Xmas Special: Birmingham's Best Bites of 2024 With Bite Your Brum & The Fat Foodie

Breaking Bread Birmingham

Get ready for a festive feast of laughs and foodie insights! In this holiday special, Liam and Carl are joined by special guests Laura (Bite Your Brum) and Chris (The Fat Foodie) to dive into the highs, lows, and hidden gems of Birmingham’s food scene in 2024.

🍴 From standout dishes to must-visit spots like Rabbit, Albatross, Meat Shack, and Tiger Bites Pig, we dish out the details on the year’s top openings and closings. With plenty of cheeky banter and hilarious Christmas greetings, this episode is packed with humour, heartfelt reflections, and insider foodie tips.

🎧 Whether you’re a Birmingham local or a food lover from afar, this episode will leave you hungry for more! Hit play now for a delicious mix of wit, wisdom, and culinary celebration.

👉 Don’t forget to like, subscribe, and share your favourite food memories of 2024 in the comments!

00:00 Festive Greetings and Introductions

00:27 Meet the Guests

00:54 Award Talk and Banter

01:10 Christmas Special Setup

02:31 Food and Drink Orders

05:30 TikTok and Social Media Adventures

06:20 Old Man Pubs and Nostalgia

11:55 Openings and Closings in Birmingham

29:42 Top Three Memorable Moments

32:14 Exploring Southern Street Food

33:07 Zumhof: A Unique Experience

35:01 The Wilderness and Other Culinary Adventures

36:32 Memorable Dishes and Dining Experiences

42:19 Hidden Gems and Local Favorites

50:41 Upcoming Food Events and Venues

54:25 Final Thoughts and Future Plans

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Huge thank you to our sponsors for this episode JQ BID. The Jewellery Quarter is where grit meets glamour, history mingles with the hustle, and a rich tapestry of heritage pulses with modern energy.

Home to over 700 jewellers and indie retailers, it’s a neighbourhood where craft and creativity shine as brightly as the gold in its workshops. But it’s not just about the sparkle — this vibrant corner of Birmingham boasts a thriving food and drink scene and a story steeped in centuries of incredible history.

At the centre of it all is the Jewellery Quarter Business Improvement District (JQBID), the unsung hero keeping this remarkable area ticking. From projects that champion local businesses to efforts that protect its historic soul, JQBID works tirelessly to ensure the Quarter remains one of the UK’s most unique and unforgettable destinations for those who visit, work, or call it home.

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