Katie Kirwan

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Katie Kirwan is the Head of Brand & B2C at DesignMyNight, where she has been shaping the website's voice and strategy since 2013. A recognised nightlife and hospitality expert, Katie brings over 12 years of experience to the table, exploring 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 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...

The Jekyll and Hyde - Cocktail Bar Review

The Jekyll and Hyde
Birmingham City Centre

Part of popular Bitters 'N' Twisted chain, The Jekyll and Hyde just by the way of Birmingham City Centre is a vintage treat of cocktail proportions. From unique sharers to...
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Brewdog - Bar Review

BrewDog Birmingham
City Centre

Birmingham are lucky enough to be the hosts of Brewdog's 10th bar in the country and by whoopie cake have they done them proud. Slick decor, cleverly crafted drinks and...
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Island Bar - Cocktail Bar Review

Island Bar
Birmingham City Centre

NOW CLOSED. An exotic retreat nestled in amongst Birmingham's buildings, Island Bar is hailed and known as being one of the only tiki themed cocktail bars in Birmingham. Brimming with...
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Fumo - Restaurant Bar Review

Fumo
City Centre

Venetian, Italian tapas is the grub of choice at this swanky restaurant bar with the right trimmings. From great service to a great atmosphere, Fumo in Birmingham city centre is...
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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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#FutureFoodies have got the goodies

So, just how long have you been waiting for an event that brings together some of Birmingham's finest independent foodies, drinks curators and local producers? Too long says Dine Birmingham...
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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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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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