Lifestyle https://thephoenixnewspaper.com/table/news/lifestyle/food/ Fri, 13 Feb 2026 16:25:32 +0000 The Phoenix Newspaper UK | Latest news in UK | Positive news | Inspiring The Next Generation en-gb 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
IKEA and Tiny Chef team up in new miniseries to celebrate joyful, plant-rich cooking https://thephoenixnewspaper.com/ikea-and-tiny-chef-team-up-in-new-miniseries-to-celebrate-joyful-plant-rich-cooking https://thephoenixnewspaper.com/ikea-and-tiny-chef-team-up-in-new-miniseries-to-celebrate-joyful-plant-rich-cooking

Fans of IKEA and Tiny Chef 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.

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Food Tue, 03 Feb 2026 16:25:14 +0000
SushiDog opens in Birmingham Bullring https://thephoenixnewspaper.com/sushidog-opens-in-birmingham-bullring https://thephoenixnewspaper.com/sushidog-opens-in-birmingham-bullring

SushiDog, the bold and fully customisable sushi concept, has officially opened the doors to its first Midlands location at Birmingham Bullring.

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Food Tue, 03 Feb 2026 16:18:22 +0000
Kids Eat Free at F1® Arcade Birmingham – for the whole February Half Term https://thephoenixnewspaper.com/kids-eat-free-at-f1%C2%AE-arcade-birmingham-%E2%80%93-for-the-whole-february-half-term https://thephoenixnewspaper.com/kids-eat-free-at-f1%C2%AE-arcade-birmingham-%E2%80%93-for-the-whole-february-half-term

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.

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Food Mon, 02 Feb 2026 18:54:55 +0000
Delicious Easter Makes & Bakes from Bonne Maman https://thephoenixnewspaper.com/delicious-easter-makes-bakes-from-bonne-maman https://thephoenixnewspaper.com/delicious-easter-makes-bakes-from-bonne-maman

Easter is a time for tradition, togetherness and a little indulgence.

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Food Thu, 29 Jan 2026 19:36:01 +0000
Bantock Tea Rooms launches half-term £1 meal offer for kids https://thephoenixnewspaper.com/bantock-tea-rooms-launches-half-term-%C2%A31-meal-offer-for-kids https://thephoenixnewspaper.com/bantock-tea-rooms-launches-half-term-%C2%A31-meal-offer-for-kids

Bantock Tea Rooms is bringing joy to families this half-term with a delightful offer that’s sure to please both kids and parents!

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Food Thu, 22 Jan 2026 10:03:24 +0000
Rudy’s announces new Sutton Coldfield site opening in March 2026 https://thephoenixnewspaper.com/rudys-announces-new-sutton-coldfield-site-opening-in-march-2026 https://thephoenixnewspaper.com/rudys-announces-new-sutton-coldfield-site-opening-in-march-2026

Rudy's Pizza Napoletana has announced it will open its highly anticipated Sutton Coldfield pizzeria this March, bringing its fan-favourite, true Neapolitan pizza to 10 Birmingham Road in time for spring.

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Food Thu, 22 Jan 2026 09:58:40 +0000
Yogoody makes UK debut in Holland & Barrett stores https://thephoenixnewspaper.com/yogoody-makes-uk-debut-in-holland-barrett-stores https://thephoenixnewspaper.com/yogoody-makes-uk-debut-in-holland-barrett-stores

Yogoody, a European food brand producing stable fermented yoghurt-style drinks, has entered the UK market with a nationwide listing in more than 450 Holland & Barrett stores across the UK and Ireland, marking a major step in the brand’s international expansion.

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Food Fri, 16 Jan 2026 23:47:36 +0000
UAE FoodTech Challenge 2026 winners to join national agri-tech ecosystem and support global food security https://thephoenixnewspaper.com/uae-foodtech-challenge-2026-winners-to-join-national-agri-tech-ecosystem-and-support-global-food-security https://thephoenixnewspaper.com/uae-foodtech-challenge-2026-winners-to-join-national-agri-tech-ecosystem-and-support-global-food-security

The third edition of the UAE FoodTech Challenge, a global competition that identifies and scales the world's most promising agri-tech innovations, concluded at Abu Dhabi Sustainability Week with the announcement of four winning startups:

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Food Fri, 16 Jan 2026 10:05:16 +0000
Manahatta Birmingham to launch Stocks on the Rocks https://thephoenixnewspaper.com/manahatta-birmingham-to-launch-stocks-on-the-rocks https://thephoenixnewspaper.com/manahatta-birmingham-to-launch-stocks-on-the-rocks

Manahatta Birmingham, the Temple Street venue is launching Stocks on the Rocks, a real time stock exchange bar with drinks prices rising and falling every few minutes, based on popularity.

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Food Tue, 13 Jan 2026 15:25:45 +0000