.
An anonymous Taste of the West judge said of the Lyme Regis shop: “They really have got their finger on the pulse here and it would be very difficult for me to make much in the way of comment for the way forward.
“The staff are exceptional, the shop was beautifully clean, bright and welcoming, the products were displayed beautifully with a range for every discerning taste.”
The judges also praised the quality of the products, particularly the flapjacks themselves.
A judge at the Sidmouth shop said: “The flapjacks are very buttery, with a good ratio of topping to flapjack.
“The ingredients taste of very good quality and nothing tastes over processed or over sugared. The portions of everything are very good for the price. Everything was delicious.”
Flapjackery co-founder Carol Myott said: “This is a huge achievement for both teams.
“The Taste of the West Awards are incredibly well respected, so to see two of our shops recognised with Gold is something we are really proud of.
“It reflects the consistency, care and hard work that goes into every shop, every day.”
Flapjackery has built its reputation on gluten-free flapjacks made using traditional methods and a range of flavour combinations. The business operates multiple shops across the South West and beyond, with each location shaped by its team and local community.