https://thephoenixnewspaper.com/news/lifestyle/food/feed/atom/ 2026-02-18T13:14:37+00:00 Phoenix Newspaper The Phoenix Newspaper UK | Latest news in UK | Positive news | Inspiring The Next Generation 2026-02-17T20:27:55+00:00 2026-02-17T20:27:55+00:00 https://thephoenixnewspaper.com/marstons-making-mealtimes-marvellous-with-limited-edition-matilda-inspired-menu-available-in-over-350-pubs-across-the-uk Super User

<p><img src="https://thephoenixnewspaper.com/images/FOOD1_-_Marstons_making_mealtimes_marvellous_with_limited_edition_Matilda-inspired_menu_available_in_over_350_pubs_across_the_UK.jpg" /></p><p>This month, UK pub group Marston’s will be making mealtimes marvellous with a brand new, limited-edition Matilda-inspired menu, with dishes available in over 450 pubs across England, Scotland and Wales.</p>

<p><img src="https://thephoenixnewspaper.com/images/FOOD1_-_Marstons_making_mealtimes_marvellous_with_limited_edition_Matilda-inspired_menu_available_in_over_350_pubs_across_the_UK.jpg" /></p><p>This month, UK pub group Marston’s will be making mealtimes marvellous with a brand new, limited-edition Matilda-inspired menu, with dishes available in over 450 pubs across England, Scotland and Wales.</p> 2026-02-17T20:18:38+00:00 2026-02-17T20:18:38+00:00 https://thephoenixnewspaper.com/recipe-for-success-industry-training-helps-new-street-food-businesses-prepare-for-uk-debut Super User

<p><img src="https://thephoenixnewspaper.com/images/FOOD_-_Recipe_for_success-industry_training_helps_new_street_food_businesses_prepare_for_UK_debut11111.jpg" /></p><p>A 34-strong cohort of new street food traders will be the latest additions to the UK’s hospitality ecosystem following the completion of an industry training initiative in March 2026.</p>

<p><img src="https://thephoenixnewspaper.com/images/FOOD_-_Recipe_for_success-industry_training_helps_new_street_food_businesses_prepare_for_UK_debut11111.jpg" /></p><p>A 34-strong cohort of new street food traders will be the latest additions to the UK’s hospitality ecosystem following the completion of an industry training initiative in March 2026.</p> 2026-02-16T22:45:48+00:00 2026-02-16T22:45:48+00:00 https://thephoenixnewspaper.com/husband-and-wife-team-make-history-as-the-culinary-innovators-behind-the-worlds-first-wine-infused-gourmet-jam Super User

<p><img src="https://thephoenixnewspaper.com/images/FOOD_-_Husband_and_wife_team_make_history_as_the_culinary_innovators_behind_the_worlds_first_wine-infused_gourmet_jam1.jpg" /></p><p>Jam Vino, the world’s first line of wine-infused gourmet jam, is an example of Black culinary innovation, ownership, and excellence.</p>

<p><img src="https://thephoenixnewspaper.com/images/FOOD_-_Husband_and_wife_team_make_history_as_the_culinary_innovators_behind_the_worlds_first_wine-infused_gourmet_jam1.jpg" /></p><p>Jam Vino, the world’s first line of wine-infused gourmet jam, is an example of Black culinary innovation, ownership, and excellence.</p> 2026-02-13T21:51:04+00:00 2026-02-13T21:51:04+00:00 https://thephoenixnewspaper.com/24-stories-announces-passing-fancies-bar-residency Super User

<p><img src="https://thephoenixnewspaper.com/images/FOOD_-_24_Stories_announces_Passing_Fancies_Bar_residency.jpg" /></p><p>This February,&nbsp;24 Stories&nbsp;have just announced a special residency with&nbsp;Passing&nbsp;Fancies, the award-winning independent cocktail bar from Birmingham, taking place on the ground floor at 24 Stories.</p>

<p><img src="https://thephoenixnewspaper.com/images/FOOD_-_24_Stories_announces_Passing_Fancies_Bar_residency.jpg" /></p><p>This February,&nbsp;24 Stories&nbsp;have just announced a special residency with&nbsp;Passing&nbsp;Fancies, the award-winning independent cocktail bar from Birmingham, taking place on the ground floor at 24 Stories.</p> 2026-02-12T09:09:14+00:00 2026-02-12T09:09:14+00:00 https://thephoenixnewspaper.com/zamora-company-to-be-the-exclusive-distributor-for-bottega-spa-in-spain-and-andorra Super User

<p><img src="https://thephoenixnewspaper.com/images/FOOD121-download.jpg" /></p><p>Zamora Company Iberia adds Italian glamour to its portfolio: it will be the exclusive distributor of the iconic Bottega sparkling wines in Spain and Andorra.</p>

<p><img src="https://thephoenixnewspaper.com/images/FOOD121-download.jpg" /></p><p>Zamora Company Iberia adds Italian glamour to its portfolio: it will be the exclusive distributor of the iconic Bottega sparkling wines in Spain and Andorra.</p> 2026-02-12T08:58:17+00:00 2026-02-12T08:58:17+00:00 https://thephoenixnewspaper.com/zizzi-gives-away-free-candy-floss-at-135-restaurants-and-kids-eat-free-this-half-term Super User

<p><img src="https://thephoenixnewspaper.com/images/FOOD11_-_Zizzi_gives_away_free_candy_floss_at_135_restaurants_and_Kids_Eat_Free_this_Half_Term.jpg" /></p><p>To kick off half-term, on Monday 16th February, Zizzi is staging the world’s biggest free candy floss giveaway, offering the fluffy sweet treat to everyone, not just Zillionaires, with no purchase necessary.</p>

<p><img src="https://thephoenixnewspaper.com/images/FOOD11_-_Zizzi_gives_away_free_candy_floss_at_135_restaurants_and_Kids_Eat_Free_this_Half_Term.jpg" /></p><p>To kick off half-term, on Monday 16th February, Zizzi is staging the world’s biggest free candy floss giveaway, offering the fluffy sweet treat to everyone, not just Zillionaires, with no purchase necessary.</p> 2026-02-11T08:59:34+00:00 2026-02-11T08:59:34+00:00 https://thephoenixnewspaper.com/new-global-ikea-study-finds-nearly-1-in-5-people-eat-dinner-on-the-sofa Super User

<p><img src="https://thephoenixnewspaper.com/images/FOOD_-_New_global_IKEA_study_finds_nearly_1_in_5_people_eat_dinner_on_the_sofa.jpg" /></p><p>Nearly 1 in 5 people now eat dinner on the sofa, according to a new global study by IKEA that reveals how screens, space, and shifting routines are quietly transforming one of our most human rituals.</p>

<p><img src="https://thephoenixnewspaper.com/images/FOOD_-_New_global_IKEA_study_finds_nearly_1_in_5_people_eat_dinner_on_the_sofa.jpg" /></p><p>Nearly 1 in 5 people now eat dinner on the sofa, according to a new global study by IKEA that reveals how screens, space, and shifting routines are quietly transforming one of our most human rituals.</p> 2026-02-11T08:55:17+00:00 2026-02-11T08:55:17+00:00 https://thephoenixnewspaper.com/the-grand-hotel-birmingham-launches-valentine-s-cocktails Super User

<p><img src="https://thephoenixnewspaper.com/images/FOOD1_-_The_Grand_Hotel_Birmingham_launches_Valentines_cocktails.jpg" /></p><p>From 1st to 28th February, Madeleine, the bar at The Grand Hotel Birmingham, will be serving up five bespoke cocktails inspired by couples whose stories of passion and devotion have stood the test of time.&nbsp;</p>

<p><img src="https://thephoenixnewspaper.com/images/FOOD1_-_The_Grand_Hotel_Birmingham_launches_Valentines_cocktails.jpg" /></p><p>From 1st to 28th February, Madeleine, the bar at The Grand Hotel Birmingham, will be serving up five bespoke cocktails inspired by couples whose stories of passion and devotion have stood the test of time.&nbsp;</p> 2026-02-10T09:54:13+00:00 2026-02-10T09:54:13+00:00 https://thephoenixnewspaper.com/the-small-dining-habits-that-secretly-make-or-break-a-valentines-date Super User

<p><img src="https://thephoenixnewspaper.com/images/FOOD1_-_The_small_dining_habits_that_secretly_make_or_break_a_Valentines_date.jpg" /></p><p>The most romantic day of the year is also one of the most high‑pressure.</p>

<p><img src="https://thephoenixnewspaper.com/images/FOOD1_-_The_small_dining_habits_that_secretly_make_or_break_a_Valentines_date.jpg" /></p><p>The most romantic day of the year is also one of the most high‑pressure.</p> 2026-02-09T00:25:38+00:00 2026-02-09T00:25:38+00:00 https://thephoenixnewspaper.com/weekends-well-brunched-lucciola-and-zoku-launch-new-brunch-menus Super User

<p><img src="https://thephoenixnewspaper.com/images/FOOD_-_Weekends_Well_Brunched-_Lucciola_and_Zoku_launch_new_brunch_menus.jpg" /></p><p>The Hari Hong Kong has launched two distinct new weekend brunch menus this month at Italian ristorante Lucciola and Japanese restaurant Zoku &amp; The Terrace, with live music to boot.</p>

<p><img src="https://thephoenixnewspaper.com/images/FOOD_-_Weekends_Well_Brunched-_Lucciola_and_Zoku_launch_new_brunch_menus.jpg" /></p><p>The Hari Hong Kong has launched two distinct new weekend brunch menus this month at Italian ristorante Lucciola and Japanese restaurant Zoku &amp; The Terrace, with live music to boot.</p> 2026-02-07T14:07:58+00:00 2026-02-07T14:07:58+00:00 https://thephoenixnewspaper.com/wine-paris-bottega-presents-gold-stardust-the-top-of-the-range-in-the-premium-prosecco-collection Super User

<p><img src="https://thephoenixnewspaper.com/images/FOOD1_-_Wine_Paris-Bottega_presents_Gold_Stardust_the_top_of_the_range_in_the2.jpg" /></p><p>On the occasion of Wine Paris, Bottega presents Gold Stardust at its stand, the wine at the top of the quality ladder of the innovative Prosecco Premium Vintage Collection, created after years of study and research by Bottega.</p>

<p><img src="https://thephoenixnewspaper.com/images/FOOD1_-_Wine_Paris-Bottega_presents_Gold_Stardust_the_top_of_the_range_in_the2.jpg" /></p><p>On the occasion of Wine Paris, Bottega presents Gold Stardust at its stand, the wine at the top of the quality ladder of the innovative Prosecco Premium Vintage Collection, created after years of study and research by Bottega.</p> 2026-02-03T16:25:14+00:00 2026-02-03T16:25:14+00:00 https://thephoenixnewspaper.com/ikea-and-tiny-chef-team-up-in-new-miniseries-to-celebrate-joyful-plant-rich-cooking Super User

<p><img src="https://thephoenixnewspaper.com/images/FOOD_-_IKEA_and_Tiny_Chef_team_up_in_new_miniseries_to_celebrate_joyful_plant-rich_cooking11.jpg" /></p><p>Fans of IKEA and&nbsp;<a href="http://email.prnewswire.com/ls/click?upn=u001.v-2BJ3gj6ki5QD5j-2Fn6dQLivPMHs3scrWCHvlfNnA95k-2BY59iFNL705VL-2FhettFOe-2FqpPWbnPOVLlikIv4jzVyMQ-3D-3D5C8V_6jWoDsucP9FaN5Fexj4dxTLo85IHFVfd19pA5ynrQzGVEu16OGvM2CzIsxgFtO58pcWi2S4neuEPYPcWauzC6DiD4YR8mScu2w1ErHcFzHXh6QuBs7OSQyTCSq7xFDNVF3lMefElSMNmxqvabGrdB9YPy-2FG5CzJZovWP-2Fe95wljPmokfYewz4EfXuqK524B3kX9KgQ-2BQDnzLk7t6FdWtjEXTB826EoLuIdBZNiBNKp1BC3eeY3m1iNqlsECaDF4UyFKLHDQXHKoFZu7isKw1j1DiBlmqR-2BEchBp2EBTqsKpOFOAz-2FaWYtUdqVJmhRZ1HLggF5n-2FV5q8N68a0JJMRDozbPva89yhbuEuCK1acUHjg5SDlsb-2B6WQve8uI3uD2D">Tiny Chef</a>&nbsp;can look forward to a delightful treat this February as three new episodes featuring the beloved stop-motion star will be released between February 2 and 9.</p>

<p><img src="https://thephoenixnewspaper.com/images/FOOD_-_IKEA_and_Tiny_Chef_team_up_in_new_miniseries_to_celebrate_joyful_plant-rich_cooking11.jpg" /></p><p>Fans of IKEA and&nbsp;<a href="http://email.prnewswire.com/ls/click?upn=u001.v-2BJ3gj6ki5QD5j-2Fn6dQLivPMHs3scrWCHvlfNnA95k-2BY59iFNL705VL-2FhettFOe-2FqpPWbnPOVLlikIv4jzVyMQ-3D-3D5C8V_6jWoDsucP9FaN5Fexj4dxTLo85IHFVfd19pA5ynrQzGVEu16OGvM2CzIsxgFtO58pcWi2S4neuEPYPcWauzC6DiD4YR8mScu2w1ErHcFzHXh6QuBs7OSQyTCSq7xFDNVF3lMefElSMNmxqvabGrdB9YPy-2FG5CzJZovWP-2Fe95wljPmokfYewz4EfXuqK524B3kX9KgQ-2BQDnzLk7t6FdWtjEXTB826EoLuIdBZNiBNKp1BC3eeY3m1iNqlsECaDF4UyFKLHDQXHKoFZu7isKw1j1DiBlmqR-2BEchBp2EBTqsKpOFOAz-2FaWYtUdqVJmhRZ1HLggF5n-2FV5q8N68a0JJMRDozbPva89yhbuEuCK1acUHjg5SDlsb-2B6WQve8uI3uD2D">Tiny Chef</a>&nbsp;can look forward to a delightful treat this February as three new episodes featuring the beloved stop-motion star will be released between February 2 and 9.</p> 2026-02-03T16:18:22+00:00 2026-02-03T16:18:22+00:00 https://thephoenixnewspaper.com/sushidog-opens-in-birmingham-bullring Super User

<p><img src="https://thephoenixnewspaper.com/images/FOOD_-_SushiDog_opens_in_Birmingham_Bullring1.jpg" /></p><p>SushiDog, the bold and fully customisable sushi concept, has officially opened the doors to its first Midlands location at Birmingham Bullring.</p>

<p><img src="https://thephoenixnewspaper.com/images/FOOD_-_SushiDog_opens_in_Birmingham_Bullring1.jpg" /></p><p>SushiDog, the bold and fully customisable sushi concept, has officially opened the doors to its first Midlands location at Birmingham Bullring.</p> 2026-02-02T18:54:55+00:00 2026-02-02T18:54:55+00:00 https://thephoenixnewspaper.com/kids-eat-free-at-f1%C2%AE-arcade-birmingham-%E2%80%93-for-the-whole-february-half-term Super User

<p><img src="https://thephoenixnewspaper.com/images/FOOD_-_Kids_Eat_Free_at_F1_Arcade_Birmingham.jpg" /></p><p>F1® Arcade Birmingham is giving families a reason to refuel this February half term, with a Kids Eat Free offer running Monday 16th to Friday 20th February 2026 from 10:00AM.</p>

<p><img src="https://thephoenixnewspaper.com/images/FOOD_-_Kids_Eat_Free_at_F1_Arcade_Birmingham.jpg" /></p><p>F1® Arcade Birmingham is giving families a reason to refuel this February half term, with a Kids Eat Free offer running Monday 16th to Friday 20th February 2026 from 10:00AM.</p> 2026-01-29T19:36:01+00:00 2026-01-29T19:36:01+00:00 https://thephoenixnewspaper.com/delicious-easter-makes-bakes-from-bonne-maman Super User

<p><img src="https://thephoenixnewspaper.com/images/FOOD123.jpg" /></p><p>Easter is a time for tradition, togetherness and a little indulgence.</p>

<p><img src="https://thephoenixnewspaper.com/images/FOOD123.jpg" /></p><p>Easter is a time for tradition, togetherness and a little indulgence.</p> 2026-01-22T10:03:24+00:00 2026-01-22T10:03:24+00:00 https://thephoenixnewspaper.com/bantock-tea-rooms-launches-half-term-%C2%A31-meal-offer-for-kids Super User

<p><img src="https://thephoenixnewspaper.com/images/FOOD_-_Bantock_Tea_Rooms_launches_half-term_1-pound_meal_offer_for_kids1.jpg" /></p><p>Bantock Tea Rooms is bringing joy to families this half-term with a delightful offer that’s sure to please both kids and parents!</p>

<p><img src="https://thephoenixnewspaper.com/images/FOOD_-_Bantock_Tea_Rooms_launches_half-term_1-pound_meal_offer_for_kids1.jpg" /></p><p>Bantock Tea Rooms is bringing joy to families this half-term with a delightful offer that’s sure to please both kids and parents!</p>