Eat, drink and be optimistic
We visit the NEC to see the best food and drink on show.
Knowle record shop joins international showcase
Music and community at the heart of Slow Century debut Record Store Day offer.
A very Lush event
Helen Annetts goes Rewild, thanks to Lush Spa Birmingham.
A listers and other animals
The Heath Bookshop brings top talent to Birmingham to share their books.
Christmas in Cathedral Square back for 2023
Award-winning attraction returns to the grounds of Birmingham Cathedral.
Sustainable Beauty & Fashion Brands, Shops That Birmingham Residents Can Support
Shopping ethically in the city.
Christmas chocolate pop up for Bullring
Birmingham chocolate manufacturers follow up TV appearance with festive opportunity.
Free author events at new independent book shop
The Heath Bookshop opening in Kings Heath.
Metal record shop pops up at city bar
Black City Records to open at Scruffy Murphy’s.
Japanese Festival coming to Digbeth
Red Brick Market to host celebration of Far East culture.
Digbeth Dining Club opens in Longbridge
New venture to provid permanent venue for expansion.
Jewellery Quarter lights up for Christmas
Christmas lights and festive displays to add retail cheer.
Discover Jewellery Quarter’s hidden gems with new app
DiscoverJQ connects local business with residents, customers and visitors.
Gourmet takeaway launches in Harborne
Former Simpsons chef opens new concept in fine dining.
Birmingham Museums Trust makes etail debut
Online shop aims to celebrate the best of Birmingham.
English Tourism Week shows regional attractions
Spotlight on West Midlands’ visitor offer as businesses reopen and rebuild.
Dragons to fire up charity drive
Mailbox hosts Birmingham Women’s & Children’s Hospital Charity dragon boat race.
New life for Queens Square
Local investor launches bold new vision to save high streets.
Restaurant chain expands further
Ladypool Road the next stop for Mak Halal.
Local cafe affiliates with national charity
Community café supports care experienced people.
Merry Hill eating outlets re-opening
Merry Hill confirms return of indoor dining at cafes and restaurants.
Digbeth Dining Club to open in Longbridge
Culinary delights all year round after move to a new space agreed.
Takeaway business booms with delivery platform
Takeaway owner swaps career in law for burger and desserts takeaway.
Museum shop to re-open
Local makers spring showcase at the Museum of the Jewellery Quarter.
PR agency East Village expands with new clients
Agency welcomes new client wins as leisure and hospitality re-opens for business.
No Basic Boutique has arrived
Online fashion brand to open retail and design outlet.
West Midlands re-opens for business
WMCA campaign highlights the region’s Covid-secure businesses.
Birmingham analysts predict summer of economic upturn
Retail set for resurgence as £50 billion shopping spree anticipated post-lockdown.
Broad Street preparing to open up again
Twelve bars and restaurants plus other businesses reopening from 12th April
Public space development announced for Longbridge
Plans unveiled for new green heart in Longbridge town centre.