Eating Edgbaston

Led by Simpson’s, the first restaurant of four to gain a Michelin-star in the city, Edgbaston is emerging as a gastronomic destination. Indeed, two of Simpson’s chefs, Adam Bennett and Kristan Curtis, took fourth place at this year’s’culinary Olympics’, the Bocuse D’Or, Lyon – the highest position achieved by UK chefs. Douglas Blyde learns more.

Tapas Revolution Omar Allibhoy

Omar Allibhoy can do complicated if he wants; his food at Tapas Revolution, the restaurant chain he founded, can serve up seriously inventive snacks, but this book is all about the simple recipes he grew up with and which he wants to share.