Birmingham Aperol Fans – You can now buy an Aperol Spritz burger
Aperol Spritz makes for the perfect summer tipple, but why just stop at drinking the cocktail when you can add the iconic aperitif to your favourite food?… Read more »
Beer Central Festival’s Full Beer Line Up Announced
Beer Central Festival will be returning to Birmingham for its third year on 16th and 17th September 2022. Tickets are now on sale for the event, which… Read more »
The Cocktail Club Birmingham is set to open in September 2022
The Cocktail Club, formerly known as London Cocktail Club, has chosen Birmingham as the destination for their 15th and biggest site to date. Due to open in mid-September, The… Read more »
Vinoteca offers a taste of the Commonwealth with a wine paddle exclusive to the Games
Upon the arrival of the highly-anticipated Commonwealth Games, Birmingham’s newest wine bar, Vinoteca, has unveiled a specially designed wine tasting paddle to celebrate the flavours of the… Read more »
Dishoom – 75 Years of Partition and Indian Independence
In Dishoom’s Manchester café on Monday, 8th August 2022, Dishoom will host the first in a series of events marking the 75th anniversary of Indian independence and… Read more »
Pitcher & Piano to receive complete £800k overhaul before reopening in October
The Brindleyplace bar will re-open in Autumn with a brand new look following a £800k refurb Pitcher & Piano’s Birmingham venue is due to receive a complete… Read more »
Kibou Solihull review by Wallis Brown
Solihull Touchwood is now home to Kibou, a stunning Japanese kitchen & bar that caught my attention before it even opened it’s doors. With its leafy exterior… Read more »
Dig Brew Co to launch Pop-Up for Commonwealth Games
Birmingham’s Dig Brew Co brewery is opening a pop-up craft beer shop that customers can drink in throughout the Commonwealth Games. Based in a former florist on… Read more »
Moseley Food Fest Launches this August at The Village
Moseley Village gastropub and finalist for Best Gastropub in Birmingham, The Village, on Alcester Road, has teamed up with street food legends, Eat Street Repeat, to put… Read more »
Freedom Brewery Freedom Sessions stage at Big Feastival supports local music talent
Staffordshire-based Freedom Brewery is set to host the first ever ‘Freedom Sessions’ stage at this year’s Big Feastival. Helping to amplify and support local talent, the popular… Read more »
What’s on at GULP this summer!
Gulp is a creative dining room founded by food and sensory artist Kaye Winwood in Birmingham’s Jewellery Quarter. She programs events and activities for curious appetites with… Read more »
Passing Fancies will bring approachable luxury to Digbeth in September 2022
An award-winning local bartender is part of a trio due to open a brand new cocktail bar in Birmingham’s Custard Factory. Tommy Matthews, former bar manager of Couch… Read more »
Vinoteca opens its doors to Birmingham
Birmingham’s newest and largest wine bar, Vinoteca, has officially arrived, with its doors opening to the public on Monday 18th July. Open seven days a week, the… Read more »
Ghetto Golf to re-open as Golf Fang after refurb
Ghetto Golf Birmingham, the Digbeth-based crazy golf venue, will be undergoing a refurbishment and rebrand this summer. Following an investment of £500k into The Big Fang Collective’s… Read more »
Ju Ju’s Cafe launches ‘Summer in the Square’ menu inspired by Commonwealth Games
Popular mother and daughter-run café bar, Ju Ju’s Café, has launched a new menu inspired by the upcoming Commonwealth Games. Located at Canal Square, owners Julia Pallister… Read more »
Extrawurst New Street food review
An invite to try out the recently opened Extrawurst take-away on New Street in Brum city centre, was a welcome prospect, having missed a few opportunities of… Read more »
New campaign for Birmingham with 16 days to go until the Commonwealth Games!?
Tourism campaign aims to change visitors’ perceptions of West Midlands in run-up to exhilarating summer. A new campaign which aims to attract domestic leisure visitors in the… Read more »
First look at Vinoteca Birmingham
The first images of Birmingham’s newest wine bar, Vinoteca, have been released ahead of its official launch on Monday 18th July. Located within the iconic Paradise development… Read more »
That was Mostly Jazz Festival 2022! – Photos of The Specials + more
Popular Birmingham music festival hits the right note with appearances from The Specials, De la Soul and Lady Blackbird and more. Birmingham’s Mostly Jazz Funk and Soul Festival concluded… Read more »
O’Neill’s Broad Street is back and better than ever with a brand new look…
Last week, legendary Birmingham sports bar and live music venue O’Neill’s on Broad Street reopened its doors after a four week closure to unveil a brand new… Read more »
Shibuya Underground – Japanese Fried Chicken Night
Having opened its doors earlier this year, Shibuya Underground has been the first of its kind in Birmingham, offering customers one of a kind, six course tasting… Read more »
The Pineapple Club – Commonwealth Games Specials
Having opened its doors in September 2020, The Pineapple Club has fast become a name that is putting Birmingham on the map. After quickly hitting the UK’s… Read more »
Antona Restaurants in Birmingham win at The Cateys Awards!
The winners of the annual Cateys awards, held by The Caterer, were announced at London’s Grosvenor House this evening. Now in their 39th year, the hospitality awards… Read more »
What’s on at The Night Owl, The Old Crown & DJ Quinns, Birmingham this July!
The Night Owl Oasis Maybe (live Oasis tribute) Friday 1st July 8pm – 11pm Come Together (Indie & Britpop club night) Friday 1st July 11pm – 4am… Read more »
New festival comes to Birmingham | Hot Sauce Society
Hot Sauce Society lands in Birmingham next month, bringing their inaugural Midlands festival to Digbeth’s iconic Custard Factory. The event will see over 25 independent hot sauce… Read more »
The Big Birmingham Bake – NEW Commonwealth Games inspired baking theme for July revealed!
To celebrate the amazing summer of sport ahead of Birmingham this year, The Big Birmingham Bake, which offers fun, immersive baking experiences for all, has announced a… Read more »
O’Neill’s relaunch with a brand new look on Broad Street, Birmingham
Legendary Birmingham sports bar and live music venue, O’Neill’s on Broad Street, closed its doors at the end of May for a full refurbishment and is now… Read more »
Burger Fest is back for 2022!
Slingin’ Burgers your way on the 16th July 2022 at Aston Hall in Birmingham. Get ready to wrap your mouth around some of the most exciting and… Read more »
Birmingham’s Biggest Wine Bar Announces It’s Opening Date
The latest addition to Paradise Birmingham’s food and drink scene, Vinoteca, has announced it will be opening its doors to the public on Monday 18th July. Located… Read more »
Tropea Reopens for Summer following refurb!
The restaurant are back with a new al fresco terrace and summer menu Italian restaurant Tropea are officially back open with a brand new summer menu following… Read more »
Crazy Pedro’s Digbeth Launch Party review
A recent invite to check out the new Crazy Pedro’s pizza bar in the Custard Factory sparked my interest, as I know this venue very well but… Read more »
Other World Bar review
Myself and a mate were recently invited to try out the new Other World gaming bar on Bennett’s Hill in Birmingham city centre. It’s usually £18pp which… Read more »
KIBOU Japanese Kitchen & Bar launches new afternoon tea
Award-winning KIBOU Japanese Kitchen & Bar unveils a new afternoon tea menu with a Japanese twist. Launching on 20th June, the menu will feature a range of… Read more »
Kings Heath coffee shop Pause launches brunch menu
Popular Kings Heath coffee shop, Pause, has launched a new light brunch menu after a successful opening month. Located in Kings Court (High Street) owners Farah Chaudry… Read more »
BEats, cafe and eatery by BMusic, charity responsible for Symphony Hall and Town Hall, to open in July
B:Eats, a daytime cafe and evening eatery created by BMusic, the music charity responsible for Symphony Hall and Town Hall, is due to open in July. Set… Read more »
Crazy Pedro’s set to open doors at Custard Factory Friday 17th June
Crazy Pedro’s of the Liars Group is set to open its doors in The Courtyard, at The Custard Factory in Digbeth, Birmingham on Friday 17th June. The… Read more »
Best Music Festivals coming to Birmingham this Summer
MADE FESTIVAL – SAT 30TH JULY 2022 The West Midlands’ biggest and best music and arts festival returns on Saturday 30th July for a huge 8th edition… Read more »
Fat Hippo Birmingham new restaurant opening for dine in on Friday 17th June – bookings now open!
Fat Hippo, the independent UK restaurant group, has announced the opening date of their brand new restaurant in Birmingham city centre.The company, who specialise in ‘roll up your sleeves… Read more »
Heidi’s Bier Bar Review by Wallis Brown
Broad street has welcomed the UK’s second Heidi’s Bier Bar and it can boast to be the largest of the two. We were invited to the opening… Read more »
Upcoming Events at 1000 Trades this June
WEDNESDAY 1 JUNE Birmingham Improv Presents: Maestro 7.30pm Birmingham Improv brings you ‘Maestro’, the exciting elimination improv game where anything can happen. Twelve intrepid improvisers face a… Read more »
Celebrate the Jubilee Weekend at Jojolounge
Amidst the Queen’s Jubilee celebrations this long bank holiday weekend in Birmingham, just a short walk from Victoria Square where a lot of the action will be… Read more »
Canal Square Market launching in June ahead of Commonwealth Games
A new community-focused market designed to bring neighbours together after the pandemic is launching next month. The first Canal Square Market will be held in June, with… Read more »
Dig Brew Co planning Jubilee weekend with a difference
Birmingham’s Dig Brew Co brewery is remaining faithful to its ethos and quirkiness with its plans for the Platinum Jubilee weekend (June 1-4). The brewery on River… Read more »
Bake your own Jubilee Crown Cake with The Big Bakes throughout June!
To celebrate the event on everyone’s lips, The Queen’s Platinum Jubilee, The Big Bakes has revealed its fun baking theme for its ticketed baking sessions throughout June…. Read more »
Flatpack ft Joe Lycett & Shaun Keaveny at the Town Hall review
I had been eagerly awaiting comedian Joe Lycett at the Town Hall for the opening of The Flatpack Festival and was delighted at how laid back and… Read more »
The Best Gaming & Activity Bars in Birmingham!
With so many new exciting places to eat and drink in Birmingham, it is sometimes difficult to know where to go for that alternative experience. One option… Read more »
Isaac’s restaurant at The Grand launch new menu!
Inspired by classic New York brasseries, Isaac’s restaurant on Barwick Street introduced a host of new dishes to its menu on 10th May. New appetisers include the… Read more »
The people of Birmingham cut the ribbon for the opening of Extrawurst in New Street
Extrawurst, the leading German fast food bratwurst brand, was welcomed with open arms by the people of Brum who cut the sausage ribbon for the opening last… Read more »
Albert’s Schloss Summer menu and Baby Grand Slam review
Myself and a good mate were invited to check out the new Cook Haus Summer Menu and Baby Grand Slam Wednesdays at Albert’s Schloss in Birmingham city… Read more »
Pause set to open permanent coffee shop in Kings Heath
A much-loved pop-up coffee shop, Pause, is set to get a permanent home this month as the owners unveil plans for a new residence in Kings Heath…. Read more »