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Time Out, the global brand that inspires and enables people to experience the best of the city, is partnering with the iconic Pepsi MAX throughout 2025 to put a spotlight on and celebrate some of the best spots to eat and drink (a Pepsi MAX) in key cities across the UK. Harnessing Time Out’s authority and food and drink expertise, the first phase of the media partnership will focus on a range of digital formats centred around a bespoke, co-branded interactive map spotlighting Time Out’s handpicked top spots to eat in London, Birmingham, Manchester, and Glasgow. The map also features videos and recommendations from the brand’s influencers, Pepsi Hot Spots and Pepsi Pioneers. The campaign will be supported by a wealth of social content alongside editorial content at timeout.com, newsletter inclusions and display advertising to further spotlight the partnership and Top Eat spots.  Gareth Thomas, Director of Strategic Partnerships and Client Experience at Time Out, says: "Our partnership with Pepsi MAX is a great example of what Time Out does best — bringing to life the best of the city, with a focus on the experiences people love most, like great food and drink. This collaboration with such a globally recognised and iconic brand will see us create an innovative, multi-channel campaign that resonates with our audience, bringing our trusted expertise to life through co-branded digital maps, engaging social content, and curated editorial features. And this is just the beginning...

Time Out Market Osaka will be home to 17 restaurants and 2 bars when it opens at Grand Green Osaka – today, the next six top chefs and restaurateurs are announced to join Time Out Market Osaka. Time Out Market Osaka has announced further additions to its spectacular line-up of some of the city’s and Kansai region’s leading chefs and restaurateurs. Time Out Market Osaka – the first of its kind in Asia – will open in the south wing of Grand Green Osaka on 21 March 2025. Time Out Market is a food and cultural market bringing the best of the city together under one roof: a curated mix of its best chefs, restaurateurs and cultural experiences – it will deliver a new experience where visitors can enjoy the best local food and culture. Spread across over 3,000 sqm, the uniquely designed site will feature seventeen kitchens and two bars – making Time Out Market Osaka a place which will offer an incredible variety of cuisines from authentic Japanese, modern Mexican and Korean-inspired menus to hamburgers. It will be a place where friends and family can get together over outstanding food while immersing themselves in local culture. Time Out Market Osaka will give guests a true taste of Osaka by showcasing the best local chefs and restaurateurs of the city and the Kansai region while also serving as a platform to promote their talent both nationally as well as internationally.    With seven vendors already announced*, another six culinary top talents have been revealed today to join...

Cape Town tops the annual list of the Best Cities in the World, released today by Time Out – the global brand that inspires and enables people to experience the best of the city. Scoring highly across the board for its beauty, overall happiness and top-notch food scene, Cape Town has climbed one place since last year where it ranked second. The Mother City – as it is affectionately known – is rich in history and cultural significance, and offers visitors countless opportunities to discover incredible food, culture and nightlife, not to mention impeccable green spaces and access to nature. For the seventh year of Time Out’s global survey of city-dwellers, more than 18,500 locals shared their thoughts on their city, including Time Out’s regular readers. Questions covered everything from food, nightlife and culture to affordability, happiness and overall city vibe. A panel of more than 100 city experts, drawn from Time Out’s global network, was also asked to name the most exciting cities in the world right now. Time Out then combined all the data – a total of 44 different criteria – to rank the best cities in the world for 2025. Grace Beard, Travel Editor at Time Out said: “Our annual list of Time Out’s Best Cities in the World right now proves that if you want to know what makes a city truly great, ask a local. Thousands of city-dwellers worldwide responded to our survey this year, sharing their opinion on everything from nightlife and food to public transport, green spaces...

From the city’s and region’s best chefs and up-and-coming restaurants to much loved eateries: Time Out Market Osaka will showcase a curated mix of Kansai’s best culinary and cultural talents   Scheduled to open on March 21, 2025 as part of the Grand Green Osaka development, Time Out Market Osaka is a food and culture market that brings the best of the city together under one roof: a curated mix of the best local chefs, restaurateurs and cultural experiences. As the first of its kind in Asia, Time Out Market Osaka is set to be a new must-visit destination for all those who want to get a true taste of Osaka and the Kansai region. Time Out Market Osaka will feature 17 kitchens and 2 bars in a unique space totaling over 3,000 square meters. Guests will be able to experience some of the city’s very best food from a variety of concepts while coming together with family and friends to enjoy their meals at communal tables while also being immersed in local culture. Today, the first seven local chefs and restaurateurs have been revealed to be part of Time Out Market Osaka’s all-star lineup. These hand-picked talents will represent the diverse and rich culinary culture of their hometown Osaka and the Kansai region – with more vendors announced in the lead up to the opening of Time Out Market Osaka.    KUSHIAGE001 Produced by kushiage010: A casual taste of rich and creative shish-kebabs  Winner of consecutive Bib Gourmand awards in the Michelin Guide, KUSHIAGE 001 (Zero Zero One) – a...

Time Out – the global brand that inspires and enables people to experience the best of the city – today releases its annual list of the best things to do, featuring new openings, activities and travel opportunities around the world for the year ahead. 2025 is shaping up to be an unforgettable year for travel, packed with extraordinary experiences, from city-wide celebrations marking milestone anniversaries in Amsterdam and Rome to the unveiling of dazzling new cultural hubs in Rotterdam, New York, and Abu Dhabi. For adventure seekers, the list features fresh opportunities for wildlife encounters in Australia, Singapore, and Greenland, and for those looking for new ways to travel there are cycling, train and even paddle-boating trips.  Grace Beard, Time Out’s Travel Editor says: “Our annual Time Out guide to the best new things to do in the world is a great way for travellers to plan their year ahead. You’ll find everything from major art exhibitions and newly-opened adventure trails to the world’s biggest parties and once in a lifetime moments – this is Time Out’s definitive global events calendar, packed with all the unmissable stuff going on worldwide in 2025.” From food to art, and culture to wildlife, there is something for everyone on Time Out’s list of the 25 best new things to do in the world in 2025: timeout.com/things-to-do/best-things-to-do-in-the-world Join a spectacular spiritual celebration that only happens every quarter-century: Rome, Italy Cycle, walk or...

A new food and cultural market bringing the best of Bahrain together under one roof. Manama, Bahrain – December 2, 2024: Time Out Market Bahrain officially opened its doors to the public on Monday, December 2 in the heart of Manama. To mark the occasion, two special events were hosted: an exclusive preview for members of the media, and a private grand opening in the presence of Her Excellency Ms. Fatima bint Jaffar Al Sairafi, Minister of Tourism. At the grand opening event, guests got to experience a true taste of the Market with the best of Bahrain under one roof including live music performances. Time Out Market Bahrain features a curated line up of 14 local award-winning chefs, up-and-coming restaurateurs, and much-loved culinary gems. They all bring a diverse range of cuisines to the table reflecting the Kingdom of Bahrain’s cultural influence and array of international cuisines from Middle Eastern, Japanese, South American and Lebanese to casual options such as pizza and burgers. Beyond its standing as a leading culinary hub, Time Out Market also showcases local entertainment and talent through an exciting year-round cultural programme hosting Bahraini DJs, bands and musicians as well as workshops, art displays, and activities for families with kids on Saturdays. The Market is open every day, all day for guests to experience breakfast, lunch, dinner or anything in between – all within a vibrant, uniquely designed space that offers something for everyone. Ian Russell,...

Time Out today announces that it is launching in South Africa with a new franchise partner, leading broadcasting and digital media group Kagiso Media Radio (KMR). Time Out is a global brand with a local voice, known for its content about the best things to do, see, eat and drink as well as travel recommendations – curated by a team of local expert journalists and distributed across multiple channels spanning web, mobile, email, video, social and live events. Inspirational content so people can go out better Expanding the current presence of Time Out Cape Town from December 1st, Kagiso Media Radio will broaden Time Out South Africa coverage across the country to Johannesburg, Pretoria and Durban, as well as the National Parks, the wine regions and many other tourist destinations over the coming months. The mission is to make timeout.com/southafrica the go-to destination for the best cultural, culinary and travel experiences for both locals and tourists alike. The inspirational and entertaining content will include stories such as ‘The Best Things to do in Cape Town’, ‘The Best Beaches in Cape Town’ and ‘What’s on in Cape Town’. Anthea Carstens, Kagiso Media Radio’s General Manager for Publishing, said: “We are thrilled to partner with Time Out on the South African launch of this iconic and celebrated brand. South Africa is rich in natural beauty, culture and adventure. Our aim is to amplify those special, local stories and show off our unique experiences. We are committed...

Time Out Market Bahrain is set to officially open its doors on Monday, December 2, and will be open daily from 10 am to midnight. The highly anticipated opening will welcome visitors from across the Kingdom and the region to experience a curated line-up of Bahrain’s best award-winning chefs, up-and-coming restaurateurs and much-loved culinary gems. The Market is also announcing its final additions to the line-up and the following will complement the previously announced vendors: Circa, Fatto, Goodness, and By Mirai offering Japanese fusion on the Market’s rooftop. Each of the 14 vendors will bring a diverse range of cuisines to the table, providing enriching food experiences that reflect the Kingdom of Bahrain’s cultural influence and carefully-crafted array of international dishes. In bringing its immersive culinary experience to the island, Time Out Market will build on the Kingdom’s efforts to position Bahrain as an attractive tourist destination for food connoisseurs and culture enthusiasts. Beyond its standing as a leading culinary hub, the Market will also showcase local entertainment and talent through an exciting year-round cultural programme hosting Bahraini DJs, bands and musicians. In addition to live music, there will be activities for families with kids on Saturdays, workshops, art displays, and interactive sessions that celebrate Bahrain's rich heritage and vibrant arts scene. The curated selection promises to deliver engaging cultural experiences...

Showcasing Bahrain’s top culinary talents in one delicious space:SOUL, Eathai, Doña by Margarita Mexicana, Zen by China Garden, and Kāju are confirmed to join Time Out Market when it opens at City Centre Bahrain 30 October 2024: As Time Out Market Bahrain prepares to open later this year, further additions have been unveiled to its impressive lineup of award-winning chefs, up-and-coming restaurateurs and much-loved local gems.  Time Out Market is a food and cultural market bringing the best of the city together under one roof, based on editorial curation: its best chefs, restaurateurs and cultural experiences. It will bring a new culinary and cultural experience to Bahrain as guests will have the opportunity to explore a variety of cuisines and high-quality dining, all at accessible prices. Whether that’s modern Middle Eastern, authentic Persian or Japanese-inspired food or more casual options such as burgers and more. Spread across over 3,000 sqm, the uniquely designed space will offer eleven kitchens, dessert counters, a coffee hub, a stage for entertainment and an al fresco rooftop – making Time Out Market a place that caters to every taste from breakfast and lunch to dinner, and anytime in between. Bahrain has a rich and diverse tapestry of culinary traditions and Time Out Market is dedicated to celebrating this vibrant and constantly evolving food scene. By showcasing the best local talents – including several female chefs and restaurateurs – and giving them a...

Time Out will expand coverage across the region with new city and country-wide content. 22nd October 2024: Time Out – the global brand that inspires and enables people to experience the best of the city – is launching Time Out Asia (timeout.com/asia) to create a regional hub and is expanding its city and country-wide “best of” content. Bringing together all of Time Out’s content across Asia in one go-to destination for locals and travellers alike, Time Out Asia will feature content about the best things to do, see, eat and drink as well as travel news and recommendations to inspire its experience-hungry audience which has a growing Gen Z share and a high interest in travel and going out. Time Out has been curating content and engaging its highly engaged audience and advertising clients in Asia since 2007, with an audience of millions across Singapore, Hong Kong, Malaysia, China and Japan – as well as in Thailand where Time Out recently announced MediaMagination as its new franchise partner. Alongside the launch of timeout.com/asia, Time Out will expand its content across Kuala Lumpur, Bali and Jakarta, and going forward will add content in further countries across the region. This next step comes hot on the heels of Time Out's success expanding its content in Australia, the US and the UK with national coverage and audiences to drive further growth. Time Out offers trusted, authentic content across multiple platforms, including web, mobile, social media, video, audio,...