The survey said suppliers were chosen primarily for quality and Cornishness

Cornwall Taste of the West's study shows caterers choose suppliers primarily for quality and Cornishness.

The report set out to explore how links between local food producers and catering industry could be developed.

It also highlighted how some catering buyers are confusing the term locally sourced with locally produced.

'Quality and integrity'

Ruth Huxley from Cornwall Taste of the West said the catering trade needs to overcome the confusion by checking thoroughly the origin of produce with suppliers.

She said Cornishness should be indicated in menus using specific terms like Cornish grown.

"Only when this confusion has been overcome will Cornwall's economy reap the maximum benefit," said Ms Huxley.

"The results of the survey are a reflection of the quality and integrity of Cornish produce, as well as how passionately Cornish chefs and restaurant managers believe in it."