Please note, Jailbird closed permanently in January 2019. The Lasan Group have added a new venue to their repertoire, in the form of New York seafood and steak restaurant, Jailbird. Located in the building once occupied by Nosh & Quaff, Jailbird is like Nosh & Quaff's older, more sophisticated sister. New York vibes There's still plenty of enormous meaty dishes … Continue reading Jailbird, Birmingham
For June and July, Edinburgh Gin have teamed up with Harvey Nichols to create the ultimate Gin Afternoon Tea. Harvey Nichols' chefs have created a menu inspired by (and using) the various gins and their botanicals, and Edinburgh Gin have created a list of cocktails to go alongside it. So naturally, I had to go and investigate. I … Continue reading Edinburgh Gin Afternoon Tea at Harvey Nichols, Birmingham
Possibly one of Birmingham's most iconic buildings, The Cube is tucked away on the canal side, full of a range of options to eat, work and play. You'll find a luxe hotel, restaurants galore, a spa and soon, even a bowling alley. I was invited to join some fellow bloggers on a guided adventure around The Cube, … Continue reading Exploring The Cube, Birmingham
Rico Libre is one of my favourite spots in Birmingham. Tucked away on a Digbeth back street is the last place you'd expect to find good quality, bargain Tapas, but that's exactly what Rico Libre is. unexpected gem Since my last visit, Rice Libre has a little face-lift, and is now a clean, white space, with … Continue reading Rico Libre
Birthday weekends are for eating too much, if you ask me, so with two birthdays to celebrate last weekend (mine, and my fiance's best friend), we decided to head to Anderson's Bar & Grill to eat lots of delicious steak. the restaurant Anderson's is tucked away under St Paul's Square, in eighteenth century cellars. With vaulted … Continue reading Anderson’s Bar and Grill, Birmingham
If somebody suggested you go for dinner in a retirement village, you'd probably think they were a bit peculiar and make a mental note not to ask them for recommendations anymore. However, in Edgbaston, you really should go for dinner in a retirement village. Audley St George's Place is no ordinary retirement village of course. Instead, … Continue reading Three Church Road, Birmingham
I love a hidden gem, and Birmingham is full of them. Unexpected places serving up beautiful food. I'd been hearing whispers that Don Diego was one of those places, so when I was invited to join Laura and her husband there for a double date, I was excited to find out if the rumours were true. … Continue reading Don Diego, Birmingham
The sun actually came out this weekend in Birmingham, so naturally there was only one thing to do. Head for brunch in the sun. Having dribbled over the new brunch menu, Laura and I did just that, and took ourselves for breakfast at Gusto. the drinks Neither of us need much excuse to drink outside of … Continue reading Gusto, Birmingham
Instead of going for the traditional giant roast, over the Easter weekend, Dave and I decided to treat ourselves to dinner at Chez Mal Brasserie. the venue Chez Mal in the evening is a very cool, dark, moody space with neon lighting and lots of leather furniture. Ideal for a date night! We grabbed a booth … Continue reading Chez Mal Brasserie, Birmingham
A few weeks ago, I managed to win dinner for at Hotel du Vin Bistro, through a Love Brum Twitter contest. I've visited the pub and the Bubble bar at HDV many a time, but I've never eaten at the Bistro, so I was excited to try it out. the restaurant The Bistro is in a similar style … Continue reading Hotel Du Vin Bistro, Birmingham
