Why Small Businesses Need Each Other (Especially in Winter)

Winter can be a magical season, but it can also be a tough one — especially for small businesses. Between slower weeks, unpredictable weather, and the rush of holiday events, staying afloat takes more than good food. It takes community.

Here in Newbury and West Berkshire, we’re incredibly lucky.

We’re surrounded by small shops, cafés, makers and independent businesses who work tirelessly behind the scenes, offering character, warmth and personality to our local area.

At Colline’s Kitchen, we believe that small businesses don’t compete — they rise together.

When you choose a local caterer, buy a loaf from a local baker, grab coffee from an independent café or shop at a market stall, you’re not just making a purchase — you’re keeping the community strong.

This season, if you can, show a little love to the small businesses around you.

They need it more than you know — and they give back in ways that truly matter.