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CulturePlex: Manchester’s Newest Ultimate Hangout

CulturePlex: Manchester’s Newest Ultimate Hangout

Contributor Ry Jackson introduces you to the newest Bistrotheque venture on Ducie Street: Cultureplex
The Caribbean Quarter: Sunshine Food in the Rainy City

The Caribbean Quarter: Sunshine Food in the Rainy City

Contributor Dominic Fung celebrates Black History Month by introducing you to Manchester’s best sunshine food. From Patties to Plantain and salt-fish to chicken splits, the Caribbean in the North is alive and delicious!
Live Review: JOHN (TIMESTWO) at The Castle Hotel

Live Review: JOHN (TIMESTWO) at The Castle Hotel

Blake Crompton reviews London-based duo JOHN (TIMESTWO) at their sold-out gig at the intimate The Castle Hotel in Manchester’s iconic Northern Quarter
Making the Most of Manchester

Making the Most of Manchester

Writer Joe Manock shares his essential places to visit in Manchester to ensure you make the most out of your time here
Manchester: the most Instagrammable city in the North?

Manchester: the most Instagrammable city in the North?

Mancunion arts contributors discuss their favourite pieces of street art currently in Manchester
Crazy Pedro’s: the ultimate Freshers’ first date

Crazy Pedro’s: the ultimate Freshers’ first date

Want to know more about the place that does fried chicken and waffles on pizza? Elena Bradley has the perfect place for you to take your date
Review: PLY’s Summer Cocktails

Review: PLY’s Summer Cocktails

Coffee and T is stuff of the Gods
Review: My Thai

Review: My Thai

Izzy Sharp reviews My Thai restaurant and takeaway: ‘probably the closest you can get to the comfort of a family meal while living away from home.’
Manchester becomes New York as Spider-Man spin-off shot in city centre

Manchester becomes New York as Spider-Man spin-off shot in city centre

Manchester’s Northern Quarter became the set for Morbius, a new Marvel blockbuster
Evuna NQ: the hunt for tapas continues

Evuna NQ: the hunt for tapas continues

Evuna NQ scores high on sangria but low on food. Izzy Sharp suggests you take your hunt for the best tapas in town elsewhere.
The rise of communal dining

The rise of communal dining

Have you noticed more restaurants with long benches or multiple food vendors? Catrin Stewart talks to Mackie Mayor about the rise of communal dining.
Artefact of the Week: Tony Wilson Mural

Artefact of the Week: Tony Wilson Mural

In this instalment of Artefact of the Week, Theo Bennett explores a tribute to Manchester music mogul Tony Wilson: the latest Akse mural to grace the side of a Northern Quarter substation
A very Afflecks Christmas

A very Afflecks Christmas

Helena Young attends ‘Afflecks After Dark’ and writes about what makes Afflecks a Mancunian must-visit this Christmas.
Life drawing at Studio Bee – a perfect midweek activity

Life drawing at Studio Bee – a perfect midweek activity

Life drawing at Studio Bee provides a warm welcome and a positive atmosphere to all, whether you’re an experienced artist, or someone seeking a new, creative pastime.
Feature: 33 Oldham Street is now open for business

Feature: 33 Oldham Street is now open for business

Ellis Coopey heads down to see the highly anticipated 33 Oldham Street as it opens its doors to the public for the first time.
Review: ‘Titters and Tassels Burlesque and comedy show’

Review: ‘Titters and Tassels Burlesque and comedy show’

Arts and Theatre editors Bella Jewell and Anuli Changa review ‘Titters and Tassels Burlesque and comedy show’ hosted by comedic double act Toots and Leigh
Artefact of the Week: Smithfield Market

Artefact of the Week: Smithfield Market

Theo Bennett unconvers Manchester’s Industrial past through the lens of Smithfield Market in the Northern Quarter: one of the many hidden intrigues of the city
The mid-week cheap eats of dreams

The mid-week cheap eats of dreams

Contributor Elena Meritxell Bradley gives us a breakdown of Manchester’s best naughty ‘cheap’ eats. Tried and tested, you won’t be disappointed
Historic buildings in the Northern Quarter ‘under threat’

Historic buildings in the Northern Quarter ‘under threat’

Manchester City Council has been accused of ignoring the necessary restoration of culturally significant buildings to make way for luxury apartments
Affordable eateries at Affleck’s Palace

Affordable eateries at Affleck’s Palace

As the city’s centre of arts, individualism, and student culture, Affleck’s Palace is the perfect place to host an event celebrating the essentials of student life