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RENAE: New cocktail bar and music venue lands on Thomas Street

BEATS AND BOOZE: Band on the Wall announces its acquisition of The Rose & Monkey

BURGERS, BUTTIES & BIRRIA: New Century welcomes latest addition Wilson's to the kitchen

MUD: Free farmer's market to take over Sadler's Yard later this month

THIS SUMMER: Big Mamma Group to open new Sardinian trattoria just off Deansgate this June

THIS WEEKEND: Viral juice bar Joe & The Juice officially opens new Manchester store

NEXT WEEK: Leading hospitality trade show NRB25 returns to Manchester Central

BOOKINGS OPEN: New Treehouse Hotel restaurant Pip reveals new menu

GREEK FEAST: Kallos opens pop-up prior to official launch

NEXT MONTH: Manchester’s newest Irish bar to open on Hilton Street in March

STRETFEST: Stretford's inaugural neighbourhood festival returns next week

FORBICI: New pizza restaurant serving 'world’s most powerful dough' to open on Cross Street next month

NOW OPEN: Trafford Centre unveils four independent businesses in latest refurbishment

SKOF: Chef Tom Barnes' Skof takes home Michelin Star less than a year after opening

THIS SUMMER: New food hall House of Social to open on First Street

NATIONAL PIZZA DAY: Ramona is giving away hundreds of free pizza slices this weekend

THE BEST OF BAKES: Lovingly Artisan named the UK’s top bakery third time in a row

WINNERS: All the Manchester Food and Drink Awards winners announced

NEXT MONTH: Steakhouse Meatworks to open first UK location at Circle Square

READY, STEADY, COOK: The Vegetarian Society launches brand-new city centre cooking school

ONE NIGHT ONLY: Guest chef Dave Wall to join KAJI Chef Patron Steven Smith next month

RE-LAUNCH: Hidden Deansgate nightlife venue One Eight Six set to re-open its doors this month

NATIONAL BURGER AWARDS: Albert's Schloss named as one of the 'best burgers in the UK'

A FROSTY AFFAIR: GRUB’s Winter Beer Festival returns this month with craft brews, street food and live entertainment

DRY JAN: Manchester's only alcohol-free bar Hinterland is the place to be this month

HALF-OFF: The best January dining deals doing 50% off

NEXT MONTH: Manchester Food and Drink Festival Awards winners announced in January

SPRING OPENING: Lina Stores to open new Quay Street location in just a few months

THIS WEEKEND: Platt Fields Market Garden to host Yaldā Feast

BREWS ALL ROUND: Nomad Coffee opens on Lever Street in the Northern Quarter

FIRST PLAICE: Stockport chippy could bag major win at Fish And Chip Awards

SMASHED IT: Oslo-born burger joint Doug's to open new location on Oxford Road

SWEET TREAT: Half Dozen Other open new site at Oxford Road's Circle Square

AMBER'S: New 1000-capacity nightclub with £5 tickets and surprise DJs now open

PROPER GOOD PINTS: Five North West pubs named in Estrella Damm Top 50 Gastropubs for 2025 shortlist

CAFFEINE FAVOURITES: ASAP Coffee takes over old Takk site

UNDERGROUND ESCAPE: New bar hidden behind secret door opens on Thomas Street

HOME OF THE FOAM: Trof, Manchester Union and Wandering Palate unite to open new bar

NEW OPENING: Foundation Coffee House lands on Salford's Chapel Street

LUNCHTIME SORTED: 'World's greatest sandwich shop' Foldies opens in Northern Quarter

MARGS, MEZCAL AND MEXICAN WRESTLING: Kampus favourites Madre to open new tequila bar

A TRADITIONAL TAKE: FENIX launch three new Christmas menu experiences

IMMACULATE VIBES: First taste of new Spinningfields hotspot Stow

CHORLTON EATS: Nepalese street foods legends Momo Shop reveal new menu following rebrand

FESTIVE FAMILY FUN: Freight Island announces Winter Island and Twilight Trail

WINTERHOOD: Diecast announces the ultimate Christmas takeover

SUPPER CLUB: New Japanese dining concept NIWA Yakitori launches in the Northern Quarter

THIS WEEKEND: Diecast presents bottomless Homobloc Brunch Royale

NEXT YEAR: Manchester Food and Drink Festival Awards to take place at New Century in January

NEW RUDY'S: Rudy's announces three new specials to bring on the new season

WINTER DELIGHTS: Embankment Kitchen reveals new seasonal menu

STOW: Trof owners to open new open fire restaurant and cocktail bar this month

BAKER OF THE YEAR: Lovingly Artisan's Aidan Monks wins Baker of the Year 2024

NEXT WEEK: Free Halloween party at Wilson's Social

FREE BAR PARTIES: Simmons Bar opens new Deansgate location

CHEF OF THE YEAR: Shaun Moffat joins MAYA as new Head Chef

TASTE OF THE SEASON: FENIX announces Halloween plans and new autumn menu

PROPER GOOD: The Firehouse launches new Supper Club menu

A VIBRANT AFFAIR: MAYA launches Burlesque Supper Clubs this autumn

HALLOWEEN PLANS: Diecast launches immersive horror show Scare Factory

MANCHESTER COFFEE FESTIVAL: The North's biggest coffee party returns

COFFEE LOVER'S PARADISE: KitchenAid set to take over Market Street with free pop-up espresso experience

BOTTOMLESS: Fairfield Social Club announce bottomless Rocky Horror Show parties

KALLOS: New Greek restaurant to open in Salford this autumn

SUPPER CLUB: The Firehouse launches brand-new dining experience this week

MYKONOS ROASTS: FENIX launch new Sunday Agora menu this weekend

NEXT MONTH: The Great Street Feast to make a triumphant return in October

THIS FRIDAY: Tampopo to give away 400 free katsu curries this week

COMPLIMENTARY BUBBLES AND FREE DESSERT: Embankment Kitchen celebrates its fifth birthday next month

FREE ROASTS: Maray giving away free Middle-Eastern-inspired roasts this Sunday

NEW OPENING: Chorlton's Indian Affair to open new Ancoats location this week

NEGRONI MONTH: Rudy's introduces 4 new Negroni cocktails to its menu

NEXT WEEK: Sandwich favourites Bada Bing to open NQ location next week

THE COPPER BAR: Band on the Wall to open New York jazz-inspired bar

NEW OPENING: Blacklock set to open their highly-anticipated Manchester Chop House this month

LIMITLESS COCKTAILS: Sexy Fish announce new 'limitless' cocktails for Sexy Sunday brunch

ANTIPASTI AND APERITIVO: Lina Stores coming to Quay Street next spring

POUR IT OUT: Copita Mezcal and Tequila Festival coming to Manchester Cathedral next month

RED STRIPE AND CURRY: Free Caribbean pop-up set to takeover Spinningfields Square

BOOKINGS LIVE: New Italian-American restaurant Louis set to open early doors next month

FESTA ITALIANA: The annual Italian food and drink festival to take over Cathedral Gardens this weekend

PUB OF THE YEAR: Historic Marple pub named Greater Manchester’s Pub of the Year

ULTIMATE PRIDE STREET PARTY: Afflecks, NQ64 and Crazy Pedros team up to host free street party this weekend

NEW OPENING: Retro Italian-American restaurant Louis to open next month

DETROIT SLIMS: Ramona's new pizza concept coming to Oxford Road this autumn

JUICY AND TENDER: Flat Iron's proper good steaks at an affordable price

ROLLED: Aussie-style sushi kiosk opens in the Trafford Centre next week

SLICE FEST: Italian Slice Festival comes to Fairfield Social Club this weekend

MANCHESTER PRIDE: Bottomless Drag Brunch comes to Sexy Fish

FOR FANS OF FROMAGE: Parmogeddon announced as latest addition to New Century Hall

SUSHI SUSHI: Unagi opens fifth site in Salford

FLAVOUR CITY: Far Eastern favourite Tampopo launches brand-new menu

RAMONA LIVE: Frozen margs and free music for the masses

DUMPLINGS GALORE: Tattu launch Dim Sundays this summer

BADA BING: Italo-American sandwich favourites return to Manchester

NATIONAL TEQUILA DAY: Madre giving away free margaritas this week

SOUL OF MADRID: Madrí launches summer city tour in Cathedral Gardens

DAIQUIRI WEEK: Top 3 best Daiquiris in Manchester

MEASURED: New Century launches new cocktail pod

ARTISANAL COFFEES AND ORGANIC SOURDOUGH: Bakehouse32 opens new location in Stretford town centre

DISCO CLUB: Michelin Guide feature MAYA launches Cocktail Bistro

PASTRIES GALORE: Companio Bakery finally opens Northern Quarter location

ANOTHER GOOD THING: Local non-profit Eat Well MCR takes over Pollard Yard

FREE APEROLS: Society set to give away free Aperol Spritz until next week

THIS WEEKEND: Stetford's new free festival releases jam-packed programme

SWEET DREAMS: Baker Ruby Tandoh takes over Factory+ as Editor in Residence

BOUNCEBACK: Lovingly Artisan set to support local food charity's first street party

FREE WAGYU: Flat Iron celebrates Manchester opening with huge steak giveaway

GRADUATION GRUB: Zouk celebrates Manchester’s 2024 graduates

SANDWICHES, WINE AND PANTRY ESSENTIALS: Ancoats Deli set to open in July

BEER GARDEN TRANSFORMATION: Local street artist Hammo joins forces with Society

SUMMER SOLSTICE: FENIX launches 'Rise' bringing the magic of Mykonos to Manchester

ALL THINGS ITALO: Grub's Italian food fair to bring Mediterranean vibes to Manchester

FOR THE LOVE OF BEER: Manchester Camerata joins forces with Cloudwater Brewery

NATIONAL RESTAURANT AWARDS: Three Manchester restaurants named very best in UK

BURGERS GALORE: Burger Food Fair returns to GRUB this Sunday

IT’S CUMIN HOME: Euros celebrations at Bundobust

SOAKING IN THE SIGHTS: Hyatt's Yoga Brunch to return this July

2-4-1: Hyatt’s The Laureate restaurant launches 2-4-1 pizza offer every Monday

STRETFEST: Neighbourhood-wide free street festival comes to Stretford in July

KICKING OFF: Society set to screen all of the Euros 2024 matches from next week

SOURDOUGH LEGENDS: Companio set to open its first cafe in the Northern Quarter

SUMMERTOWN SEASON: Big bank holiday bash at Diecast

MOTHER MARY'S: Former Manchester Institution Font Bar set to re-open

IMPERIAL ROASTS AND BANGING BRUNCH: Tattu set to put on a weekend-long bank holiday celebration

OVERNIGHT BRISKET AND SUCCULENT SLABS: Good Things comes to New Century Hall

FROZEN MARGS AND PALOMA GALORE: Casa Pomelo by Casamigos Tequila joins Freight Island

PERSIAN BREAD KITCHEN: Jaan by Another Hand joins Exhibition food hall

BEERS IN THE GARDEN: Track Brewing and Platt Fields Market Garden set to throw a family-friendly festival next month

COFFEE BY DAY, TUNES BY NIGHT: Stockport's Ōdiobā set to host a welcome party later this month

NAPLES ON A BUDGET: Conni’s Pizzeria brings a slice of 'la dolce vita' to Blackfriars Road

Modern Turkish grill favourites Ottoman set to open first city centre restaurant next week

MEXICO TO MANCHESTER: Taco Fest coming to GRUB this weekend

SKOF: Chef Tom Barnes is opening a new restaurant next month

MICHELIN STAR: Gary Neville announces Michelin Star chef for his hotel restaurant

A DECADE IN BEER: Runaway Brewery hosting beer festival in Stockport

PASTA COMES TO SOCIETY: Neapolitan pizza specialists Noi Quattro launches new pasta menu

PASTA PIZZA BOWLS: Lucky Mama's in Chorlton

THE PEARL: TUSCAN WINE WINDOW OPENING IN THE HEART OF PRESTWICH VILLAGE

LISTENING TIME: Ancoats' Flawd wines collaborates with Stretford listening bar

NELL'S PIZZA SET TO OPEN NEW CITY CENTRE LOCATION THIS AUTUMN

ON TAP: Manchester Craft Beer Festival comes to Depot Mayfield this summer

NEW AND IMPROVED: Nell's Pizza announces revamped menu ahead of summer

CHORLTON TAKEOVER: The team behind Castle Hotel and Gullivers set to transform famous South Manchester pub

TIRAMISU DRAWERS AND PASTA GALORE: Onda opening first proper restaurant next month

BOOZE AND BEATS: Stockport is getting a new audiophile bar

FROM MYKONOS TO MANCHESTER: Moonlight Parties come to FENIX this week

BIG CHEERS: Historic Brewing Festival comes to Manchester this August

CHARCOAL-COOKED STEAKS AND WINE ON TAP: Blacklock set to open on Peter Street this autumn

FROM CHORLTON TO TOWN: The UK's No.1 Neapolitan Pizzeria Spot opens in Spring Gardens

PISTACHIO TIRAMISU AND CHAI GALORE: A BRAND-NEW PERSIAN CAFE HAS JUST LANDED ON CHAPEL STREET

CARAVAN: Award-winning restaurant group and coffee roastery set to open in Manchester this summer

Bottomless sushi brunch: Sexy Fish announces Sexy Sunday Brunch

Unlimited curry nights and family favourites: Thursday Treasures new menu launch at The Laureate Restaurant

Four-chapter authentic Greek dining experience: Mother's Day at FENIX

Steak lover paradise: Flat Iron set to open in Deansgate this summer

From Mexico to Manchester: 50% off at Northern Quarter's newest addition

Brand-new pizza: Nell's needs your help naming their latest addition to the menu

Sharing menus and bespoke macarons: Mother's Day at Tattu

Handmade pasta and jazz quartets: New Spinningfields restaurant set to open this autumn

The world’s hottest chilli challenge and cook-at-home spice kits: Zouk's 15th anniversary

Hidden tapas pop-up with £3 plates: Maricarmen in Ancoats

Michelin Awards: 3 Bib Gourmands you can enjoy in Manchester

City romance packages and free stays: Valentine’s Day at CitySuites

Zouk beat the January blues with bottomless curry throughout the month

The Lowry Hotel appoints new Executive Head Chef and unveils sumptuous menu

The Counter House is bringing in 2024 with 30% off bills

The North West bakery named among best in the UK

Stamford Quarter welcomes a weekend of festive family fun

Fairfield Social Club is hosting an exciting winter pop-up this December

The Christmas event offering free waffles and festive cocktails

Zouk Tea Bar & Grill to host festive dining experiences throughout December

Celebrate Christmas in style with Manchester's alcohol-free party

Turkish restaurant Ottoman to open at Affinity Living Riverside

Michelin-star chef Tom Barnes to open restaurant Skof in Manchester

Nell's Pizza reveals festive menu

Is SUD Pasta really closing?

Manchester Camerata reveals unmissable festive programme

First-ever International Brewing and Cider Festival coming to Manchester

Hip Hop Chip Shop opens at New Century

The ultimate cocktail night comes to Manchester

It's Tiffin time at Zouk!

Embankment Kitchen unveils irresistible new festive menu

A sausage dog café is coming to Manchester this Christmas

The Counter House launches cosy new menu for the colder months

One of Manchester’s most iconic venues is hosting a spooky food and drink tour this Halloween

Flat Cap Hotels have launched a pop-up kitchen to celebrate local culinary talent

Factory Coffee is opening its own dedicated bakery

An Indian takeaway in Manchester has been crowned northern Takeaway of the Year

You can now enjoy food from vegan giants Herbivorous at Big Hands

A cocktail bar inspired by 1930s Tokyo is opening in Manchester

Pomona Island’s flagship bar has finally opened to punters

Fluffy Fluffy to celebrate one year in Manchester with £1 pancakes

Manchester’s Hyatt Regency named Hotel of the Year

A Greek street food restaurant is taking over the former Venus site on Oxford Road

Higher Ground and Ormë make the Michelin Guide

Ambleside restaurant named as the AA’s Restaurant of the Year

Shortlist announced for the Manchester Food and Drink Festival Awards 2023

The Laureate launches new menu inspired by homecooked family favourites

A new Greek restaurant from the team behind Tattu is opening in Manchester

Opulent celeb hot spot Panacea set to reopen as seafood restaurant and champagne bar

Popular Heaton Chapel Mexican restaurant to open a second venue

20 Stories named best restaurant in Manchester at the British Restaurant Awards

Salford’s huge waterfront food hall opens this Tuesday

Freight Island is now offering a traditional carvery every Sunday

Stockport’s iconic pyramid to be turned into a curry house and banquet hall

A new bar with a beer garden is opening at Victoria Station

Hatch announces closure amid redevelopment plans

Another London steakhouse set for Manchester

A huge beer and cider festival is heading to Manchester next year

Allpress Espresso to celebrate the launch of new Manchester venue with free coffee ice cream

Embankment Kitchen launches vibrant summer menu with sharing sangria and small plates

Street food favourite Chit n Chaat is opening a new restaurant at Deansgate Square

The UK’s first hand drawn 2D cartoon restaurant has opened in Manchester

Manchester Food and Drink Awards to return in January 2024

SUD Pasta is opening its fourth restaurant inside Exhibition

Oi Dumplings named Champions of the North at the British Street Food Awards

Oldham hidden gem could be named best pub in Britain

Sexy Fish opens in Manchester this Autumn with the country’s biggest selection of champagne

Manchester’s biggest Italian food festival returns for 2023 with a spotlight on female talent

London shuffleboard bar Electric Shuffle is opening on Deansgate

A ping pong and pizza bar is opening in Circle Square

Stockport sandwich specialists Rack are opening in the Arndale Market

Louisiana fast food chain Popeyes is opening a restaurant at Piccadilly Gardens

YES welcomes new Bowie-themed street food pop-up offering 50% off every Sunday

Opening date confirmed for Manchester’s new dive bar that will serve free pizza every day

Korean street food restaurant Bunsik has opened at Piccadilly Gardens

A huge Halal food festival is coming to Manchester this August

Plans submitted for Thai restaurant chain Zaap to open in Lincoln Square

Kids can take part in free pizza workshops and eat for free at HOME throughout August

You can now enjoy bottomless brunch at one of Manchester’s oldest music venues

Plans have been submitted for a new Piccolino restaurant in Wilmslow

Contact to celebrate 50 years with weekend-long cultural feast

A sourdough bakery and brewery has opened in Salford’s iconic old fire station

7 Manchester restaurants named on ‘Britain’s 100 Best Local Restaurants’ list

Bar Chain To Launch £2.99 ‘Cost Of Living’ Menu To Help Combat Tough Times

Popular Sushi Spot To Make a Move To Bridge Street

The Asian Restaurant Awards Have Released Their Shortlist And Manchester Has Dominated The Nominations

Summer Beer Thing Returns To Kampus This Weekend

Manchester's Ten Best Restaurants Have Been Selected Based Off Diners Reviews

This Famously Speedy Vietnamese Restaurant Are Opening Their First Ever Northern Branch

Salford Named ‘Best In UK’ For Beer Gardens

Eagerly Anticipated Venue Diecast Reveals It’s Opening Weekend Lineup

One Of Manchester’s Newest Restaurants Has Just Been Named One Of The Best In The UK

Manchester Based Street Food Vendor Named One Of The UK’s Most Instagrammable Food Trucks

Deliveroo Have Released Their Official List of Manchester's Favourite Takeaways

Ancoats Chippy Named Second Best In The UK

3 Stockport Venues That Solidify Its New Town Of Culture Status

A Restaurant Devoted Entirely To Garlic Bread Is Coming To Manchester Soon

Manchester Based Vegan Restaurant Named One Of The Best In The World

Swanky Deansgate Bar Named Best In The UK For Second Year Running

The Former Sale Food Hall Space Receives a New Line Up Of Traders

Fan Favourite Burger Restaurant To Open Brand New Venue In Withington

The UK’s Largest Free Italian Food Festival Is Returning To Manchester And It Looks better Than Ever

Bar And Restaurant Plans Revealed For New £210m Factory International Venue

Manchester Beer Festival ‘Summer Beer Thing’ Returns For Another Year

Ancoats Bakery Named One Of The Best In The UK

The Altrincham Cafe That Are Serving Up An Xmas Market Classic All Year Round

Victorias Abandoned Railway Arches To Become Restaurant Hotspot

Affordable London Steakhouse Is Coming To Deansgate Soon

3 Essential Late-Night Bars For When You Want ‘Just One More’

The Refined Bottle shop And Bistro Taking South Sevens Spot In Marple

Popular Boozy Pasta Pop Up Finds Permanent City Centre Home

Three Independent Gems That All Mancunians Have To Visit At Least Once

A Brand New Riverside Brewery Has Opened In Stockport

The Team Behind The Freemount Are Bringing a Brand New Bar To Swan Street

Three Northwest Restaurants Have Been Awarded Michelin Stars

Ancoats Pub Named One Of The Best In The Northwest

Popular Brewers Host Summer Pop Up At Kampus

Three Manchester Restaurants Have Been Added To The Good Food Guide

This City Centre Hotspot Is Serving Up a Dog Friendly Roast for you and your furry friends

The Team Behind Gooey Launch Their Brand New Pasta Kitchen

Five Venues To Help You Eat, Drink And Explore Your Way Through Manchester On The Easter Bank Holiday Weekend

Gails Bakery Unveil Their Second North-West Branch

Popular Brewery To Open Their First city Centre Bar

A Brand New Blanchflower Venue Opens Today In Chorlton

Popular City Centre Food Hall Named ‘Best In the UK’

Beloved Greater Manchester Food Hall Closes Due To Unforeseen Rising Costs

The Team Behind Ramona And The Firehouse Are Set To Open One Of The UK’s Largest Outdoor Venues

Six Mancunian Pie Shops Sweep Up The Silverware At The British Pie Awards

Rain Bar Reopens After Seven Week, £700,000 Refurbishment

The Team Behind Lead Station and Tariff & Dale Open Brand New Cocktail bar in Chorlton

Tibetan Kitchen Open New Northern Quarter Venue in Buddhist Centre

Kong’s Chicken To Take Over Former CBRB site

A taste of Milan is being brought to Manchester for one night only

Manchester's Newest Pie & Mash Café Serving All The Classics

A New Luxury Hot Chocolate Chain Is Coming To Manchester

Manchester Wins Big At Nation’s Curry Awards

Manchester’s Must Visit Pancake Day Picks

New Joy Division Bar Opening This Weekend On High Street

Double Zero Announces New City Centre Location

Different Name, Same Pasta: Sugo Rebrand As Sud

Curry In a Hurry: UK’s First Drive Through Indian Restaurant Arrives In Bolton

The Top Ranking Gastro Pubs On Manchester’s Doorstep

Get Valentines Ready With Manchesters Top 5 Romantic Restaurants

Popular Pop Up Bistro, Higher Ground, Returns Permanently Later This Month

A New Artisan bakery Is Coming To The Red bank Railway Arches

The Sparrows Added To The January Edition Of The Michelin Guide

Lazy Sundae to open new Arndale branch

The Best Thing Since Sliced Bread: Manchester's Flourishing Sandwich Scene

Somethings brewing: Must visit Northern Quarter coffee shops

Herbivores assemble: GRUB holds their annual vegan food festival at the months end

Burgerism Opens New Permanent Location In Stockport

A Feast For Your Eyes: Manchesters Most Aesthetic Bars & Restaurants

The Northern Quarter Welcomes VNAM To Edge Street

The Very Best of Manchester's January Deals

Bubbling with excitement as new Thai Bottomless Brunch comes to Alderley Edge

Update from ISCA Wines - from deli to wine bar

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The Jane Eyre is opening a second site in Chorlton early December

New autumn menu and Halloween brunch for Chinese Restaurant Tattu

Introducing Hawksmoor’s New Cocktail Menu… To New York and Back Again

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