No wonder they're smiling! Mark Whitehead and Geoff Monkman are winning converts to the Hawkshead Relish cause left, right and centre. Only the best will do for Holker Hall and Muncaster Castle so you'll find the relish range on their gift shop shelves. Hawkshead relishes which include chutneys, sauces and vinegars are also now available in an increasing number of speciality local food shops. "We've got more than 60 wholesale accounts," said partner Mark Whitehead, who only started the business from his Hawkshead Whigs caf in the centre of the village about 18 months ago. To celebrate their successes to date, Mark and sales manager Geoff Monkman organised an open day. The event included the re-launch of the herb vinegar range featuring rosemary, tarragon and thyme; and the unveiling of some lip-smacking new products including Sticky Banoffee Sauce, Lemon & Lime Marmalade, Roast Red Pepper Mustard and Chillililli, a fiery version of my favourite cheese accompaniment. For more information about Hawkshead Relishes call 015394-36614 or visit the website at http://www.hawkshead relishco.com

April 10, 2003 11:00