Alongside other industry advocates including chef Raymond Blanc, wellness writer Liz Earle, catering organisation and the Federation of Young Farmers, Brown will “help drive the movement and spread the #LoveBritishFood message far and wide.”
Alexia Robinson, founder of both Love British Food and British Food Fortnight, said: “I first met Candice in September (2017) and was blown away by her enthusiasm for British food and producers, so it was a natural step to invite her to join our campaign. I’m very much looking forward to working with her.”
Brown added: “I am a big supporter of buying British and supporting local producers so Co-op (campaign sponsor) and Love British Food are a natural fit for me. I look forward to working with them this year to spread the #LoveBritishFood message.”
Robinson continued: “Now in its 16th year, British Food Fortnight is a hugely popular and proven catalyst for inspiring people up and down the country. Last year, in excess of 1.5 million British meals were served during the fortnight in schools, universities, hospitals, care homes and corporates.
“Over 3,000 shops, restaurants and pubs took part in addition to thousands of events in villages and towns. These are uncertain times for farmers, and we are going to bring all our experience through Love British Food to make sure there is a robust domestic consumer market for their produce.
“With the Co-op leading the way on the high street and making buying British food accessible for everyone, plus with Candice joining Raymond Blanc, Liz Earle and Deputy President of the National Farmer’s Union, Minette Batters, we are in a strong position to secure a great future for British food and farming.”
British Food Fortnight will this year run from 22 September – 7 October, with more information available via: http://www.lovebritishfood.co.uk.