drink etc.
The Living Room
Regency Wharf, Broad Street, Birmingham B1 2JZ
Bookings: 0121 616 6820, www.thelivingroom.co.uk
For a chain bar, Birmingham’s Living Room still exudes the flair and passion of an independent venue. The perfect place to start an evening on the city’s nightlife strip, the restaurant does everything from burgers to monkfish before you brave one of the many unique signature cocktails on offer.
eat etc.
Edmunds
6 BrindleyPlace, Birmingham B1 2JB
Reservations: 0121 633 4944, www.edmundsbirmingham.com
The modern, unfussy ambience and classical menu fused with a contemporary twist has seen Edmunds open to rave reviews in the summer of 2008. Ideal for both clients and team dinners, an evening at Andy Waters’ latest restaurant is guaranteed to be an evening well spent.
look etc.
Ikon Gallery
1 Oozells Square, Brindleyplace, Birmingham B1 2HS
Information: 0121 248 0708, www.ikon-gallery.co.uk
The Ikon Gallery is an internationally acclaimed contemporary art venue situated in the refurbished neo-gothic Oozells Street School building in Brindleyplace. Ikon shows a varied programme of exhibitions that change every two months, along with a series of talks, tours, workshops and seminars. As a taster – the large piece of contemporary art in the reception in Maple House came from the Ikon Gallery.
experience etc.
Cadbury World
Linden Rd, Bournville, Birmingham B30 2LU
Information: 0845 450 3599, www.cadburyworld.co.uk
With rides, a factory tour, chocolate-making demonstrations and lots of the popular chocolates for sale at discount prices in the factory shop, Cadbury World will bring out the kid in you! One word of warning however, visits are best booked in advance.