Capella Bangkok has been name Best Global Hotel for Food & Drink in Food & Wine’s prestigious 2026 Global Tastemakers Awards, reinforcing its position as one of the world’s leading culinary destinations.

Liam Hirt says: “When we launched Still In Cask in 2021, the goal was simple: make cask ownership accessible to the people who actually love whisky.” Liam is also the Founder of Psychompomp Microdistillery and Circumstance Distillery in Bristol. 

Last week saw The Evolv Collection and Chefs’ Forum host lunch in the sky, inviting culinary students and top hospitality suppliers to enjoy a specially curated menu, served against the backdrop of city skyline views at 24 Stories. 

This June, Albert’s Schloss Birmingham is welcoming summer back to the city with the return of its iconic Beer Terrace, the ultimate destination for sunshine pints, Bavarian feasting and al fresco catch-ups.

A brand-new range for Bonne Maman, vibrant and refreshing natural Fruit Jelly joins the chilled dessert collection.

A brand-new McDonald’s restaurant has just opened in Birmingham Airport.

The iconic Elephant Bar at Raffles Hotel Le Royal has been named one of the “Best Global Hotel Bars” by Food & Wine magazine—one of just 10 venues selected worldwide.

Zizzi is bringing together two Italian favourites with the launch of the new Pizzanini, a playful twist on pizza designed for summer lunches on the go.

For kids with every kind of taste bud, from picky pickers to fearless food explorers, this May half term, little foodies can feast for free at Alfred Works. 

Cow & Sow is hosting a one-off brunch to kick-start the Birmingham Pride celebrations on 23rd May, from 10am to 2:00pm (last sitting at 1:30pm).

Cherry lovers rejoice - Bonne Maman welcomes new Chocolate & Cherry Patisserie Pot to the chilled desserts range.

Independent food and drink destination Society Birmingham is turning up the heat this week as Bostin Burgers, a brand-new, Birmingham-born burger concept from the team behind street food favourites Yardbirds and Pietanic, joins its line-up of traders.

Reservations are now live for Makers Place, Birmingham’s most exciting new rental community, located in the heart of the city’s iconic Jewellery Quarter.

Independent restaurant Maneki Ramen, located in Birmingham’s Jewellery Quarter, is marking its first anniversary with the launch of an intimate new Chef’s Table tasting experience, debuting on Saturday 30th May 2026.

The UK's “curry and a pint” ritual enters a new era as Bunta Beer, the UK's first non-alcoholic Indian craft beer, announces its first draught listing at The Latimer.

20,000 food and drink fans from across the Midlands have visited new Midlands food and culture venue Dockworks Waterfront in its first two months, the team behind the destination have revealed.