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Category: Pop ups

Brindleyplace street food pop up returns for spring/summer

Posted on March 29, 2022March 30, 2022 by Laura

If you follow me on Instagram you’ll know (as well as a lot of unhelpful nonsense) I’ve posted about the Brindleyplace street food pop up a fair few times now. Taking place every Wednesday and Thursday, it makes a welcome return to the main square for spring and summer, hosting popular traders from across the…

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‘Summer in the Square’ coming to Birmingham city centre

Posted on April 11, 2021April 20, 2021 by Laura

Great news incoming! Victoria Square is set to be transformed for spring and summer to support Birmingham’s leisure and hospitality industry – and give us some much needed joy. Colmore BID has joined forces with Retail BID and Birmingham City Council to bring Summer in the Square to fun starved Brummies. Due to pop up…

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Review | Kodawari at-home delivery kits

Posted on November 15, 2020November 17, 2020 by Laura

When I recently asked the land of social media who to go to for an at-home ramen fix one word kept coming up: Kodawari. I’d heard rumblings of this set up before lockdown 2.0 after successful pop ups at the likes of Caneat in Stirchley, and it was the recommendation of several people (whose opinions…

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Review | Tierra at Cork and Cage, Stirchley

Posted on September 25, 2020September 25, 2020 by Laura

Stirchley has got various gems that make my city centre wanker heart green with envy, but the Tierra x Cork and Cage combo is right up there. There’s no denying Stirchley is thriving – pandemic or not. Even before the heady days of pubs reopening in July (remember that? When things seemed a bit less…

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Stu Deeley to launch Pop Up Chefs Table at Simpsons

Posted on February 26, 2020February 26, 2020 by Laura

The winner of MasterChef: The Professionals 2019 is launching a pop up at Simpsons Birmingham. From March 11 2020, Stu Deeley will return to Birmingham and the restaurant he credits with having had the biggest influence on his career to date. ‘Stu Deeley at Simpsons’ will take place at Simpsons in Edgbaston weekly from Wednesdays…

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Photos | Highlights from Independent Birmingham Festival at Aston Hall

Posted on July 21, 2019July 22, 2019 by Laura

This weekend saw the highly anticipated return of Independent Birmingham’s Festival at Aston Hall. It also saw my husband and I eat like gout isn’t a real possibility in the near future. The setting – a beautiful seventeenth century Jacobean mansion – looked just as gorgeous as last year, playing host to nearly 30 food…

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Bite Your Brum voted Best Food Blog at MFDH Awards 2019

Posted on June 25, 2019August 21, 2019 by Laura

Remember when I told you guys I was up for an award? Well, I only went and ruddy won it! The Midland Food Drink and Hospitality Awards 2019 took place on Monday 24th June and somehow I ended up winning the Best Food & Drink Blogger category. I got a snazzy trophy, a certificate and…

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Photos: Sunday Roast DDC | Digbeth Dining Club, Lower Trinity Street

Posted on November 21, 2018January 28, 2019 by Laura

On Sunday I had the single best hangover of my life thanks to Digbeth Dining Club. As well as the usual Thursday to Saturday openings, last weekend saw the iconic Lower Trinity Street venue open for a one-off event celebrating the humble Sunday roast. Street food and roast dinners combined – the dream was real…

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Photos: Burger Fest | The Bond, Digbeth

Posted on October 8, 2018January 28, 2019 by Laura

If there’s anything guaranteed to get me out of bed on a Saturday it’s the promise of dripping, cheesy, filthy burgers. Lots of them. Thankfully all my dreams came true this weekend when some of the best local (and national, quite frankly) patty slingers came together for Burger Fest in Digbeth. Our church for the…

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Independent Birmingham Festival @ Aston Hall

Posted on July 25, 2018July 30, 2018 by Laura

I can’t remember how many food/drink festivals I’ve been to in the last month, but I can tell you my jeans don’t fit anymore. Last but by no means least for July’s overindulgence was Independent Birmingham Festival, at the charming Aston Hall. As you can see from the photos, this place is just awful. Not…

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Pizza and Prosecco Festival @ Boxxed, Floodgate Street

Posted on June 25, 2018June 25, 2018 by Laura

If there are two things I associate with my good pal and former bridesmaid Nic, it’s booze and pizza. Having known her since freshers week, approximately 2749 years ago, we bonded over our love for rubbish boys, getting legless and eating far too much. A lot has changed since our first encounter in 2003 (we…

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The Clean Kilo zero waste supermarket opens at The Custard Factory, Digbeth

Posted on June 14, 2018June 20, 2018 by Laura

It’s been a while coming, but The Clean Kilo is finally open for business at The Custard Factory in Digbeth. If you follow me on Twitter you may be aware that I’ve been championing this fabulous concept for some time. Opened thanks to a very successful crowdfunding campaign, The Clean Kilo is the city’s first…

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Gin cocktail afternoon tea @ Harvey Nichols, Mailbox

Posted on June 9, 2018February 14, 2019 by Laura

A few weeks ago I visited Harvey Nichols in Mailbox to sample the limited edition Edinburgh Gin afternoon tea, created and crafted in house by head chef Stewart Mackie. Offered throughout June and July, this high end afternoon tea has been designed to showcase the liqueurs available from Edinburgh Gin as well as give guests…

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Spring Market Cheese Festival @ The Bond, Digbeth

Posted on April 24, 2018April 24, 2018 by Laura

I’m not sure if I’ve mentioned it before but I like cheese. I like cheese in all its glorious forms: melted, baked, sliced, diced. Whatever, if it involves fromage I want a slice. With that in mind, it was a given I’d end up at the Spring Market Cheese Festival at The Bond this weekend,…

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Remember when bar snacks just used to be crisps an Remember when bar snacks just used to be crisps and nuts? I’m perpetually obsessed with padron peppers as a savoury snack. They have to have plenty of salt on them and a good char on the skin, but they’re always my go to if I see them available. What’s your go to and where? 👀
That’s a wrap on January. A month of birthdays, That’s a wrap on January. A month of birthdays, gigs, reunions, carbs on carbs and just enough booze to keep you sane. Let’s go, February 🙌🏼
If you do anything tonight let it be eating an @ar If you do anything tonight let it be eating an @arch13bar pickle plate - because let me tell you now that’s the best £3 you can spend when it comes to bar snacks. Never had a pickled tomato? Ohhh you need to. I dedicate this post to my friend and fellow pickle-obsessive @sapreena27 (happy birthday you pocket rocket) and wish you all gorgeous weekends ❤️
I come bearing good news for your mouths! Today I I come bearing good news for your mouths! Today I discovered you can get 50% off the entire @nottybites food menu on Mondays and Tuesday this month. 

That means you can get 3 small plates for just £7.50 (ridiculous value) instead of £15 and curry bowls for £6 instead of £12. If you like plant-based street food you should really get on this deal because you can get a lot of food for not a lot of money. 

Here you can see the samosa chaat and spring rolls that cost me about a fiver with the deal. You’ll find these guys at @queensarmsb3 in JQ 6 days a week - half price offer just Mon/Tue until end of January. 

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You may have seen this chippy tea from @thecodssca You may have seen this chippy tea from @thecodsscallops on stories over the weekend. 

Got a bit of flack in my DMs for letting the gravy touch the haddock (swipe) but I gave up arguing about that combo years ago. Special shoutout to the one person I managed to trigger simply by putting scraps on top of my mushy peas.. hope you’ve recovered 😉 

Feel free to share your sauce combos in the comments below anyway - always enjoy a debate on a Monday night👇🏼 

Anyway! Mega busy week for me so expect less grid posts and more on stories for a bit. Over and out x
Happy Sunday, let’s tackle life’s burning ques Happy Sunday, let’s tackle life’s burning questions…

What’s your favourite cocktail? 

I like mine exactly the opposite of how I like men: short and strong 😆 My go to is always a negroni (enjoyed this beauty over at @laghisedgbaston this weekend) with nothing sbagliato about it. Also love a (really very) dirty martini. 

My worst nightmare is a pornstar martini or a sex on the beach - anything that’s mainly fruit juice can get in the bin. 

What about you lot? Feel free to tag any bars if you have a specific drink in mind to spread the love🍸
ad/ There’s a new Greek street food trader on th ad/ There’s a new Greek street food trader on the block and I’ve teamed up with @deliveroo to show you what you can expect. Say hello to @takatakabirmingham that’s popped up in Brum for delivery across our brilliant city. Expect tasty gyros, souvlaki, meaty mezzes, traditional dips and Greek salad. If you’re veggie you’ll find falafel and halloumi to sink your teeth into, with pita wraps or loaded fries. 
Fancy a bit? Deliveroo is currently offering you 30% off - perfect for a midweek takeaway that doesn’t break the bank. Swipe through to see what it’s all about. Note: Taka Taka is currently only available for delivery. 

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Siri: Remind me to buy a chandelier… (Anyone els Siri: Remind me to buy a chandelier…
(Anyone else finding January never ending? 🙃)
Popped to @waylandsyard this week for a co-working Popped to @waylandsyard this week for a co-working session and realised they’d changed the menu up since I last visited. There’s now a section just for mac n cheese, with meaty, veggie and vegan options available. This is the one with garlic mushrooms - massive portion for a tenner and super cheesy. The usual breakfast and brunch dishes are all still available but it’s nice to see some more lunchtime-friendly options again 👍🏼
Let’s talk about Let’s Go in China Town. I’v Let’s talk about Let’s Go in China Town. I’ve walked past this new(ish) mini-market by Arcadian a few times now but today I finally popped in and look what I found upstairs.. a sneaky little ramen bar, no less. 

Say hello to @sankara.men. I went for the chicken ramen which comes with either an iced tea or warm green tea for £10. What a bargain for a relaxed lunch out of the hustle and bustle of town! Small menu for now but apparently this is due to increase in coming weeks. 

The shop itself has absolutely loads of goodies (particularly good if you like condiments, instant noodles and snacks) and the people working in both the ramen bar and the shop couldn’t be nicer. 

A proper hidden gem, this one - will definitely be back. There’s also a Vietnamese pop up in the same shop, if that’s more your bag ✌🏼

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How many of you are doing veganuary this year? I How many of you are doing veganuary this year? 

I started eating more plant-based meals in 2022 but I want to try more this year. 

If I’m dining out I tend to pick the likes of @land_restaurant, @bahaveganuk, @thevegankitchen.co.uk @junglebirdbrum (pictured), @chungyinggroup or @thewarehousecafe for plant-based but I’m always open to suggestions. 

Let me know in the comments anywhere you think I should try that’s vegan or at least does great meat-free options.

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Lunchtimes in Edgbaston have got a bit sexier than Lunchtimes in Edgbaston have got a bit sexier thanks to the Italian panuozzo sandwiches from @smokeandashpizzeria. It’s basically a pizza sandwich (you can have it hot or cold) and best believe they’re really rather lovely. You’ll find meaty and veggie options - pic one is the buffalo mozzarella, tomato and basil and pic two is bresaola, Gorgonzola and sun-dried tomato. You can have a whole sandwich for £6.50 or half with a salad and a soft drink for about £6.50 on takeaway or £8 dine in. A bargain really for how filling and satisfying it is. Available Wed-Fri lunchtimes for dine in or takeaway 👍🏼 If you’ve not been here yet, it’s a really lovely new venue with too notch pizzas and cocktails. Doggo friendly too! Bon weekend x

*I’ve worked with S+A previously but paid for my meal and drinks in full*
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▪️WIN £50 THE COD’S SCALLOPS VOUCHERS▪️

To celebrate @thecodsscallops Harborne being back open we’ve teamed up for a New Year giveaway. 

TWO winners will each bag a £50 voucher to use at the Harborne venue on food and drink.

You’ll be able to choose from their traditional fish and chips, seafood selection and tipples when dining in. 

For a chance to WIN:
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This competition is not sponsored by anyone. It is not run, endorsed or affiliated with Instagram or Facebook. 

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Hello! Happy new year and all that vajazzle. Sho Hello! Happy new year and all that vajazzle. 

Shocking: I’m really quite hungover. I know, right? Who would’ve thought it! Don’t regret anything though because last night I met a puppy dressed up as Taylor Swift and, frankly, you can’t put a price on that. 

Anyway! Let’s be real.. I don’t subscribe to the “new year, new me” bollocks, but I do want to say it’s nice to have you here and I hope this year is a great one for you. 

I’ve got some big things planned for both BYB and @bitecomms in 2023 so keep an eye out. Expect more co working days, more drunken meet ups and more nonsense. 

In utterly unsurprising news, I’m going to the pub in a bit so big love and don’t do anything I wouldn’t… which leaves you with a fairly expansive garbage pile to roll around in. 

Snogs x
Thank you and goodnight to December and 2022. A mo Thank you and goodnight to December and 2022. A month of festive parties, meet ups, co working in the clouds, birthdays, theatre trips and spending time with some of the best people I know. 

(Cover image is the ham, egg and chips from @shakespearesummerrow)
Grub’s up at @northtaproomsnowhill via the folk Grub’s up at @northtaproomsnowhill via the folk from @littlebaoboy. I really, really like this bar. The beer is great, the people are lovely, the location is handy and the food is fab for mid pint snacking. Pictured here (swipe through) you’ve got the chicken gyoza, pork bao and fried oyster mushrooms. Not pictured: the garlic salt fries I inhaled while absolutely sozzled. Would recommend a visit - it’s the former Bar Opus site, dog friendly, non beer drinks also available. No idea what day it is but hope you’re all having a wonderful time 🖤

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Yesterday was the first time I’ve ever had Chris Yesterday was the first time I’ve ever had Christmas dinner out and we couldn’t have had a better afternoon at @thechurchjq_ in JQ. 

Great value (five courses plus a few drinks for £65), lovely food and the front of house gang couldn’t have tried harder. I also don’t remember going to bed after the table cocktails, so fair play 😂👍🏼 

Only got a few drunken photos which don’t really do it all justice but posting them for the mems. Hope you’re all suitably fat, farty and hungover ✌🏼
Are you ready for Christmas? It’s sort of passin Are you ready for Christmas? It’s sort of passing me by this time (some years I just really don’t get into it at all, anyone else?) but I do love the grub. Don’t know about you but the festive food binge has already started at Chez Laura. I’m all tired and snotty so couldn’t be bothered to venture out for my usual Anderson & Hill sex sandwich, but I think my homemade attempt is pretty serviceable, to be honest. Bit heavy handed on the pickles, like, but that’s probably the healthiest crunchy thing passing my lips for the next week anyway. Gout is the new black and all that. Happy Christmas Eve Eve to you all - don’t forget to pick up some indigestion tablets ahead of the weekend 🤘🏼🖤
Cheeky little snap of the raclette set up from las Cheeky little snap of the raclette set up from last night at @arch13bar. Out of shot is the fancy heater we used to turn that cheese into melty goodness. Happy days. 

Shout out to @abigailsiann and her band of legends for working super hard during a very busy evening at the bar. Always in awe of how hard everyone in hospitality works over the Christmas period anyway but this lot didn’t miss a beat and never stopped. 

You don’t need to be told to be nice to everyone in the bars and restaurants you’re enjoying this week but maybe say an extra thank you (and tip) here and there ✌🏼🖤
⚠️⚠️⚠️ This is your sign to get your g ⚠️⚠️⚠️ This is your sign to get your gob around a @sohotavern meat fest. Happy Tuesday.
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The Lamp Tavern is a fucking gem of a pub. God bless Digbeth.

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I'm in love with the Lamp Tavern in Digbeth, they have condoms...

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This Travelodge we’re staying at in Nottingham is quite grim but the £2.75 pints it sells are anything but 👌🏼🤣

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Felt calmly like I’m on the verge of a panic attack all week. Like, I feel weird but oddly relaxed about it. So that’s fun. Love that for me.

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