Lifestyle https://www.thephoenixnewspaper.com/news/lifestyle/food/feed/atom/ 2026-05-30T13:31:03+01:00 Phoenix Newspaper The Phoenix Newspaper UK | Latest news in UK | Positive news | Inspiring The Next Generation Capella Bangkok named Best Global Hotel for Food & Drink in Food & Wine's 2026 Global Tastemakers Awards 2026-05-29T23:04:47+01:00 2026-05-29T23:04:47+01:00 https://www.thephoenixnewspaper.com/capella-bangkok-named-best-global-hotel-for-food-drink-in-food-wine-s-2026-global-tastemakers-awards Super User <p><img src="https://thephoenixnewspaper.com/images/FOOD_-_Capella_Bangkok_named_Best_Global_Hotel_for_Food_Drink_in_Food_Wines_2026_Global_Tastemakers_Awards.docx.jpg" /></p><p><a href="https://capellahotels.com/en/capella-bangkok">Capella Bangkok</a>&nbsp;has been name Best Global Hotel for Food &amp; Drink in Food &amp; Wine’s prestigious 2026 Global Tastemakers Awards, reinforcing its position as one of the world’s leading culinary destinations.</p> <p><img src="https://thephoenixnewspaper.com/images/FOOD_-_Capella_Bangkok_named_Best_Global_Hotel_for_Food_Drink_in_Food_Wines_2026_Global_Tastemakers_Awards.docx.jpg" /></p><p><a href="https://capellahotels.com/en/capella-bangkok">Capella Bangkok</a>&nbsp;has been name Best Global Hotel for Food &amp; Drink in Food &amp; Wine’s prestigious 2026 Global Tastemakers Awards, reinforcing its position as one of the world’s leading culinary destinations.</p> Still In Cask blockchain whisky investment platform sees 30% year-on-year growth 2026-05-29T23:00:16+01:00 2026-05-29T23:00:16+01:00 https://www.thephoenixnewspaper.com/still-in-cask-blockchain-whisky-investment-platform-sees-30-year-on-year-growth Super User <p><img src="https://thephoenixnewspaper.com/images/111download.jpg" /></p><p>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.&nbsp;</p> <p><img src="https://thephoenixnewspaper.com/images/111download.jpg" /></p><p>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.&nbsp;</p> Chefs from across the Stories collection collaborate to host lunch in the sky 2026-05-27T22:45:56+01:00 2026-05-27T22:45:56+01:00 https://www.thephoenixnewspaper.com/chefs-from-across-the-stories-collection-collaborate-to-host-lunch-in-the-sky Super User <p><img src="https://thephoenixnewspaper.com/images/FOOD_-_Chefs_from_across_the_Stories_collection_collaborate_to_host_lunch_in_the_sky1.jpg" /></p><p>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.&nbsp;</p> <p><img src="https://thephoenixnewspaper.com/images/FOOD_-_Chefs_from_across_the_Stories_collection_collaborate_to_host_lunch_in_the_sky1.jpg" /></p><p>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.&nbsp;</p> Albert’s Schloss Birmingham brings back its Beer Terrace for Summer 2026-05-26T21:14:46+01:00 2026-05-26T21:14:46+01:00 https://www.thephoenixnewspaper.com/alberts-schloss-birmingham-brings-back-its-beer-terrace-for-summer Super User <p><img src="https://thephoenixnewspaper.com/images/FOOD_-_Alberts_Schloss_Birmingham_brings_back_its_Beer_Terrace_for_Summer.jpeg" /></p><p>This June, <a href="https://www.albertsschloss.com/">Albert’s Schloss</a> 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.</p> <p><img src="https://thephoenixnewspaper.com/images/FOOD_-_Alberts_Schloss_Birmingham_brings_back_its_Beer_Terrace_for_Summer.jpeg" /></p><p>This June, <a href="https://www.albertsschloss.com/">Albert’s Schloss</a> 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.</p> Introducing the new Bonne Maman natural Fruit Jelly 2026-05-26T21:11:45+01:00 2026-05-26T21:11:45+01:00 https://www.thephoenixnewspaper.com/introducing-the-new-bonne-maman-natural-fruit-jelly Super User <p><img src="https://thephoenixnewspaper.com/images/FOOD_-_Introducing_the_new_Bonne_Maman_natural_Fruit_Jelly1.jpg" /></p><p>A brand-new range for Bonne Maman, vibrant and refreshing natural Fruit Jelly joins the chilled dessert collection.</p> <p><img src="https://thephoenixnewspaper.com/images/FOOD_-_Introducing_the_new_Bonne_Maman_natural_Fruit_Jelly1.jpg" /></p><p>A brand-new range for Bonne Maman, vibrant and refreshing natural Fruit Jelly joins the chilled dessert collection.</p> A brand-new McDonald’s restaurant opens in Birmingham Airport 2026-05-21T07:34:07+01:00 2026-05-21T07:34:07+01:00 https://www.thephoenixnewspaper.com/a-brand-new-mcdonalds-restaurant-opens-in-birmingham-airport Super User <p><img src="https://thephoenixnewspaper.com/images/FOOD_-_A_brand-new_McDonalds_restaurant_opens_in_Birmingham_Airport1.jpg" /></p><p>A brand-new McDonald’s restaurant has just opened in Birmingham Airport.</p> <p><img src="https://thephoenixnewspaper.com/images/FOOD_-_A_brand-new_McDonalds_restaurant_opens_in_Birmingham_Airport1.jpg" /></p><p>A brand-new McDonald’s restaurant has just opened in Birmingham Airport.</p> Raffles Hotel Le Royal’s Elephant Bar is one of world’s top 10 hotel bars: Food & Wine 2026-05-21T07:27:43+01:00 2026-05-21T07:27:43+01:00 https://www.thephoenixnewspaper.com/raffles-hotel-le-royals-elephant-bar-is-one-of-worlds-top-10-hotel-bars-food-wine Super User <p><img src="https://thephoenixnewspaper.com/images/FOOD_-_Raffles_Hotel_Le_Royals_Elephant_Bar_is_one_of_worlds_top_10_hotel_bars.jpg" /></p><p>The iconic Elephant Bar at Raffles Hotel Le Royal has been named one of the “Best Global Hotel Bars” by Food &amp; Wine magazine—one of just 10 venues selected worldwide.</p> <p><img src="https://thephoenixnewspaper.com/images/FOOD_-_Raffles_Hotel_Le_Royals_Elephant_Bar_is_one_of_worlds_top_10_hotel_bars.jpg" /></p><p>The iconic Elephant Bar at Raffles Hotel Le Royal has been named one of the “Best Global Hotel Bars” by Food &amp; Wine magazine—one of just 10 venues selected worldwide.</p> Zizzi launches the ultimate summer lunch menu with the introduction of the Pizzanini 2026-05-18T19:03:20+01:00 2026-05-18T19:03:20+01:00 https://www.thephoenixnewspaper.com/zizzi-launches-the-ultimate-summer-lunch-menu-with-the-introduction-of-the-pizzanini Super User <p><img src="https://thephoenixnewspaper.com/images/FOOD_-_Zizzi_launches_the_ultimate_summer_lunch_menu_with_the_introduction_of_the_Pizzanini1.jpg" /></p><p>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.</p> <p><img src="https://thephoenixnewspaper.com/images/FOOD_-_Zizzi_launches_the_ultimate_summer_lunch_menu_with_the_introduction_of_the_Pizzanini1.jpg" /></p><p>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.</p> Kids eat free this May half term at Alfred Works 2026-05-12T17:44:27+01:00 2026-05-12T17:44:27+01:00 https://www.thephoenixnewspaper.com/kids-eat-free-this-may-half-term-at-alfred-works Super User <p><img src="https://thephoenixnewspaper.com/images/FOOD_-_Kids_eat_free_this_May_half_term_at_Alfred_Works.jpg" /></p><p>For&nbsp;kids&nbsp;with every kind of taste bud, from picky pickers to fearless food explorers, this May half term, little foodies can feast for&nbsp;free&nbsp;at Alfred Works.&nbsp;</p> <p><img src="https://thephoenixnewspaper.com/images/FOOD_-_Kids_eat_free_this_May_half_term_at_Alfred_Works.jpg" /></p><p>For&nbsp;kids&nbsp;with every kind of taste bud, from picky pickers to fearless food explorers, this May half term, little foodies can feast for&nbsp;free&nbsp;at Alfred Works.&nbsp;</p> Kick off Birmingham Pride with brunch at Cow & Sow 2026-05-09T14:18:30+01:00 2026-05-09T14:18:30+01:00 https://www.thephoenixnewspaper.com/kick-off-birmingham-pride-with-brunch-at-cow-sow Super User <p><img src="https://thephoenixnewspaper.com/images/FOOD_-_Kick_off_Birmingham_Pride_with_brunch_at_CowSow1.jpg" /></p><p>Cow &amp; 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).</p> <p><img src="https://thephoenixnewspaper.com/images/FOOD_-_Kick_off_Birmingham_Pride_with_brunch_at_CowSow1.jpg" /></p><p>Cow &amp; 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).</p> New Chocolate & Cherry Patisserie Pot from Bonne Maman 2026-05-08T20:31:03+01:00 2026-05-08T20:31:03+01:00 https://www.thephoenixnewspaper.com/new-chocolate-cherry-patisserie-pot-from-bonne-maman Super User <p><img src="https://thephoenixnewspaper.com/images/12download11222.jpg" /></p><p>Cherry lovers rejoice - Bonne Maman welcomes new&nbsp;<a href="https://www.bonnemaman.co.uk/products/chocolate-cherry-patisserie-pot">Chocolate &amp; Cherry Patisserie Pot</a>&nbsp;to the chilled desserts range.</p> <p><img src="https://thephoenixnewspaper.com/images/12download11222.jpg" /></p><p>Cherry lovers rejoice - Bonne Maman welcomes new&nbsp;<a href="https://www.bonnemaman.co.uk/products/chocolate-cherry-patisserie-pot">Chocolate &amp; Cherry Patisserie Pot</a>&nbsp;to the chilled desserts range.</p> Free burgers to mark Bostin Burgers’ arrival at Society Birmingham 2026-05-07T19:38:56+01:00 2026-05-07T19:38:56+01:00 https://www.thephoenixnewspaper.com/free-burgers-to-mark-bostin-burgers-arrival-at-society-birmingham Super User <p><img src="https://thephoenixnewspaper.com/images/FOOD_-_Free_burgers_to_mark_Bostin_Burgers_arrival_at_Society_Birmingham1.jpg" /></p><p>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.</p> <p><img src="https://thephoenixnewspaper.com/images/FOOD_-_Free_burgers_to_mark_Bostin_Burgers_arrival_at_Society_Birmingham1.jpg" /></p><p>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.</p> Reservations go live at Makers Place in Birmingham’s Jewellery Quarter 2026-05-06T21:00:41+01:00 2026-05-06T21:00:41+01:00 https://www.thephoenixnewspaper.com/reservations-go-live-at-makers-place-in-birminghams-jewellery-quarter Super User <p><img src="https://thephoenixnewspaper.com/images/FOOD_-_11122.jpg" /></p><p>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.</p> <p><img src="https://thephoenixnewspaper.com/images/FOOD_-_11122.jpg" /></p><p>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.</p> Maneki Ramen launches exclusive Chef’s Table tasting menu to celebrate first anniversary 2026-05-05T20:39:35+01:00 2026-05-05T20:39:35+01:00 https://www.thephoenixnewspaper.com/maneki-ramen-launches-exclusive-chefs-table-tasting-menu-to-celebrate-first-anniversary Super User <p><img src="https://thephoenixnewspaper.com/images/FOOD1_-_Maneki_Ramen_launches_exclusive_Chefs_Table_tasting_menu_to_celebrate_first_anniversary.jpg" /></p><p>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.</p> <p><img src="https://thephoenixnewspaper.com/images/FOOD1_-_Maneki_Ramen_launches_exclusive_Chefs_Table_tasting_menu_to_celebrate_first_anniversary.jpg" /></p><p>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.</p> Taste on tap: Draught debut for UK's first non-alcohol Indian craft beer 2026-05-03T21:23:34+01:00 2026-05-03T21:23:34+01:00 https://www.thephoenixnewspaper.com/taste-on-tap-draught-debut-for-uk-s-first-non-alcohol-indian-craft-beer Super User <p><img src="https://thephoenixnewspaper.com/images/FOOD_-_Taste_on_tap-Draught_debut_for_UKs_first_non-alc_Indian_craft_beer1.png" /></p><p>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&nbsp;<a href="https://thelatimer.co.uk/">The&nbsp;Latimer.</a></p> <p><img src="https://thephoenixnewspaper.com/images/FOOD_-_Taste_on_tap-Draught_debut_for_UKs_first_non-alc_Indian_craft_beer1.png" /></p><p>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&nbsp;<a href="https://thelatimer.co.uk/">The&nbsp;Latimer.</a></p> New Midlands food and culture venue set for summer after opening success 2026-04-28T20:10:24+01:00 2026-04-28T20:10:24+01:00 https://www.thephoenixnewspaper.com/new-midlands-food-and-culture-venue-set-for-summer-after-opening-success Super User <p><img src="https://thephoenixnewspaper.com/images/FOOD_-_New_Midlands_food_and_culture_venue_set_for_summer_after_opening_success.jpeg" /></p><p>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.</p> <p><img src="https://thephoenixnewspaper.com/images/FOOD_-_New_Midlands_food_and_culture_venue_set_for_summer_after_opening_success.jpeg" /></p><p>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.</p>