Manchester’s top spots for cheese, wine and charcuterie delights

From the Brits to the French, the Dutch, and beyond, cheese holds a special place in the hearts of people worldwide.

Whether it’s the sharp tang of Cheddar, the creamy goodness of Mozzarella, the rich flavours of Gouda, Manchego, Comte, Brie, or the crumbly delight of Feta, cheese never fails to tantalise our taste buds.

Manchester is awash with some amazing cheesy churches paying homage to the fromage.

In Manchester, the competition for the title of the ultimate cheeseboard haven is fierce, but fear not dear cheese aficionados!

We’ve rounded up some of the city’s prime destinations where you can embark on a gastronomic journey through the finest cheese and wine offerings.

So, let’s raise a glass of vino to these cheesy heavens!

The best spots for wine, cheese and charcuterie in Manchester

James Martin Manchester

James Martin Manchester showcases its superb cooking through a seasonal A La Carte menus featuring a cheese board on their dessert menu. A delicious selection of British and French cheeses (£13) with homemade crackers, fig bread, homemade chutney and quince puree.

Cheeses include a sweet and sharp handmade Doddington, a mellow but buttery Roll Right, a velvety-smooth Ingot, and a powerful Lanark Blue. Don’t forget to wash it down with a glass of wine from their extensive wine list.

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Manchester235 Great Northern 2 Watson Street M3 4LP

The Mews Bar and Charcuterie

Nestled in the heart of Deansgate, The Mews is a wine and cocktail bar that exudes warmth and elegance.

Picture a place where friends and family gather to create cherished memories over the finest olives, cheese, and wine pairings.

Their charcuterie boards are a thing of beauty, featuring top-tier cheeses sourced from the legendary Crafty Cheese Man.

From velvety whipped goats’ curd to sumptuous pate, their menu is a delight.

But the star of the show? The ‘Gouda’-licious cheeseboard, features an ensemble of cheeses served alongside sourdough crackers, chutney, and balsamic pickled onions.

Get ready to say “Yum!” with every heavenly bite!

Great Northern Warehouse, The Mews Bar and Charcuterie, Deansgate, Manchester M3 4EN

Harvey Nichols Second Floor Deli Bar

A surprise awaits at Harvey Nichols, where a humble deli bar transforms into a paradise of cheese and sharing boards.

Savour the ‘Brie-lliant’ flavours of Roquefort and Brie, among other world-renowned cheeses, as they dance on your palate.

Accompanied by olives, fruit jelly, crackers, and sun-dried tomatoes, the cheeses here reach new heights of tastiness.

For a high-end and oh-so-scrumptious cheeseboard experience, look no further!

Harvey Nichols, 21 New Cathedral St, Manchester M1 1AD

The Cheese Hamlet

In the charming Didsbury area, The Cheese Hamlet awaits with an irresistible offering of English and continental cheese and wine.

Let’s spill the ‘Edam’ secret – although they may not serve traditional cheeseboards, their hampers are practically a takeaway cheeseboard affair!

With hampers designed to suit every budget and occasion, you’re spoiled for choice.

Savour the delights of ‘The Didsbury,’ featuring five cheeses, chutney, and crackers, or revel in ‘The Decadent,’ a divine trio of cheeses accompanied by chocolate and gin.

From goat’s cheese to vegetarian delights, this haven caters to every cheese lover’s fantasy.

706 Wilmslow Rd, Didsbury, Manchester M20 2DW

Canto

Canto, a Mediterranean-inspired tapas bar in Ancoats’ Cutting Room Square, is a haven for foodies seeking fresh, seasonal, and locally sourced ingredients.

While their small plate dishes dazzle the senses, let’s not forget their sensational cheeseboards.

The Canto cheeseboard boasts an ensemble of ‘Cheese-tastic’ stars, including Tunworth, Lancashire Bomb, Harrogate Blue, and Kidderton Ash.

These cheese wonders are partnered with Yorkshire chutney, quince jelly, and crackers – a symphony of flavours that’ll leave you wanting an encore!

Cutting Room Square, Blossom St, Ancoats, Manchester M4 5DH

Sicilian NQ Bistro & Bar

Enter a cosy and friendly Sicilian oasis at Sicilian NQ Bistro & Bar, where heavenly street food and divine pasta and gnocchi dishes steal hearts.

Prepare yourself for the Antipasti Tagliere Sunshine – a chef’s masterpiece featuring their top three cheeses and hams, served with olives and a Sicilian basket of bread.

Don’t miss out on their delightful sweet plates, like the mouthwatering Sette Veli available in pistachio or chocolate. A visit to this relaxed Sicilian gem is a cheese lover’s dream come true – not just in the Northern Quarter, but in all of Manchester!

14 Turner St, Manchester M4 1DZ

Provence

Province is a boujee wine bar in Spinningfields.

With wine-e-oke wine bars, a wine vending machine and an excellent selection of charcuterie, cheese boards and VE antipasti too, if you’re looking for a sophisticated evening of wine and snacks, this is the place for you.

There are three kinds of board: Charcuterie – a selection of cured meats from Northern Cure £14 Cheese – gorgonzola, brie, manchego, idiazabal, pecorino mandano and extra mature cheddar (V) (£14) and veg antipasti – olives, artichokes and aubergine, sun-dried tomatoes and grilled peppers, hummus, black olive tapenade (VE) (£14).

Unit G21, The Avenue Spinningfields, Provence, Manchester M3 3HF

Homage at WOOD

Indulge your senses in a timeless culinary delight at Homage, where the classic pairing of cheese and wine reaches new heights of perfection.

Nestled on Jack Rosenthal Street in Manchester, Homage invites you to experience an extraordinary affair, with the most delectable cheeses, lovingly curated to satisfy even the most discerning palates.

Homage’s grand opening in 2021 marked the dawn of a new era in cheese and wine appreciation, spearheaded by the visionary owner and celebrity chef, Simon Wood.

He envisioned Homage as a haven where people could connect, unwind, and bask in the joy of each other’s company.

Whether it’s reuniting with a long-lost friend over a quiet taster and a glass of wine or engaging in a business meeting over a leisurely port with an esteemed associate, Homage sets the stage for memorable moments.

The ambience is an enchanting blend of sophistication and warmth, making it the ideal spot for intimate gatherings or celebratory feasts.

However, the true stars of Homage are undoubtedly the cheeses that grace its culinary repertoire.

Each cheese is selected with the utmost care, ensuring a symphony of flavours that dance upon your taste buds.

From sharp, aged cheddar to velvety Bries, Homage’s cheese selection caters to a diverse range of preferences, offering something to satiate every cheese lover’s desires.

First Street, Jack Rosenthal St, First St, Manchester M15 4RA

Zizzi at Corn Exchange

The Fonduta board from Zizzi is an amazing collection of glorious food.

It includes a melting pot of cheesy fondue, garlic bread, mozzarella arancini, purple gnocchi, tomato & pesto crostini with Roquito hot honey dip and wild garlic aioli. Yummy.

They also offer nice prosciutto, spianata salami, truffle salami, Bufala mozzarella, roasted peppers, olives, bruschetta and Roquito hot honey, served with our Little Soul Breads for the ultimate sharer.