I've lived in a few areas of Birmingham since I moved here way back 2006. Initially I lorded it up in a nice flat right next to Brindleyplace but, when my post-uni 'champagne lifestyle on a lemonade budget' ways caught up with me, I moved a few miles up the road where the houses were … Continue reading Italian dining at @ The Horseshoe Bar and Restaurant
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Healthy lunch @ Coffee Tales
I've loved the Jewellery Quarter since my days in marketing when I first left university and moved to this wonderful city. There's quite a vibrant food and drink scene now compared to when I worked in The Big Peg many moons ago, and I've recently decided to make more effort to venture over this side … Continue reading Healthy lunch @ Coffee Tales
The Canal House opening party
Last week saw the official launch of The Canal House on Bridge Street, and to celebrate a party was held to mark the occasion. Over recent months the former James Brindley pub has been transformed in to The Canal House; a sizeable city centre bar and restaurant overlooking Gas Street Basin. New World Trading Company … Continue reading The Canal House opening party
American comfort food @ The Smoke Haus
It's no secret I love comfort food. From loaded burgers and footlong hotdogs to gooey mac n cheese; I'm all about the stodge. My waistline doesn't thank me for this love affair, of course, but my stomach is usually quite grateful, and frankly I listen to that more than my skinny jeans anyway. For that … Continue reading American comfort food @ The Smoke Haus
Summer menu tasting @ Cosy Club
July saw the launch of a summer menu at Cosy Club so I went along to sample some of the new dishes available alongside a few cocktails. For those unfamiliar with this bar come restaurant, it's an eclectic mix of plush furnishing, peculiar paintings, and over the top decor. It manages to feel like a vintage boutique-esq … Continue reading Summer menu tasting @ Cosy Club
Steak and cocktails @ Mr White’s English Chophouse
Having meticulously planned a weekend of surprises for my future husband - including a visit from 6 of his good friends from back home - I was feeling kind of smug with myself recently. I was pretty convinced in advance I'd arranged a fairly perfect weekend for Ian, but it managed to get even better … Continue reading Steak and cocktails @ Mr White’s English Chophouse
Cocktail month @ 1565 in Park Regis
Throughout August, 1565 (the bar located in the Park Regis hotel) is running a glorious cocktail promotion. From classics to more daring choices, a different cocktail special is being offered every day for just a fiver. Every day this month a specific cocktail is available for the bargain price of £5 - instead of £8.50 … Continue reading Cocktail month @ 1565 in Park Regis
Getting messy @ Nosh & Quaff
Adjacent to Victoria Square at the far end of Colmore Row, Nosh & Quaff has made quite a name for itself since its opening in 2015. Serving up comfort food with the volume turned up, the independent eatery invites guests to get dirty with their dishes in a stylish setting. Part of the Lasan Group … Continue reading Getting messy @ Nosh & Quaff
Vietnamese street food @ Pho
I've written before about my love affair with Pho - check it out - located in the food court area of Grand Central. Once you get over the fact that there's always a queue (and in winter it's ruddy freezing) it's a great spot for a steaming bowl of noodle soup or one of the other Vietnamese inspired … Continue reading Vietnamese street food @ Pho
Boston Tea Party opens a new cafe in Edgbaston
A new cafe has opened in Edgbaston as part of the popular Boston Tea Party chain; the 20th UK opening for the group. I have a well documented love affair with BTP (read my thoughts here) so I was delighted to be invited to the Edgbaston soft launch to try some food and meet the … Continue reading Boston Tea Party opens a new cafe in Edgbaston
