THE LATEST: New openings in Manchester in August 2026
From smoked BBQ and rooftop pasta to viral cookies, speciality coffee and stuffed croissants, August is shaping up nicely if you're looking for somewhere new ...
NEW OWNER: Gary Usher announces new ownership of Didsbury favourite Hispi
Gary Usher is handing over the keys to one of Didsbury’s best-loved neighbourhood bistros. After a decade at the helm of Hispi, the Elite Bistros ...
NEXT MONTH: Lucky Gyros to land in Manchester Arndale’s Food Court in August
Independent street food spot, Lucky Gyros, is set to open its doors in Manchester Arndale’s Food Court in August, serving up a cracking menu of ...
THIS WEEKEND: Bury’s biggest food festival yet lands with 70 traders and three days of feasting
The biggest Bury BID Food and Drink Festival to date is back this weekend, serving up three days packed with street food, live music, artisan ...
TOP 10: Food halls in Manchester
Manchester has fully embraced the food hall concept. Whether you're chasing handmade tacos, proper Neapolitan pizza, steaming bowls of ramen or a pint while your ...

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THE LATEST: New openings in Manchester in August 2026

NEW OWNER: Gary Usher announces new ownership of Didsbury favourite Hispi

NEXT MONTH: Lucky Gyros to land in Manchester Arndale’s Food Court in August

THIS WEEKEND: Bury’s biggest food festival yet lands with 70 traders and three days of feasting

TOP 10: Food halls in Manchester

THE BEST: Where kids eat free, or for £1, deals in Manchester this summer holidays

THE LATEST: Manchester bistro Higher Ground named amongst World’s 50 Best Restaurants

GOOD CAUSE: Motley launches new cocktail with every penny going to Manchester Women's Aid

NEXT MONTH: Gaucho Manchester unveils major refurbishment ahead of August reopening

CONGRATULATIONS: Chef Mary-Ellen McTague lands Cateys Special Award

THE BEST: Manchester takeaways to order for a World Cup match

THE BEST OF LOCAL: All the North West restaurants named in Uber Eats’ Restaurant of the Year Awards 2026

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TENDER: Michelin star chef Niall Keating's new menu at the Stock Exchange Hotel’s restaurant

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