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THIS MONTH: Chotto Matte launches new brunch menu

THIS MONTH: Chotto Matte launches new brunch menu

Good news for the brunch crowd as Chotto Matte Manchester, the city's biggest restaurant, has announced the launch of its brand-new 'terrazza' brunch menu, available every Saturday and Sunday from 11 am until 3 pm.The ...

9 August 2026 by Rhiannon Ingle

NEXT MONTH: Two-floor Latin BBQ restaurant and bar to open in Manchester's Northern Quarter

NEXT MONTH: Two-floor Latin BBQ restaurant and bar to open in Manchester's Northern Quarter

A new two-floor Latin American-inspired restaurant and bar is set to land in Manchester’s Northern Quarter this September, bringing open-fire cooking, tequila, mezcal and a serious sound system to the city centre.Dahlia comes from WANT ...

7 August 2026 by Rhiannon Ingle

RESULTS DAY FREEBIES: All the places you can get free food on Results Day 2026

RESULTS DAY FREEBIES: All the places you can get free food on Results Day 2026

Results Day can be a bit of a rollercoaster, so a free meal is a decent consolation prize. From free pizza and Pad Thai to a complimentary pub main course, these are the Results Day ...

7 August 2026 by Rhiannon Ingle

THE LATEST: New openings in Manchester in August 2026

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 to eat. Here's everywhere to add to your list this ...

2 August 2026

CONGRATULATIONS: The Peveril of the Peak crowned the UK's best pub

CONGRATULATIONS: The Peveril of the Peak crowned the UK's best pub

Manchester's most iconic boozer has taken the top spot in Time Out's list of the UK's best pubs, with another local favourite making the cut too.The Peveril of the Peak has officially been named the ...

1 August 2026 by Rhiannon Ingle

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

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 founder has announced he is stepping away, with the restaurant ...

1 August 2026 by Rhiannon Ingle

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

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 vibrant Greek street food.The brand, which was born in Manchester ...

24 July 2026 by Rhiannon Ingle

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

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 shopping and family-friendly fun across the town centre. Running from ...

24 July 2026 by Rhiannon Ingle

TOP 10: Food halls in Manchester

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 mate orders something completely different, there's now a spot for ...

24 July 2026 by Rhiannon Ingle

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

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

Looking for a way to keep the summer holidays from rinsing your bank account? Luckily, restaurants, pubs and cafés across Manchester are rolling out plenty of family-friendly offers, with everything from free pizzas and burgers ...

20 July 2026 by Rhiannon Ingle

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