The perfect job doesn't exist, but I’m about to quit Secret Birmingham for Cadbury. Mondelēz International (who now owns Birmingham’s legendary chocolatiers) is looking to hire a part-time ‘chocolate taster’ in Birmingh...
is often called the most important meal of the day, but really that’s up for debate. What isn’t up for argument is that regularly eating a healthy breakfast is proven to boost children’s energy levels, problem-solving...
For thousands of years, libraries have gathered all the world’s knowledge under one roof. But, in the 21st century, you could argue they’ve become outdated. Now that we all carry computers around in our pockets, who nee...
Heartbroken. It’s a word we’ve heard a lot since news broke that this year’s St Patrick’s Day Parade was . Birmingham’s massive celebration of Irish culture only returned last year after a four-year hiatus, and, like th...
I’ve never been much of a gambler, but that might change this March. Hundreds of National Lottery-funded venues are opening their doors for free, or handing out discounts and special offers - all for the price of a lott...
Studio 54. It’s arguably the most famous nightclub of all time. That’s quite impressive when you consider that was only open for three years. In that short time, from 1977 to 1980, the legendary Manhattan club saw a who...
or , a quick grab-and-go coffee or somewhere to work for a couple of hours with a . Whatever your needs, this all-day dining spot is one of Secret Birmingham’s regular recommendations to those new to the city. Someone...
If you asked me to name the coolest places in Birmingham, I doubt would be my first pick. Why? Well, mostly because it’s so obvious. Long gone are the days of this being an industrial wasteland. Everyone and their mom...
Birmingham’s can’t catch a break, can it? After a four-year gap, the Irish celebrations only returned to Digbeth in 2024, with organisers originally planning to return it to its traditional route this year. But instead...
One of the West Midland’s brightest culinary delights in recent years has to be Grace & Savour. Set within the historic grounds of Hampton Manor, the immersive, multi-layered dining experience opened its doors in 20...