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I'm Laura, a 30-something Brummie foodie with a big appetite. A lover of all things edible, Bite Your Brum includes reviews of Birmingham restaurants, cafes, diners, pop-ups, bars, and everything in between. Want to work with me, let me know your suggestions, or send me cheese? Email me.

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SUSTAINABLE / How gorgeous is @theborrowshop up in SUSTAINABLE / How gorgeous is @theborrowshop up in JQ? Such a great idea - rather than buying household items you rarely use you can just lend them for a few quid a day. Great if, like me, you’ve just moved house or need to do some one-off jobs. It’s all about the eco friendly vibes here. There’s sustainable homeware to buy, a little ‘take a book/leave a book’ library, gifts and artwork PLUS you can get lovely coffee and sweet treats (like these vegan cookies from @bostinbakery) to take away or enjoy at the little bar inside. Loving your work, Sophie. You can find this right by Otto Pizza, just take the side road off to the right 👍🏼 Love stuff like this - if you lot know of more like it please let me know. There’s a reel up with more info too.
SPREAD / Hands up who loves a sharing platter? Thi SPREAD / Hands up who loves a sharing platter? This beauty is crafted by the talented and lovely folk at @arch13bar - I enjoyed this during the freak heatwave recently with my mum. It was a joy to take her to one of my favourite venues and see her love it as much as I do. This is the 7 piece mixed board (I asked for 4 cheeses and 3 meats) with added olives and marinated veggies and it more than comfortably fed us both. We paired it with a delicious bottle of Shiraz from the shop inside. Don’t forget you can get 10% off food here with your @independentbirmingham app ✌🏼
PASTA / Had the most wonderful evening in Harborne PASTA / Had the most wonderful evening in Harborne over our anniversary, ending with a late dinner at the (really rather wonderful) @tropea_harborne. Due to the 9pm sitting and the sexy mood lighting my photos aren’t all that, but I couldn’t not post a few highlights from this special place. From the food to the service it was all absolutely faultless. Pictured here you’ve got the Cappellacci with butternut squash and sage butter (we both loved this), red prawns in garlic and chilli, octopus, Burrata with roasted peppers, and my husband getting intimate with a crustacean. Such a lovely neighbourhood restaurant with a great front of house team - will 100% be back for more. (Mainly to try the cafe menu during the day because those sandwiches have got my name written all over them👌🏼)
SOUP / Usually I couldn’t give a toss about soup SOUP / Usually I couldn’t give a toss about soup but when I saw what the mega @morridgeoatsandcoffee had on their specials this month I knew I’d be converted. This is the mushroom and celeriac soup with truffle oil, and it is ridiculously delicious. Comes with a side of fresh bread and is most lovely to enjoy as we approach autumn. Sit downstairs in the window and enjoy some quality people watching. You can find this place within @gwabirmingham and the gang also offer salads, cookies and coffee over lunchtime - the OG porridge and overnight oats are all still there too. Big love to Naomi and James who have overcome a lot in the past 18 months to keep this dream alive; I for one am very thankful.
LULU / Have you checked out the newly opened @lulu LULU / Have you checked out the newly opened @luluwilduk at @brindleyplace yet? I popped in for a nose (and a cocktail) on opening week and it’s a really lovely use of the old Carluccio's space. Split over two floors (plus a covered outdoor dining terrace) it’s all very plush, with both space for those eating and those just looking for a boozy good time. The cocktail menu is vast and offers something for most tastes, but you’ll also find fizz, beer, wine etc. Swipe through for some ground floor interior snaps, but obvs pride of place is going to this margarita (£9) because I just ruddy love them. Open daily; modern Chinese offering re food that I’ll be back to try soon 💚
TACO TIME / Finally visited @alamexicana.birmingha TACO TIME / Finally visited @alamexicana.birmingham in Bearwood and it’s cracking. Probably should’ve gone a year or so ago (when a chef I know, who happened to live in my building at the time, told me about it) but we live and learn 🤦🏻‍♀️ Everything is freshly made (even the guacamole is made to order) flavours are bright and zingy (the prawn tacos are divine) and the people behind it couldn’t be nicer - definitely recommend it if you’re looking for legit Mexican food. Special shout out to the retro plastic covered tablecloths I’m quietly a bit obsessed with. Open Tuesday to Saturday 11am to 8pm if you fancy paying a visit ❤️
NOODS / Had a lovely time at @harbornevillage fete NOODS / Had a lovely time at @harbornevillage fete last weekend, mainly because I got to scoff chicken pad Thai from @sabaisabai_restaurant washed down with beers from @atticbrewco. Have loved all these street parties and markets over the last few months - hopefully we’ll see more of these types of events during the autumn/winter months too.
🔺WIN A BOPS BOTTOMLESS🔺 ** GIVEAWAY CLOSED. 🔺WIN A BOPS BOTTOMLESS🔺 ** GIVEAWAY CLOSED. WINNER IS @egglestonmathew ** This month I’ve teamed up with the mega @bopkebabs to bring all of you posh kebab fans a great bottomless giveaway. PRIZE: Winner will receive two tickets to a ‘Bopottomless’ event (held on Friday nights) at The Old Crown, Digbeth. Your tickets will include 90 mins of cocktails, beer and fizz, plus your choice of kebab, bowl, mezze or grilled dish each. ENTER: 🔺 FOLLOW @biteyourbrum and @bopkebabs 🔺 LIKE this post 🔺 TAG a food lover you’d share the prize with. More tags = more chances to win (Optional: sharing the post allows more people you know to enter and more opportunity for someone you know to win) T&C: Giveaway closes 9pm Wed 22nd Sept. One winner will be chosen at random and notified from this account. Winner will be tagged on the post after story announcement. Multiple entries are allowed but use separate comments for each. You must be following both accounts - if you’re picked but don’t follow both you’ll be disqualified and a new winner chosen at random. Prize is provided directly by the trader. Available 5-9pm on Fridays. Not run, endorsed or affiliated with Instagram/Facebook. Over 18s only. (Please note: only this account will announce the winner. Unless you hear it from me personally you’ve not won. Beware of scammers).
HIVE / We love a hidden gem on this page and I’v HIVE / We love a hidden gem on this page and I’ve got a smashing one for you today. Located in JQ, @hivebham is part of a community hub and offers organic, ethically sourced breakfasts and lunches at decent prices. The menu includes delicious treats like these smoked cheddar and sweetcorn fritters served with salad (grown at the cafe) and pico de gallo. Great value at around £7. Previously voted the UK's most 'ethical' café, much of the fresh produce used in the dishes is grown by students from Ardent College next door on the roof garden (food waste is also turned into compost for it) and they operate a zero plastic policy. The organic only café is within a gorgeous grade II listed building that also houses craft workshops, local exhibitions and event space. To me, these are the types of local places we should be supporting and shouting about as we say goodbye to the pandemic. The lunch menu isn’t huge but it’s wholesome and well priced made by people who really do care what’s in the food they sell. They also make and sell all their own bread, pastries etc. A proper Brum gem - best of luck to Dom and co. Swipe through for pictures of some of the exhibition spaces etc. Heads up there’s a new menu coming in the next week so if you want to try these fritters I’d get over there pronto 👋🏼
ROAST / Need some Sunday lunch inspiration today? ROAST / Need some Sunday lunch inspiration today? How about this food mountain? Ace scenes at @theclifden a few Sundays ago. Smashing roast dinners and a really lovely atmosphere with soul music and lots of craft beer. Great value for money (portions are massive; that lamb could feed two) and a lovely team behind the bar ❤️
LOBSTER / Quick throwback Thursday coming at ya in LOBSTER / Quick throwback Thursday coming at ya in the shape of the ace lobster roll from @grandhotelbirmingham. Isn’t she a beauty? 😍 Had this a month ago and I still think about it, tbh. You can grab one of these (goes well with a glass of chilled champagne, take it from me) in the hotel’s main bar, Madeleine. Speaking of The Grand Hotel, I’m at the launch party tonight - keep an eye on my stories for some fancy pants activity and my tragic attempt to dress like a grown up 👋🏼
JERK / Sunshine on a plate to match the weather th JERK / Sunshine on a plate to match the weather this week! Little flyby to @hockleysocialclub last weekend - it’s looking pretty fabulous inside now since it opened during the apocalypse. I’ve not been since it was outside only, but the inside space is really quite something, with various of seating areas and different bars. There’s even a record shop. Some awesome local street food residences (plus some special guests) available and lots of tasty beers on tap. We enjoyed a feast from @wmjcfood including some of the best jerk I’ve had in Brum, plus the prawn toast special from @saibuddhabelly that’s well worth trying if you see it on the menu again. A great venue across the weekend but Sundays are chilled with a nice buzz with plenty of soul music. They’re doing lots behind the scenes here all the time to make it bigger and better - definitely worth a visit. It’s always dog friendly (see link in my bio for more of this) and kids are welcome until 9.
DOGS / Lockdowns were responsible for many things DOGS / Lockdowns were responsible for many things - most notably bigger jeans, Matt Hancock somehow having more sex than any of us, and lots of people getting dogs. It’s no surprise that I’ve been asked to provide a list of pup-friendly pubs, cafes and restaurants in Birmingham city centre and beyond to enable you to happily enjoy your lives with your fur children. It’s now live on Bite Your Brum. Link is in my bio. There’s a growing list I’m adding to (think I was on about 80 last time I counted) but I’d love to know more if I’ve missed any good ones you can think of. Drop a comment below to be added and obvs tag anyone you think might find this useful 🐶 (Brunch bap pictured is from @waylandsyard)
TACO / These are lamb tacos. I had them from @tier TACO / These are lamb tacos. I had them from @tierratacos delivered by a man that looked like a bird. I ate them in my pyjamas while watching a documentary about mushrooms. That was a nice evening. Have a lovely Sunday!
QUESADILLA / Suffering with a bank holiday hangove QUESADILLA / Suffering with a bank holiday hangover last week was made a lot less awful thanks to the quesadilla sharing platter from @oso.streetfood. You get 3 different fillings (we loved the beef) and 3 of each, so it’s a right sexy box of carby joy for £20. Based in the ever-expanding @zumhofbiergarten food hub, you can get hold of their grub Thursday to Sunday. They also offer tacos, chips and dips and lots of lovely salsas. Not tried these guys until now but will be back for more - probably on their Taco Tuesday night where you can grab them for just £1 a pop👌🏼 If you’ve not been to Zumhof recently, there’s loads more food available through the week now. Upstairs you’ll find @boneheadbham and @meatmeetsbun among others inc resident pizza monsters @rudyspizzabirmingham. Great spot for booze and street food.
(Ad-freelance client) Big news from @stackzbirming (Ad-freelance client) Big news from @stackzbirmingham today! The burgers will have a new permanent home at @theflapper from next Friday 🎉 The collaboration means the recently re-opened pub will be able to provide hungry punters with street food including burgers, loaded fries, and fried chicken. All the top sellers loved by fans of the burger joint will remain, plus a host of exciting new additions (created especially for its new home) are being added. Waheyyyy! Owner Shane is so buzzing about it he’s given me a discount code you lot can use over opening weekend (10-12th September) to celebrate the good news. Use ‘BYB20’ when using the ordering app and you’ll bag 20% off EVERYTHING on the menu - the discount is only valid that weekend so get in quick (and maybe save this post so you don’t lose the code😬) Good luck to Shane from Stackz and Sam from The Flapper who make an absolute dream team. Beers and burgs for everyone, good luck on the new adventure. All the details can be found via the link in my bio. (📸: Stackz Burger Shack)
(Ad) MARKET / Can’t wait to carry on feasting on (Ad) MARKET / Can’t wait to carry on feasting on this delicious array of goodies from @haycharcuterie. That chorizo is destined for a Spanish-style stew 👌🏼 Lucky for you lot, they’ll be one of the numerous regional traders attending the second @edgbastonvillage Artisan Market this Saturday. With even more traders than at the last market (earlier this summer) visitors will find plenty of food, craft and art stalls chockablock with handmade goodies and locally sourced produce. Food traders this time including @myrtles_kitchen, @taartiebakery and @croomecuisine among many more. Fancy coming along? The market is on Saturday 4th September along Greenfield Crescent and runs from 10-3. It’s free to attend, accessible to all and is both family and dog-friendly. Happy days. As it’s right in the heart of Edgbaston Village there’s also lots of lovely pubs, restaurants and home stores to enjoy, if you want to make a day of it. See you there? 🙂 #EdgbastonVillage #ArtisanMarket
MUSHROOMS / ‘Wings’ but made of mushrooms not MUSHROOMS / ‘Wings’ but made of mushrooms not chickens - yay or nay? They’re not for everyone but I’m weirdly obsessed with them. Last week I tried new plant based restaurant @thevegankitchen.co.uk in @gwabirmingham, grabbing a buffalo sauce covered wing box to munch on my way to a gig. These are decent; crispy and crunchy, with just enough sauce for kick but without drowning the fries below or making the batter soggy. A nice grab and go option for about £7 from a relaxed venue that just wants to encourage people to try plant based grub. Mostly junk food (don’t come expecting healthy salads; it’s burgers, dogs, mac n cheese etc) but a nice addition to my favourite arcade 👍🏼
STEAK / Summer in the Square finishes today but I STEAK / Summer in the Square finishes today but I managed to get this beauty from @gauchobirmingham before I went to Manchester. I don’t know how it was only £7 but it was smashing. Get yours today before it’s too late (closes 6pm) and all that jazz - you’ll also find @purecraftbarandkitchen and @followroastietoastie plus live music 👍🏼
HAPPY BANK HOLIDAY, HERE’S A MASSIVE SANDWICH 👍🏼
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Had a great evening at the free Community Pride event with music, street food, performers and the candlelit vigil. Really well organised and great to see so many people enjoying themselves.

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Is Slim Chickens called Slim Chickens because you get fuck all food for your money? Tragic.

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It’s Pride weekend! Couldn’t be more excited to spend the whole weekend with ace people, loving life. Looks like the @BirminghamPride gang has gone all out to make this one mega and I for one am buzzing about it.

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‘People can be quick to tell those without children that they are selfish, but I feel that we are often just self-aware and know whether we can fulfil the role of parent fully – and/or have the financial means and support around us.’

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