Food & Drink News

Information on the food and drink events in Birmingham, from wine to real ale, fine dining, food markets and more!

Sushido Presents Sake and Japanese Cuisine Pairing Evening on 3rd August

Sushido Sutton Coldfield is hosting an exclusive Sake and Japanese Food Pairing Evening on 3rd of August. Renowned Japanese drinks expert Samuel Boulton and head chef/co-owner Gil… Read more »

Kilo Ziro Cafe and Cocktail Bar – Midlands Double Award Winners

Kilo Ziro triumphs with Two Prestigious Awards at the Midlands Food, Drink and Hospitality Awards Birmingham. Renowned café and cocktail bar in Birmingham, is ecstatic to announce… Read more »

Beavertown Brewery launches Oil Your Neck sunscreen for beer drinkers in Birmingham this summer

There’s no getting around it. People in Birmingham love the giant ball of blazing gas in the sky. Facts. The second we see it, our brain tells… Read more »

Summer at Bundobust Birmingham | New dishes, drinks, offers, and more land at Bennetts Hill

Summer at Bundobust Birmingham | New dishes, drinks, offers, and more land at Bennetts Hill

New kids on the block in Brum, Bundobust are keeping it fresh as we enter the heat of summer with a spicy selection of new dishes and… Read more »

A night out in Digbeth courtesy of Digbeth Estate review!

A night out in Digbeth courtesy of Digbeth Estate review!

Myself and a friend Emily, were recently invited on a mini tour of Digbeth courtesy of Digbeth Estates and The Relationship co. I was in the office… Read more »

TAMWORTH RESTAURANT HAS A GLOW UP AND OPENS AS ‘ZAAZU’

TAMWORTH RESTAURANT HAS A GLOW UP AND OPENS AS ‘ZAAZU’

A long standing Tamworth favourite has been renamed Zaazu, had a stylish new look and has expanded its offering with an enhanced modern menu. After a glittering… Read more »

BBQ Fest 2023 – celebrating sizzling flavours and summer vibes!

BBQ Fest 2023 – celebrating sizzling flavours and summer vibes!

Get your taste buds ready for a sizzling summer event like no other. Seasonal Markets proudly presents BBQ Fest, an ultimate celebration of mouth watering flavours and… Read more »

Tropea named best local restaurant in Central and East England by Good Food Guide

Tropea named best local restaurant in Central and East England by Good Food Guide

The Good Food Guide has published its list of Britain’s 100 Best Local Restaurants and its 8 regional winners, as nominated by the public and assessed by… Read more »

Beavertown is hosting the ultimate Summer Party in Birmingham

This summer Beavertown Brewery is taking its legendary Skulloon on a tour across the UK with its newly announced Summer Collaboration Sessions — a series of cosmic… Read more »

“12 Weeks of Summer” Food Experience Comes To The Jewellery Quarter

“12 Weeks of Summer” Food Experience Comes To The Jewellery Quarter

Mark your calendars and save the dates for the ultimate summer experience because “Twelve Weeks of Summer” is coming to the Jewellery Quarter. No21 Frederick Street, an elegant independent… Read more »

Mostly Jazz Funk & Soul Festival 2023 nearly here!

It’s a big weekend coming and we’d highly recommend getting a rough idea of where you want to be and when, so you don’t miss out! 5… Read more »

Sushido Sutton Coldfield Introduces New Food and Drink Menus

Sushido Sutton Coldfield Introduces New Food and Drink Menus

Sushido in Sutton Coldfield, the popular Japanese Sushi Restaurant, is excited to announce the launch of its new food and drink menus, which is now available! The… Read more »

Summer In The City Is Back With The ChicagoHouse Special This Saturday

The third instalment of the popular Summer In The City series is taking place this Saturday in the JewelleryQuarter, Birmingham. The Button Factory presents its third instalment… Read more »

Gusto Italian, introduces its Italian-inspired bottomless brunch

Gusto Italian, introduces its Italian-inspired bottomless brunch

Gusto Italian, the home of special occasions, has introduced its Italian-inspired bottomless brunch. For just £37 per person, the menu offers two courses and bottomless cocktails and… Read more »

Rudy’s Harborne is set to open on Saturday 8th July

The neighbourhood pizzeria, Rudy’s Pizza Napoletana, will bring its relaxed dining concept to the former Hawkshead Taphouse, at 77 High Street, Harborne.  Serving the perfect and classic… Read more »

New Events by Blow Water inc Skybar Party!

Blow Water Cafe are working with local artists including Drink and Draw, candling making, indigo dyeing and Malaysian Batik Drawing plus many more… In addition, Blow Water… Read more »

Bloc Hotels and Michelin-starred chef, Aktar Islam, join forces to offer a unique gastronomic getaway.

Bloc Hotels and Michelin-starred chef, Aktar Islam, join forces to offer a unique gastronomic getaway.

Bloc Hotel, renowned for its stylish accommodation and Opheem, the Michelin-starred restaurant known for its innovative cuisine, are excited to announce a unique collaboration, creating an unforgettable… Read more »

Orelle restaurant launching new £42 three course menu – 1st July to 31st August

Orelle restaurant will be launching a new three course menu from 1st July to 31st August. The prix fixe menu can be enjoyed as a three-course offering… Read more »

FIRST LOOK: wagamama opens exciting new restaurant at Merry Hill

Scores of people gathered for the opening of the new wagamama restaurant in Merry Hill on Monday (26th June) as demand grows for the popular pan Asian brand… Read more »

B Eats cafe will launch their new summer menu on 3rd July

B:Eats, a daytime cafe and evening eatery created by BMusic, the music charity responsible for Symphony Hall and Town Hall, will be launching a new summer menu… Read more »

Club Paradiso, new pop-up bar on St Martin’s balcony playing Balearic Beats!

It’s officially a heatwave so we can safely say that summer has begun. Which means grabbing any opportunity to sit in the sun with your friends, putting… Read more »

Carters is moving to Westlands, Evesham for the summer!

Carters is moving to Westlands, Evesham for the summer!

The starred restaurant will move the entire team and experience to Evesham for a minimum of 3 months and the experience will be supported by Gusborne, the… Read more »

The Button Factory Brings A Taste of Dublin to The Jewellery Quarter this Weekend

This Saturday 17th June Jewellery Quarter Hotspot, The Button Factory, will be transforming its secret garden space into the city of Dublin for a night as they… Read more »

Somewhere In Brum launches new cafe-bar in the Jewellery Quarter

Somewhere In Brum launches new cafe-bar in the Jewellery Quarter

The Jewellery Quarter is gaining a new addition to its bar and cafe scene with the opening of Somewhere in Brum on Thursday 22nd June. The brainchild… Read more »

All Greek Street Food Pop-Up at 1000 Trades!

TUESDAY 6 JUNE – SATURDAY-1 JULY In the kitchen All Greek Street Food. A staple of Stephenson Street in the city centre for those that know, a… Read more »

wagamama launches cocktail pairing menu event in birmingham with brand new menu items

in celebration of the new summer menu and ‘itsuraku’ meaning the pursuit of pleasure, wagamama are hosting a series of cocktail pairing menus at the xxx branch…. Read more »

Thai-rrific news as Sabai Sabai open 5th  restaurant in Solihull

Solihull is about to get even better, with the news that much loved Thai restaurant brand Sabai Sabai have recently opened a new venue on Station Road in… Read more »

SUDS Fest with Attic Brew Co

Event: SUDS Fest 2023 Date: Saturday 1st July 2023 Location:  The Bond, 180 – 182 Fazeley St, Birmingham B5 5SE Seasonal Markets have joined forces with the… Read more »

Birmingham Rum Festival 2023

West Midlands rum lovers will be delighted to hear that the popular Birmingham Rum Festival will be returning for it’s sixth year this Summer – with Bacardi Caribbean… Read more »

The Grand Hotel’s Garden Terrace summer oasis with Malfy Gin and tonic menu

The Grand Hotel’s Garden Terrace summer oasis with Malfy Gin and tonic menu

This June will see the launch of The Grand Hotel Birmingham’s Garden Terrace. The outdoor space will be a summer oasis for guests to enjoy a bespoke… Read more »

3 day open-air comedy festival is coming to Warwick Castle

The event, organised by Midlands based comedy promoters CLOSEUP COMEDY, Digbeth Dining Club and Warwick Castle, will showcase an array of award-winning street food, a selection of… Read more »

Brumbeat Gig Guide – June 2023!

Here’s our take on the coolest original live music and DJ nights in Birmingham this June 2023. We search high and low to bring to you the best original music Brum has to… Read more »

The Old Crown celebrates the start of summer with four weeks of street food events

The Old Crown celebrates the start of summer with four weeks of street food events

Birmingham’s oldest pub, The Old Crown, has just launched a brand new street food festival in Digbeth, featuring seven of the best traders from the Midlands and… Read more »

Introducing Noire Birmingham’s Premier Japanese-Inspired late night Cocktail Bar

Introducing Noire Birmingham’s Premier Japanese-Inspired late night Cocktail Bar

Noiré, the highly anticipated Japanese-inspired latenight cocktail bar, is proud to announce its grand opening on Suffolk Street Queensway(in the former Bourne & Co). Offering an unparalleled… Read more »

wagamama set to open exciting new restaurant at Merry Hill in Brierley Hill

On Monday 26th June, wagamama’s brand new restaurant is set to open at Merry Hill, the shopping destination in the heart of the West Midlands, as demand continues to… Read more »

Summer In The City Global Themed Parties coming to Jewellery Quarter’s Secret Garden

Summer In The City Global Themed Parties coming to Jewellery Quarter’s Secret Garden

Summer plans are sorted with The Button Factory’s new lineup of events taking place in The Yard, a brand new secret garden space. The Jewellery Quarter hotspot… Read more »

Orelle summer terrace will be opening on Thursday 1st June

Orelle summer terrace will be opening on Thursday 1st June

Orelle have announced their summer terrace will be opening on Thursday 1st June. In collaboration with Tanqueray, the outdoor space will be a botanical inspired spot for al-fresco… Read more »

Heidi’s Birmingham First Birthday Party

Heidi’s Birmingham is celebrating its first birthday with a big fizz and pizza give-away. On Saturday 27 May the popular après ski and bier bar on Broad… Read more »

New Opening – Bundobust Birmingham to open Friday 2nd June

Birmingham residents can expect awesome Indian street food, craft beer, cocktails, and a chance to win a Year of Bundobust on launch day. Highly acclaimed Indian street… Read more »

B Eats celebrating National Biscuit Day with complimentary limited-edition biscuit

B Eats celebrating National Biscuit Day with complimentary limited-edition biscuit

The eatery, located inside Symphony Hall, will run the promotion from 29th May – 3rd June B:Eats will be celebrating National Biscuit Day with a complimentary limited-edition… Read more »

Kilo Ziro Bar Welcomes Toby Heap as New General Manager

Kilo Ziro Bar Welcomes Toby Heap as New General Manager

Kilo Ziro Bar, Birmingham’s premier sustainable-focused cocktail bar, is excited to announce Toby Heap as the new General Manager. With a strong background in mixology and a… Read more »

Burger Fest 2023 – The Ultimate Celebration of Burger Love!

Burger Fest 2023 – The Ultimate Celebration of Burger Love!

Burger lovers, rejoice! The ultimate celebration of your favourite food is coming to Birmingham on June 3rd at The Bond in Digbeth. Burger Fest promises to be… Read more »

Bar + Block second steakhouse now open in Birmingham

There’s a new kid on the block as Bar + Block has now opened its second steakhouse in Birmingham. The nationwide steakhouse has brought its signature hand-cut steaks, spectacular… Read more »

Harborne Kitchen Launches ‘5 for £55 Menu’

Harborne Kitchen Launches ‘5 for £55 Menu’

The menu takes in Harborne Kitchen’s Chicken and White Chocolate parfait, the dish celebrated by the The Good Food Guide Harborne Kitchen, the popular neighbourhood restaurant on… Read more »

Knockout addition to Brindleyplace as new game changing sports bar BOX is set to open in June

The award-winning premium bar operator behind Manahatta is going for gold with its latest bar offering, BOX. This will be a game-changing, high-quality sports bar and kitchen… Read more »

The Big Fang Collective’s bank holiday campaign – drinks specials and exclusive guest promotions this May

Golf Fang are launching ’Bank Holiday Mayhem’, a month-long campaign celebrating 3 Bank Holidays in one month across their sites in Birmingham, Liverpool, Sheffield, Glasgow, Newcastle and… Read more »

Brumbeat – Best Music Events in Birmingham May 2023!

Here’s our take on the coolest original live music and DJ nights in Birmingham this May 2023. We search high and low to bring to you the best original music Brum has to… Read more »

Shout Tequila! As Birmingham Tequila Festival comes toThe Rainbow pub in Digbeth

Shout Tequila! As Birmingham Tequila Festival comes toThe Rainbow pub in Digbeth

Attention all tequila and mezcal lovers in Birmingham! The city is about to host a fabulous Tequila Festival, in association with Patron Tequila, and it promises to… Read more »

Bundobust Pre-Launch Events

Ahead of their summer launch, Bundobust have lined up a series of Birmingham events that I thought might be of interest. Any help spreading the word would… Read more »

The Clean Kilo x Shokupan

The loaf of bread everyone is talking about is finally coming to Birmingham! Yes you read that right, the famous Japanese milk bread, Shokupan has finally landed… Read more »