Food and Drink News & Updates
Bangers and mash have helped the West Midlands to strengthen economic ties with a state in Germany to help boost trade between the two regions.
University College Birmingham has acquired The Cube Hotel and Marco Pierre White restaurant as the first phase of a £15 million investment programme set to transform hospitality training in the city.
A talented young pupil from Walsall is celebrating national success after winning Tesco’s Giant Fruit and Veg Challenge, with her healthy recipe now being rolled out to more than 1,500 school canteens across the UK.
- 21st July 2026
A new community kitchen has opened in Dovecotes in the city, giving residents the chance to learn new skills, eat well and healthily while they enjoy being together with their friends and loved ones.
A locally trained chef, who returned to his roots to launch an inspirational community based culinary school for young people, has been recognised at this year’s Audit Learner Awards.
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Luke Tipping, former executive chef director of Simpson’s restaurant in Birmingham, has joined global communications agency Liquid as a chef consultant.
Get ready for the very best 12-hour community festival at Harborough Town FC on July 26th, 2026! The Harborough Hornets' 12-Hour Walking Football Event supports Prostate Cancer UK, featuring a high-profile celebrity match, live bands, and £2,000+ in tombola prizes for the ultimate family day out! FREE ENTRY!
- 3rd July 2026
Kumar & Company, a West Midlands-based auctioneers and asset recovery specialists, have been appointed to sell the entire stock of Britpack UK Ltd T/A Catering Essentials Warehouse by an online timed auction.