Katie Kirwan

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Head of Brand & B2C at DesignMyNight since 2013, Katie leads DesignMyNight's brand, business strategy and team. With over 11 years in digital restaurant, bar and experience marketing, Katie remains food and drink obsessed, always on the hunt for a great Japanese restaurant serving up agadeshi tofu. Katie provides regular insights into the industry, with bylines in The Times, Bar Magazine and Time Out.

Katie was a UK Content Awards judge in 2022, and her team took home the trophy as 'Best In-House Content Team of the Year' at the UK Content Awards Winner in 2023, nominated again in 2024. Her team have also won 'Best Use Of Creativity' in the UK Digital PR Awards in 2024. 

  • 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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#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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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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