Birmingham has a history of some amazing pizza places. In the area of Edgbaston, however, not so much. That’s recently changed, however, as a brand new pizzeria and bar, Smoke + Ash, has launched on the ever-growing Gre...
Birmingham loves its curry houses. It’s a fact that none can deny and part of what makes the city one of the most exciting food destinations in the country. But…...
Is there anything more wintery than skiing? Weaving down the mountain, the icy wind fresh on your face and the sun glistening off silvery snow. Only to then warm your fingers in the lodge with a pint of pilsner or a gla...
If you’ve never experienced a bottomless brunch, let us be the first to say you are missing out on one of modern life’s greatest inventions. From endless, over-flowing glasses of bubbly to infectious music that get hips...
Not to brag, but we’ve known that Tropea is one of the best Italian restaurants in Birmingham for a while. Now, it seems the rest of the world is catching up. Both the Michelin Guide and the Good Food Guide recently&hel...
It’s the razzle dazzle of Christmas that does it for us this time of year. We want bright lights and atmosphere abuzz with colour and excitement. There’s no need for understatement at Christmastime, only full-blown embr...
The Old Crown in Digbeth claims to date back to the 14th century, the same year as the Ming dynasty was founded in 1368. Most of the present building dates back to the early 16th century, however. But from its starkly i...
The hustle and bustle of the Frankfurt Christmas Market is in full swing. Birmingham’s city centre is heaving with locals and tourists alike, as they flood the streets in search of festive foods and Christmas gifts. But...
Birmingham has a wonderful and thriving independent brewery scene, all producing fantastic selections of beer between them. There’s even a craft beer festival celebrating Birmingham’s brilliant beer selection each year....
Joe Lycett is famous for his outlandish actions. The Birmingham-born comedian has changed his name to Hugo Boss to protest the fashion brand and arranged for the Birmingham Lord Mayor, Yvonne Mosquito, to open his kitch...