Katie Kirwan

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Katie Kirwan is the Head of Brand & B2C at DesignMyNight. A recognised nightlife and hospitality expert, Katie brings over 12 years of experience to the table, having visited over 500 of the UK's best restaurants, bars and cultural experiences.

Not only about Japanese food (she'll never skip agedashi tofu when it's on the menu), Katie is on the pulse of the best quality cocktails for £11 and less in London, and can always be found in quirky museums too. Need a table at The Devonshire? She can help with that.

Beyond DesignMyNight, Katie Kirwan's hospitality expertise is regularly featured in top publications, including The Times, Bar Magazine and Time Out.

  • Favourite cocktail bar
    Black Dove, Brighton
  • Favourite restaurant
    Bonsai Plant Kitchen
  • Special skill
    Finding the best taco restaurant nearby.

Recent articles...

Birmingham Beer Bash

What with the recent craft beer explosion in Birmingham thanks to the introduction of Brewdog into its drinking ranks, it's no surprise to find a summer tailored beer event ready...
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The Legend of Tuaca

It's not mysterious and no chums, it's not hard to come by, but Tuaca is most certainly one of Brighton's most elusive tipples. Want to be in the know? You...
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The Rose Villa Tavern - Pub Review

The Rose Villa Tavern
Jewellery Quarter

A traditional pub meets trendy quirks, The Rose Villa Tavern is a cool and contemporary pub in the Jewellery Quarter. From antler chandeliers to multi-coloured up-cycled pub furniture, The Rose...
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Secret Garden Music Festival at Lab11

Lab11
Digbeth

Now then, what do you associate with winter? A premium supply of pocket tissues? An uncomfortable layering of socks and rain ravaged shoes? N'awww, scrap that chums! Lab11 are looking...
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Moseley NYE All-Nighter

Who would have known that Moseley was so good at keeping sordid secrets eh? Embarking on their own end of year adventure, Moseley has announced a truly special New year's...
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