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Ingredient substitutes to keep costs low

Costs are continuing to soar in the UK as the cost of living crisis continues on well into the summer, with no sign of additional help or schemes coming from the government. We at Brigad have put together a helpful guide to help you save money and substitute cheaper ingredients to keep costs down so that you can have more fun in the kitchen.

UK Government creates new bill to ensure all tips go to staff

In a move backed by UKHospitality, the government has introduced a new law that will mean all tips should now be going to hospitality workers and not the businesses they work for. This new law hopes to make tip sharing easier, however, many workers would suggest that rather than changing tipping laws, the UK should work to provide more significant aid to the hospitality industry and its workers. You can read the government's official legislature on the new tipping bill here.

Is there a future for Birmingham's Balti Triangle?

Discover the future of Birmingham's iconic Balti Triangle and explore the challenges, triumphs, and untold stories shaping the city's culinary landscape. Dive into the revitalization efforts, changing tastes, and cultural heritage in this must-read article.

Birmingham's Best Street Food

To celebrate Birmingham’s thriving food scene, Brigad has picked out a few choice recommendations, for your next visit to the city, or even for Birmingham locals to consider the next time they are eating out.

Fine Dining in Birmingham

From Michelin-starred establishments to intimate eateries, Birmingham has something to offer to every food enthusiast. Brigad has picked out some highlights that every fine dining enthusiast should look out for on their next trip to the Midlands.

May's news - Hospitality - 2023

Brigad is here to help you with the daily issues you face as a Hospitality business. From now on, you can find out the advice of the month, news from Brigad and industry updates.

Best places to visit in Birmingham

Where to go when visiting Birmingham? Birmingham is a vibrant city in the center of the Midlands with a lot to offer! The Brigad team have assembled a few highlights and must-see attractions in the great city.

April's news - Hospitality - 2023

Brigad is here to help you with the daily issues you face as a Hospitality business. From now on, you can find out the advice of the month, news from Brigad and industry updates. From inflation, recession, staff shortages to recession-proof recruitment strategy, here is our selection of the month.

How tech can help the industry recover from the staffing shortage

Brigad joined a host of talented businesses last month at the Hotel, Restaurant and Catering (HRC) trade show at Excel London. The event showcased innovative hospitality practices, technology and talks from experts in the industry. This year Florent Malbranche, Brigad’s CEO, hosted a panel which offered insights on how technology can help the industry recover from the current staffing shortage.