Spring Fair Celebrates 75th Anniversary
Returning to the NEC Birmingham from 2nd–5th February 2025 and offering a packed programme of free educational content, workshops, and networking opportunities, Spring Fair will be launching… Read more »
Full Night Time Economy Programme revealed
The Night Time Industries Association (NTIA) is proud to announce the full lineup of panellists and speakers for the Night Time Economy Summit 2025, set to take… Read more »
LA BELLEZZA AND MEDICINE BAKERY COUPLE UP FOR VALENTINE’S DESSERT
La Grande Bellezza Cronut is Medicine’s fluffy cronut (as if a croissant and doughnut fell in love), filled with tangy lemon curd, sitting under a cloud of… Read more »
Cylla Restaurant Brings Fine Dining Greek Cuisine to Birmingham
Birmingham’s culinary landscape is set to be transformed with the arrival of Cylla, an innovative fine dining destination that seamlessly blends authentic Greek cuisine with contemporary gastronomy…. Read more »
Lucarelli West Bromwich crowned number 1 restaurant in the UK by The Fork
Lucarelli West Bromwich is proud to announce its prestigious recognition as the Number 1 restaurant in the UK on The Fork’s Top 100 Most-Loved Restaurants List for… Read more »
Birmingham Takes on Manchester: A Battle for Prime Office Supremacy
Photo by Paul Cuoco on Unsplash Birmingham is no longer content to play second fiddle. In the race for prime office rents, the city has made impressive… Read more »
Birmingham Rep’s Chair of the Board Andy Street CBE knighted in 2025’s New Year Honours list
Birmingham Rep is delighted to share the news that its newly appointed Chair of the Board, Andy Street CBE has been awarded a Knighthood in the New… Read more »
Leading Engineering Firm Ramps Up Its Fundraising Efforts This Christmas
Birmingham-based engineering firm, adi Group, has increased its already extensive fundraising efforts to support a number of charities this Christmas. The multidisciplinary business is well known for… Read more »
171 million boost to repair roads in the West Midlands as public urged to report roads in need of repair
With the drive home for Christmas about to begin, thousands of people in the West Midlands will benefit from safer roads thanks to a record £171 million… Read more »
Six by Nico partners with NQ64 for the ultimate nostalgic night out
This festive season, Six by Nico, known for its ever-evolving six-course tasting menus, is collaborating with NQ64, the retro arcade bar, to bring guests an unforgettable nostalgic… Read more »
The Lord Clifden Pub Reopens Its Doors After Lovingly Restoring a Birmingham Gem
Birmingham’s Jewellery Quarter, December 2024 – After months of restoration and care, the iconic Lord Clifden pub in Birmingham’s vibrant Jewellery Quarter is reopening its doors to the… Read more »
Household names and leading outdoor enthusiasts announced for Caravan, Camping & Motorhome Show speaker line-up
The Caravan, Camping & Motorhome Show is set to return to the National Exhibition Centre, Birmingham from Tuesday 18 – Sunday 23 February 2025, spanning almost 20… Read more »
PARTY LIKE IT’S VEGAS THIS NEW YEARS EVE AT F1 ARCADE BIRMINGHAM
Celebrate New Year’s Eve with the Ultimate Day Party at F1® Arcade Birmingham This New Year’s Eve, F1® Arcade Birmingham invites guests to a Vegas-inspired day party bringing the… Read more »
CLAYS NOW OPEN IN THE HEART OF BIRMINGHAM
Clays has officially opened its doors in Birmingham’s historic Piccadilly Arcade, marking its much-anticipated arrival in the city. Combining state-of-the-art virtual shooting technology with exceptional hospitality, Clays… Read more »
Area’s best-kept secret is out as new Speakeasy Bar opens its doors
The secret’s out as the doors open to a unique new hospitality experience that’s about to take Leamington by storm. Hush is a vibrant and welcoming speakeasy-inspired underground… Read more »
Conference Aston redefines Christmas dining with eco-friendly, low-carbon emission menu
This holiday season, enjoy a festive meal that is as environmentally conscious as it is delicious at Conference Aston, Birmingham’s leading events and conference venue. One of… Read more »
Central School of Makeup Honoured with Esteemed ‘Contribution to Education’ Award at Birmingham Awards 2024
The Central School of Makeup, a renowned training ground for aspiring makeup artists, is thrilled to announce its recognition at the Birmingham Awards 2024, where it received… Read more »
Major new venue and club to open on historic site in UK’s brewing capital
A landmark heritage building in the centre of Burton-on-Trent is to reopen as a large multigenre live venue and club following a £100,000 renovation, sparking hopes for… Read more »
Comment on new spiking law from NTE Ambassador, pub landlord and Safer Dance lead / image of Jess Phillips in Nortons Digbeth
Following the announcement by Prime Minister KIer Starmer that the Government will make spiking a specific criminal offence, supported by Minister for Domestic Violence and Safeguarding Jess Phillips… Read more »
Maneki Ramen launches crowdfunding campaign with once-in-a-lifetime rewards
New Crowdfunding campaign for Maneki Ramen will give foodies the chance to secure a once-in-a-lifetime dinner at Guy Ritchie’s Wild Kitchen, or a wedding feast for 100… Read more »
Boojum first look
Mexican restaurant brand, Boojum, has revealed a first look inside its colourful new Birmingham venue ahead of its grand opening tomorrow (21st November) which will see a… Read more »
Music’s contribution to UK economy must be celebrated, but more work is required to ensure Midlands is not left behind
Following the announcement that music has contributed a record £7.6 billion to the UK economy, Lyle Bignon, music consultant and NTE Ambassador for Birmingham working on behalf of… Read more »
Nylah’s Naturals Named 2024 Birmingham Awards ‘Small Business of the Year’
Nylah’s Naturals, the award-winning haircare brand celebrated for its innovative and science-backed solutions for textured and Afro hair, has added another accolade to its growing list of… Read more »
BOOKINGS FOR LA BELLEZZA ARE OPEN!
The squadra’s dropped anchor, and we’re almost ready to pull back the curtain on our first restaurant in the UK’s second city… La Bellezza! Nestled in the… Read more »
Tropea, reveals new interior allowing for 25 more covers
Tropea, a Harborne based Italian restaurant, recently extended into the next door premises to add 25 more covers and double the kitchen size. Thanks to the extension,… Read more »
Mexican restaurant brand, Boojum, is celebrating its arrival in Birmingham
Mexican restaurant brand, Boojum, is celebrating its arrival in Birmingham with a huge 300 burrito giveaway when the store opens its doors to the public next Thursday,… Read more »
F1 ARCADE WINS BAR OF THE YEAR AT THE BIRMINGHAM AWARDS
F1®️ Arcade’s Birmingham venue took home the prize at the 9th annual Birmingham Awards for The Octane Bar, which boasts a full size Formula 1 car suspended from the ceiling… Read more »
The Night Market UK returns to Birmingham with its Christmas special
The Night Market UK is hosting a bumper Christmas event in Birmingham at the Secret Space, Digbeth on Friday 6th December from 6-11pm. This festive event is… Read more »
Sipping in Birmingham Discover the UK’s most thriving indie coffee scenes
With coffee lovers on the lookout for the cosiest spots to enjoy a warm brew this winter, and independent coffee shops thriving thanks to their unique flavours,… Read more »
Flexible office leaders convene as Birmingham’s office market surges with 165% YOY increase
Representatives from some of the city’s prominent flexible workspaces, including those from FigFlex, UBC, Spacemade, Bruntwood, x+why and Runway East, met in Birmingham last week to discuss… Read more »
AWARD-WINNING MANEKI RAMEN TO OPEN IN BIRMINGHAM
Maneki Ramen, a popular, Japanese-inspired restaurant currently based in Worcester, has announced that a second site will open in Birmingham in Spring next year. Since 2020, Maneki,… Read more »
Family favourite, The Boar’s Head unveils a new look as buffet cuisine makes a glorious comeback
The Boar’s Head World Buffet is set to unveil its newly refurbished venue this November. Located near the Alexander Stadium in Birmingham, the restaurant offers an extensive… Read more »
bp pulse LIVE Reveals New Look Ahead of Opening Season
After becoming bp pulse LIVE in September, the Arena is pleased to share images of its new look ahead of its Opening Season this November. During this… Read more »
YAKINORI RETURNING TO NEW STREET AND RAISING MONEY FOR BIRMINGHAM CHILDREN’S HOSPITAL CHARITY
Popular Japanese Kitchen, Yakinori which is situated on New Street, is reopening its doors on Thursday 21st November and offering Katsu Curries for just £1 to raise… Read more »
Train operator reveals Christmas wishes for customers as seasonal markets arrive in Birmingham
Birmingham’s annual Christmas markets mean busier trains for CrossCountry customers.Rail passengers travelling to and from the seasonal markets should check their journey and avoid the last train… Read more »
BAKED IN BRICK OPENS FIFTH NEIGHBOURHOOD CAFÉ, BAKEHOUSE
Baked In Brick has opened Bakehouse in the Jewellery Quarter, serving homemade bread, pastries, and baked goods Baked In Brick has opened a new Bakehouse site in… Read more »
OPENING DATE ANNOUNCED FOR BIRMINGHAM’S NEWESTSTEAKHOUSE COW & SOW
Birmingham is once again elevating its steak game as the new Cow & Sow, is set to fire up Paradise when it opens its doors to the… Read more »
Culture, hospitality, and NTE leaders react to the Chancellor’s Autumn Budget statement
Lyle Bignon, NTE Ambassador for Birmingham (NTIA): “The Chancellor’s Autumn Budget statement appears to be an act of wilful vandalism as far as the UK’s fifth-biggest industry,… Read more »
Birmingham to host major international night time economy summit in 2025
– Night Time Industries Association announce next year’s Night Time Economy Summit will take place at leading city NTE venue Hockley Social Club – Event partners include… Read more »
YORKS CAFE TO LAUNCH IN PARADISE BIRMINGHAM ON TUESDAY 8TH OCTOBER
One of Birmingham’s most recognised coffee shops, Yorks Café, has announced their fourth site will be opening on Tuesday 8th October in the heart of the £1.2 billion Paradise Birmingham development. The open plan venue,… Read more »
Conference Aston joins an elite group of Midlands restaurants with prestigious SRA Rating
Conference Aston has been awarded the esteemed three star ‘Food Made Good’ sustainability award from the Sustainable Restaurant Association (SRA). This recognition reflects the venue’s exceptional commitment to sustainability… Read more »
Finalists Announced For This Year’s Be Inclusive Hospitality Spotlight Awards
Be Inclusive Hospitality (BIH), has announced the finalists for its 3rd BIH Spotlight Awards, which will recognise the exceptional talent of Black, Asian, and ethnic minorities working… Read more »
Start Up Loans announces first ever Gen Z Ambassador
Blake Bentley from Great Barr near Birmingham becomes an inspiration for young people wanting to start up or grow an early-stage business Blake Bentley, founder of Scran… Read more »
Birmingham has what may be a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to invest in its independent live music ecosystem
“New data released this week by LIVE, the federation representing Britain’s live music industry, has revealed that concerts and festivals across the country contributed a record £6.1billion to the UK’s… Read more »
UK street food pioneer marks birthday with two day food and music party
– Digbeth Dining Club celebrates its 12th anniversary with a September street closure event at Hockley Social Club base – 10 traders, including businesses that have gone… Read more »
RESORTS WORLD ARENA BECOMES BP PULSE LIVE
From Sunday 1st September, Resorts World Arena will become bp pulse LIVE. As part of the rebrand, the Arena will have an updated look and feel which will… Read more »
Sparks fly over proposed pub garden smoking ban locally
A south Warwickshire landlady has branded the Government’s proposal to impose smoking bans in pub gardens as ‘yet another stick to beat the industry with.’ Emma Woodhouse,… Read more »
Big Mamma To Open La Bellezza In Birmingham
Big Mamma Group is a team of Italians from all over the world, united by the same ambition: to take you on the ultimate authentic Italian trip… Read more »
NTE Ambassador statement in response to reports on Government proposals to extend smoking ban
“The prospect of a further layer of regulation and enforcement for the UK’s hospitality and night time industries – coupled with the potential business closures and job… Read more »
New Opening Announced | Society Birmingham
In February 2025, independent food hub, Society, will open in the centre of Birmingham. Following the success of its launch in Manchester, the new opening will bring… Read more »