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Food: Best place for a pizza in Manchester

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If there’s one thing Manchester does well (aside from music, football, and rain), it’s pizza.  From the depths of Chorlton to the arches of the city centre, you’re never too far from a spot serving up something hot, cheesy, and straight out of the oven.  Author - Sophie T Whether you're after a proper Neapolitan base, vegan-friendly toppings, or a cheeky slice after a few drinks, this city has it covered. But with so many choices, picking the right one can feel like a bit of a minefield. Do you go classic or creative? Sit-down or grab-and-go? Thankfully, we’ve done the hard work (and a fair bit of eating) to narrow it down. Here are some of the best pizza places Manchester has to offer.  Here’s our list of top picks: Voodoo Ray’s at Escape to Freight Island The first outpost outside of London for these slice-slingers. We’re into it. One recent visitor said: "I ordered A slice of the Queen Vegan pizza, which was beautiful tbh. The dough was light and crispy and to...
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How to do Dry January in Greater Manchester

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Let's have a look at some alternative places to eat and drink if you're doing Dry January in Greater Manchester In the past decade, the variety of non-alcoholic drinks has expanded significantly, so you never have to feel like you're missing out.  Author - Sophie T  First, we'll explore some of those best non-alcoholic drinks Guinness 0.0 Guinness 0.0 has rapidly gained popularity in the UK as a leading alcohol-free beer, offering the iconic taste of the original stout without the alcohol. Perfect for those seeking a non-alcoholic option, it delivers the same rich, creamy texture and roasted malt flavours that Guinness fans love. Since its launch, it has become a go-to choice in pubs, supermarkets, and online stores, catering to a growing demand for alcohol-free beverages. Guinness 0.0 is praised for its quality, aligning with the increasing trend of mindful drinking. Its widespread availability and taste make it a standout in the alcohol-free drinks market. The interes...
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Looking for a scran in Manchester?

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Mancunians love to eat out.  Let's take a look at some of our own favourite places  H ave we missed your place of choice? Author - Sophie T  This and That Three curries and rice for a fiver? An absolute bargain and it has maintained its popularity over the years. Scott gave this lovely Google review: "I'm from Malaysia and there are no shortages of good curry around town, but this place ranks as one of my top three in the world for good honest cheapest and delicious curry with rice." Rudy's An obvious choice but its popular for a reason. Everyone loves pizza and their pizza is incredible. Take a look at this video from  Manchester's Finest which explores Rudy's Neapolitan Pizza in more detail. One Google review says: "This place is fantastic. Incredibly tasty pizza. Soft dough, topped with quality ingredients."  Fish Hut Are you looking for a spot of lunch? The Fish Hit does a great variety of classic chippy meals and also sells a cracking...
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Top 9: Restaurants in Manchester

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Let's explore some of the best restaurants in Manchester. There are some great options. Adam Reid at The French A Michelin-starred restaurant known for its innovative British cuisine. Liam loves the place. He told us: "Rarely am I lost for words, but on this occasion I really was! Dined with my husband and can honestly say, without a doubt, the best experience in fine dining we have had. The food was exquisite, elegantly presented and explained by the chefs who presented each individual delight. The sommelier was simply captivating with her description of paired drinks and the rationale behind each concept. And it truly worked - just ingenious.  "The staff were attentive, welcoming, humorous, utter professionals and polite without being intrusive. The ambience and decor were striking and thoughtful yet unimposing. This was an incredible place." Hawksmoor Manchester A steakhouse known for its high-quality steaks and cocktails. Mackie Mayor A food hall with a vari...
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Where to go for lunch across Greater Manchester?

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Are you stuck at work but looking for a place to eat?  This article will explore some of the best places to go across Greater Manchester. Bundobust in Piccadilly Gardens Vegan and veggie food that is sure to warm you from the inside out – Bundobust is an amazing place to go for lunch.  There’s an express lunch menu of two dishes for £8.50, including the classic Bundo Chaat, a street snack of broken samosa pastry, and puffed rice, peas, onion, pomegranate, and tomato in tamarind chutney. Found on the edge of Piccadilly Gardens, the interiors are simple but cool. Northern Soul on Tib Street, Northern Quarter Northern Soul’s cheesy delights range from brie, feta, cheddar, and blue cheese – they do it all and stick it in a grilled sandwich. Extra sandwich fillers include pulled port, jalapenos, and onion chutney with sriracha glazed fries on the side – the best bit is, that they’re all under £10. This place is definitely worth a visit! What will you have on yours? Katsouris De...
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Gig Review: Kula Shaker and Ocean Colour Scene

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Kula Shaker and Ocean Colour Scene create a party atmosphere in Manchester A sensational night of music at one of Manchester's most iconic music venues Author - Josh D For some reason, you just knew this was going to be a special night almost immediately. A closer look at Kula Shaker A band that might not necessarily have been as well known to the crowd. 90s Britpop fans will have been well aware, but for younger members of the crowd, Kula Shaker wasn't as well-known as some of their contemporaries. Within minutes though, everyone was certainly enjoying themselves. There is a distinction between being billed as a support act and being labelled a special guest. Kula Shaker, known for their established reputation and unique style, made it clear they were the latter. The night was off to a good start. Now for Ocean Colour Scene The bond between the band and their fans was palpable throughout the set, with a great mix of ages and backgrounds in the crowd. This didn’t go unn...
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Football: Lincoln City 4 - 2 Bolton Wanderers

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Lincoln all but ended Bolton’s play-off ambitions on Easter Monday. This was achieved with a pulsating 4-2 win at the LNER Stadium, where veteran striker James Collins struck twice. Author - Sophie T Erik Ring and Reeco Hackett were also on the scoresheet for the hosts. Jay Matete and Alex Murphy replied for Bolton, who slipped to a fourth straight defeat at the worst possible time. The Imps took an early lead when Ring’s inswinging cross, delivered from a short corner routine, sailed through a crowded box and nestled into the far corner of Nathan Baxter’s net. Ben House went close to doubling the advantage, but Baxter saved well from his flicked effort. Moments later, Lincoln were awarded a penalty after Ethan Erhahon was bundled over by David Abimbola.  Collins then stepped up and lashed the spot-kick into the roof of the net to make it 2-0 after just 17 minutes. READ MORE: Meet the author READ MORE: Bolton 0 - 2 Wycombe Bolton pulled one back out of nothing shortly before th...
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Football: Wigan Athletic 0 - 0 Wrexham

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A battling point for Wigan Athletic against promotion chasing Wrexham Many fans would have certainly taken that before the match. Author - Amy W The Latics shaded what was a largely uneventful opening half, with Maleace Asamoah curling wide for the hosts at the Brick Community Stadium. Midfielder George Dobson fired wide at the other end as both sides went into the break having failed to register a shot on target. Wrexham then appealed in vain for a penalty after Ryan Longman's cross hit Luke Robinson shortly after the interval as Wrexham improved. READ MORE: Exeter 1 - 1 Wigan match report Arthur Okonkwo produced a fine save to deny Asamoah shortly after the hour mark before keeping out an Owen Dale effort. Parkinson who was fresh from being named League One Manager of the Month for March then sent on Steven Fletcher, Elliot Lee, Ryan Barnett and Jack Marriott as Wrexham, who are second in the table, pushed for a winner. However, Wigan’s defence held firm and picked up what is...
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