Belvedere, the world’s first super premium vodka, is bringing Legends of the Martini an all sensory experience exploring and celebrating the iconic cocktail, to the beautiful surroundings of Royal Academy Senate Rooms, Burlington Gardens, London. The experience will run until 31st August and STYLEetc were lucky enough to get an advanced preview…
Food and Drink
Taking a look at the latest food and drink venues in Manchester and the North West we aim to bring you honest opinions on all restaurants tried and tested, with recommendations on menus choices.
STYLEetc covers news of restaurant and bars opening, within Manchester and Cheshire. We head to as many local eateries as we can to try food for ourselves and let you know which items get the seal of approval (and which don't). We also cover all relevant news of northern food and drink establishments to let you know what's happening in your area to keep you up to date. Take a look at our latest Manchester food and drink features below.
GBK Relaunches in The Trafford Centre
After undergoing a makeover, GBK has reopened in the Trafford Centre and we went along to check it out. The fresh new restaurant, located in The Orient, will delight burger fans with its brand new look, with its mix of patterns and bench seating. This refurbished GBK will also welcome a party…
Victor’s Launches in Hale
Karina and James Hitchen, the powerhouse duo behind Spinningfields’ chic celeb haunt Neighbourhood and BBQ hotspot Southern Eleven launched their new restaurant Victor’s on Ashley Road, in the gloriously green suburb of Hale this week. Victor’s elegant eatery is set to bring The Hampton’s relaxing style, substance and sophistication to the Manchester…
Meet The Makers at Selfridges
Until 1st September, Selfridges Trafford will play host to a celebration of the nation’s favourite foodie artisans. The focus will be on the tastemakers who define our food experiences, the way we farm, challenging our perceptions of art in food but above all to showcase the best talent in food and drink…
Rosso À la Carte Summer Menu Review
As many of our regular readers will know, us STYLEetc girls are foodie novices! We love eating, that’s for sure, and are thrilled when given the opportunity to sample the culinary delights of Manchester and flex our reviewing skills! Recently, we visited one of our favourite Manchester restaurants, Rosso, to try out its…
Top Gun Night at Harvey Nichols
We all love a cult classic film, but how about watching one whilst dining on a fabulous 3-course meal and drinking cocktails? Sounds like a great night out to us! On Thursday 24th July, Harvey Nichols will be hosting a Top Gun Night at their Second Floor Restaurant! The night will commence…
Health Review: Vivid Matcha Green Tea
Always looking to give our readers the best advice in fashion, food, health and beauty, we recently got to try out Vivid Drinks, a fab healthy green tea. Vivid founder James discovered Matcha whilst working for a tea company and decided to create the brand. Matcha Green tea contains natural caffeine to…
Sunday Roast at Neighbourhood
We are massive fans of party hotspot Neighbourhood for their great cocktails and atmosphere but now we have another reason to spend our weekends in there thanks to its fabulous Sunday Roast menu. Since launching at the end of last year, the roast has seen people return and again to samples its…
Prosecco Night at Rosso
As part of Rosso Nights, STYLEetc we’re invited for a Prosecco masterclass with Con Gusto (which translates to ‘good taste’) expert Peter. We were treated to traditional bellini’s on arrival and we’re seated ready for our lesson. First up, a lesson in the history on Prosecco. Peter told us that it comes…
The Alchemist: THE Place for a Spot of Lunch this Summer
We may not have had the brightest of bank holidays, but with temperatures expected to soar for summer, rest assured Manchester will be out donning sunglasses, sipping cocktails and making the most of the weather. So, if you’ve got time to spare in the working day and fancy lunch out, we can’t…
Champagne Masterclass at Harvey Nichols
When we were invited to sample the Harvey Nichols champagne dinner in association with Veuve Clicquot, we couldn’t say just no! The five course tasting menu was put together especially for the evening by the fabulous chefs at Harvey Nichols second floor restaurant. Our sommelier for the evening was Alex Gamble, who…
Capital FM Take On The Southern Eleven Challenge
It takes a lot to silence the Capital FM team but Manchester’s Southern Eleven managed to do it last night as they set them a mammoth food challenge! The barbeque eaterie based in the heart of Spinningfields invited Breakfast Show presenters Rob Ellis, Nigel ‘Wingman’ Clucas, Adam Brown and Breakfast Producer James…
Selfridges Presents: The Beauty Project
From May 1st to June 12th, Selfridges stores in Trafford and Exchange Square Manchester will be launching an exciting six week campaign on the definition of beauty, and what it means in today’s society. Over the six weeks, six key themes will be discussed in the two stores, each selected to articulate…
Celebrate Easter with Harvey Nichols and Baileys!
How do you like your eggs on Easter morning? We like our’s with a twist! Well this year you too can celebrate Easter in STYLE with Harvey Nichols, who have teamed up with award winning Chocolatier and Cake of the Year 2013 winner, Lucie Bennett to create a rich Belgian chocolate equivalent…
New ‘Grill at the Bar’ Menu at Rosso
On Wednesday 26th March, STYLEetc were invited to sample the new Grill at the Bar concept at Rosso. The concept is simple, you cook your steak to you own individual taste on the 200 degree hot stones that are served to you! Of course some people would question why would you want…
Krug Champagne Collaborates with The Philharmonia Orchestra
Krug Champagne & London’s Philharmonia Orchestra bring together music and Champagne with an experience to alight the senses The House of Krug is celebrating the annual recreation of Krug Grande Cuvee by highlighting the parallels between conducting a symphony orchestra and composing Krug Grande Cuvee, the signature Champagne of the House, with…
The Lawn Club Arrives at Spinningfields
The Lawns at Spinningfields are set to welcome a brand new destination bar to Hardman Square this Spring, with the arrival of The Lawn Club this spring. An aspirational space in the heart of the estate, The Lawns were home to two of the city’s most popular bars last year; InBloom and…
James Martin Manchester Launches New Six Course Sunday Menu
Following on from the success of its first taster menu, James Martin Manchester at Manchester235 is offering a new six course taster menu on Sundays*. The new menu, which will run from 5pm until 11pm, will cost £45 per person and includes tea and coffee, with the menu focussing on some of…
We interview founder of Candy Kittens and #MIC star Jamie Laing
Everyone knows Jamie Laing best for being the blonde haired beauty in Made in Chelsea. But on Thursday 27 February 2014 he was at Selfridges in Manchester’s Trafford Centre on other business launching his new sweets on his Candy Kittens label. Our reporter Georgia Walkden went along to the event to speak…
Gentlemen’s Afternoon Tea at the Marriott
What do you think of when someone mentions afternoon tea? Little sandwiches and wraps? Scones with cream and jam? At the Victoria and Albert Marriott Hotel in Manchester, the chefs have created a brand new Gentlemen’s Afternoon tea and we were lucky enough to sample it on its launch on Saturday 18th…