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 »
Birmingham charity leader among inspirational speakers at inaugural Raise Up Conference
“This conference aims to provide attendees with inspiration, hope, and practical insights through the personal experiences of our speakers.”– Soroptimist President, Catherine Williamson. A celebrated charity CEO… Read more »
Baked In Brick opens Bakehouse, its fourth neighbourhood café
Baked In Brick has opened its café concept Bakehouse in Digbeth, becoming the fourth venue in Birmingham alongside Sutton Coldfield, Wylde Green and Broad Street. Bakehouse’s menu… Read more »
Suds Fest 2024 with Attic Brew Co
Suds Fest 2024, the most anticipated craft beer festival in the West Midlands, is set to take place on September 7th at the Uffculme Centre in Moseley…. Read more »
Historic pub Bacchus Bar reopens with a fresh new look!
Bacchus Bar, located under the Burlington Hotel on new street officially reopened this summer following an extensive four-week refurbishment, giving the iconic pub an exciting new look…. Read more »
Digbeth Dining Club 15-date tour boost for UK Midlands hospitality
– Tens of thousands of food and drink fans expected to descend on cities and towns across six counties for DDC Summer Tour ‘24 in August and… Read more »
Popeyes paints Birmingham New Street orange as restaurant officially opens
The much-anticipated Popeyes® restaurant officially opened its doors on Birmingham New Street this morning, with fans eagerly queuing from 7:30pm the night before to be the first… Read more »
Birmingham Restaurant Festival comes to Aluna, Lulu Wild & Siamais
Over the years, Birmingham has been named as one of the top food destinations in the UK, and with good reason, the city boasts a diverse and… Read more »
Simpsons is coming to London on the 27th August for a kitchen takeover at Ganymede in Belgravia
Chefs Jordan Johnson, Evan Holliday and Lewis Perks from Simpsons, Birmingham takeover Ganymede’s kitchen On Tuesday 27th August, Ganymede in Belgravia will host ‘Provenance’, a kitchen takeover… Read more »
Temper and Brown to launch
An iconic Jewellery Quarter pub dating back to 1820 has now re-opened under the name Temper and Brown. Now under the new ownership of entrepreneur, Roifield Brown,… Read more »
What’s On This Summer – Birmingham Restaurant Festival has begun
Over 40 restaurants across Birmingham are now serving exclusive, specially curated menus, until the end of August From today until 31st August, Birmingham Restaurant Festival will see… Read more »
CrossCountry announces temporary changes to timetable between Birmingham, the South West and Wales
Train operator CrossCountry will introduce temporary resource-led reductions to its timetable from Saturday 10 August until Saturday 9 November to address performance and reliability issues that have… Read more »
Tropea named as one of the Good Food Guide’s Best Local Restaurants for Second Year
Tropea is one of only two West Midlands-based restaurants listed in The Good Food Guide’s Best 100 Local Restaurants 2024 Harborne-based neighbourhood restaurant, Tropea, has been once… Read more »
Popeyes UK announces official opening date for flagship Birmingham restaurant
Bringing the spirit of New Orleans to New Street, Popeyes® will open the doors to its all-new restaurant in Birmingham from 11am on Friday 2 August. To… Read more »
Beauty therapist to the rich and famous vies for second award just months into launching her first UK salon, in Solihull
Italian entrepreneur Paola Spiga visited the UK 10 years ago to learn English – and did not return. Now she is vying for her second award within… Read more »
Tropea Harborne is extending into the premises next door.
Tropea, the Good Food Guide’s Neighbourhood Restaurant of the Year in Harborne, Birmingham, is extending into the premises next door. The extension will see the addition of a bar that… Read more »
Local Businesses Compete in Dragon Boats to Raise Over £250,000 for Birmingham Women’s and Children’s Hospital Charity
Forty-nine teams from businesses across the West Midlands took to the canal at Mailbox Birmingham last weekend (28-29 June) raising over £250,000 as part of Birmingham Women’s… Read more »
Birmingham Jewellery Quarter star shines at industry ‘Oscars’
A leading Birmingham jeweller has won one of the most prestigious national industry awards. Sonny’s Jewellers took home ‘Jewellery Retailer of the Year (five stores or fewer)’… Read more »
Recognising Diversity and Achievement: Submit Your Nominations for the Third Be Inclusive Hospitality Awards
Be Inclusive Hospitality (BIH) is thrilled to announce that nominations are now open for the third BIH Spotlight Awards. Taking place on 21 October 2024 at M… Read more »
The Everything Digbeth Open Day brought 2,000+ People to the Creative District
On Saturday 22nd June, Zellig in partnership with Digbeth Art Space, Bread Birmingham and Back of the Bar helped bring in an influx of over 2,000 people… Read more »