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Manchester
Restaurant News |
Below you'll find all the latest news of what's happening in Manchester restaurants.
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What's New & Manchester
Restaurant News |
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ATOMECA Wine Bar to Open In Spinningfields |
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ATOMECA is set to open a second site, bringing a wine bar to the Avenue in Spinningfields serving delicious small plates, an extensive wine menu, coffee and cocktails inspired by Continental Europe.
The concept comes from James Brandwood, Joe & Daniel Schofield - the team behind the award winning SCHOFIELD’S BAR, ATOMECA Deansgate Square & STERLING and follows the success of the first ATOMECA at the esteemed Deansgate Square development;
Commented Joe Schofield, “Our Deansgate Square location evolved organically inline with what our guests and residents needed us to be as an extension of their homes at the development. With our second site we will focus on wine and food much more, giving our guests a place where they can drop in for a glass of wine or a cocktail on the way home, or be able to join us for a meal as they take a journey through Europe, sampling some of the best dishes and drinks the region has to offer” |
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Louis, a new restaurant and musical venue from the Permanently Unique Group, whose reputation for creating unforgettable experiences has culminated in the development of this ambitious new project, will open in Manchester on the 13th September.
Louis is an ode to the classic New York restaurants which are often portrayed on the silver screen as a home from home, where guests are welcomed into an intimate booth, surrounded by quietly excellent cooking and perfectly mixed cocktails, whilst live performances provide the soundtrack to the evening.
Guests will be treated to a menu curated by Executive Chef Ippokratis Anagnostelis, the visionary behind FENIX, and Italian Chef Matteo D’Elia who has worked previously at restaurants including Il Gattopardo, the Broadwick Soho and Bacchanalia. Together, they bring a profound appreciation for the Mediterranean influences that have shaped Italian American cuisine. The menu highlights a refined selection of classics made with exceptional ingredients.
Will Meredith, the Head of Beverage, will curate a dynamic 12-drink menu that celebrates American classic cocktails. This collection will be thoughtfully divided into aperitifs, dinner cocktails, and digestifs, ensuring a seamlss enhancement of the entire dining experience. Each cocktail will artfully blend Italian heritage with American flair, featuring standout creations such as the Bloody Maria, the Manhattan, and the PB&J Old Fashioned.
Designed by Fabled Studios, Louis will offer the best seat in the house to each guest, with a tiered design centred around the main stage placing the spotlight on the cabaret acts to create an atmosphere reminiscent of mid-20th century New York. Deep velvet will wrap the venue while classic Italian marble hugs the curves of the room leading guests into different areas within the space to discover pockets of intimate tables shrouded with café curtains.
Louis will be a dinner-only venue and will open five nights a week, with a reservation only policy. Akin to the era that has inspired much of Louis, the restaurant will encourage a no-photos environment, with an emphasis on lived-experience over content creation.
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The Imperial Sunday Roast Is Back At Tattu |
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A cooler wind blows through September, seeds of change gliding on the breeze. Colder months appear on the horizon, and this time of year invites us closer together as the last of summer’s bounty is prepared for harvest. In China, people are already looking towards the Mid-Autumn Festival, a huge celebration that finds inspiration in the moon and lunar cycle while darker days draw in.
At Tattu, they are honouring the calendar with the return of their iconic weekly Imperial Roast. A refined combination of Eastern cuisine and Western tradition, savour intoxicating aromas and flavours that bridge cuisines and cultures from Sunday 15th September.
A feast designed to be shared with loved ones, friends and family, indulge in the un-rushed art of shared dining at the city’s most breathtaking restaurant. |
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Sunday Agora |
As cooler weather creeps in our island sanctuary takes on a new identity. Once ruled by Helios, the sun god, we now look to Selene, goddess of the moon, for guidance. Each dusk gives way to a night cast in sleek silver and atmospheric blue. Turning away from the cold winds, discover warmth in Greek hospitality and authentic dishes developed by masters, inspired by centuries-old dishes.
Lamb Leg En Clave is one of their most iconic and captivating creations — succulent slow roast meat brought to your table in clay, which is then cracked open with a golden hammer and carved. This rustic dish is now the centrepiece of their new weekly roast dinner, served with traditional Greek trimmings.
Inspired by the childhood memories of celebrated Head Chef Zisis Giannouras, Fenix invites family and friends to come together and enjoy unrushed food against the timeless backdrop of our Grecian culinary temple. |
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Rudy's x Negroni Week |
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Rudy's Pizza Napoletana is launching a limited-edition run of stylish, motif t-shirts in partnership with Campari in celebration of Negroni Week 2024. Continuing their long-standing partnership with the popular Italian liqueur, the beloved neighbourhood pizzeria has dropped a collection of unique designs which are inspired by colour and nod to the brand’s Italian roots.
Keeping the Negroni Week celebrations going all month long, the brand is also offering an exclusive deal to all who purchase this limited-edition t-shirt: free pizza and a negroni throughout the month of September when the t-shirt is worn to any Rudy’s Pizza location nationwide. T&C's Apply.
All items will be available to buy from 2nd September to 29th September. Customers can purchase the collection in-store at all Rudy’s Pizza locations and online via their Instagram Shop at £35 per t-shirt and £7.50 for a poster.
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Zouk has launched a new range of ready to eat Indian chutneys. The range includes a spiced Mango Chutney, a traditional Onion & Tomato Chutney and a sweet and tangy Caramelised Onion Chutney.
Founder Tayub Amjad commented ‘We’re really excited to share these products with our customers. Our new Chutneys are the perfect accompaniment to poppadom’s or any kind of savoury snack. I also love them in wraps or as dips for grilled meats. My personal favourite is the caramelised onion chutney which is delicious in a toasted cheese sandwich.’ He added ‘It’s the little touches that can take a meal from good to amazing and having these chutneys in the cupboard you can add an injection of flavour to a whole range of meals.’
Mango Chutney - Zouk’s house chutney is a modern take on the classic recipe and contains a blend of sweet mangoes and warming aromatic spices. It brings a fruity flourish to food and is great for spreading, dipping or adding to sauces for a tangy twist. The Zouk Mango Chutney is great with poppadom’s
and Indian snacks. It is also delicious with cheese or loaded onto burgers and wraps. This versatile condiment compliments classic English dishes like Shepherds Pie and is also great with pasties, bhaji’s and samosas
Onion & Tomato Chutney - This versatile tomato and onion chutney is a store cupboard essential! A traditional Indian chutney everyone will be familiar with from poppadom and pickle
trays, Zouk’s formulation is a traditional recipe with a hint of spice. Delicious with snacks like sausage rolls and cheese boards, this chutney is also great with toasted cheese, as a complementary filling for cheese or meatsandwiches and as a dip. Enjoy it on its own or mixed with sour cream or cream cheese.
Caramelised Onion Chutney - The sweetness of caramelised onions are combined with tangy malt vinegar in this tasty chutney. Perfect used as a chutney, dip or glaze for cooking meats or for
adding to casseroles, curries and stews. This chutney is also perfect in toasted sandwiches or with a simple snack like cheese on toast.
All Zouk chutneys have a shelf life of 12 months and are Vegan friendly. Once opened they should be refrigerated and consumed within 6 weeks. The chutneys are available online the Zouk website, in the restaurant or on the restaurants Amazon and TikTok shops. Zouk also has a range of spice blends including Garam Masala, Tandoori Masala, Chaat Masala and Biryani Masala. Zouk’s products can be found here.
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Blacklock Unlocked! |
Blacklock will open their highly-anticipated Manchester Chop House on Friday 27th September. The brand new restaurant sits snug in the basement of a Grade II listed former textile merchants, rich with Mancunian history tucked below bustling Peter Street.
Lovingly restored to reveal original features including Accrington brickwork and the striking factory-beamed ceiling, Blacklock Manchester will feature a 115 seat restaurant including spacious booths for groups of up to 8 guests as well as a 25 seat cocktail-bar.
The team are delighted to introduce Manchester to crowd pleasing dishes such as their much-loved and decadent ‘All In’; a platter of chops piled high on a bed of pillowy charcoal-grilled flatbread soaking up the meat juices, interesting cuts of steak that use the whole animal and the now-famous White Chocolate Cheesecake that is doled out tableside with a “say-when” approach to portion control. And of course, a visit to Blacklock is best rounded off with a visit from their vintage cocktail trolley, stocked with Old Fashioned’s aplenty |
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National Distillery Day |
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Craft distilleries across the UK are gearing up for National Distillery Day this Friday 2 August.
The annual celebration, will see craft distilleries across the UK throw open their doors to the public, allowing visitors to take part in tours of the sites to discover how various craft spirits are authentically produced.
National Distillery Day aims to raise awareness of the ‘Actually Made In’ campaign, founded by four of the UK’s leading craft distilleries.It is forecast that over 50 distilleries will celebrate the day, including The Spirit of Manchester Distillery, Edinburgh Gin, Silent Pool and Harrogate Tipple.
The Spirit of Manchester Distillery, home to the internationally-renowned Manchester Gin - is expecting over 80 visitors on the day, who will be able to take part in free, mini distillery tours, learn more about distilling, watch first-hand how gins, vodkas, whiskies and rums are produced and get a chance to taste their favourite spirits.
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‘Flavour Craver - Free Lunch’ |
CHOPSTIX, the UK’s favourite noodle bar, is hosting a huge event with thousands of pounds worth of free food on offer for those around the city centre on Thursday 1st August From 11AM till 6PM.
Mancunians will have the chance to snag a free lunch as the brand introduces its brand-new ‘Flavour Craver’ offering, right in the heart of the city.
The beloved Asian noodle chain is set to offer huge amounts of free food, including their signature meal boxes and crispy spring rolls, with hosts of games and activities on offer over the day and even a ‘Wheel of Fortune’ with tonnes of great prizes on offer.
Lucky winners can even bag themselves some exclusive merchandise and fully stocked gift cards, perfect for future noodle cravings.
All of the action will be centred around Chopstix’s bustling Piccadilly Station storefront. The ‘Flavour Craver’ crew will be taking over, transforming the space with a live DJ, as well as free competitions for hungry Mancs to grab themselves some free food and prizes. |
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‘Current Affairs’ |
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SEVEN BRO7HERS BREWING CO has teamed up with its friends from Brew York to produce a limited-edition vanilla and blackcurrant sour.
The Salford and York based breweries have worked together to craft ‘Current Affairs’ a 4.0% ABV beer available exclusively to the SEVEN BRO7HERS webshop
Designed for those looking to sit back and take in the ‘whirlwind that is life’, this delicious beer is a purple beer. Made with big, beautiful berries and a touch of vanilla, the sweet balances the sourness.
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Caravan Rolling Into Town
The Caravan team are excited to roll back the floor-to-ceiling windows and let in the summer, as they prepare to open their Manchester restaurant and Roastery on Tuesday 20th August!
The restaurant, bar and coffee roastery soon to open in the St John’s District of Manchester, will be open all day, seven days a week from 8am on weekdays and 9am at weekends, serving an eclectic, thoughtfully ‘well-travelled’ menu, spanning breakfast through to dinner.
The vibrant and colourful brunch menu ranges from fresh fruit & grain bowls to decadent fry ups, all elevated with globally-inspired flavours such as house favourite Korean Style Buttermilk Fried Chicken with kimchi pancakes and gochujang ketchup - and the ever popular, Jalapeño Cornbread with fried egg, spinach, curd cheese, mojo verde and chilli butter. All accompanied by ethically and sustainably sourced, great-tasting house roasted Caravan coffee (served as espresso, or espresso martini - your call).
The Manchester restaurant, an airy open space, features a 170 cover restaurant, cocktail bar, private dining room and full working roastery, meaning the coffee served is as fresh as can be. Perfect for groups, the space features space for parties, gatherings, multiple prams (IKYK) and space for suitcases, for the weekend crowd
Caravan will be giving their kitchens a test run on Thursday 15th - Saturday 17th August and they’d love you to be there, giving you 50% off the food bill in exchange for your feedback. You can sign up here to be the first to know when bookings become available for Breakfast, Brunch, Lunch and Dinner.
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The Cut & Craft Comes To Manchester |
Stylish all-day dining and experience restaurant, The Cut & Craft, which has existing restaurants in York and Leeds, have announced an exciting new venue in the city, which is expected to open in Autumn 24.
The Cut & Craft will be housed within the former RBS building on the corner of Mosley Street and York Street. Originally designed by Mancunian architect Edward Walters, the historic site is the final extravagant Italian palazzo style building in the city. A restoration project will revive the building to its former glory ahead of launch.
The focus will be on luxury dining and drinking within elegant yet timeless settings, with premium locally-reared steaks, as well as a menu of expertly delivered fish specials. These are served alongside freshly-shucked oysters, Exmoor caviar and hand-cut beef tartare with breaded yolk and sesame croutons. Elsewhere, the menu features the likes of grilled monkfish, king scallops, as well as crowd pleasers such as fish & chips, grilled lamb cutlets and a signature 10 oz flat iron steak.
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Huge Steak Giveaway At Flat Iron |
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To celebrate the launch of its Manchester restaurant, Flat Iron will be giving away 500 Wagyu steaks from 5pm on Tuesday 2nd July, the day before it officially opens.
The giveaway will run on a first-come, first-served basis, giving lucky Mancunians a free Wagyu steak along with a preview of the new restaurant.
Located in Manchester city centre, at 200 Deansgate, the two-floor restaurant is housed in a Grade II Listed building, designed by Charles Heathcote and first opened to the public in 1908 as the office of the Royal London Friendly Society.
Flat Iron are bringing their single-minded commitment to serving remarkable steak at an affordable price to the heart of Manchester.
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Ainsley Harriott joins the 2024 Bolton Food and Drink Festival |
Things are heating up for this year’s Bolton Food and Drink Festival as Ainsley Harriott joins James Martin as the second celebrity chef.
Well regarded as a one of the best chefs in the world, the national treasure will be making his fourth appearance at the UK’s biggest food and drink festival.
Over the years, the celebrity chef has created a variety of memorable moments for festival goers, including his hit sensation, the ‘Coconut and Mango’ song.
Ainsley will be making his return to the festival’s kitchen on Saturday 24 August.
Guests at this year’s demos will get to feast on a delicious Caribbean inspired dish whilst they watch Ainsley at work
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A Taste Of The 90s |
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SEVEN BRO7HERS BREWING CO is launching a brand-new summer beer ‘Lilt Bit Fruity’.
Inspired by the 90’s beloved pop drink ‘Lilt’ this 5.5 ABV seasonal beer will be available in the first instance exclusively across the SEVEN BRO7HERS BEERHOUSES group. The beer will then be available from July
A pint of the Lilt Bit Fruity fills the glass with a sunshine-yellow haze, a fresh beer it has subtle aromas of pineapple, citrus and pithy grapefruit. The beer is a light-bodied perfect for summer beer gardens and light night drinking.
Lilt Bit Fruity is available on draft in the SEVEN BRO7HERS BEERHOUSES and 11 Central.
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OAD in Manchester
Monday 17/6/2024 saw the 2024 OAD Guides award ceremony at the Mandarin Oriental in Madrid. And our wonderful city of Manchester has a few entries!
In the ‘ Cheap Eats’ list at # 54 - Pollen (Kampus)
In the ‘ Casual Dining’ list, we have 4 entries as follows; # 188 - Higher Ground, # 196 - Little Yang Sing, # 316 - Erst and # 360 - Hawksmoor
And finally, in the prestigious ‘ Best in Europe’ list, Mana placed at #263, Where the Light Gets In at #416, and Eddie Shepherd’s Walled Garden at #514!
Whilst not a mainstream name, in terms of global recognition and regard amongst top Chefs, OAD is second only to Michelin. So seeing Manchester’s venues appear on OAD listings fills the Restaurants Of Manchester team with immense pride.
Let’s see if Manchester can make further progress for 2025, after what’s already shaping up to be a huge year for the city.
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A Pizza The Action For Altrincham |
Rudy’s Pizza Napoletana has announced that its new Altrincham restaurant will be opening on 22nd July. The neighbourhood pizzeria will bring its relaxed dining concept to the former OneCentral food court on Central Way, right in the heart of the vibrant Manchester suburb.
The new Altrincham pizzeria will bring a facelift to Charis House, introducing a new mezzanine level, extension to the side/rear and repositioning of the external stairwell, providing a spacious restaurant with over 100 covers, alongside outdoor dining options.
Since launching in 2015 in Ancoats, Rudy’s quickly gained a cult following for its authentic Neapolitan pizzas & quality ingredients, and the new opening will mark the brand’s 7th pizzeria in Greater Manchester and its 27th in the country
Born out of passion for pizza, Rudy’s follows the authentic Neapolitan tradition of pizza-making, serving classic recipes such as Marinara, Margherita and Calabrese – all originating from Naples, the birthplace of pizza.
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Acclaimed Chef's Named For Junction |
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New café, bar, restaurant and social workspace, Junction, has announced that two acclaimed Manchester chefs have joined the venue ahead of its launch in July.
Liam Raynor joins as Head Chef. Starting at the age 14 and as a trained commis chef in Japanese cuisine, Liam has an extensive career and has worked across a number of rosette hotels and high-end restaurants in London and Manchester, most recently as Executive Chef for The Lowry Theatre.
Matthew Simpson joins as Sous Chef. Coming from acclaimed bistro, 10 Tib Lane, where he was Head Chef. Bringing with him an unrivalled understanding of the Manchester food scene, he was previously Senior Chef De Partie at The Refuge, Manchester, and Chef De Partie at Mr Coopers. He started in the sector at the Northern Quarter’s TNQ at the age of 17.
Open to the public as well as delegates attending events at the adjoining iconic city centre venue, Manchester Central, Junction has been billed as the place to eat, drink, meet or relax, with spectacular floor to ceiling windows providing views looking out over the city
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National Restaurant Awards |
Monday 10th June 2024 saw the National Restaurant Awards take place in London.
Using a panel of more than 200 experts drawn from across the hospitality industry including food writers, chefs and restaurateurs, the National Restaurant Awards 2024 has named 3 restaurants in their top 100.
14 - Mana
16 - Higher Ground
50 - Erst
The one to watch award also went to Manchester newcomer Skof.
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It’s Cumin Home |
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Bundobust Brewery on Oxford Street is launching a new limited-edition menu of nostalgic football specials in time for the Euro's 2024.
Inspired by fan favourite half-time memories, the new menu includes the limited-edition Vindaloo Pie in collaboration with Northern Pie Co served with mushy ragdha and desi gravy.
The menu also takes inspiration from your typical footie chips and hotdog with the Hot Bundog, plus Gobi Wingers, crispy-fried cauliflower and the Rick Stein approved Raghda Pethis
In typical Bundobust fashion the menu features a secret “menu hack” where you can order the Pie Pav, nicknamed ‘The Fat Les’, after the classic ‘Vindaloo’ footy song. Better known as a Wigan Kebab, the dish consists of a (you guessed it) Vindaloo Pie in a bap with mushy peas to dip in. They think it’s all okra! It is now.
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Flat Iron are pleased to confirm their Manchester restaurant is opening at 200 Deansgate on Wednesday 3rd July. Located in the heart of the city centre, the two-floor restaurant is housed in a Grade II Listed building, designed by Charles Heathcote and first opened to the public in 1908 as the office of the Royal London Friendly Society.
Bringing their single-minded commitment to serving remarkable steak at an affordable price to the heart of Manchester, the restaurant’s concise menu is led by the signature ‘Flat Iron’ steak, taken from the often overlooked featherblade, known for its flavour, tenderness and juiciness when seam butchered with skill and care, alongside much-loved sides such as beef dripping chips, creamed spinach, truffled macaroni cheese and crispy bone marrow garlic mash.
A rotating board of specials will be available at the Manchester restaurant, including a Wagyu steak of the day, and a Scottish ribeye, exclusive to Manchester. The restaurant will also have a bespoke charcoal grill, which will be used for all beef specials.
A curated selection of wines will make up the drinks list, including Flat Iron’s very own Malbec, specially blended by the Flat Iron team using grapes grown in the Limoux area of the Languedoc in southern France. Alongside the wine list will sit a selection of draft beers and Flat Iron’s signature cocktails, including the new Tony’s Margarita and Sherbert Bellini
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Leo & Roobs |
The team behind the historic Salford pub, The Black Friar, is announcing the launch of its sister venue and new neighbourhood café, Leo and Roobs.
Situated in the up-and-coming Blackfriars area of Salford, and just a stone’s throw from Deansgate, Leo and Roobs is set to officially open its doors to the public on Monday, 10th June.
Named after the owner’s children, Leo and Ruby, this café is truly a family affair, aiming to create a warm, family-friendly atmosphere. Offering everything from artisanal coffee and fresh juices to delicious brunch and lunch options, the new café will be open from the early morning to afternoon, seven days a week.
Pop by the Leo and Roobs coffee hatch on Thursday 6th or Friday 7th June, where passers-by can enjoy free coffee and sample some of the delightful offerings that will soon become staples of this cosy café.
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Treehouse Hotel Manchester - Pip |
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Launching alongside the hotel in late summer, the first restaurant to be revealed Pip will be headed up by one of Manchester’s most celebrated chefs, Mary-Ellen McTague.
Pip will be located on the ground floor of Treehouse Hotel Manchester and will offer a menu that champions low-waste cooking and seasonal ingredients.
At Pip, diners can expect dishes that reimagine the potential of each ingredient served throughout the day. With offerings ranging from breakfast, lunch, and dinner, as well as a convenient grab-and-go option for busy city dwellers, Pip's seasonal all-day menu focuses on utilising produce sourced from local farms.
Treehouse Hotel Manchester, by SH Hotels & Resorts, will be the second property for the award-winning Treehouse Hotels brand to open in the UK.
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Adam Reid X Aether |
Adam Reid is excited to announce his partnership with Aether, the private terminal exclusively at Manchester Airport.
Aether is a first for the UK, as it’s the only private terminal which is accessible to all passengers. With a thoughtfully-designed, private space away from the main terminal, a seamless check-in, and a dedicated chauffeur to your plane, this is more than a pre-flight service, it’s an experience.
Adam will be working closely with the Aether team to develop their à la carte menu and provide an elevated all-day dining experience with a local feel offering those traveling a real feeling of what Manchester and Northern hospitality is about.
Not jetting off any time soon? Dine with Adam Reid At The French.
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Euro 2024 Screening |
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The Lawn Club in Spinningfields has announced that it will install a giant screen to transform its open-air Lawn area into the destination for live sporting action in Manchester, ahead of an exciting summer of sport.
In partnership with sports giant Lucozade, the huge 13 ft screen will bring the energy to central Spinningfields, offering sports fans from across Manchester the ultimate outdoor viewing experience combined with The Lawn Club’s premium hospitality and relaxed party vibe.
Kicking off with the Euros, The Lawn Club will show every heart-stopping goal and each nail-biting penalty of the 2024 competition for free! While England’s matches will be ticketed for fans looking to join the party with up to 350 people and roar on the three lions in style - retro shirts are welcome!
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This summer Manchester’s 5-star Stock Exchange Hotel will open the doors of a new luxury dining experience ‘Tender’ under the stewardship of chef-in-residence, two-time Michelin star Niall Keating. Named after the tender care put into crafting each dish and with a nod to the heritage of the hotel, Tender will offer gourmet food for everyday dining within the opulent and historic dining room of the Stock Exchange Hotel.
Officially opening on 5th June, in the newly renovated dining room, Tender will cater for a variety of culinary experiences, offering weekday brasserie lunch, a la carte dinner, afternoon teas, a special Sunday roast and chef’s table and special tasting menu, all created by Niall Keating. Niall, aged 33, earned two Michelin stars, achieved under 30, making him one of the UK’s youngest two-time Michelin star chefs.
Niall honed his skills in Michelin star restaurants around the world including Restaurant Sat Bains, UK (2 star) and Benu, San Francisco, US (3 star) before returning to the UK, where Niall arrived at The Dining Room at Whatley Manor Hotel, where he earned his first star in 2017 and a second in 2019. He opened Lunar Restaurant in November 2022. Niall's commitment to sustainability earned him a prestigious Green Star from Michelin in January 2021, making him a pioneer in eco-conscious gastronomy.
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Suppher x Ropes & Twines |
On the back of their listing in Code Hospitality Women of the Year, Suppher is keeping it Northern and heading to Liverpool! Celebrating local women in hospitality and bringing talent over from Manchester.
The collaborative dinner will be led by;
- Anna Carmichael (Suppher)
- Daniela Tucci (Cooked)
- Manuela Quesada (Holy Grain Sourdough Bakery)
As always, Suppher's events are inclusive so anyone can attend but they are powered by women. The Chefs will create a special four course menu accompanied by a female-produced wine pairing curated by Kim McBride.
Profits will be donated to WHISC. The Women’s Health Information & Support Centre (WHISC) is a charity dedicated to improving the health and wellbeing of women and their families throughout Liverpool and the surrounding areas.
The May 17th event will start at 19:30 and will be hosted at Ropes & Twines, More Informaton Here.
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Persian Bread Kitchen Coming to Exhibition |
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A bread kitchen from the team behind Another Hand will open in Exhibition next month in an effort to expand the brand’s sustainable practices. A staple of the restaurant’s menu, the Wildfarmed House Flatbreads, boasting ever changing seasonal toppings, will be linchpin of the menu at Jaan!
Sustainability is the focus of the menu at Another Hand. Produce is sourced from across the Northwest, with the vast majority of ingredients travelling no more than 40 miles, whilst bread from Holy Grain and Chocolate from Dormouse arrive from neighbours just metres away.
Whilst all efforts are made to ensure every element of produce is used, diners habits, expiration dates and reasons beyond a chef’s control mean ingredients will alway go spare. It is this problem Another Hand aims to solve with the opening of Jaan, a bread kitchen that will act as an extension to the restaurant taking unused or unsold produce from one kitchen to another!
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Mana Sundays |
Over the past six months, Mana has been considering how to be more accessible to those who want to visit them. Ultimately, their schedule should allow their work to be shared with as many people as possible, whilst also enabling their team to have an incredibly positive work-life balance. With this is mind they’ve decided to make some changes to their opening hours and pricing.
From speaking to their guests, they’ll now be open on Sundays, and therefore, from the 8th of May, they’ll be here for you to enjoy the experience we provide for the whole weekend.
Along with the new opening hours their will also be a change is price with the Complete and Extracts menus being lowered to £165 and £85, respectively.
Find out more here. |
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An Aperol Season To Remember |
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Summer has officially landed in Manchester, and 20 Stories have teamed up with Aperol to bring you a season to remember!
Join them somewhere high above Manchester as you sip on your summer spritzes from their bespoke Summer Spritzes Menu, and take in the views of the city from 19 floors high.
Listen to the sounds of live music every Thursday, Friday and Saturday, as we bring you a music series that is not to be missed, high above the city.
From Bottomless Brunch, to Aperol Sunset Sessions and more, they’re painting the town orange this summer!
They look forward to welcoming you!
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Anticipation builds as Tom Barnes announces that he will open Skof, his debut restaurant in Manchester’s NOMA district on Wednesday 29th May, with bookings available until Saturday 14th September.
Ahead of the opening, Tom has also revealed a taste of what’s to come with the release of a sample menu. At both lunch (Thursday to Saturday) and dinner (Wednesday to Saturday), he will serve two variations of his tasting menu, one 12-course and one 15-course which will be priced at £120 and £165 respectively. At lunch, Skof will also serve a four-course offering, priced at £50 per head.
Dishes on the first set of menus include “Roasted Sladesdown duck, peach leaf, Ibis celeriac, wholemeal bread” and “Berkswell cheese sable biscuit, crushed broad beans, whipped roe, bronze fennel”.
In the lead up to the opening of Skof, Tom has been working on preserving ingredients to add depth of flavour to his dishes, also allowing them to be used all year round. As a continuation of this mindset, the team at Skof will create their own miso, used to flavour a “Lightly set custard”, served with Hen-of-the-Woods mushrooms, truffle, mushroom dashi and their own “Amasake sorbet” flavoured with milk Oolong tea.
To Manchester, Tom brings the farm-to-table ethos so crucial at Simon Rogan’s Lake District restaurants, weaving in new suppliers as he tailors the offering to a new market in the vibrant Northern city. The sourcing for the menu reflects both his experience and background working with some of the best chefs in the world and the new path he has taken at Skof. So, alongside daily deliveries of produce grown specifically for him from Simon Rogan’s Our Farm in the Cartmel Valley, Tom will work with small-scale suppliers such as Cinderwood Market Garden in Nantwich and Lake District Farmers.
A lot of thought has gone into preparing different drinks pairings at Skof. Tom, alongside his restaurant manager Sean Oakford and assistant restaurant manager Max Lawrence (both ex-L’Enclume), have created a range of drinks options to include alcohol-free or mixed-alcohol pairings, or matching wines to go with the menu. The small but well-rounded wine list aims to give a variety of exciting options, spotlighting small-scale producers and the team’s personal recommendations. In addition, Tom has also collaborated with Manchester brewery, Track to create Sidney, a light and refreshing beer intended as an alternative to kick off the meal.
Tom Barnes commented: “It’s been a long time coming, so I’m excited to be able to finally release our reservations. I can’t wait to share what we’ve been working on and to return some of the incredible hospitality I’ve received from the people of Manchester.
With Skof, my purpose is to create an incredible experience that focuses on great quality ingredients but above all, puts a smile on peoples faces.”
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Junction Appointment - Charlotte O’Neill |
Junction, the new bar, restaurant, cafe and social workspace launching at the iconic events venue, Manchester Central, this spring has announced the appointment of Charlotte O’Neill as General Manager.
With over 15 years’ experience in the sector spanning luxury bars and fine dining restaurants, Charlotte previously held the General Manager role at Three Little Words which, during her tenure, was awarded ‘Bar Team of the Year’ by the prestigious Top 50 Cocktail Bars ratings. She has also worked with acclaimed restaurant Tattu and hospitality venture, Tokyo Industries.
Construction for the brand new bar, restaurant, cafe and social workspace located at the front of Manchester Central - one of the UK's leading venues - is already well underway.
Junction is also currently interviewing for its Head Chef position, to be announced in the coming weeks. |
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It Rains We Pour |
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Brits across the nation can grab a free pint at their local Greene King pub as soon as the first drop of rain falls in Manchester.
So, to launch Greene King’s free pint offer, a nine-foot-tall pint glass shaped rain drop detector will be situated at Great Northern Warehouse in Manchester.
Brits can officially now grab one of 100,000 free pints at their local Greene King pub in celebration of rain falling today.
The offer is live for 24 hours from 11am on 25th March, and customers can choose one free drink from a range of options.
All pub goers must do to quench their thirst is head to a local participating Greene King pub and say the key words “it rains, we pour” when ordering. More information inc T&C's can be found here. |
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An Entirely New ‘World Of Entertainment’ |
Printworks, Manchester, has revealed a stunning 1000m2 screen on its ceiling, the first of its kind in Europe.
The centre has been transformed into an immersive, interactive digital space with state-of-the-art digital screens flooding the central, public walkways with colour and sound. This truly is a first and is a showcase for creative talent in Manchester. It will be free of charge for the public to enjoy and must be seen to be believed.
The aim is to create an entirely new ‘world of entertainment’ for Manchester’s fun-seeking consumers. Further refurbishments include a giant 210 square metre piece of public art by Alex Sylt, which was chosen by the people of Manchester in a public vote, as well as a panel of expert judges including Norman Cook, (Fatboy Slim).
A digital gaming screen has been added where passers-by can use their phones to play multi-player games against each other. Plus, a complete refurbishment externally and internally, including spectacular entrance gateways |
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NRB24 Reports Record Attendancer |
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Northern Restaurant & Bar, sponsored by Uber Eats, has reported an 11% increase in attendance at this year’s trade show. More than 9,600 visitors attended the two day trade event at Manchester Central, with over 300 food, drink, tech and equipment suppliers showcasing the very best innovation across the sector.
Northern Restaurant & Bar 2024 saw a jam-packed line up of interviews with some of the industry’s most dynamic leaders, sharing insight and discussion on the sector’s key topics.
Diversified Communications, organisers of NRB, also revealed the launch of lunch! NORTH, a northern version of its award-winning trade show lunch!
This new show will take place at Manchester Central alongside an extended Northern Restaurant & Bar on 11–12th March 2025. lunch! NORTH will focus on the café, coffee shop and food-to-go sector in the North and provide a dedicated trade show for these operators.
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Madre Supports Eat Like A Local
In conjunction with International Women’s Day, Madre have launched a fundraising initiative working with Mexican food tour company Eat Like A Local, to support women in Mexico City with their education and opportunities.
Born and bred in Mexico City, Rocio Vazquez Landeta founded the food tour company Eat Like Local in 2018. The business was inspired by a stint travelling; shocked by the tourist traps, overpriced restaurants and umbrella tours, it was on a night out in Istanbul, drinking and being shown the city by a group of homeless guys, that she realised seeing a city with the locals was how you really experience it. From here Eat Like A Local grew, taking hundreds of visitors a year around the markets, introducing them to the local street food vendors and giving them a true experience of what Mexico City’s food and drink scene had to offer.
Setting up a social programme, Eat Like A Local now work to support young females in the La Merced and Jamaica Markets. As Rocio explains “the main goal of the program is to expose kids from La Merced and Jamaica Markets to kindness, feminism, inclusion, respect, and love. We teach them to say no, that their voice matter, that they can leave any situation when they feel uncomfortable. We teach them to set boundaries, self-love, and self-care; we teach them everything we wish someone told us when we were kids growing up in a misogynistic world. We want to show them that education can actually lead to a better life and that knowledge can set them free, that they are not powerless. It is about cultural exchange, great ideas, and great people is about creating the world we want to live in, by changing one kid at a time.”
To support Eat Like a Local and their social programme, throughout the month of March, Madre will be adding a £1 donation to bills when serving tap water. These donations will be collated and sent to Rocio and the team with the specific aim of helping one female in particular who is currently trying to save money to study outside of Mexico due to the mafia becoming increasingly violent in her market.
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Kuits Nrb Top Fifty Power List 2024 Revealed |
Returning for its eleventh edition, the Kuits NRB Top Fifty Hospitality Power List 2024 has been unveiled today at the opening of the annual Northern Restaurant and Bar (NRB) trade show in Manchester.
The prestigious list recognises the top performing and most influential hospitality operators from across the north who have excelled both commercially and critically over the past twelve months. The names are revealed at a time when northern hospitality has demonstrated growth and resilience over the past year, averaging 7.2% sales growth, according to research conducted by Northern Restaurant & Bar in partnership with CGA by NielsenIQ.
Notable entries from Manchester include: A Very Inc. (The Firehouse/Ramona)
Archies, Common & Co,
Frederic Robinson,
Higher Ground,
Living Ventures,
Madre,
Mission Mars,
NQ64,
Revolution Bars Group,
San Carlo Group,
Schofield Brothers,
Seven Bro7hers,
Super Friendz,
The Alchemist,
The Liars Club Group and
Umbel Restaurant Group
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Eat Well MCR x NRB Fundraising Dinner |
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The 3rd annual Eat Well MCR x NRB fundraising dinner will be held at the beautiful new Fenix restaurant and bar, with a truly exceptional line-up of local and national chef talent. Join us for a fabulous evening of fundraising, food and fun!
They'll be serving welcome drinks and canapes, followed by an 8 course dinner with wine.
Living Room Dance Club and DJ Lenny will be on deck to get the party started after dinner has concluded, with a full set in the beautiful downstairs bar at Fenix. The evening eill be hosted by actor and MC Emily Spowage. More information here
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Mayfair to Manchester, MAYA Set To Open |
MAYA, the new three-storey bar and restaurant from the team behind Isabel Mayfair has today revealed it will officially open at the end of March, with bookings to open in the coming days.
Situated at the bustling intersection of Chorlton Street and Canal Street, the 20th-century warehouse building which MAYA will call home holds a storied past in Manchester's nightlife history books and today houses the LEVEN lifestyle hotel. MAYA will be a refreshingly dynamic all-day dining experience, across all three of its levels, each one telling its own story.
The brasserie space, which is set at ground level and welcomes sweeping daylight and the familiar cobbles of Canal Street will present a modern-European style menu of brasserie.
The main dining room, set below ground level. A sumptuously hued, alluring interior is the setting for a drinking and dining experience centred around an ingredient-led, hyper-seasonal and regularly changing menu. The culinary experience throughout is being crafted by Mancunian head chef Gabe Lea. |
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Flat Iron First For Manchester |
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Flat Iron are pleased to announce that they will be opening a restaurant on Deansgate in early Summer. The 150 cover restaurant will bring their single-minded commitment to serving remarkable steak at an affordable price to the heart of Manchester.
The restaurant’s concise menu is led by the signature ‘Flat Iron’ steak, taken from the often overlooked featherblade, known for its flavour, tenderness and juiciness when seam butchered with skill and care, alongside much-loved sides such as beef dripping chips, creamed spinach, truffled macaroni cheese and crispy bone marrow garlic mash.
The two-floor restaurant is housed in a Grade II Listed building, designed by Charles Heathcote and first opened to the public in 1908 as the office of the Royal London Friendly Society. The interiors of the restaurant have been remodelled by architects Macaulay Sinclair with the vision to uncover and display as much of the original building fabric as possible, highlighting any heritage assets and celebrating the architectural features.
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Chef, Roux Scholar and Simon Rogan alumnus Tom Barnes confirms he will open his first restaurant in Manchester in spring 2024, with a vision to create an unpretentious yet ambitious dining experience in the North.
Having been rumoured for some time, Skof will open as a 36-cover restaurant in the NOMA neighbourhood in Manchester city centre. Known as one of the most skilful young chefs in the country, Tom has been developing menus that are deceptively simple yet brimming with technique and full of flavour. As a chef in some of the best restaurants in the world, his dishes are naturally in season, with local ingredients taking centre stage. Tom also aims to remove some of the seriousness associated with tasting menu restaurants by bringing an element of surprise and joy to his guests, which was evident with his Great British Menu win in 2020
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Medlock Canteen At New Jackson |
Medlock Canteen, the latest concept from the team behind Belzan and Madre, will open on 23 March at New Jackson.
Taking inspiration from two distinct styles of eateries found on the opposite side of the Atlantic; Medlock Canteen is inspired by the informality, accessibility and hospitality of American Diners and Parisian Bistros with a menu centred around dishes ‘you know and love to eat’
Medlock Canteen invites locals to take a seat and as long as they desire with bottomless coffee and an all-day menu to keep eaters, drinkers and workers fuelled.
The focal point of the will centre around the rotisserie chicken oven. By lunch they’ll be served in baguettes, at dinner half or whole with a choice or sides and throughout the day you can pick up a chicken in a bag to enjoy at home, on the tram or wherever you like to eat yours. |
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Black Cat Club |
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Launching this March, the team behind popular restaurants, El Gato Negro and Canto, are introducing their exciting new concept, Black Cat Club.
Located on Brown Street in the former Habas unit, the venue brings the electrifying game of interactive shuffleboard to Manchester, a first for the city, previously finding popularity in London.
The game is simple, combining traditional shuffleboard with innovative technology, automatic scoring and interactive screens, with two teams of up to eight guests battling it out.
Combined with immersive, Flyby Darts, the vibe at Black Cat Club is energetic and engaging, complemented with stylish interiors and soundtracked by vinyl DJs, cocktails, sharers and small plates. |
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Cottonopolis Becomes The Lamb of Tartary |
A new public house and grill, The Lamb of Tartary, is set to open on the 1st March in the former Cottonopolis site on Newton Street.
This new venue comes from the team behind the award-winning Edinburgh Castle in Ancoats.
The menu curated by Edinburgh Castle's executive chef Shaun Moffat will include modern takes on classic British dishes and championing local produce, showcased in a selection of deliciously grilled meat and fish. |
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Rigatoni's Opens |
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On Saturday 6th January, Rigatoni’s, Manchester’s newest pasta kitchen, opened its doors for business in Ancoats.
Specialising in house-made rigatoni, the menu at the new restaurants features hearty bowls of pasta starting at just £7.50.
The rigatoni is the star of the show, made fresh daily at each site through a bronze die, giving it a textured finish to hold onto the sauces ‘asciutta’ style.
In addition to the main attraction, Rigatoni’s offers a selection of appetisers such as Fried Mozzarella & Pesto Sandwich , Salami & Potato Crocchette and Focaccia Toasts with various toppings, including Gorgonzola Whip & Hot Honey. |
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