A festive market is coming to The Flapper at the end of this month, as part of a campaign to encourage people to ‘shop small’ this Christmas – and beyond. * ad – this post includes a freelance client of mine * The iconic pub and alternative music venue will be the setting for a…
Category: Bars & Pubs
The Pineapple Club celebrates second birthday with a new cocktail menu
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…
Plant-based restaurant and bar Jungle Bird opens
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…
Bonehead reopens for in-house dining after hiatus
Brace yourselves – Bonehead is back open for sit down dining. It wasn’t just good ol’ Jesus HC being resurrected over the Easter bank holiday, let me tell you. This weekend I was lucky enough to be invited to the soft relaunch for everyone’s (bar a few plonkers) favourite fried chicken gaff, having been takeaway-only…
Albert Schloss comes to Birmingham
Just in time for all those Christmas parties (before Boris and his merry band of baboons trash it for us all anyway), the brilliant Albert Schloss has finally hit Brum. Like most people, I’ve been really looking forward to this venue (there’s another in Manchester) opening in Brum. Officially launching 6th December, it’s part of…
Vagabond opens on Colmore Row
We’ve got a new wine bar in town – and it’s a beauty! Say hello to Vagabond. Taking over the former Chilango space on Colmore Row, Vagabond is a gorgeous addition to the business district. Their first non-London location; it’s a stylish space with a mix of tables and chairs or high benches and stools,…
20 of the best happy hours in Birmingham city centre
The working day is over. It’s someone’s birthday. Your hamster is pregnant. Whatever your reason for seeking out a happy hour in Brum there’s plenty of options for you. Like fancy cocktails? I got you. Prefer drinking wine like Keith Floyd? You got it. Want it to include a lamb curry? Well.. that’s oddly specific,…
Best dog-friendly pubs, cafes and restaurants in Birmingham city centre and beyond
Lockdowns have been responsible for many things; most notably bigger jeans, Matt Hancock somehow having more sex than any of us, and lots of people getting puppies. It’s no surprise that I’ve been asked to provide a list of dog-friendly pubs, cafes and restaurants in Birmingham city centre and beyond to enable you to happily…
Stackz Burger Shack to set up home at The Flapper
(ad – freelance client) This month two much-loved independent businesses are joining forces to bring epic burgers and beers to the people of Birmingham. Stackz Burger Shack will permanently take over the kitchen at The Flapper from Friday 10th September, offering the same loaded burgers and fries that have been taking Brum by storm since April, plus…
Where to celebrate National Burger Day in Birmingham
Did you know on Thursday 26th August it’s National Burger Day in the UK? If you’re like me and love any excuse to scoff a burger, you’ll enjoy today’s post on where to grab a great one this week. They’re not in any order but it probably includes all your favourites. Onwards! The Meat Shack…
Zumhof and Bonehead join forces to launch ‘Wings Wednesday’
Digbeth just got a little bit sexier as Zumhof and Bonehead have joined forces to bring you lot a great Wings Wednesday deal. Oh yes! If you like gobbling wings covered in sauce and sipping on cold beers (who doesn’t?!) this one is for you. I know it’s good too because I’ve tried it for…
Pub and music venue ‘The Flapper’ set to reopen in July
(Ad – freelance client) Iconic pub and alternative music venue, The Flapper, is set to reopen its doors in July, having been saved from demolition. Renowned for its canal side location, live music and events, The Flapper was a well-loved Birmingham independent until it closed in January 2020 – seemingly for good. With plans to…
Where to go for bottomless brunch in Birmingham
Within days of the news breaking that Covid restrictions were due to start easing in April I was asked about where to have bottomless brunch in Birmingham. Seems a lot of you are not only keen to get back on it but drink enough to drown the Floozie too. Can’t say I blame you after…
5 of the best places for a date in Jewellery Quarter
Arch 13 One of my favourite spots in the city let alone the JQ, Arch 13 offers a relaxed and intimate space to enjoy handpicked wines from across the world, locally brewed beers and the best cheese and charcuterieboards you’ll find in Brum. From the hospitality to the eclectic playlist twinkling in the background,…