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

Get into the Festive Spirit with Birmingham Seasonal Markets ‘The Christmas Feast’ 2023!

GET READY FOR A SANTA-STIC EVENT! BIRMINGHAM SEASONAL MARKETS PRESENTS: THE CHRISTMAS FEAST 2023 AT THE BOND, DIGBETH, BIRMINGHAM Tis the season to be jolly, and Birmingham… Read more »

Aluna Boxing Day Event – Aluna Unwrapped

Enjoy your Boxing Day with Aluna this Christmas. Aluna is a proud pan Asian restaurant and cocktail bar in Birmingham, situated on a beautiful canal-side setting at the… Read more »

MEAT UP THIS CHRISTMAS AT BAR + BLOCK | BIRMINGHAM & LEAMINGTON SPA

Make no mis-steak this festive season as Bar + Block in Birmingham and Leamington Spa serves up a menu for you to eat, drink and be merry. Showcasing quality steaks, cooked to perfection, the contemporary… Read more »

Birmingham International Ska & Reggae Festival 2024

The stage is prepared, the rhythms are in order, and the excitement is palpable as the first-ever Birmingham International Ska & Reggae Festival 2024 reveals its soon… Read more »

You can now buy a 100% vegan candle that smells of bacon!

If there was one thing pretty much anyone with a nose can agree on, it’s that the scent of sizzling bacon really is one of the most… Read more »

SIX BY NICO LAUNCH ‘CHIPPIE SHOP’ VIDEO SERIES STARRING BRUMMIES

hot at one of the oldest fish and chip shops in the city, George and Helen’s, the videos celebrate the nostalgia of the ‘Chippie tea’ and feature local… Read more »

A Merry Merry Christmas At The Lost & Found in Birmingham

Be transported to a Christmas Wonderland at avant-garde cocktail bar and restaurant, The Lost & Found, located on Bennetts Hill. The perfect venue for any Christmas celebration, from… Read more »

Enjoy The Christmas Lights With Orelle

The Merry Bauble will be available from 15 November, the day the Christmas lights in the city are switched on Wednesday 15 November: Birmingham’s iconic skyline bar, Orelle,… Read more »

HOAR CROSS HALL’S CHRISTMAS AND NEW YEAR’S PARTY NIGHTS OPEN FOR BOOKING

The luxurious spa hotel Hoar Cross Hall in Staffordshire invites guests to experience their idyllic countryside retreat this Christmas for their Party Nights throughout December. The award-winning… Read more »

BOX launches a knockout Christmas offering

90’s and 00’s Christmas throwback party at The Actress & Bishop

Calling all fans of two of the best decades in recent history – the 90’s and 00’s, as we take you back in time for a special… Read more »

All Bar One Festive Cocktail Collab

This festive season, All Bar One has collaborated with award-winning mochi ice cream brand Little Moons to craft an exclusive festive cocktail menu from another world, launching… Read more »

Button Factory Birmingham Transforms Outdoor Yard into Massive Apres Ski Wonderland

The Button Factory, Birmingham’s beloved nightlife hub, is gearing up for an extraordinary winter transformation that’s sure to leave the city buzzing with excitement. The Button Factory… Read more »

CARTERS ANNOUNCE THAT WESTLANDS UK POP-UP WILL EXTEND UNTIL NEW YEAR’S EVE

Since relocating from their Birmingham base in Moseley to Westlands UK in Evesham this summer, the Michelin-starred restaurant and duo Brad and Holly Carter, are extending the… Read more »

ORELLE WINS ‘RESTAURANT OF THE YEAR’ AT THE BIRMINGHAM AWARDS

Orelle has won the ‘Restaurant of The Year’ at The Birmingham Awards 2023. Listed in the Harden’s Guide, Orelle is located on the 24th floor of 103 Colmore… Read more »

KOS DINING KITCHEN TO TAKE OVER OLD RECTORY HOUSE FOR FLORAL INSPIRED POP-UP

KOS Dining, the family-run dining experience that celebrates the fusion of fine dining, the best of British produce and seasonal flowers, is to host a series of pop-ups at… Read more »

Bundobust Does Diwali at Hockley Social Club

Bundobust Does Diwali at Hockley Social Club

CELEBRATE THE FESTIVAL OF LIGHTS ON SUNDAY 12TH NOVEMBER Diwali is a festival of new beginnings, celebrating the victory of light over darkness, good over evil, and… Read more »

On 23rd November, artisan bakery and kitchen Medicine will open a new branch in Selfridges Birmingham

Selfridges Birmingham will add an exciting new bakery destination to its store this month, bolstering the store’s eclectic line up of eateries.  Medicine, an artisan bakery and kitchen… Read more »

Check out the offerings at these fascinating Asian restaurants in Birmingham

Are you craving some mouthwatering, flavorsome Asian cuisine in Birmingham, but the vast array of options makes you feel like navigating a labyrinth of tastes? There’s no denying that… Read more »

‘Tis the season for Fat Hippo Xmas Burgers!

Everyone’s favourite thing about Christmas? No, it’s not the presents or the tree… It’s the food! And we don’t know about you, but we wait all year… Read more »

Six By Nico announce ‘Chippie’ menu for Birmingham

The new restaurant on Colmore Row will be opening on November 30th with a six-course tasting menu inspired by the classic ‘chippie tea’ Six by Nico, the… Read more »

Crazy Gin Secures Prestigious Brand of the Year 2023 Award from Be Inclusive Hospitality

Crazy Gin, the world’s most exciting British Indian Gins, is ecstatic to announce its latest triumph—the prestigious Brand of the Year Award from Be Inclusive Hospitality. This… Read more »

B Eats cafe launching new Winter menu on 6th November, with dish inspired by Matthew Boulton

B:Eats, the daytime cafe and pre-concert eatery located in Symphony Hall, will be launching a brand new winter menu on Monday 6th November, with their very own… Read more »

Yardbirds Chicken Restaurant Turns One!

Yardbirds Chicken Restaurant Turns One!

Yardbirds restaurant on Pershore Road, Stirchley, is turning one on the 10th November! We are celebrating by offering those who book their table in advance for the 10th… Read more »

KRAY TREADWELL ANNOUNCES NEW DIRECTION FOR 670 GRAMS

The Birmingham-based restaurant will serve up a new small plates menu as the Young Michelin Chef of the Year eschews tasting menu format Kray Treadwell has announced… Read more »

The restaurant in the sky launches menus for Christmas Day and New Year’s Eve 

Birmingham’s skyline restaurant, Orelle, will be launching 2 new menus for guests to enjoy on Christmas Day and New Year’s Eve.  Listed in Harden’s guide earlier this… Read more »

NQ64 Launches New Cocktail Menu

The arcade bar has crafted a new blend of flavours to enhance the experience NQ64, the neon-splattered drinking den filled with arcade games and classic consoles, take as much pride… Read more »

TOUCHWOOD GET READY TO GET GROUNDED WITH DELICIOUS NUTRITIOUS KOREAN FOOD

Coming 6 November to Touchwood shopping centre, get ready to experience a culinary delight with the arrival of Grounded Kitchen, a new casual dining restaurant in Solihull. With… Read more »

Halloween at Bar + Block

Enjoy endless bubbles this Halloween at contemporary steakhouse Bar + Block with its Halloween Bottomless lunch. Running from 12pm-5pm, satisfy your carnivorous cravings with a two-course lunch… Read more »

CRAZY GIN WINS BRAND OF THE YEAR!

Tuesday 17th October: Be Inclusive Hospitality announced the winners for their BIH Spotlight Awards during a sold out awards ceremony at M Threadneedle Street, London last night. The evening,… Read more »

Six by Nico eatery is opening at 81 Colmore Row on 30th November

Six by Nico eatery is opening at 81 Colmore Row on 30th November

Six by Nico, the prestigious eatery is landing in the heart of Birmingham at 81 Colmore Row on 30th November. Birmingham will be the thirteenth location for… Read more »

Vagabond wine bar launch new small plates menu at Colmore Row venue in Birmingham

Vagabond wine bar launch new small plates menu at Colmore Row venue in Birmingham

Vagabond, the wine bar boasting over 100 wines, have launched a new small plates menu at their Colmore Row venue in Birmingham. Ideal for sharing, guests can… Read more »

Free food and Halloween activities at Birmingham’s The Coconut Tree this half-term

This Halloween half-term, families are invited to join the ‘spooktacular’ celebrations happening at all nine of The Coconut Tree (TCT) sites across the UK*. As well as… Read more »

Wolverhampton gin company Crazy Gin, Announced As Finalist for a BIH Spotlight Award

Be Inclusive Hospitality, (BIH) a not-for-profit organisation, have announced the finalists for 2nd year of the BIH Spotlight Awards. The awards are designed to shine a light on exceptional businesses… Read more »

Get into the Festive Spirit with Birmingham Seasonal Markets ‘The Christmas Feast’ 2023!

Get into the Festive Spirit with Birmingham Seasonal Markets ‘The Christmas Feast’ 2023!

GET READY FOR A SANTA-STIC EVENT! BIRMINGHAM SEASONAL MARKETS PRESENTS: THE CHRISTMAS FEAST 2023 AT THE BOND, DIGBETH, BIRMINGHAM Tis the season to be jolly, and Birmingham… Read more »

Halloween at Selfridges Birmingham

Selfridges Birmingham are celebrating Halloween this year with a series of kid’s activities. The Halloween Creature Crawl at Selfridges Birmingham When: Wednesday 28 – Tuesday 31 October… Read more »

Oktoberfest Food Fest 2023 – a Bavarian feast to get in to the Oktoberfest spirit!

Get ready to grab a stein and tantalise your taste buds! Birmingham Seasonal Markets proudly presents the highly anticipated Oktober Food Fest, taking place on October 7th… Read more »

HOAR CROSS HALL LAUNCH UNMISSABLE DINNER, BED AND BREAKFAST EXPERIENCE

A night in a sublime suite, à la carte dinner, and leisurely breakfast is available from £139 per person The award-winning spa hotel Hoar Cross Hall, nestled… Read more »

Halloween in Digbeth 7 exciting events to celebrate the spooky season

Halloween in Digbeth 7 exciting events to celebrate the spooky season

It’s hard to believe it’s nearly October, and with the summer behind us, as well as a surprise September heatwave, it’s already been an eventful year. But… Read more »

There is a lot to shout about this October. GULP is jam-packed with events!

There is a lot to shout about this October. GULP is jam-packed with events!

There is a lot to shout about this October. GULP is jam-packed with events, and I think there’s something for everyone (including your dogs!!)… Dog’s Dinner Sunday… Read more »

Hippoween II The Return + Black Cheese Balls!

It’s trick AND treat over at Fat Hippo this halloween as their BurgerLabs appear to have been possessed by the dark side and have summoned up a… Read more »

Celebrate Halloween in Birmingham’s Creative Quarter at the Digbeth Open Day

Zellig presents in collaboration with Digbeth Estate DIGBETH HALLOWEEN OPEN DAY – showcasing everything Digbeth!  Head to Birmingham’s Creative Quarter for a day to sample a little… Read more »

The MasterChef star Dan Lee launching new street food concept, Dai Pai Dong, from 5th October at Hockley Social Club

The MasterChef star Dan Lee launching new street food concept, Dai Pai Dong, from 5th October at Hockley Social Club

The MasterChef: The Professionals winner is launching his new street food concept, Dai Pai Dong, from 5th October. Following the huge success of his 4-month residency in… Read more »

Orelle restaurant marking 1st birthday Saturday 14th October with exclusive 5-course tasting menu

For one night only, the birthday menu, which is available to enjoy during one of two evening sittings, will be priced at £75 and include a glass… Read more »

Birmingham Women in Hospitality Fundraiser for Burnt Chef & Anawim 29th October

Bham Women in Hospitality Fundraiser Dinner takes place on Sunday 29th October, an alliance of women from Birmingham’s diverse hospitality scene are taking over Simpsons restaurant for… Read more »

World Sake Day Press Release – The Art of Mixing Koji Cocktails

On World Sake Day, October 1st, 2023, Birmingham Bartender-turnedauthor Samuel Boulton announces the upcoming release of his latest project, “The Art of Mixing Koji Cocktails” which is… Read more »

Oktoberfest at Bundobust Birmingham

Some things just work together. Indian street food and craft beer. German food and cold lagers in the lastsunny days of September. It’s time, once again, for… Read more »

The Distillery launches first of many new events with a Gin & Juice Hip Hop Brunch

Birmingham’s best bar restaurant and gin distillery is set to release a whole host of events throughout Autumn kick starting with a Gin & Juice Hip Hop… Read more »

Fat Hippo X Kellogg’s is coming!

What came first, juicy, fried buttermilk chicken or crunchy, nutty cereal? All that matters is they’re around at exactly the same time for Fat Hippo, the reigning kings… Read more »

Sonal Clare of The Wilderness, Announced As Finalist for a BIH Spotlight Award

Be Inclusive Hospitality, (BIH) a not-for-profit organisation, have announced the finalists for 2nd year of the BIH Spotlight Awards. The awards are designed to shine a light on exceptional businesses… Read more »