A Guest Look At . . . . Turtle Bay

A look at the new Turtle Bay opening in Manchester, by guest writer Carmen Chapell Elkin.  On Thursday 29th of June, Turtle Bay Manchester opened its doors for a Caribbean night to remember. The restaurant chain, which has branches all across the country, specialises in providing an exotic setting with delicious, spicy Caribbean flavours. TheContinue reading “A Guest Look At . . . . Turtle Bay”

Australasia Late Lounge Review

Australasia is bang in the middle of Manchester’s Spinningfields, the elite area full of businesses, retailers and residential folk. I’ve worked with them in the past as it is seen as one of the places to, well, be seen, which has been great to attract consumers towards a variety of brands that I work alongside. AContinue reading “Australasia Late Lounge Review”

Cuckoo Review

The suburbs of a city can throw up some fantastic gems when it comes to the bar scene. Here in Manchester, we are fortunate to have the likes of Hale, Didsbury, Chorlton and Worsley amongst others, surrounding the city centre, and all within easy reach. Living in the south, i’ve frequented the likes of ChorltonContinue reading “Cuckoo Review”

Introducing Neukölln In Manchester

BERLIN’S LIVING ROOM BARS COME TO MANCHESTER Launching this Thursday 14th November, Neukölln is a new pop-up bar to be found within the walls of the new Caffeine and Co shop in Manchester’s Spinningfields (also a pop-up, so you have a pop-up in a pop-up.) It will take over the site from 6pm – 11pm,Continue reading “Introducing Neukölln In Manchester”

The Kowloon Correspondents Club with Belvedere Vodka and The Liquorists Review

The Manchester scene has yet again been given something to look forward to. Favourites The Liquorists, aka Tom Sneesby and Jody Monteith, have taken advantage of an opportunity that came their way to showcase to you all a journey. Vodka giants Belvedere have joined forces with the duo and taken over a plot within theContinue reading “The Kowloon Correspondents Club with Belvedere Vodka and The Liquorists Review”

Artisan Review

There always seems to be something new popping up in the Manchester restaurant scene. New concepts, new ideas, re-vamping tired menus or giving a new lease of life into forgotten venues. These are what seem to define many a city’s food culture. To be fair, nothing against that. It’s what keeps us on our toesContinue reading “Artisan Review”

Whisky and Oyster Pop-Up Bar Launches in London For Start of Native Oyster Season

The Scotch Malt Whisky Society and The Mother Shuckers open The Pearl Dram Whisky & Oyster Bar WHAT:          The Scotch Malt Whisky Society has joined forces with oyster mixologists, The Mother Shuckers, to open a pop-up bar offering paired combinations of whiskies and oysters. The Pearl Dram Saloon will debunk the myth of pairing brown spirits withContinue reading “Whisky and Oyster Pop-Up Bar Launches in London For Start of Native Oyster Season”

Australasia Review

If you’ve ever ventured into the Spinningfield’s area of Manchester you’ll notice many a bar and restaurant serving businessmen, ladies who lunch or myself propping the bar up as I dive through the drinks menu. One such time happened last week, at a rather well-known yet unknown venue named Australasia. I say unknown due toContinue reading “Australasia Review”

Annies Review

Who likes a hidden gem? A place where you can escape the hustle and bustle of Manchester? Somewhere where you can relax with a menu that’s eye-catching in a chair that you’ll want to take home with you. Sound good? Welcome to Annies. The new venture by the couple of Chris Farr of Smith’s of Eccles fameContinue reading “Annies Review”

Neighbourhood Review

As with any big city, there’s aways something new and exciting to check out. Round every corner there’s scaffolding popping up, huge signs with the words ‘coming soon!’ and a buzz on social media of the venue working its magic. With no exception would be Neighbourhood. An American styled bar and restaurant located on AvenueContinue reading “Neighbourhood Review”