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'I started my own cocktail business in Staffordshire and teach people how to craft their own drinks from mojitos to daiquiris'

Whether it’s a classic mojito, a rich espresso martini or a fruity cosmopolitan – our thirst for cocktails is showing no signs of slowing down.

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Features|13 hours ago
Supporting image for story: 'I started my own cocktail business in Staffordshire and teach people how to craft their own drinks from mojitos to daiquiris'
Supporting image for story: The rise and fall of five Wolverhampton pubs - here's how our city's pubs were affected by national trade decline
The rise and fall of five Wolverhampton pubs - here's how our city's pubs were affected by national trade decline
Wolverhampton|13 hours ago
Supporting image for story: Need a break during Boxing Day shopping? Here are the best places to eat while grabbing bargains in the sales
Need a break during Boxing Day shopping? Here are the best places to eat while grabbing bargains in the sales
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Food and Drink|Dec 26
Supporting image for story: 'We can't absorb the cost, so we're going to have to pass it on': West Midlands landlords facing rising costs and uncertain futures post-Budget
'We can't absorb the cost, so we're going to have to pass it on': West Midlands landlords facing rising costs and uncertain futures post-Budget
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Cost of living|Dec 26
Supporting image for story: Popular Bloxwich pub welcomes customers back in after six-figure makeover
Popular Bloxwich pub welcomes customers back in after six-figure makeover
Food and Drink|Dec 25
Supporting image for story: 8 cosy pubs in the West Midlands offering a perfect spot to warm up with a pint this festive season
8 cosy pubs in the West Midlands offering a perfect spot to warm up with a pint this festive season
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Food and Drink|Dec 25
Supporting image for story: 151 West Midlands establishments handed zero or one star food hygiene ratings in 2025 as Sandwell tops charts for number of least hygienic spots
151 West Midlands establishments handed zero or one star food hygiene ratings in 2025 as Sandwell tops charts for number of least hygienic spots
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Food and Drink|Dec 25

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Supporting image for story: How do you like your Christmas Day dinner sprouts? We ask Bilston Market traders and customers for their top tops on the seasonal vegetable
How do you like your Christmas Day dinner sprouts? We ask Bilston Market traders and customers for their top tops on the seasonal vegetable
Food and Drink|Dec 24
Supporting image for story: 'I hope to make this time of year a little easier':
Dudley Indian restaurant spreads festive joy with food donation
'I hope to make this time of year a little easier': Dudley Indian restaurant spreads festive joy with food donation
Dudley|Dec 24
Supporting image for story: Famous Victorian Dudley pub is granted permission for brewery extension and iron gates
Famous Victorian Dudley pub is granted permission for brewery extension and iron gates
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Sedgley|Dec 24
Supporting image for story: New West Midlands food hub 'reflects King’s priorities', representative claims
New West Midlands food hub 'reflects King’s priorities', representative claims
Cost of living|Dec 24
Supporting image for story: Wolverhampton wine bar owned by ex-Wolves player could lose licence - here's why
Wolverhampton wine bar owned by ex-Wolves player could lose licence - here's why
Business|Dec 23
Supporting image for story: Lichfield café steps into new year by serving up double helping of free jewellery and watch valuations
Lichfield café steps into new year by serving up double helping of free jewellery and watch valuations
Food and Drink|Dec 22
Supporting image for story: Alfred Works unveils first wave of food partners at Custard Factory
Alfred Works unveils first wave of food partners at Custard Factory
Your World|Dec 22
Supporting image for story: ‘I’m selling deep fried festive treats at my West Midlands chippy - including battered mince pies and they’re a big hit with customers’
‘I’m selling deep fried festive treats at my West Midlands chippy - including battered mince pies and they’re a big hit with customers’
Entertainment|Dec 22
Supporting image for story: Wolverhampton cafe owner looking forward to helping people who are lonely, homeless and in need to have a merry Christmas
Wolverhampton cafe owner looking forward to helping people who are lonely, homeless and in need to have a merry Christmas
Cost of living|Dec 21
Supporting image for story: We visited a pub in the Wyre Forest countryside which is a true family affair and which prides itself on high quality food
We visited a pub in the Wyre Forest countryside which is a true family affair and which prides itself on high quality food
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Food and Drink|Dec 21

UK News

Supporting image for story: Prisoner on the run after fleeing on Christmas Day
Prisoner on the run after fleeing on Christmas Day
UK News|2 hours ago
Supporting image for story: John Lewis recall popular toddler toys due to 'choking' risk
John Lewis recall popular toddler toys due to 'choking' risk
Entertainment|3 hours ago
Supporting image for story: NHS board apologises after ‘wrongful release’ of body discovered after cremation
NHS board apologises after ‘wrongful release’ of body discovered after cremation
UK News|9 hours ago
Supporting image for story: Princesses needed no tips for piano duet, composer says
Princesses needed no tips for piano duet, composer says
UK News|9 hours ago
Supporting image for story: ‘Bumper’ Boxing Day for UK retail destinations, analysts say
‘Bumper’ Boxing Day for UK retail destinations, analysts say
UK News|9 hours ago
Supporting image for story: In Pictures: Wales hosts first Oasis reunion gig and Welsh Bible goes on display
In Pictures: Wales hosts first Oasis reunion gig and Welsh Bible goes on display
UK News|10 hours ago

Viral News

Supporting image for story: John Lewis recall popular toddler toys due to 'choking' risk
John Lewis recall popular toddler toys due to 'choking' risk
Entertainment|3 hours ago
Supporting image for story: The Cure guitarist and keyboard player Perry Bamonte dies aged 65
The Cure guitarist and keyboard player Perry Bamonte dies aged 65
Breaking News|10 hours ago
Supporting image for story: Ozzy Osbourne and Rob Reiner among the celebrities we mourned in 2025
Ozzy Osbourne and Rob Reiner among the celebrities we mourned in 2025
Showbiz|Dec 26
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Charity busk draws hundreds to Dublin city centre
Viral news|Dec 24
Supporting image for story: Over 200,000 portable chargers sold on Amazon recalled due to 'fire risk'
Over 200,000 portable chargers sold on Amazon recalled due to 'fire risk'
Lifestyle|Dec 12
Supporting image for story: Tiny figures explore Irn-Bru cans in school project assisted by top photographer
Tiny figures explore Irn-Bru cans in school project assisted by top photographer
Viral news|Dec 7

World News

Supporting image for story: Winter storm sees 1,000 flights disrupted during peak holiday travel period
Winter storm sees 1,000 flights disrupted during peak holiday travel period
World News|6 hours ago
Supporting image for story: The Cure guitarist and keyboard player Perry Bamonte dies aged 65
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Breaking News|10 hours ago
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World News|12 hours ago
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Thailand and Cambodia agree ceasefire to end border fighting
World News|12 hours ago
Supporting image for story: At least 15 injured in knife and chemical attack at factory in Japan
At least 15 injured in knife and chemical attack at factory in Japan
World News|Dec 26
Supporting image for story: Zelensky says he will meet Trump on Sunday for talks on Ukraine security
Zelensky says he will meet Trump on Sunday for talks on Ukraine security
World News|Dec 26
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