DEFA aims to build on 2016 successes
Local food businesses and producers are invited to take part in what's billed as the Oscars of the industry.
Entries for the Great Taste Awards have opened as the Department of Environment, Food and Agriculture aims to better last year's record-breaking efforts.
The 13 Manx firms that entered gained 28 awards.
Food Business Development Manager Andrew Lees spoke to Chris Cave:
Skating in the (car) park?
The ice rink would operate from 10am to 10pm across the four weeks
New operator seeks to bring Niarbyl Café "back to life"
"We've already had enquiries about weddings"
Enterprise Minister calls for businesses to find Island's next niche sector
Robert Cowell says the Isle of Man needs to innovate to strengthen the economy
Welbeck owner says buyer news 'still comes with a little bit of disbelief'
Michael George says a number of things yet to be finalised
