Lifestyle https://thephoenixnewspaper.com/table/news/lifestyle/food/ Wed, 04 Mar 2026 04:38:38 +0000 The Phoenix Newspaper UK | Latest news in UK | Positive news | Inspiring The Next Generation en-gb Celebrating British Pie Week - The Best Week of the Year https://thephoenixnewspaper.com/celebrating-british-pie-week-the-best-week-of-the-year https://thephoenixnewspaper.com/celebrating-british-pie-week-the-best-week-of-the-year

If there’s one thing us Brits do well, it’s making (and eating…well, demolishing) a damn good pie.

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Food Mon, 02 Mar 2026 20:03:26 +0000
The Anam Cam Ranh crafts bold new degustation menu https://thephoenixnewspaper.com/the-anam-cam-ranh-crafts-bold-new-degustation-menu https://thephoenixnewspaper.com/the-anam-cam-ranh-crafts-bold-new-degustation-menu

The Anam Cam Ranh’s fine dining restaurant The Colonial has launched a “boundary-pushing” degustation menu characterised by innovative combinations of Vietnamese and international ingredients, flavours and textures.

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Food Mon, 02 Mar 2026 20:00:29 +0000
ProWein: Bottega presents the no/alcohol collection https://thephoenixnewspaper.com/prowein-bottega-presents-the-no/alcohol-collection https://thephoenixnewspaper.com/prowein-bottega-presents-the-no/alcohol-collection

At ProWein, Bottega winery and distillery will be presenting its collection of No/Alcohol products, which are increasingly in demand on the market, at its stand.

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Food Fri, 27 Feb 2026 20:24:19 +0000
Birmingham to host alcohol-free tasting evening showcasing category growth and new product launch https://thephoenixnewspaper.com/birmingham-to-host-alcohol-free-tasting-evening-showcasing-category-growth-and-new-product-launch https://thephoenixnewspaper.com/birmingham-to-host-alcohol-free-tasting-evening-showcasing-category-growth-and-new-product-launch

A free alcohol-free tasting evening will take place at Birmingham Brewing Company in Stirchley on Thursday 26th February, bringing together some of the most innovative producers redefining the drinks category.

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Food Sun, 22 Feb 2026 22:51:39 +0000
Karen Gillan unveiled as The Muse for Compass Box Whisky's Hedonism 2026 https://thephoenixnewspaper.com/karen-gillan-unveiled-as-the-muse-for-compass-box-whisky-s-hedonism-2026 https://thephoenixnewspaper.com/karen-gillan-unveiled-as-the-muse-for-compass-box-whisky-s-hedonism-2026

Karen Gillan has been unveiled as ‘The Muse’ for Scotch Whiskymaker Compass Box's limited edition ‘Hedonism’.

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Food Thu, 19 Feb 2026 16:15:41 +0000
Marston’s making mealtimes marvellous, with limited edition Matilda-inspired menu available in over 350 pubs across the UK https://thephoenixnewspaper.com/marstons-making-mealtimes-marvellous-with-limited-edition-matilda-inspired-menu-available-in-over-350-pubs-across-the-uk https://thephoenixnewspaper.com/marstons-making-mealtimes-marvellous-with-limited-edition-matilda-inspired-menu-available-in-over-350-pubs-across-the-uk

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.

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Food Tue, 17 Feb 2026 20:27:55 +0000
Recipe for success: industry training helps new street food businesses prepare for UK debut https://thephoenixnewspaper.com/recipe-for-success-industry-training-helps-new-street-food-businesses-prepare-for-uk-debut https://thephoenixnewspaper.com/recipe-for-success-industry-training-helps-new-street-food-businesses-prepare-for-uk-debut

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.

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Food Tue, 17 Feb 2026 20:18:38 +0000
Husband and wife team make history as the culinary innovators behind the world’s first wine-infused gourmet jam https://thephoenixnewspaper.com/husband-and-wife-team-make-history-as-the-culinary-innovators-behind-the-worlds-first-wine-infused-gourmet-jam https://thephoenixnewspaper.com/husband-and-wife-team-make-history-as-the-culinary-innovators-behind-the-worlds-first-wine-infused-gourmet-jam

Jam Vino, the world’s first line of wine-infused gourmet jam, is an example of Black culinary innovation, ownership, and excellence.

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Food Mon, 16 Feb 2026 22:45:48 +0000
24 Stories announces Passing Fancies Bar residency https://thephoenixnewspaper.com/24-stories-announces-passing-fancies-bar-residency https://thephoenixnewspaper.com/24-stories-announces-passing-fancies-bar-residency

This February, 24 Stories have just announced a special residency with Passing Fancies, the award-winning independent cocktail bar from Birmingham, taking place on the ground floor at 24 Stories.

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Food Fri, 13 Feb 2026 21:51:04 +0000
Zamora Company to be the exclusive distributor for Bottega spa in Spain and Andorra https://thephoenixnewspaper.com/zamora-company-to-be-the-exclusive-distributor-for-bottega-spa-in-spain-and-andorra https://thephoenixnewspaper.com/zamora-company-to-be-the-exclusive-distributor-for-bottega-spa-in-spain-and-andorra

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.

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Food Thu, 12 Feb 2026 09:09:14 +0000
Zizzi gives away free candy floss at 135 restaurants and Kids Eat Free this Half Term https://thephoenixnewspaper.com/zizzi-gives-away-free-candy-floss-at-135-restaurants-and-kids-eat-free-this-half-term https://thephoenixnewspaper.com/zizzi-gives-away-free-candy-floss-at-135-restaurants-and-kids-eat-free-this-half-term

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.

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Food Thu, 12 Feb 2026 08:58:17 +0000
New global IKEA study finds nearly 1 in 5 people eat dinner on the sofa https://thephoenixnewspaper.com/new-global-ikea-study-finds-nearly-1-in-5-people-eat-dinner-on-the-sofa https://thephoenixnewspaper.com/new-global-ikea-study-finds-nearly-1-in-5-people-eat-dinner-on-the-sofa

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.

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Food Wed, 11 Feb 2026 08:59:34 +0000
The Grand Hotel Birmingham launches Valentine's cocktails https://thephoenixnewspaper.com/the-grand-hotel-birmingham-launches-valentine-s-cocktails https://thephoenixnewspaper.com/the-grand-hotel-birmingham-launches-valentine-s-cocktails

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. 

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Food Wed, 11 Feb 2026 08:55:17 +0000
The small dining habits that secretly make or break a Valentine’s date https://thephoenixnewspaper.com/the-small-dining-habits-that-secretly-make-or-break-a-valentines-date https://thephoenixnewspaper.com/the-small-dining-habits-that-secretly-make-or-break-a-valentines-date

The most romantic day of the year is also one of the most high‑pressure.

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Food Tue, 10 Feb 2026 09:54:13 +0000
‘Weekends, Well Brunched’: Lucciola and Zoku launch new brunch menus https://thephoenixnewspaper.com/weekends-well-brunched-lucciola-and-zoku-launch-new-brunch-menus https://thephoenixnewspaper.com/weekends-well-brunched-lucciola-and-zoku-launch-new-brunch-menus

The Hari Hong Kong has launched two distinct new weekend brunch menus this month at Italian ristorante Lucciola and Japanese restaurant Zoku & The Terrace, with live music to boot.

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Food Mon, 09 Feb 2026 00:25:38 +0000
Wine Paris: Bottega presents Gold Stardust, the top of the range in the Premium Prosecco Collection https://thephoenixnewspaper.com/wine-paris-bottega-presents-gold-stardust-the-top-of-the-range-in-the-premium-prosecco-collection https://thephoenixnewspaper.com/wine-paris-bottega-presents-gold-stardust-the-top-of-the-range-in-the-premium-prosecco-collection

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.

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Food Sat, 07 Feb 2026 14:07:58 +0000