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February 8, 2025

Stourbridge brewery pays tribute to legacy of Banks's Sunbeam through one-off brew

February 7, 2025

'It might cost me a few quid!' Oldbury cafe owner ready to honour free sausage sandwich promise after West Brom signing

Robin Shields, left, and John Corser, right, present the cheque to Russell Tipson as Terry Astley demonstrates how the exercise machines are helping his rehabilitation

All ale and hearty as Dudley beer festival raises £750 for cardio charity

February 6, 2025

Bottle of Bulleit Bourbon whiskey

Bulleit Bourbon drops to £23 – a smooth, spicy steal for whiskey lovers

Affiliates|Feb 6

The Valentine’s Meal for Two Dine in Deal is incredible value for money

Our consumer writer chooses his ideal £15 Morrisons Dine in Valentine's meal deal

Affiliates|Feb 6

New dawn and new look for Wordsley pub as it reopens following extensive refurbishment

Brewery provides a taste of Indian brewing and living proof of hard work paying off

February 5, 2025

Cheers! Wolves boss spotted celebrating Aston Villa defeat at a local pub and he's becoming a regular

February 4, 2025

Aldi has launched a full Valentine’s Day range, which includes a "luxurious variety" of food and drink

Aldi launches Valentine's Day range with new deals - full list of items

Food and Drink|Feb 4

Paul Heaton provided a social media diary of his trip to Ludlow, taking in sights such as Ludlow Brewery. Photo: Paul Heaton

It's Happy Hour in Ludlow as singer Paul Heaton goes on a pub crawl in the town

February 3, 2025

Willow in Sutton Coldfield

The vibrant flavours of the Mediterranean coast are coming to the West Midlands at a beautiful new restaurant - here’s when

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McDonald’s launches appeal over Buffet Island restaurant refusal

February 2, 2025

'It's a massive increase in costs': West Midlands pub landlord fears the price of a pint will rise even further - here's why

Community pub on the edge of Cannock Chase renowned for high quality food and refreshing drinks

January 31, 2025

The Unicorn. Picture: Sidney Phillips

Black Country Ales continues Shropshire expansion with purchase of historic town pub

'A great surprise and honour' - Celebrations for Codsall social club named best in the country by CAMRA

January 30, 2025

Centuries of tradition for Shropshire brewery which remains one of famous four brewhouses and serves guests from across West Midlands

January 29, 2025

Beloved Milky Way chocolate returns to shelves following fan demand

Beloved Milky Way chocolate returns to shelves following fan demand

Food and Drink|Jan 29

January 28, 2025

Layla, Aoife, Isiss and Rebecca Bunger read up on the recipe for Spaghetti Carbonara

I discovered an incredible Come Dine With Me experience at a Wolverhampton youth centre

January 27, 2025

The ribbon is cut to officially reopen the Hogshead after an extensive refurbishment

Popular Wolverhampton city centre pub offers brand new experience after extensive transformation

January 26, 2025

Great beer, diverse food and warm welcome help make Wolverhampton pub heart of the community

January 25, 2025

Historic Ludlow and Brierley Hill pubs named among the best pubs in the country

Bilston pub praised as true one-off after being named on top 100 European pub list

Fancy a pre-Wolves match pint? There's more places than you might think to go drink within a mile of Molineux

The Queens Cantonese Restaurant has been a staple in Wolverhampton city centre for many years

Want to celebrate the Chinese New Year with a good meal? Here's the best takeaways in the Black Country

January 24, 2025

'I searched for the last pub in Wolverhampton selling Bank's cask mild - here's where I found it'

Wolverhampton|Jan 24

Savvy shoppers can save big on top takeaways by using cashback deals

Save up to 25% on Just Eat and Deliveroo with this savvy cashback guide

Affiliates|Jan 24

January 23, 2025

Bosh's Tassimo machines are among the simplest to use

This £100 coffee machine is now just £39.99 with 18 free Costa coffees

Affiliates|Jan 23

The food is well-presented, well cooked and very tasty

Come see Stafford pub which combines good food, cheap drinks and cosy surroundings

'I like to make beer that I would want to drink' - Bloxwich brewer talks of love of beer and passion to make beers full of flavour and character

January 22, 2025

A man drinking at the Rochester Castle Wetherspoon pub in Stoke Newington, north London

Wetherspoons calls for pub food tax cuts ahead of Budget cost increases

January 21, 2025

Trainee chefs from Halesowen College serving free hot meals to the public to raise spirits on Blue Monday.

"We wanted to raise the spirits" Halesowen college students serve up free food to public on Blue Monday

Marstons announced a return to profit in 2024 (Marstons/PA)

New year's boost and record Christmas Day sales for Wolverhampton pub chain Marston's as firm delivers trading update

Business|Jan 21

Boss fined after three mice found at 'dirty' Kingswinford pub

Kingswinford|Jan 21

Date confirmed for re-opening of popular Black Country Ales pub after big refurbishment

Food and Drink|Jan 21

January 20, 2025

Foodies might want to consider Stourbridge for its excellent restaurants. (Mr. Souvlaki Authentic Greek Cuisine, Stourbridge)

Chance of glory for grills and kebab houses across West Midlands in national awards

January 19, 2025

The historic pub offering a gateway to the Staffordshire countryside with amazing food and beer

January 18, 2025

Walsall set to welcome 'renowned' food chain in less than a month

Business|Jan 18

The Plough & Harrow has a membership scheme which provides discounts and promotional deals

Seven incredible restaurant deals to beat the January blues in and around the Black Country

January 17, 2025

The restaurant and foods store is a 'hidden gem' of Bearwood

We visited the community cafe that's called a 'hidden gem' by locals and football celebs alike

We look at the best places across the Black Country to get your chippy fix

Mark Andrews

Watch: We taste tested a selection of sausage rolls from Wolverhampton retailers - you won't believe which one came out on top

"We take the traditions of Burns Night and give them a Black Country twist" - Essington Farm gets ready to celebrate life of Robert Burns with annual toast to haggis

January 16, 2025

'It's a compliment to hear customers praise our beer' - From mash tun to tap at Rugeley brewery

New sketches show how the renovated pub will look

Wordsley pub closes doors for substantial refurbishment

Punters at Pound Bakery can snack on a fresh sausage roll for £1

Where to get your sausage rolls in Wolverhampton now that Greggs has upped its prices - including the cheapest

Wolverhampton|Jan 16

January 14, 2025

Albatross Death Cult restaurant in Birmingham

Good Food Guide Awards 2025: Every restaurant named the best in the UK - full shortlist

Wheelie Thirsty, Old Hill

Celebrated Black Country micropub closes for final time

Cradley Heath|Jan 14

The Hogshead provides a place for food and drink throughout the day. Photo: Google Street Map

One of Wolverhampton's best-known pubs on market for £2.4 million

Wolverhampton|Jan 14

January 11, 2025

Peaky Blinders creator Steven Knight gives his verdict on Birmingham Airport's new restaurant themed on hit show

Food and Drink|Jan 11

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