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 »
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
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
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 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
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 »