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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 »

Future music business talent initiative launches at major city festival

Music business students and artists from four Birmingham higher education institutions are taking part in a pilot initiative ahead of Mostly Jazz, Funk and Soul Festival  –… Read more »

Nortons Bar to Host General Election Party in Digbeth, Birmingham on 4th July 2024

Nortons Bar, a lively local establishment in the heart of Digbeth, Birmingham, is excited to announce that it will be hosting a General Election Party on 4th… Read more »

MIDLANDS BASED CROWD AND PUBLIC SAFETY TECH COMPANY ACHIEVES £10M VALUATION IN LATEST EQUITY FUNDING ROUND

Halo, the public safety and security software, which was used at the coronation for King Charles III and the state funeral of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth, has… Read more »

Calling Midlands chocolate lovers! Cadbury’s needs you

MondelēzInternational is recruiting 48 Sensory Panellist job roles at its historic Bournville site in Birmingham. The part-time roles, also known as chocolate tasters, will play a crucial… Read more »

Time to get down and dirty – Seafood City is set to open on July 1st in the Arcadian!

It’s time for Birmingham to get down and dirty as the brains behind Vietnamese Street Kitchen are launching an exciting new seafood boil restaurant called Seafood City… Read more »

New Opening – Albatross Death Cult

New Opening – Albatross Death Cult

The doors to Albatross Death Cult, an experimental new restaurant from Alex Claridge and The Wilderness team, are now open in Newhall Square, Birmingham Albatross Death Cult,… Read more »

Local solicitor celebrates national business success award

Jas Thiara receives Professional Services Award from Tracy Evans of Pertemps Network Group. Photo: Everybody Smile Photography A senior solicitor from the West Midlands has been recognised… Read more »

Local winners among those celebrating national inspirational awards success

INSPIRATIONAL achievers from Birmingham and Solihull areas were among those celebrated at the sixth Ladies First Professional Development Network Business Awards. Four hundred people assembled at Dallas Burston… Read more »

International Women in Engineering Day

Women’s Engineering Society‘s (WES) International Women in Engineering Day, taking place on June 23rd, is dedicated to celebrating the extraordinary work that women in engineering do. As the… Read more »

Multipark Pensnett secures new letting following refurbishment

One of Europe’s largest secure industrial estates, Multipark Pensnett, has announced a new letting following a £700,000 refurbishment. The estate in Kingswinford, which is owned by LCP,… Read more »

Fleur de Lys named among Top 100 places in UK for Outdoor Dining

A popular village pub in Warwickshire has been named among The Top 100 Restaurants for Outdoor Dining in 2024 by OpenTable. The Fleur de Lys, in Lowsonford… Read more »

iSE Update: New office space, pop up shops and meeting rooms available 

An office space for rent has opened up at the Hub to fit 6-10 desks for £499 per month.  The Women’s Enterprise Hub is a vibrant space for… Read more »

The Night Market UK brings its pop up to Birmingham for its Digbeth debut this month 

The Night Market UK will be holding its debut event in Birmingham at the Secret Space, Digbeth on Friday 28th June from 6-11pm. Rumour has it that… Read more »

New Brazilian steakhouse Beleza Rodizio ready to set Stratford Upon Avon alight with its unique brand of rodizio-style meat

Beleza Rodizio, the premier Brazilian steakhouse renowned for its authentic rodizio-style dining, is thrilled to announce the opening of its newest location in the historic town of… Read more »

bp pulse amplifies presence with electrifying new partnership with Birmingham Arena

Birmingham’s Resorts World Arena will be renamed bp pulse LIVE as part of a new sponsorship agreement between the NEC Group and bp pulse, one of the UK’s leading… Read more »

Conference Aston appoints new Sales Manager

Birmingham’s leading residential events venue, Conference Aston, has appointed a new Sales Manager bringing a wealth of regional industry knowledge to the position.  Managing a team of… Read more »

MODA LIVING PARTNERS WITH EDGBASTON INDEPENDENTS SMOKE & ASH AND CHAPTER

Moda, Loudon’s Yard has partnered with Edgbaston Village residents to launch a series of botanical-themed specials, including a pizza and cocktail, available for guests to enjoy from 5th June To… Read more »

Popeyes UK announces arrival of flagship Birmingham restaurant

Bringing its world-famous shatter crunch chicken to the heart of the city centre, the opening follows the successful launch of its local delivery kitchen earlier this year…. Read more »

EAT, DRINK, SCORE TOCA SOCIAL OPENS IN BIRMINGHAM’S BULLRING

The world’s first and only immersive football dining experience has officially opened its doors in Birmingham’s Bullring, featuring 23 interactive football boxes, 2 bars, premium private spaces… Read more »

Dil Se opening date confirmed June 1st

Dil Se opening date confirmed June 1st

There’s a new kid on the block ready to make you fall in love with curry all over again – and the opening date is this week…. Read more »

Silhill Brewery to open new taproom in Aston

Silhill Brewery to open new taproom in Aston

Silhill Brewery is moving its base of operations to Aston, opening its first ever taproom this month. After 10 years in Solihull the independent brewery is expanding,… Read more »

Landlords mark decade at historic pub with two-day family festival

Landlords mark decade at historic pub with two-day family festival

Families are being invited to a new two-day festival to help the licensees celebrate a decade in charge of their popular village pub. Nick and Emma Woodhouse… Read more »

Tourism boost for Midlands from Steven Knight’s This Town anticipated by experts

Culture, music, and television professionals expect a significant increase in tourism for Birmingham and Coventry following the broadcast of the new BBC One prime-time drama This Town. Experts… Read more »

DISHOOM X BONEHEAD – Chilli Chicken Burger & Gunpowder Waffle Fries

Introducing… the Dishoom x Bonehead Chilli Chicken Burger 🔥 A brand new collab exclusively for our Birmingham friends.We’re pretty damn excited to have cooked up something super tasty with our friend Sham at… Read more »

Strichley-based restaurant, Riverine Rabbit, has been listed in the Michelin Guide

Riverine Rabbit, an independent restaurant, located in Stirchley, Birmingham has been listed in the Michelin Guide. The Inspector’s Review said: “After generating a fair amount of buzz… Read more »

BUSINESS COMMUNITY COMES TOGETHER TO MOVE MOUNTAINS FOR SICK KIDS

A group of people from the business community, wanting to do good for the young patients at Birmingham Children’s Hospital, are coming together to take on Mount… Read more »

The new Dil Se restaurant promising food ‘from the heart’ set to open in iconic Mailbox building

Brummies’ love affair with curry is a never-ending story and whilst there is a plethora of choice in the city, from high end fine dining to casual street… Read more »

Seafood City is set to open this Spring in the Arcadian

This June, the brains behind Vietnamese Street Kitchen are launching an exciting new seafood boil restaurant called Seafood City in the Arcadian. The concept takes inspiration from… Read more »

Ambassador Theatre Group becomes ATG Entertainment

Ambassador Theatre Group (“ATG”), a leading live entertainment organisation and operator of The Alexandra, Birmingham today announced that it is rebranding as ATG Entertainment. The transformation is accompanied by… Read more »

Birmingham Restaurant Festival – 1st to the 31st of August 2024

The preview list of restaurants taking part in Birmingham Restaurant Festival from the 1st to the 31st of August is revealed.  Every year, restaurants participating in Birmingham… Read more »

The Indian Streatery to launch brand new, innovative ‘Streatery Spring Specials Menu’ Monday 15th April

The Indian Streatery to launch brand new, innovative ‘Streatery Spring Specials Menu’ Monday 15th April

The Indian Streatery have created a brand new, innovative ‘Streatery Spring Specials Menu’ which the team are launching Monday 15th April 2024. Brand New. Innovative, Creative &… Read more »

Birmingham based entrepreneurs set to open Pride of Africa Trade Cash & Carry for retailers, distributors, restaurateurs and caterers as they call for more businesses to support black communities.

A leading provider of authentic African-Caribbean food products is thrilled to announce the grand opening of Pride of Africa Trade Cash and Carry. Founded by Olusegun Akande and his wife,… Read more »

Orelle Announce Collaboration With Simpsons Restaurant

Orelle’s Executive Chef Chris Emery will be welcoming in Spring with a limited edition seasonal menu in collaboration with Luke Tipping of Simpsons Restaurant on Tuesday 30th… Read more »

Launch of Lunch Club brings weekly street food residencies to Birmingham city centre

Launch of Lunch Club brings weekly street food residencies to Birmingham city centre

– City food mainstay Digbeth Dining Club will make its central Birmingham debut with a new lunch event for office and retail workers, visitors and residents – Disco… Read more »

Birmingham Association of Bartenders awards – BAB 2024

Birmingham Association of Bartenders awards – BAB 2024

Birmingham Association of Bartenders Since 2005 a free educational, informational and inspirational networking, signposting and training platform for the bar and hospitality community of Birmingham, the awards… Read more »

New data from the NTIA exposes devastating impact on nightclubs and Night Time Economy

The Night Time Industries Association (NTIA) has unveiled groundbreaking findings today, shedding light on the profound effects on nightclubs and the broader nighttime economy. The comprehensive NTE… Read more »

Teach Your Business How To Swim – Rise and Fall in Digtopia – A Celebration Of Digbrew Cos Legacy

Teach Your Business How To Swim – Rise and Fall in Digtopia – A Celebration Of Digbrew Cos Legacy

Celebrating the legacy of Dig Brew Co and the inclusion of most of its artistic material labels cans coasters memorabilia etc to Birmingham City Universitys ADM Archive we… Read more »

London’s Thriving Jugad Indian Streetfood Expands to Birmingham with New Dark Kitchen Location

Jugad Indian Streetfood, a culinary sensation known for its authentic flavours and innovative dishes, is excited to announce its expansion to Birmingham with a new dark kitchen… Read more »

The Digbeth Challenge returns for 2024 with £1000 in amazing prizes

The Digbeth Challenge returns for 2024 with £1000 in amazing prizes

A whopping 45 of Birmingham’s ‘Creative Quarter’ hospitality venues are coming together this year to see who’s got what it takes to win the Digbeth Challenge! Make… Read more »

Leading Engineering Firm adi Group is Birmingham Children’s Hospital’s Corporate Supporter of the Year

Leading engineering firm adi Group was recognised as one of Birmingham Children’s Hospital Charity’s 100 Heroes for the second year running, being acknowledged for its fundraising and volunteering efforts…. Read more »

The Plough kitchen at The Hare & Hounds review

The Plough kitchen at The Hare & Hounds review

The guys at The Plough Harborne have recently taken over a kitchen residency at The Hare & Hounds in King’s Heath and I was invited along to… Read more »

Sabai Sabai Restaurant Turns 20

Sabai Sabai Restaurant is thrilled to announce its 20th anniversary, marking two decades of serving authentic Thai cuisine and warm service in The Midlands. The faces behind… Read more »

TOCA SOCIAL TO KICK-OFF BIRMINGHAM OPENING IN JUNE 2024

To mark the announcement, Aston Villa star Jacob Ramsey took to the streets of Birmingham showcasing his football skills TOCA Social, the world’s first and only immersive… Read more »