Ad – this post includes a freelance client of mine The best of Birmingham’s bartenders have joined forces to help keep a popular Jewellery Quarter bar open after a health disaster struck its owner. When Amanjot Singh Johal discovered he needed surgery – after a broken ankle left him unable to walk – he feared…
Looking to enjoy some after work drinks but keen to keep to a budget? These happy hour deals are just what you need. We all love a bargain and with the cost of living crisis hitting everyone there’s never been a better time to look out for deals when it comes to enjoying food and…
One of the most popular questions I’m asked is where to go for brunch in Birmingham. Whether you’re just looking for a simple breakfast or you want a fancy fizz-fuelled bottomless brunch, there are plenty of options. Here’s ten of the destinations for those of you looking for a quality brunch in and around Birmingham city…
Would you like a sneak peek of the soon to be open Passing Fancies that’s going to be taking Digbeth by storm this autumn? I thought you might.. I was very lucky to get a preview of this new bar earlier this week before it opens to the public on Friday 9th Sept – and…
ad/client | A brand new pizzeria and bar is set to open in the heart of Edgbaston this autumn. Due to launch in November, Smoke + Ash is a vision quickly becoming reality for owners Paul and Clare Collins who are thrilled to join the ever-growing Edgbaston hospitality scene. Serving up Neapolitan style pizzas, quality wines…
One of my favourite cocktail bars in the city, The Pineapple Club, is turning two this month – and to celebrate owner Sam and the gang are launching a brand new drinks menu on 13th September. *AD – sponsored post* Titled ‘Faces of Our Industry’, this exciting new cocktail selection has been curated by the bar’s…
The second Gorilla Coffee Cafe has opened at Brindleyplace this week. Following on from their successful opening in Kings Heath, the gang behind this popular coffee and brunch spot have moved into the city centre with the their second venue. Taking up the space left by Maribel, the new addition to Brindleyplace is the first…
Staffordshire-based Freedom Brewery is set to host the first ever ‘Freedom Sessions’ stage at this year’s Big Feastival. *AD – this post contains information from a freelance client of mine* Helping to amplify and support local talent, the popular Midlands beer brand is launching the Freedom Session stage, with unsigned acts secured from across the…
Popular mother and daughter-run café bar, Ju Ju’s Café, has launched a new menu inspired by the upcoming Commonwealth Games. AD – this post contains information from a freelance client of mine* Located at Canal Square, owners Julia Pallister and Bea Douzjian have launched their ‘Summer in the Square’ menu to coincide with the biggest…
Exciting news incoming! The highly anticipated Birmingham Restaurant Festival is launching next month – and the line up is belting. * AD – this post contains information from a freelance client of mine* From the same organisers that bring you Birmingham Cocktail Weekend and Birmingham Wine Weekend, this brand new event will run from 22nd August…
A new community-focused market designed to bring neighbours together after the pandemic is launching next month. AD. Please note this post includes a freelance client of mine The first Canal Square Market will be held in June, with further dates in July and September with a Commonwealth theme to boost community involvement in the games,…
I feel I should start this post by saying I’m not a royalist. I found out Liz doesn’t like garlic (true fact; Google it) and it put me right off her. I do, however, like long weekends and seeing people enjoying themselves, so (for the purposes of this here food and drink blog) I’ve pulled…
Sound the new opening klaxon! Jungle Bird has arrived. Found right by the Alex Theatre (ideal for pre show drinks and nibbles) this bar and kitchen is serving up cocktails and tasty vegan bites in a bright, tiki-style space inspired by the tropics. Food wise you’ll find plant-based small plates and snacks (3 for £18…
(ad-client) A much-loved pop-up coffee shop, Pause, is set to get a permanent home this month as the owners unveil plans for a new residence in Kings Heath. Opening in Kings Court (High Street) on Wednesday 25th May, the bricks and mortar coffee shop is ‘a dream come true’ for owners Farah Chaudry and Rory McGhie…