Author: Karen Contrino

The “Birmingham Innovation Quarter: Innovation for Inclusive Growth” event was part of Birmingham Tech Week It was jointly hosted event by Aston University and Bruntwood SciTech Part of the annual five-day event, which is the UK’s largest regional tech festival and conference. l-r Professor Zoe Radnor Pro Vice-Chancellor and Executive Dean for the College of Business and Social Sciences, Professor Mike Caine Pro-Vice-Chancellor (Engagement & Innovation), regional director of Bruntwood SciTech Rob Valentine, Professor Anthony Hilton Pro Vice-Chancellor and Executive Dean for the College of Health and Life Sciences, Luke Southan Head Of Research Commercialisation Aston University and Bruntwood SciTech have showcased…

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Heart breakfast’s Amanda Holden and Ashley Roberts brought the snow to Leicester Square – officially ‘switching on Christmas’. The host and showbiz reporter donned their sexy Santa and skimpy Elf costumes to mark the start of the season. They were surprised by co-host Jason King, who presented the duo with a big red button featuring the words ‘press for snow’. As soon as it was pressed, snow swirled into the air, creating an instant festive wonderland. Heart’s Christmas switch-on includes the radio station playing its first Christmas song on air – Mariah Carey’s ‘All I Want for Christmas is You’.…

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The Metropole Bar & Terrace Recognised as a Traveler-Favourite Restaurant The Metropole Bar & Terrace is pleased to announce that it has been recognised in Tripadivsor’s® Travelers’ Choice® Awards for 2024. The award honors businesses that consistently earn great reviews, placing them among the top 10% of listings around the world on Tripadvisor. As the world’s largest travel guidance platform, Tripadvisor has unparalleled authority with travellers and diners. This award is based on genuine feedback from anyone in the community who has visited and left an authentic, first-hand review on Tripadvisor over a 12-month period, making it a valuable and…

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ALL I WANT FOR CHRISTMAS IS… AN ALL THE TRIMMINGS PIZZA PAPA JOHNS UNVEILS A NEW FESTIVE TRADITION WITH THE ALL-NEW FESTIVE RANGE AND ALL THE TRIMMINGS PIZZA Papa Johns is bringing all the flavours of a traditional Christmas meal to its menu with the launch of All the Trimmings – a limited-edition pizza topped with succulent seasoned pulled turkey, sage sprouts and onions, and crumbled potato tots on a delicious gravy base made with rich chicken broth, topped with a cranberry drizzle, and served with a side of gravy mayo dip (go, go, go ho, ho, ho). Just when you thought Christmas came early, the pizza giant has also introduced a variety of festive sides and desserts.…

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The Gantry’s Artisan Christmas Market will take place on Saturday 30th November and Sunday 1st December from 12-5pm. Celebrating London talent and creativity, the market promises local craft that can’t be found on the high-street, indulgent sweet treats to feast on, delicious mulled wine and festive cocktails and wreath making workshops with a soulful soundtrack provided by live choirs. Located on the first floor of the beautiful design hotel, guests can join in on the festive fun whilst escaping the cold and busy streets of London and nearby busy Westfield. Meander through the array of stalls – including stunning jewellery, accessories, cards, and gifts, as…

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This holiday season, elevate your festive gifting with Baked By Steph’s latest collection of Christmas Hampers, designed to bring joy and sweet treats to your doorstep. Known for their signature cookies and beautifully handcrafted bakes, Baked By Steph has curated a range of hampers that are perfect for gifting or adding a touch of sweetness to your own celebrations. Each hamper is brimming with seasonal delights, from personalised iced cookies to indulgent macarons, all crafted with the quality and care that Baked By Steph is renowned for. With options to suit every taste and budget, Baked By Steph’s Christmas Hampers are the ideal way to spread festive cheer. Whether you’re…

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The leading hospitality bosses that sit on the UKHospitality board are warning of the unprecedented damage the rise to employment costs will inflict on the sector. Kate Nicholls, Chief Executive of UKHospitality, and UKHospitality board members, which includes the bosses of Fuller’s, Stonegate Group and Whitbread, have written to the Chancellor, supported by a further 209 hospitality businesses, to outline the impacts the additional £3.4 billion in cost facing hospitality in April will have. They warn that the cost increases will cause: Small business closures within a year. Businesses to reconsider investment plans. Jobs to be drastically cut. Hours for team…

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Somewhere by Nico unveils its latest immersive cocktail experience inspired by Lewis Carroll’s literary classic – Alice in Wonderland The menu will run at Somewhere by Nico in both Edinburgh on Charlotte Lane and Glasgow on Byres Road. Edinburgh will run the theme from 25th November – 5th January 2025, and Glasgow from 27th November to 5th January 2025, with bookings starting at £45 per person.   Prepare to tumble into a world of magic and mixology with Somewhere by Nico’s latest themed cocktail experience – ‘Down the Rabbit Hole’. Inspired by the magical world of Alice in Wonderland, this five-course cocktail journey is…

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A former Michelin level pastry chef has launched a new range of healthy granola after the owner accessed specialist support from Business Gateway. Jacqueline Thompson set up The Golden Bottom Bakery in March 2024, after spotting a gap in the market for granola made using quality Scottish oats. The business produces a range of high-quality, artisan granola products. Oats used at The Golden Bottom Bakery come from a farm in Ellon, in the North-East of Scotland, where its close proximity to the North Sea and space between the plants in the field grows high-quality, creamy grains. The granolas Jacqueline has…

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It’s looking a lot like Christmas at London’s sky-high venue, theSky Garden, where a Moët & Chandon festive pop-up awaits on the 35th floor, whilst just two storeys up, it’s all about raclette at the Alpine Terrace. Add live music from ALR, DJs and delicious dining options at Darwin Brasserie and Fenchurch Restaurant to the mix, and there’s no better place to get those seasonal parties started. MOËT & CHANDON FESTIVE POP-UP Sky Garden’s Festive Bar — crafted in collaboration with Moët & Chandon – provides all the sparkle you need this Christmas. Enjoy Moët & Chandon cocktails at the…

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