The team at Temper & Brown, the vibrant independent pub in Birmingham’s Jewellery Quarter, is calling on the local community and patrons to stand in solidarity with the people of Jamaica following the devastation caused by Hurricane Melissa.

Hurricane Melissa has been described as one of the most powerful storms in recent Caribbean history, leaving large swathes of Jamaica without power, homes destroyed and communities in urgent need of support. The UK government has urged donations through trusted humanitarian channels.

Recognising the scale of the disaster and its personal connection to the pub’s ethos, Temper & Brown is stepping up. The pub is launching a dedicated fundraiser to support relief efforts for those affected, in honour of its Caribbean-heritage inspired cuisine and deep ties with Jamaican culture.

Roifield Brown said, “Jamaica is hurting right now, and like many Brummie-Jamaicans, we have family in the island. So this devastating crisis has touched us personally.

"Here at Temper & Brown, we're incredibly proud of our Jamaican / West Indian roots. We celebrate it in our food and in the drink that we sell. So with that in mind, we're asking you to help us. What we're going to do for the next week, for every meal that we sell, we're going to donate £2 to the Hurricane Melissa appeal.

“So please come and help us, help the island of Jamaica.”

The Jewellery Quarter is home to a diverse local community and a flourishing independent hospitality scene. Venues like Temper & Brown don’t just serve food and drink — they are places of gathering, culture and connection. This fundraiser gives locals a way to make an international impact while strengthening community ties at home.

For more information, please visit temperandbrown.co.uk or follow them on social media @Temperandbrown