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Bristol Beer Factory's National Triumph: Southville’s own Bristol Beer Factory has smashed it at the Cambridge Beer Festival, with their absolute classic 'Independence' being named the Champion Beer of Britain 2026. It beat out 11 other top-tier brews to claim the title of the best cask beer in the UK. Massive congratulations to the team; it’s brilliant to see a local favourite get the national recognition it deserves.

Sellanraa Bookshop Cafe Opening: A lovely new spot is coming to Redland by the end of June. Book-loving barista Jackson Jeff is opening Sellanraa at 1B Chandos Road, taking over the cosy unit where Opus Glass Design sat for 30 years. It’s going to be a proper community hub blending a celiac-friendly food menu, coffee from Bedminster’s Boona Boona, and a curated selection of literature from Clifton Village’s Heron Books. Expect a relaxed vibe with stained glass touches and family artwork on the walls.

Bacco Italian Wine Bar: If you love the coffee van in St Andrew’s Park, you’re in luck. Owner Amir Sufiani has just opened Bacco, his first permanent bricks-and-mortar site at 44 Gloucester Road. Located right next to the Post Office on the Raglan Road corner, this new seven-day-a-week joint brings authentic Italian cafe culture to BS7. Stop by from morning through to evening for specialty coffee, fine wines, cicchetti, and Mediterranean-style sharing plates.

The Bristol Cheesemonger Accolade: Our brilliant local cheese experts over on Gloucester Road have been named one of the top ten best cheese shops across the South West by Speciality Food Magazine. Since Oli Smith and Jenny Howell moved the business from Wapping Wharf, they’ve been killing it with tasting events, cider pairings, and direct links to small-scale farmhouse producers. It’s a well-deserved nod for a team keeping our indie food scene so sharp.

Big Nath's BBQ Sauce Praise: Local legend Big Nath's BBQ Sauce has caught the eye of My Weekly magazine. Their sweet and smoky sauce, which already holds a Gold Great British Food Award from 2023, was featured as a must-buy product. At £6.50 a bottle, it’s the ultimate shout for your upcoming summer marinades and glazes.

Tokyo Ramen Legend in Bristol (2nd June - 6th June): Tomo No Ramen at 55 West St is hosting a proper massive guest chef. Chef Ryuichi Ueno from the famous Ramen Hirai in Tokyo is stopping by for a whole week on his European tour. He'll be serving up his iconic Kyushu style tonkotsu featuring a rich pork broth, three different types of chashu, and snappy Hakata style noodles. Veggies and vegans don't sweat it, they've got you covered too. Get booking before it fills up.

Live Music and Local Beers (6th June): Lupe on North Street is hosting several acts for the North Street Sounds event. It's a proper community vibe with an incredible selection of local, German, Belgian, and European beers, plus some top-tier cocktails. Tunes kick off at 1pm, 8pm, and 11pm featuring The Sam Paul Band and DJ Five Stylez. Even better, entry is totally free and local legends Eatchu are sorting the food.

Five Courses of Foodie Trivia (9th June): One Fish Street on Chandos Road is putting on a relaxed quiz night paired with a massive five-course set menu. Starting at 7pm, each delicious dish is paired with a round of light-hearted, food-inspired trivia. It's designed to be playful rather than a proper brain-melter, and the winning team walks away with a £50 restaurant voucher. Tickets are £45 per person and selling fast on Eventbrite.

Exclusive Candlelit Oyster Salon (24th June): Poco Taps Bar is transforming into an intimate seafood haven for one night only. The evening kicks off at 7pm with freshly shucked oysters, seasonal canapés, and flowing premium Cava right at the bar. Afterwards, you'll grab a seat at the communal tables for a Mediterranean-inspired seafood feast paired with three carefully selected premium wines. Tickets are £75 per person and seats are very limited.

British Flavours and Fine Wine (25th June): Adelina Yard is hosting an unforgettable Winemaker's Dinner alongside Walgate Wines. For £65, you'll get a stunning five-course menu featuring seasonal British flavours like Orkney scallop with roe sauce and Cornish lamb with smoked aubergine. Every single dish is beautifully paired with wines shared by the actual makers. Sitting starts at 6:30pm and spaces are tight, so give them a ring to secure your spot.

Tucked away in Redland, this independent pub is a massive local favourite, offering a friendly, relaxed vibe with absolutely zero pretension. It's the ideal spot to pitch up for a pint right next to some of the best menus in the city, whether you're killing time before a table booking or wrapping up the night after an amazing meal.

They don't do food or kitchen pop-ups, meaning the entire focus is on a brilliantly curated, rotating line-up of quality beers. You'll regularly find top-tier pours on tap from brilliant local names like Left Handed Giant, Arbor, and Deya, alongside a cracking selection of independent cask ales and crisp ciders. It's a great neighborhood boozer that does the simple things right. Plus, if you're ever over in Redcliffe, they’ve got a brilliant historic sister pub called The King’s Head on Victoria Street that’s well worth a look.

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