We may still be seeing some sunny days, but don’t be fooled… the clocks have gone back and Christmas is just around the corner! Time to start thinking about not when, but where to eat drink and be merry during the forthcoming festive season. There have been many new restaurant launches in…
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.
The Living Room Lunch Menu
Great news for all you Foodies out there… The Living Room has recently revealed its all new ‘Living Lunch’ menu. And with the gloomy weather descending on Manchester yet again, STYLEetc took the opportunity to treat ourselves and try it out. I was tempted by the delicious Pork and Chorizo Burger which…
Treat Yourself and Support Breast Cancer Awareness Month
October is National Breast Cancer Awareness month, a campaign organized annually by various breast cancer charities in a bid to raise awareness as well as to raise funds for research into cause, prevention and cure, offering information and support to those affected by breast cancer. Hundreds of events are organised over the month…
James Martin Manchester Now Open at Manchester235
It’s been a good month for foodies in Manchester. They say it never rains but it pours; it turns out this just as true of our restaurants as it is our weather. Hot on the tails of Aiden Byrne’s Manchester House and Simon Rogan’s second restaurant at The Midland – Mr Cooper’s…
James Martin’s Manchester Restaurant
Despite opening his new restaurant James Martin Manchester in Manchester235 casino this September, James Martin is not a gambling man. The celebrity chef, who adorns our screens every weekend on the BBC’s Saturday Kitchen, is confident that he has the right ingredients to make a success out of his new venture and has put a…
Market Menu launches at Opus One, Radisson Blu Edwardian
Manchester is home to many magnificent, historical buildings, and Opus One at the five star Radisson Blu Edwardian just happens to occupy one of the most stunning – the Free Trade Hall, first built in 1853. The restaurant has now launched a weekly changing Market Menu, which will “showcase fresh, local and…
Last chance to purchase Cocktails In The City tickets
Tomorrow evening Manchester’s largest cocktail event returns to the grandiose surroundings of the Manchester Town Hall with new bars, fantastic cocktails and new experiences to excite and entertain Manchester’s drinks enthusiasts. There will be food available from STYLEetc faves – Almost Famous and music from Crazy P and El Diablo. The Great…
Sundays are the new Saturday nights at Brunch Club, Neighbourhood
It would take either a severe case of myopia, or a major imaginative effort to mistake Manchester for New York City. We’re cool, for sure, but more of a Granny Smith than a Big Apple. Spinningfield’s Neighbourhood Restaurant and Bar, however, is looking to change all that with the best party to…
Coffee and Cocktails at Kahlúa Coffee House
If there’s one thing Manchester has embraced in recent months, it’s the pop up. Temporary by nature, these pop ups – whether cafés, bars, restaurants, markets or chocolate shops – are, more often than not, wonderful little pockets of diversity and innovation. Last year, The Ski Club and the Oast House’s Christmas…
Bonbon Chocolate Workshop Review
Alaka Prodhan investigates the “Best Hot Chocolate in Mcr” at Bonbon Chocolate Workshop There’s nothing quite like a Sunday afternoon mooch in the Northern Quarter. Even on an overcast day the city here seems at its most magnificent; a mish mash of styles, both old and new, layered one on top of…
STYLEetc meet Jennie McAlpine for a chat about her new restaurant
On Wednesday evening we were invited to a sneak preview of Chris Farr and Jennie McAlpine’s new restaurant Annies. Tucked away down Old Bank Street in the historic Royal Exchange building, Annies affectionately doffs its top hat to neighbouring St Ann’s Square, from which it takes its name. It is the result…
A warm welcome and rustic Italian fare at Salvi’s Deli
On Wednesday evening we were invited to a tasting evening at Salvi’s Deli. We turned up expecting drinks and a few canapés . Met with a warm welcome from owner Maurizio, four hours later we’d eaten our way though 6 courses, had a crash course in Italian culture, and been inducted into…
Manchester: Now home to the world’s most expensive strawberries and cream?!
The Trafford Centre is celebrating Wimbledon fortnight by exclusively offering the world’s most expensive strawberries and cream – costing a whopping £450 a bowl! Served in an exquisite Jasper Conran crystal bowl, the dessert features a vintage champagne mousse and a special recipe created by the chefs at Circle 360 champagne bar….
Salvi’s Mozzarella Bar, A Hidden Italian Delight!
STYLEetc first brought you news of Salvi’s Mozzarella Bar earlier this week as the launch of Salvi’s Italian Nights, offering the chance to dine on authentic Italian food whilst learning the language of love simultaneously. However at STYLEetc we wanted to investigate a little further into this hotly tipped restaurant situated on the outskirts…
Papa G’s offers authentic Greek cuisine
Last week STYLEetc headed over to the Printworks for a spot of lunch at the Greek restaurant, Papa G’s. With no high expectations, simply because of location, and armed with the assumption that mass produced ‘chain restaurant’ style food awaited… we were cock-a-hoop to have our taste buds tantalised! Papa G’s is…
25 Flavours to Suit All Tastes at Bohemia Bar and Grill
Bohemia Bar and Grill have introduced a brand new menu with an exciting take on the classic sizzler, designed to give customers the chance to create their perfect dish depending on their mood. Firstly, diners are offered a choice of sizzlers; Chargrilled chicken breast (£14.95), Chargrilled 10oz rump steak (£15.95), Chargrilled black…