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New opening: Popeyes in Manchester

New opening: Popeyes in Manchester

Popeyes, the famous Louisiana fried chicken restaurant, makes its way to Manchester with reasonably priced meals and a convenient Piccadilly Gardens location
The Negroni Sbagliato: Is it really that stunning?

The Negroni Sbagliato: Is it really that stunning?

Does the ‘House of the Dragon’ star Emma D’Arcy’s favourite drink stand up to the hype? We give it a sip with a student stir
Get a taste of la dolce vita this weekend at Festa Italiana

Get a taste of la dolce vita this weekend at Festa Italiana

Check out Festa Italiana this bank holiday weekend with a host of different food and drink vendors, live music and masterclasses to transport you to the Italian peninsula
What to see in Krakow, Poland

What to see in Krakow, Poland

Following exam season I was itching for a break. So, with a friend, I boarded the 43 to Manchester Airport, touching down in snowy Krakow just a few hours later. 
Top 10 Manchester City Centre Pubs

Top 10 Manchester City Centre Pubs

Pub aficionados Freddie Moss, James Stanley, and Jack Birtles take us on their ultimate pub crawl around Manchester. Read on for the best ales, lagers, and spirits in town – ranked from 10 to 1.
The Food and Drink section’s ultimate Christmas gift guide

The Food and Drink section’s ultimate Christmas gift guide

Treat your loved ones to some food and drink inspired gifts this Christmas!
Spilling the tea on Britain’s tea addiction

Spilling the tea on Britain’s tea addiction

It’s time to spill the tea – Victoria Evans talks all things caffeine and the nation’s favourite drink
Manchester’s Margarita Rumble takes on Victoria Warehouse

Manchester’s Margarita Rumble takes on Victoria Warehouse

Ruby Bannerman and Felix Hanif-Banks review this year’s Margarita Rumble, fuelled by tequila – what could go wrong?
Strongbow Dark Fruit… bakery?

Strongbow Dark Fruit… bakery?

Strongbow Dark Fruit cider opens a one-off bakery in the heart of Manchester, treating its fans to Dark Fruit inspired cakes, doughnuts and ice cream.
Hatch’s urban Narnia: A festive fantasy

Hatch’s urban Narnia: A festive fantasy

Oxford Road’s hipster haven ‘Hatch’ expands its size and repertoire in time for Christmas, celebrating with ‘Urban Narnia’, a festive event showcasing the new food and drink vendors.
Winter warmer: roasted garlic and tomato soup

Winter warmer: roasted garlic and tomato soup

Try out this recipe for roasted tomato and garlic soup to warm you up over the cold winter months and fight off any pesky colds
Fallowfield bids farewell to Fallow Café

Fallowfield bids farewell to Fallow Café

A new restaurant named HAUS will soon open on the site that was previously Fallow Café
PLY presents Oktoberfest

PLY presents Oktoberfest

Laura Swain goes to visit PLY for their 10 day Oktoberfest themed event, sampling the finest German beers and pizza they have to offer.

Five advent calendars that will help you to get into the Holiday Spirits

Count down to Christmas with these boozy calendars without breaking the bank

Manchester Christmas markets open

The countdown to Christmas is on as Manchester opens its famous Christmas markets

New menu at Las Iguanas: adding some spice to chilly autumn days

Mouth-watering additions to the autumn menu announced

Preview: Alston Bar and Beef launches in Manchester

Whilst a bit on the expensive side, this new restaurant could be the perfect place to take a date (you actually like) or your parents to celebrate exam success

Sticking around for the summer?

Manchester has it all… Even a beach!

An Evening of Beer and Tapas

Escape the cold, wet winter evenings and enter a world of tastebud tingling spanish Tapas and intense Artisan beer

International Alcohol Etiquette: Breaking down the barriers of communication

A brief guide on the essential phrases you will need when travelling to order some booze and drinking with anyone, anywhere