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Sicilian NQ – An Italian gem

Sicilian NQ – An Italian gem

Tucked away in a small alleyway behind the Arndale centre, this charming spot provides a heartfelt Sicilian experience which is a must visit for any Manchester foodie
“This one is for the bad bitches”: Being provoked by Bathing Suits

“This one is for the bad bitches”: Being provoked by Bathing Suits

Noisy Leeds four-piece Bathing Suits turn heads with their electronic assault at Gullivers
Through an industrial park to busy cobbled paths: A guide to Manchester’s flourishing art scene

Through an industrial park to busy cobbled paths: A guide to Manchester’s flourishing art scene

The best way to explain Manchester as a city would be to say that it intertwines life with art. If this city is about to be your home, then understanding its art, culture, and crowd is vital
Morning Glory: ‘Definitely Maybe’ the newest sweet spot in the Northern Quarter

Morning Glory: ‘Definitely Maybe’ the newest sweet spot in the Northern Quarter

New café Morning Glory opens in the Northern Quarter, serving up a bargain £5 morning coffee-and-bagel combo
How to shop Manchester like a student pro

How to shop Manchester like a student pro

From the Arndale to the Trafford Centre, there’s plenty of choice when it comes to shopping. Here’s how to make the most of the city’s expansive range
City guide #3: Northern Quarter

City guide #3: Northern Quarter

A guide to Northern Quarter, the home of brunch, lunch and everything in-between in the heart of the city centre
A vegan guide to Manchester in 2025

A vegan guide to Manchester in 2025

Manchester’s vegan scene is packed with delicious dining options perfect for everyone. Here are some top picks for plant-based eats across the city
Wholesome Junkies returns to Manchester!

Wholesome Junkies returns to Manchester!

Serving up top notch vegan food, alongside alcohol free tipples, Wholesome Junkies has reopened as the Northern Quarter’s freshest sober space
The Rat and Pigeon: the pub with a bit of everything

The Rat and Pigeon: the pub with a bit of everything

From the ashes of Manchester’s most infamous pub, rises The Rat and Pigeon, an independent pub that has a bit of everything
Church Street Market closes after more than 50 years

Church Street Market closes after more than 50 years

Church Street Market has officially closed its doors, after more than 50 years of service
Best Thrift Shops in Manchester City: Affordable, Sustainable Fashion

Best Thrift Shops in Manchester City: Affordable, Sustainable Fashion

The Mancunion highlights the best the city centre has to offer for thrifting, with tips on how to upgrade your wardrobe!
Manchester’s continuing problem with inaccessibility: On the redesign of NQ’s Stevenson Square

Manchester’s continuing problem with inaccessibility: On the redesign of NQ’s Stevenson Square

The re-design of Stevenson Square apparently complies with standards set by the Department for Transport, so why is it being criticised by sight-loss charity Henshaws, and charity patron Dave Steele?
Night and Day Cafe’s legal battle comes to an end

Night and Day Cafe’s legal battle comes to an end

The venue can still operate as long as they keep to a reduced noise capacity between 11 pm-3 am during DJ club nights
Chanel’s Métiers D’Art Exhibition turns Thomas Street into a dazzling runway

Chanel’s Métiers D’Art Exhibition turns Thomas Street into a dazzling runway

For one night only, Manchester’s Northern Quarter was taken over by celebrities and models for Chanel’s Métiers D’Art runway show
UMMTS charms once again with The Last Five Years

UMMTS charms once again with The Last Five Years

A new month and a new production for the University of Manchester’s Musical Theatre Society. This time, we’re swept away to Feel Good Club breathtaking and rich performances by the group’s young talented singers.
Beyond the Music in Manchester: The embryonic international festival

Beyond the Music in Manchester: The embryonic international festival

Why Beyond the Music had the seeds of something great, but is not quite there just yet
Days out in Manchester according to your personality

Days out in Manchester according to your personality

If you’re stuck for things to do in the city (with a student budget in mind), there’s something for everyone in our compilation of the best days out in Manchester
An evening with Rough C.U.T.S’ unconventional double bills featuring Boys in Peaches…

An evening with Rough C.U.T.S’ unconventional double bills featuring Boys in Peaches…

The Mancunion attend a double bill screening of Call Me by Your Name and James and the Giant Peach as part of Rough C.U.T.S’ summer 2023 film programme
Beyond the Music announces partnership with LUSH and free ‘Music For Everyone’ opening day

Beyond the Music announces partnership with LUSH and free ‘Music For Everyone’ opening day

Beyond the Music today (24th August) have announced their free ‘Music for Everyone’ day, showcasing Manchester’s finest talent.
Beyond The Music Festival announces first wave of artists

Beyond The Music Festival announces first wave of artists

The inaugural Beyond The Music Festival, hosted in Manchester’s Northern Quarter, have shared the lineup’s first 60 artists