This is a great way to end a week of lockdown frugality
Lockdown has encouraged an attitude of frugality that has endured even now that shops are better stocked. At least, that’s the case in my…
Birmingham
We’ll have to wait longer for Dishoom to open in Birmingham
The opening of Birmingham’s long-awaited Dishoom cafe has been put on hold because of the coronavirus crisis. The eagerly-anticipated new outlet, located at One…
Here’s the lowdown on Birmingham’s new Dishoom
Here’s what to expect when Bombay café Dishoom opens a new restaurant in Birmingham early next year. Dishoom Birmingham will open in spring and…
I’m an idiot for not visiting this place sooner
On Saturday morning, I gave myself a good talking to. And, were I not irreversibly opposed to violence of all sorts, I may well…
This place has rediscovered its sparkle
Whitebait and marie rose sauce – a dish straight out of a 1970s cookbook and one that might draw sneers from snooty food lovers….
Find out about this new way to discover great places to eat and drink
The online independent restaurant, bar and street food discovery platform Wriggle has launched in Birmingham – ready to showcase and support the city’s amazing…
This newcomer was a bit of a flop for me
There are few things in life that are better for being floppy. And sogginess merely adds to the risk of failing to deliver satisfaction….
Have you eaten at this fantastic little newcomer?
Were I to find myself on Death Row sentenced for crimes against the English language – and dreading the compulsory TV interview with super-twat…
Whenever I grow weary of Michelin-starred places…
Whenever I fall a bit out of love with Michelin-starred restaurants, a visit to Simpsons helps to revive my flagging passion. Here’s a restaurant…
Here’s a offer that will tempt hungry burger lovers
Birmingham is getting its own Bottomless Burger Club. The initiative will launch at city centre bar and restaurant Kongs on Sunday May 12. The…