The Cross Spotlight Review

Santa is swapping the North Pole for Birmingham this Christmas as San Carlo on Temple Street invite families to join him for a very special Breakfast with Santa.

Get ready to roll the dice on your next night out, as a unique social gaming experience launches at Resorts World Birmingham on Tuesday 10th November, with a free prosecco for bookings made during launch week.

Discover the remarkable organisations and initiatives delivering excellent family and age-friendly arts and culture across the UK. The 2026 shortlist for the Fantastic for Families Awards, organised by Family Arts Campaign, celebrates the creativity, innovation and positive impact of cultural experiences bringing people together and enriching lives.

La Bellezza is transforming lunchtime with an order-ahead service and two brand-new pizza dough sandwiches

Fumo Waterloo Street is turning up the energy this autumn with a new Autumn/Winter cocktail menu, a spooktacular Halloween party and weekly DJ nights every Thursday as well as Friday and Saturday, from 19th November through to 31st December.

New national research by cocktail bar Manahatta revealed that more than a quarter of Brits would rather stay in bed than say yes to a last-minute invite

Comedy fans can bag a free Moth cocktail by bringing their best Halloween looks to Glee Club Birmingham on Friday 30 and Saturday 31 October

Isaac’s restaurant, located on the bottom floor of The Grand Hotel Birmingham is offering a Grand Roast Sharing Board, served every Sunday, starting from £24 per person

Cow & Sow welcomes back Roast season with their Sunday menu, featuring sharing cuts with indulgent options of English Wagyu and Chateaubriand

Award-winning Japanese restaurant and bar KIBOU has opened its seventh restaurant at 61-63 Temple Row, nestled in the heart of the Colmore Business District and facing onto Cathedral Square.

Ahead of its official opening on Thursday 22nd October, Cow & Sow’s sister brand, The Field Farmshop & Kitchen has opened bookings, and given guests a sneak preview of the menu

There was a time when experiencing exceptional food meant securing a reservation at one of the country's finest restaurants. Today, luxury dining is becoming far more personal.

Beyond Provence: Five Rosés Worth Discovering This Season

There are few things more pleasurable than a leisurely Sunday lunch, particularly when the city is bathed in sunshine and there is every excuse to slow down, settle in and enjoy an afternoon of good food and wonderful company.

There are few places in the world where fashion feels as naturally at home as it does along the French Riviera.

Brocks, a 60-cover neighbourhood restaurant, will open on Harborne High Street later this year with UCB alumni Matt Nicholls at the helm

There are country house hotels that impress you with grandeur, and then there are those that make you feel as though you have discovered somewhere that has been quietly waiting for you. Mallory Court belongs firmly in the latter category.

In Birmingham's vibrant Jewellery Quarter, where heritage meets innovation, Lasan has spent more than two decades quietly redefining what modern Indian dining can be.

Where Christmas begins with elegance, entertainment, and artisanal indulgence

There are destinations that impress, and then there are destinations that redefine expectations. Dubai firmly belongs to the latter.

Where Formula 1 meets ultimate luxury

Guests dining from Sunday to Wednesday, from 8PM to 10:30PM will receive a free glass of house wine with their meal throughout October

San Carlo welcomes Autumn with a new menu of truffle, pumpkin and Italian comfort food

Birmingham cocktail lovers have a new reason to raise a glass, as San Carlo Birmingham celebrates Negroni Week with three seriously tempting takes on one of Italy’s most iconic cocktails.

24 Stories has introduced a new set menu for £28, served on Monday to Friday, from 12-6pm

CharterWorld, in joint central agency with Otium Yachts, is delighted to share the latest news from 50m motor yacht ORIY as she prepares for an exciting new chapter.

24 Stories is celebrating Negroni month as they team up with Campari and No.3 Gin to spotlight the classic tipple, offering 3 new playful spins on the Negroni

University College Birmingham (UCB) has revealed details of new restaurant Beyond and a major transformation of Restaurant at College of Food, with both venues opening this autumn

Saint Paul’s Market, in Birmingham’s Jewellery Quarter, is celebrating its first birthday this September with five days of food, drink, live entertainment and independent makers, culminating in an artisan market on Saturday 27 September.

KIBOU Birmingham has announced that it will officially open its doors on Temple Row on Monday 12th October.

Cow & Sow has given its menu an early festive makeover, releasing bookings for the exclusive festive sharing menu including prime cuts of Wagyu, produce from the Cow & Sow farm and new indulgent desserts

Big Mamma: Pasta’ brings together 150 Italian pasta recipes, from classic ragùs to homemade orecchiette, and will be published on 8 October 2026, priced at £26

Family-owned Italian restaurant group San Carlo has a great Sunday Roast offering at both San Carlo Birmingham on Temple Street and Fumo Birmingham on Waterloo Street, bringing a contemporary take on a traditional British favourite to two of the city’s most established dining destinations.

24 Stories is marking the Bank Holiday weekend with summer sips and sophisticated dining, set against panoramic views of Birmingham.

Cow & Sow, the premium steakhouse brand with restaurants in Bristol and Birmingham has announced the opening of The Field Farmshop & Kitchen, which is set to open in Autumn 2026.

Opened in 2024 in the heart of the village, The Two Pigs combines exceptional seasonal produce with a relaxed, welcoming atmosphere, offering guests all the charm of a traditional country pub alongside food crafted with the care and attention of Michelin-starred chef Liam Dillon.

La squadra at La Bellezza has joined forces with Birmingham favourites LA-POP! to create the ultimate summer mashup: three limited-edition Italian gelato lollies inspired by Big Mamma's most legendary desserts.

Three months after announcing his search for the right successor, founder Raj Rana has confirmed that My Delhi will lead Itihaas into its next era, safeguarding the restaurant's legacy, retaining its first-class reputation while investing in its future.

Following a culinary exchange in Barcelona between Pete Dovaston, Head Chef and Owner of Maneki Ramen and Mike Davies, Head Chef at Umami Plant Based, Maneki is launching a new summer small plates menu inspired by the flavours, techniques and cultures of Japan and Spain.

Cow & Sow is offering all graduates a complimentary glass of fizz to kick-start their celebrations. Available Monday-Friday from 6th-31st July.

Dedicated Graduation Menu, available from 6th July to 2nd August.

Presented annually, the award recognises chefs who have made an outstanding contribution to the profession, celebrating both rising talent and established industry leaders from across the UK's hospitality sector.

The Midlands Food, Drink & Hospitality Awards 2026 saw double success for ART Hospitality group for both Independent businesses

Downstairs At The Grand has announced 'Six Weeks of Summer’, a new entertainment series running for 6 weeks, featuring Ibiza classics, nostalgic summer anthems and more.

Guests can enjoy three courses from either the à la carte or set lunch menu, with all dishes designed to take you to Italy and back in 60 minutes. The set menu is priced at £19 for antipasti and main, with dolci available for an extra £5

The opening marks the third restaurant within the Baresca Tapas brand, joining Escabeche in West Bridgford and Baresca Nottingham, which is celebrating its tenth anniversary this year.

Birmingham Restaurant Festival has revealed the final list of 60 restaurants, the highest number of participating eateries in its history, and the exclusive menus that will offer foodies exciting and affordable dining experiences from 1st to 31st August.

Lucarelli imports ingredients directly from Italy to give guests the true taste of Italia in the heart of Birmingham.

One of Birmingham's favourite summer drinking spots is making a welcome return, as the popular Peroni Piazza reopens at St Martin's Balcony for the season.

Father’s Day is just around the corner and we’ve got some perfect gifting ideas and events lined up for the big day!

Cow & Sow is launching a new menu in time for summer featuring fresh, organic produce delivered straight from their Kitchen Farm and English Wagyu beef sourced directly from Yorkshire.

Birmingham Cocktail Weekend returns from 9th–12th July 2026, bringing four days of cocktails, events and city-wide celebrations to Birmingham, with Edgbaston Village is pouring in on the action

Loki Wine operates three venues in Birmingham City Centre, Edgbaston and Knowle, specialising in high-quality wines with expert staff who can recommend bottles for any occasion

Nuthurst Grange: Tucked quietly within the Warwickshire countryside, just beyond the bustle of the Midlands, Nuthurst Grange represents a style of hospitality that has become increasingly rare in modern Britain.

In the upper echelon of global travel, yacht harbours are no longer functional maritime infrastructures. They are curated luxury ecosystems, engineered as much for atmosphere as for anchorage.

This tiny French Caribbean territory, barely ten square miles in size, has quietly evolved into one of the most exclusive destinations on earth. It is a place where superyachts glide into Gustavia Harbour like clockwork during high season, where Hermès sits comfortably beside local boulangeries, and where privacy is not marketed. It is assumed. For travellers who measure luxury not in spectacle but in subtlety, St Barts represents a masterclass in elevated island living.

Chefs from The Evolv Collection’s 24 Stories, 20 Stories in Manchester and 14 Stories in London came together to host a Chefs’ Forum lunch with support from students from Birmingham’s South & City College

Cow & Sow, the B Corp certified, premium steakhouse group with restaurants across Bristol and Birmingham, has announced the opening of a Kitchen Farm.

Cow & Sow is hosting a Pride Brunch on 23rd May to kick-start the festivities, making donations to Birmingham LGBT

Regina’s Bar, celebrated its first anniversary with the elegance, energy, immersive dining experience and Charity Fundraiser.

Ahead of its official opening on Monday 20th April, Blacklock has announced that bookings are now live, following record-breaking demand for its soft launch, with all reservations snapped up in just a few moments.

To celebrate The Grand Hotel Birmingham will be launching 5 collaborations throughout the year, starting with an Artist Residency taking over guest suites

Returning in August for its fifth year, Birmingham Restaurant Festival has revealed the first 29 participating restaurants, including Michelin-starred The Wilderness and Adams, 670 grams and 24 Stories.

The Evolv Collection Expands Tavern Brand with Two New Openings Across Birmingham and New York

Inspired by a trip to New York, the space is reimagined as a light-filled interior with art at its core. The new, brighter, and more open interior features clean white walls, decorated with Birmingham-inspired artwork, strengthening the restaurant’s connection to the city.

Celebrate Mother’s Day in luxury at The Grand Hotel Birmingham, with afternoon tea, a classic Sunday Roast, or a glamorous evening of live music and fine dining

Inspired by History’s Greatest Love Stories This Valentine’s Day

The much-loved chophouse brings Big Chops, Big Roasts and plenty of chop love to the heart of the city on 20 April 2026

The residency will take place in the ground floor bar at 24 Stories from Saturday 7th - Saturday 28th February

The new independent restaurant is set to open in Birmingham’s Jewellery Quarter

Birmingham Light Festival will return in February, shining a light on the very best local artists and performers 

How Space, Wilderness and Restraint Define Modern Safari Luxury

Introducing the SWEALTHY BOOK CLUB, a new regular feature where our book gurus curate the top ten titles from each edition’s genre.

The contemporary charm of Stratford-upon-Avon

From the moment we stepped into Cuubo on Harborne High Street, Birmingham, the tone was set.

From Harborne to Italy: The Quiet Rise of Cuubo

Nestled in the heart of the picturesque village of Abberley, The Manor at Abberley offers an elegant retreat for those seeking a refined British countryside escape.

In the upper echelons of British society, luxury is no longer defined by excess alone.

At the Birmingham Botanical Gardens, internationally renowned artist Luke Jerram presents Tipping Point, an immersive outdoor installation running throughout the festival dates.

As winter sets in and the nights draw close, the UK bursts into colour and sparkle with festive markets that light up towns and cities across the country.

Christmas is Edgbaston Village

FOR MOST CHEFS, A SATURDAY AT VILLA PARK MEANS SWITCHING OFF THE PASS AND SWITCHING ON THE MATCH. FOR BRAD CARTER, IT NOW MEANS BOTH.

From the quiet of the new mexico desert to the edge of space, a handful of travellers experience a journey that blends engineering, elegance, and a view of the earth few will ever see.

A journey through the wonders of Sabah

The former Grade II 19th-century inn, now a celebrated gastropub overseen by Executive Chef Adam Bennett boasts a Michelin star, three AA rosettes and a Good Food Award Gold Seal.

The Rising Popularity of Private Jet Charters in the UK

Redefining estate agency for the modern Midlands

FOR ALL ITS SPARKLE AND SENTIMENT, CHRISTMAS CAN BE AN EXHAUSTING TIME.

WHERE CHRISTMAS BEGINS WITH ELEGANCE, ENTERTAINMENT, AND ARTISANAL INDULGENCE.

First Class Journeys On The Orient Express

In today’s wellness-driven world, food goes beyond basic nutrition. It reflects a desire to live longer, care for ourselves, and make intentional choices.

‍When it comes to cooking with a conscience, chef director David Taylor and his team at Grace and Savour can’t be faulted.

Nestled in the heart of the city, Grand Hotel Birmingham offers a refined escape where timeless elegance meets modern convenience.

When it came to choosing starters, our waiter noticed we were torn between several tempting options.

For those who seek silence, beauty, and spiritual luxury beyond the predictable, Bhutan offers a path less travelled - a journey into a kingdom that lives, breathes, and believes in stillness.

10 Luxury Essentials For The Modern Traveller

From Hitchcock to Steven Soderbergh and Casino Royale’s Martin Campbell, Lake Como in Italy’s Lombardy region exudes, charm, luxury and beauty.

Perhaps no possession embodies lasting allure quite like a classic car.

There's nothing quite like being at sea, and no experience that rivals stepping aboard a super-yacht tailored entirely to your tastes.

You could be the King and Queen of your very own castle for the day if you choose to get married at Peckforton Castle.