Latest from the CPA
South West MEP Graham Watson Takes Cornish Pasties to European Parliament
Graham Watson, Liberal Democrat Member of the European Parliament for South West of England, has taken genuine Cornish pasties to his colleagues in the European Parliament in Brussels. It is a great show of support for the Cornish Pasty Association (CPA) which is currently waiting for the European Commission to grant final approval for the PGI status for the Cornish delicacy.
CPA to Exhibit at West Expo
The Cornish Pasty Association will be exhibiting at the West Expo in Cornwall (2nd – 4th March). This trade exhibition is aimed at regional hotel, catering, hospitality and food suppliers. The Association will explain to visitors the importance of protecting the authentic ‘Cornish Pasty’ and will invite other pasty producers or sellers to become members of the CPA. Visit us on stand A8 and sample some of the best genuine Cornish pasties!
Pasty Bakers Gear Up for Busy Summer
Members of the Cornish Pasty Association (CPA) are predicting a remarkable summer season as the credit crunch is likely to make more British people holiday at home. This view from travel commentators is backed by the latest figures from the Office of National Statistics which showed a 10.5% decline in overseas travel in October. The South West is likely to be one of the most popular choices for tourists.
Cornish Pasty Association Reaches 50th Member
The Cornish Pasty Association (CPA) has reached its 50th member with the addition of two traditional Cornish bakeries. Nile’s Bakery from St Austell and Purdys Bakery from Liskeard now join the other 48 members following a successful year for the Association to protect the quality and reputation of the Cornish pasty.
DEFRA Backs Cornish Pasty PGI Application
The Cornish Pasty Association (CPA) is a step closer to attaining PGI status for Cornish pasties after DEFRA confirmed that it is backing its application and will be sending it to the European Commission for final approval.
Cornish Pasty Fans Sign Up to Facebook Group
Fans of the traditional Cornish pasty are being encouraged to join the Cornish Pasty Association’s (CPA) Facebook group in a bid to protect the product’s original recipe.
Cornish Pasty Association Appeals for Support
The Cornish Pasty Association (CPA) is appealing the Cornish people to support its bid to achieve a protected geographical indicator for the ‘Cornish Pasty’ and has launched a website (www.cornishpastyassociation.co.uk) where people can pledge support. The Association is also looking for more pasty bakers to become a member and join the group.
Please call 01872 865101
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The Cornish Pasty Association
c/o Cornwall Food & Drink
Tregurra Park, Newquay Road,
Truro, Cornwall TR1 1RH
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