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Nov 27
Foodie Friday: Best Independent Food/Drink Retailer

A celebration of the best of Coventry and Warwickshire’s food and drink scene is at the heart of a new awards program designed to support businesses as they re-emerge from lockdown. The first Foodie Awards 2021, in partnership with Visit Coventry, lists among its guest judges Birmingham-born Michelin star chef Glyn Purnell and chef-turned-restaurateur Andreas Antona, […]

Nov 20
Foodie Awards: Best Food & Drink Experience

WHO DESERVES AN AWARD FOR THE BEST FOOD & DRINK EXPERIENCE IN WARWICKSHIRE? A celebration of the best of Coventry and Warwickshire’s food and drink scene is at the heart of a new awards program designed to support businesses as they re-emerge from lockdown.   The first Foodie Awards 2021, in partnership with Visit Coventry, lists among […]

Nov 19
Throwback Thursday – Pooch Patrol

2020 has been a year full of unusual and unpredictable changes to the way we live and work. Our communities have seen businesses temporarily close and then some, more permanently. As we all look towards this year ending and into the new year and the new opportunities it represents, we want to take the time […]

Nov 14
Acorn Academy – Life Coaching For Growth & Well-Being

Acorn Academy Coaching – From Little Acorns Mighty Oaks Do Grow If we take the current global pandemic out of the scenario, modern life is still full of plenty of stressors. Coping with stress and hardships can leave a great weight upon our shoulders and can severely limit our ability to cope with the pressures […]

Nov 13
The Foodie Awards – The Godiva Award

AN AWARD CATEGORY DEDICATED TO COVENTRY BUSINESSES A celebration of the best of Coventry and Warwickshire’s food and drink scene is at the heart of a new awards program designed to support businesses as they re-emerge from lockdown. The first Foodie Awards 2021, in partnership with Visit Coventry, lists among its guest judges Birmingham-born Michelin […]

Nov 12
Debut Novel Takes Readers To Rugby The Day After Coventry Blitz

THE BIRDS THAT DO NOT SING BY STEVE GAY Rugby author Steve Gay is celebrating the timely launch of his evocative debut novel on the eve of the 80th anniversary of the Coventry Blitz. Inspired by long-told tales from his own family history, The Birds That Do Not Sing is set on the day after […]

Nov 10
Last Chance To Nominate Your Local COVID Business ‘Heroes’

Nominations close next week for the preliminary phase of the new Leamington Business Awards which recognises COVID resilience across the region.   The seventh – and newly named – Leamington Business Resilience Awards, introduces three additional categories recognising Business Resilience, Business Pivoting and Lockdown Hero.   Established in 2014, the LBAs champion and celebrate the […]

Nov 06
Foodie Awards: Pub Or Bar Of The Year

A celebration of the best of Coventry and Warwickshire’s food and drink scene is at the heart of a new awards program designed to support businesses as they re-emerge from lockdown.   The first Foodie Awards 2021, in partnership with Visit Coventry, lists among its guest judges Birmingham-born Michelin star chef Glyn Purnell and chef-turned-restaurateur Andreas Antona, founder […]

Nov 05
Albie & Lonnie’s Defies Disastrous Year With Expansion To Second Store

Popular clothing retailer Albie & Lonnie’s is forging ahead with plans to expand to a second location despite the latest coronavirus lockdown. The Rugby-based business has had to postpone plans to open the doors to its second store in Market Harborough until after the four-week lockdown but still plans to wow the town with its range […]

Nov 04
Restaurateur Vows New Business Will Survive & Thrive Despite Second Pandemic Lockdown

The owner of a new Leamington restaurant which suffered huge delays to its opening, has vowed it’s here to stay despite hanging up the closed sign for the start of a second national lockdown this week. We Love Pizza finally launched in September despite taking over the lease of the Regent Street unit in February […]

Nov 01
Peach Perfect Gift Guide

Create a ‘Home Sweet Home’ This Festive Season with Peach Perfect Gifts With less than 7 weeks left until Christmas, more people are heading online to find thoughtful gifts which are perfect for those long winter nights in. Peach Perfect, based in Barford Warwickshire, has a range of stunning – and original – present ideas […]

Oct 30
Foodie Awards: Street Food Trader Of The Year

Who’s The Best Street Food Trader in Warwickshire? A celebration of the best of Coventry and Warwickshire’s food and drink scene is at the heart of a new awards program designed to support businesses as they re-emerge from lockdown. The first Foodie Awards 2021, in partnership with Visit Coventry, lists among its guest judges Birmingham-born Michelin […]

Oct 29
Mums Keep The Candle Burning For Halloween Fundraising

Halloween Pumpkin Trail In Aid Of Molly Olly’s Wishes A Warwick community renowned for its flamboyant annual Halloween celebrations is keeping the tradition alive despite the pandemic. Innovative parents Charlotte Fawbert and Lucy Field were determined to salvage the spooky fun which draws hundreds of children on Hatton Park – by this year turning it into […]

Oct 27
Molly Olly’s Wishes – Final Therapeutic Books In Olly The Brave Series Released

Final 3 Therapeutic Illustrated Children’s Books in Olly The Brave Series Released by Molly Olly’s Wishes Warwick-based charity Molly Olly’s Wishes has released the final three chapters in its series of therapeutic books for children battling terminal and life-limiting illnesses. The books follow the final stages of the charity’s mascot lion ‘Olly The Brave’ in his […]

Oct 23
October Half Term Outdoor Activities In Warwickshire

Places To Go Outside With The Kids In Warwickshire This Autumn The half term holidays are just around the corner, and thanks to Covid-19, you may be wondering what on earth you’re going to do with the kids this year! Perhaps you’d normally go away for October half term or have the whole week planned out […]