Stories from Andy Richardson

Andy Richardson

Feature Writer

Feature writer and food critic Andy Richardson interviews celebrities, writes columns and hangs out with chefs for stories that appear across all group titles.

November 9, 2024

I scaled new heights to try a legendary phall in the West Midlands and it was hotter than a heatwave

News|Nov 9

October 31, 2024

Comment: Rachel Reeves listened to public's demand for change in the Budget – but will it work?

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Opinions|Oct 31

October 19, 2024

I discovered a pocket of sheer delight in a West Midlands town derided as 'a dump' on Tripadvisor

Dining out|Oct 19

Broadway hit The Book of Mormon coming to West Midlands

Features|Oct 19

October 17, 2024

Comment: Liam Payne's death is a tragedy and highlights the pressures of global stardom

Wolverhampton entertainment|Oct 17

October 16, 2024

'Why hapless Tory MPs have well and truly shot themselves in the foot' – Andy Richardson

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Politics|Oct 16

October 14, 2024

'Gifted, mercurial, and loveable' – Birmingham Michelin starred restaurateur Glynn Purnell will bounce back - here's why

Dining out|Oct 14

October 13, 2024

I was in search of burgers but went to a tried and trusted favourite which was spot on - again

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Dining out|Oct 13

October 9, 2024

I wonder – just what were the BBC questions Boris Johnson managed to dodge?

Politics|Oct 9

September 29, 2024

I visited an Indian restaurant in Kidderminster and enjoyed a near perfect dining experience

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Dining out|Sep 29

September 28, 2024

Pure joy as Ian Broudie goes back on the road

Features|Sep 28

September 21, 2024

The Creation of the Oasis phenomenon

Features|Sep 21

September 15, 2024

I stepped inside a restaurant that could make you fall off your favourite diet

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Food and Drink|Sep 15

September 11, 2024

'Corporate PM Sir Keir Starmer is happy to play villain' – Andy Richardson

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Politics|Sep 11

September 8, 2024

I visited a thriving country pub near Bridgnorth rescued by the local community - here's what to expect from the food

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Dining out|Sep 8

September 7, 2024

PP Arnold: Living a dream with superstars

Features|Sep 7

September 4, 2024

'Why has so little has changed since Grenfell tragedy?' – Andy Richardson

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Opinions|Sep 4

August 31, 2024

Rock star’s life beyond Police

Features|Aug 31

August 27, 2024

Why are Oasis reuniting? It may stir the emotions – but mostly this is all about good business

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Music|Aug 27

August 24, 2024

'We're still rocking!' Owner of Bilston's Robin speaks of his love for music venue

Music|Aug 24

August 17, 2024

Huey’s fun lovin’ life as a rock’n’roll icon

Features|Aug 17

July 20, 2024

Rocker Shaun Ryder tells it like it is – warts and all

Features|Jul 20

July 15, 2024

'Fake reviewers demanding a ransom are threatening to ruin my restaurant - it’s frightening'

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Crime|Jul 15

July 13, 2024

Queen of the West End: Kerry Ellis goes on the road

Features|Jul 13

July 9, 2024

Hamilton star role ‘a dream come true’

Features|Jul 9

July 7, 2024

I visited a Japanese restaurant in Shropshire and discovered a warm glow and considerable comfort

Dining out|Jul 7

July 3, 2024

Big Interview: Faye Tozer Steps into exciting role as iconic Disney villainess

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Wolverhampton entertainment|Jul 3

Where I expect 'Portillo Moments' to happen on general election night

General Election 2024|Jul 3

June 30, 2024

I discovered real ale and hearty grub at a traditional pub with the warmest welcome

Dining out|Jun 30

June 29, 2024

Cruella role is not a dog’s life for actress Kym

Features|Jun 29

June 27, 2024

'Thank God this weird general election will end soon' – Andy Richardson on the strangest of fights for Number 10

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General Election 2024|Jun 27

June 23, 2024

Review: I visited a traditional Shropshire pub and was transported back to the 1980s

Dining out|Jun 23

June 22, 2024

Grease is the word as musical hits road

Features|Jun 22

June 19, 2024

'Tory's Duracell Bunny is running out of power' – General election comment by Andy Richardson

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General Election 2024|Jun 19

June 12, 2024

'Karma has bit Rishi Sunak on the backside' – Andy Richardson on the Tory's disastrous election campaign

Local elections 2024|Jun 12

June 6, 2024

Star comment – the debt our nation owes to D-Day heroes

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Homepage|Jun 6

June 1, 2024

Ross a master of the art of the grill

Features|Jun 1

May 26, 2024

Curtain to go up on David Walliams' Awful Auntie

Weekend|May 26

May 23, 2024

Gun is fired on a general election – now let us await the promises. Comment by Andy Richardson.

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Politics|May 23

May 18, 2024

Curtain’s up for The Syndicate

Features|May 18

May 12, 2024

'I had an epic hot dog at a restaurant that's marvellous both inside and out'

Dining out|May 12

May 11, 2024

Richard Hawley: A love letter to singer’s home

Features|May 11

May 5, 2024

Food review: My meal at this affordable Shropshire pub ticked all the boxes

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Dining out|May 5

April 28, 2024

I visited one of Bridgnorth’s most handsome restaurants - this is my honest review

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Bridgnorth|Apr 28

April 13, 2024

James's Tim Booth: Songs in tune with joy of life

Features|Apr 13

April 10, 2024

Can Brand Andy beat the Tory blues to win West Midlands mayoral race?

Homepage|Apr 10

April 7, 2024

The Big Debate: Time to turn off the heating?

Features|Apr 7

March 30, 2024

How music that inspired new BBC drama This Town was a unifying force

Features|Mar 30

March 23, 2024

Julian Clary delighted to able to show off his outrageous side on visit to Shrewsbury and Birmingham

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News|Mar 23

The Coral are back on song

Features|Mar 23