Escape to Freight Island to double in size with new traders and a bike cloakroom
Louise Rhind-Tutt
1 October 2020
Sugo Pasta Kitchen, Mi & Pho and The Jane Eyre are among the list of new traders
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Altrincham couple named Great British Entrepreneurs of the Year for vegan chocolate brand
Louise Rhind-Tutt
1 October 2020
Husband and wife Rimi and Manav Thapar started LoveRaw in 2013 with a budget of just £600
Virtual music festival to mark World Mental Health Day on United We Stream
I Love MCR
1 October 2020
Two days of live music, talks and wellbeing experiences – plus performances from Nothing But Thieves, The Slow Readers Club and The Lottery Winners
Akse has painted a tribute to singer Denise Johnson in Hulme
Louise Rhind-Tutt
30 September 2020
‘Our girl is on the streets where she grew up’
Bonfire Night, New Year and Christmas Lights events CANCELLED in Manchester due to coronavirus
Dianne Bourne
30 September 2020
Manchester’s big Christmas Lights switch on event and Bonfire Night and New Year fireworks WON’T go ahead in 2020 – but Santa will still be coming to town
The Lowry Hotel’s River Restaurant has launched a new at home Sunday roast kit – so what’s it like?
Louise Rhind-Tutt
30 September 2020
A four-course feast for hardly any effort – and minimal washing up, too
Hospitality sector launches campaign to force government U-turn on 10pm curfew
Louise Rhind-Tutt
29 September 2020
Many bars and restaurants are already operating at reduced capacity – and they say the curfew could be the final nail in the coffin
Urmston millionaire BUYS the bank that refused him a loan when he was broke
Dianne Bourne
29 September 2020
Self-made millionaire Adam Deering has bought the Urmston bank that refused him a loan when he was a skint 21-year-old
Now you can get Dishoom delivered to your door in Manchester
Louise Rhind-Tutt
29 September 2020
Dishes for delivery include biryanis, ruby murrays and the famous house black daal – and for every meal ordered, Dishoom donate a meal to a child
British Street Food Awards come to Manchester this weekend
Louise Rhind-Tutt
29 September 2020
There will be 12 traders competing at the northern heat of the street food awards at GRUB
Manchester’s favourite Italian is now doing a Sunday roast with unlimited gravy
I Love MCR
29 September 2020
Don Giovanni’s new Sunday lunch menu launches this weekend – and it sounds epic
Where is BBC drama Life filmed in Manchester?
Dianne Bourne
29 September 2020
From Chorlton and Cheadle to Salford and Stretford – here’s where to look out for in the new TV series
MediaCityUK search for new artists to showcase at Box on the Docks
Louise Rhind-Tutt
28 September 2020
Box on the Docks at Christmas will support two industries hit hard by COVID-19: hospitality and the arts
Plans for “halo” memorial to honour victims of Manchester Arena attack
Dianne Bourne
28 September 2020
The Glade of Light memorial plan will include a white stone ring ‘halo’ which will bear the names of the 22 who lost their lives
New boutique bowling alley to launch at Great Northern Warehouse
I Love MCR
28 September 2020
Lane7 will take over the former All Star Lanes site with ten pin bowling, gaming and entertainment
A new £8m casino, bar and restaurant has opened in Manchester – what’s it like?
I Love MCR
26 September 2020
Show-stopping interior design, a good value restaurant, and a glamorous bar serving local gin cocktails – welcome to Manchester, Napoleons
Huge new arena for Manchester will be named Co-Op Live and create 4,000 jobs
Dianne Bourne
26 September 2020
Plans for a huge new £350m arena for Manchester next
What’s the story with the Oasis posters popping up across Manchester city centre?
I Love MCR
25 September 2020
Why Morning Glory posters have appeared in Manchester overnight…
New restrictions mean we’ll visit restaurants and pubs less – but we won’t stop socialising says poll
Louise Rhind-Tutt
25 September 2020
A snap poll conducted this week by eating and drinking
Why this street food van in Salford is well worth a stop-off
Chris Greenhalgh
25 September 2020
Could this be one of the best fishfinger butties in Greater Manchester?
Manchester Arndale is offering exclusive fashion and beauty discounts this weekend
I Love MCR
25 September 2020
Autumn is well and truly upon us – and there’s
Siam Smiles takes over Great Northern community kitchen with top Thai treats
I Love MCR
24 September 2020
“Siam Smiles is the most exciting thing to happen to
Escape to Freight Island launches new al fresco brunch menu with breakfast buns and cocktails
Louise Rhind-Tutt
24 September 2020
Colourful, cool and laid back, outdoor food market Escape to
Miley Cyrus opens up to Hits Radio about her sobriety and staying sane during lockdown
Ian Jones
24 September 2020
Miley Cyrus is one of the biggest pop stars in
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Manchester’s favourite Italian is now doing a Sunday roast with unlimited gravy
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29 September 2020
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Altrincham couple named Great British Entrepreneurs of the Year for vegan chocolate brand
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1 October 2020
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Why this street food van in Salford is well worth a stop-off
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25 September 2020
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The Lowry Hotel’s River Restaurant has launched a new at home Sunday roast kit – so what’s it like?
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30 September 2020
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Music
What’s the story with the Oasis posters popping up across Manchester city centre?
Why Morning Glory posters have appeared in Manchester overnight…
25 September 2020
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British Street Food Awards come to Manchester this weekend
There will be 12 traders competing at the northern heat of the street food awards at GRUB
29 September 2020
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New boutique bowling alley to launch at Great Northern Warehouse
Lane7 will take over the former All Star Lanes site with ten pin bowling, gaming and entertainment
28 September 2020
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Art & Design
MediaCityUK search for new artists to showcase at Box on the Docks
Box on the Docks at Christmas will support two industries hit hard by COVID-19: hospitality and the arts
28 September 2020
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Huge new arena for Manchester will be named Co-Op Live and create 4,000 jobs
Plans for a huge new £350m arena for Manchester next to the Etihad Stadium at Eastlands are moving ahead with pace – with the announcement
26 September 2020
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Bonfire Night, New Year and Christmas Lights events CANCELLED in Manchester due to coronavirus
Manchester’s big Christmas Lights switch on event and Bonfire Night and New Year fireworks WON’T go ahead in 2020 – but Santa will still be coming to town
30 September 2020
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