In our line of work, the phrase ‘hidden gem’ is one that is often over-used. We chronicle Birmingham’s independent culture with the hope that our articles not only shine a...
Here at Independent Birmingham we strive to bring you the greatest of everything from in and around our fantastic city. We love discovering new places, new favourite dishes, and beautiful...
Each year we compile the ULTIMATE guide to completing your Christmas shopping in Birmingham. We write the most extensive gift guide you’ve ever seen to show you that there is...
No doubt you will have heard all about Birmingham on social media and from your out-of-town friends. Birmingham often gets an unfair volume of bad press. So we wanted to highlight...
If you’ve not yet got the message over the past nine years, we love Birmingham. We’re huge advocates of this city and all that it encompasses. Whether admired from afar,...
East And South East Asian food is both delicious and diverse. We love discovering new favourite dishes at the amazing array of hidden gems you can find in Birmingham’s Chinatown....
Pizza Is Life. Fact! When you get the craving for that delicious disc of doughy, cheesy joy, you have to go get your fix, or it’ll be on your mind...
Brunch is always a good idea. It has all of our favourite elements of breakfast (toast, bacon, eggs, coffee) but at a more leisurely pace (and without having to wake...
There’s nothing quite like fresh air and green spaces to clear your head and help you to de-stress. It has been known for many years how important a connection to...
It’s about to get all kinds of mouth-watering up in here! When it comes to incredible food in Birmingham, we really are spoilt for choice – and we love the...
‘He was a wise man who invented beer’ – Plato Time and again the pub has been there for us. It’s been there through the laughter, the spilled drinks, the...
There’s no denying it: Veganism is on the rise. As many individuals look to change their lifestyles to improve their own wellbeing and the wellbeing of the planet, eating a...
