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BBC News
28-05-2025
- Entertainment
- BBC News
Street food pop-up comes to Blakesley Hall
One of Birmingham's oldest buildings will host a street food evening next Dining Club (DDC) will hold the pop-up event on 27 June in the grounds of Blakesley Hall, a Grade-II listed Tudor farmhouse in has previously held pop-ups at Midlands landmarks such as Warwick Castle and the Black Country Living Hall, built in 1590, is steeped in history according to the Birmingham Museums Trust. DDC said it had partnered with the trust, which looks after nine museums on behalf of the city council, in order to put on the runs an annual summer tour of pop-up events across the Midlands, with more than 40 events planned for this year so far. Follow BBC Birmingham on BBC Sounds, Facebook, X and Instagram.
Yahoo
21-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Summer gets off to a delicious start at Waterfront street food festival
IF you asked me to describe my perfect summer evening, it would involve some sort of combination of good food, a good pint and good company – and Digbeth Dining Club's first instalment of its 2025 summer tour ticked all of those boxes. The sun was shining as I wandered down to the Waterfront, delighted to have dusted off my sunglasses in April, excited to see what the array of vendors had to offer at the Waterfront Dining Club. As my plus ones were fashionably late, I was able to enjoy a pint overlooking the glistening canal, fully taking in the summery vibes. I tried a Strawberry beer courtesy of Bayleys of Bromsgrove and was pleasantly surprised – the fruity notes made for a unique taste that I would definitely get again. I tried a delicious strawberry beer (Image: Olivia Warburton / NQ) After enjoying my drink, the music and all-round buzzing atmosphere, it was time to move on to the main event – the food! I will admit, some food vendors had longer wait times than others, however, the Waterfront was packed (which in itself was a nice sight), with every dish made to order, so it was without doubt worth the wait. We first tucked into some masala fries from Mrs Patel's, which packed the perfect amount of punch. They were a firm favourite, along with the Louisiana Po Boy sub from Street Chef that was doused in the most delicious hot source. Another standout dish curtesy of Street Chef were the vegetable gyozas that were packed with flavour and were unexpectedly complemented by the fiery American-style hot sauce. The food was all 10/10 (Image: Olivia Warburton / NQ) However, perhaps my party's most talked-about dish of the evening was the firecracker honey fried chicken from Chatty Patty – simply a 10/10. I only wish I had the time (and stomach) to try more of the vendors – there was everything from Mexican food and Asian cuisine to gyros and loaded fries. Overall, the Waterfront Dining Club made for a deliciously wonderful evening, that was made all the more better thanks to the glorious sunshine. I am already looking forward to the next event! Olivia was invited down to try the Waterfront Dining Club and was kindly gifted her food and drinks free of charge.
Yahoo
28-03-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Helen Skelton to host Last Night of the Proms at castle
Helen Skelton is set to host a special 'last night of the proms' concert at Carlisle Castle in July. The UK Proms in the Park tour 2025 is set to arrive in Carlisle for two nights at Carlisle Castle and will feature the UK dance anthems orchestra and the UK proms orchestra on July 4 and 5. The last night of the proms is one of the most iconic classical music concerts in the world and features some of the finest classical music in the world when it is held at the Royal Albert Hall in September. The UK proms weekend kicks off in Carlisle with the 30-piece dance anthems orchestra who will take the audience on a 'pulsating journey' through the past four decades of classic dance tunes with soloists and dancers. On Saturday, July 5, Carlisle Castle will be the venue for a night full of pomp and circumstance as the UK proms orchestra and a host of special guests take the audience on a journey through some of the most loved classical pieces from TV, film and theatre, featuring all the classics from the Last Night of the Proms. Helen Skelton (Image: Steve Morgan) UK Proms Director and co-founder Peter Metcalfe said: 'We wanted to provide people across Carlisle a 'Last Night of The Prom' experience on their doorstep. Carlisle Castle is the perfect venue, and this year it promises to be bigger and better than ever.' The event is set to play host to three bars and street food will be on offer from the award-winning Digbeth Dining Club. Tickets for both nights are available online now. READ MORE: Carlisle cafe owner urges sun safety after skin cancer diagnosis | News and Star UK Proms Artistic Director and co-founder, Holly Teague commented: 'We are so excited to be joined by such talented presenters and artists this year. Carlisle Castle was such a special concert for us last year, and this year we've tweaked and tuned the programmes for both evenings to give you more of everything. 'More music, more singing, more dancing, more fun. 'We are so looking forward to taking our fabulous orchestra on tour, led by conductors David Danford and Joe Davies.'
BBC News
15-03-2025
- Entertainment
- BBC News
West Midlands street food tour to showcase regional food scene
Street food stalls will be springing up in Midlands towns, cities and countryside as the weather warms up after a street food event operator unveiled dates for its 2025 than 40 Digbeth Dining Club events are taking place between April and September and director Bobby Barnes said the club was "buzzing to be back on the road".He said the tour would bring "good food, good vibes and good people to every corner of the West Midlands".Organisers wanted everyone to experience the region's "vibrant" food scene, he said. The first pop-up event will take place at The Waterfront in Brierley Hill on 11 April, followed by Codsall Dining Club on Easter said further dates were planned in parks, fields and beauty spots, including Warwick Castle and Compton Verney in Warwickshire and Bantock Park, sites this year include Barton Marina in Staffordshire, Attingham Park in Shropshire and Crown Meadow in Evesham. "It's been brilliant to see how the tour has grown over the years, giving us the opportunity to champion the very best of street food in our region and offer a platform to up-and-coming food vendors," Mr Barnes added he hoped the coming tour would be the "best one yet".Digbeth Dining Club tours had amassed a huge foodie following, with more than 70,000 people attending the events every year, the director said. The 100-plus street food traders booked this year include Birmingham-based Original Patty Men, Hawker Dan, Cofton Pizza, Urban Spice Box and Bournville Waffle will also include music, family-friendly activities and cocktail caravans and fizz have been set until August, with more to be announced. Follow BBC Birmingham on BBC Sounds, Facebook, X and Instagram.
