This year’s Sound City+ Conference will take place in Liverpool on Friday 2nd May with a packed schedule of future-facing discussions, workshops, masterclasses and networking opportunities confirming Sound City’s place at the heart of the music business, championing and supporting new creative and industry talent. The latest edition of the conference will see music industry…
Month: February 2025
Play, refuel, repeat! Courts Club Manchester opens courts and launches new health-conscious menu
Courts Club, Manchester’s go-to hangout spot for sports, food and drinks, has launched a new health-conscious menu to coincide with its tennis and basketball courts officially opening for the 2025 season. Active friends, families and couples in Manchester can take advantage of Courts Club’s full-sized tennis and basketball courts for just £5 each for a…
NEW, MEDITERRANEAN-INSPIRED RESTAURANT MÉLANGE NOW OPEN IN BURY
An exciting new addition to Bury’s dining scene, Mélange invites guests to enjoy a carefully curated menu that blends Mediterranean inspiration with subtle British influences. Offering bold yet comforting flavours, Mélange is set to become a local favourite for those seeking a fresh and elevated dining experience. Inspired by the French word for ‘a varied…
Introducing renae: A New Creative Hub for Manchester’s Northern Quarter
This spring, Manchester’s vibrant Northern Quarter will welcome renae, a multi-concept venue set to redefine community spaces on Thomas Street. Born from the shared vision of two long-time friends who first met on a dance floor in 2010, renae is a love letter to the city’s thriving creative, cultural, and musical scenes. It’s a place…
Victors Restaurants announces cocktails for a good cause to celebrate International Women’s Day
Asian-inspired restaurant and bar, Victors has announced a very special initiative for International Women’s Day donating £1 from every pink or red cocktail purchased to Women’s Aid, a charity dedicated to ensuring women’s safety from domestic violence. As part of Victors commitment to supporting women, £1 will be donated from every Raspberry Beret, Watermelon Caipiroska,…
Maturo Restaurant Group announce launch of NYX in former Georges site
Maturo Restaurant Group has announced a takeover of the former George’s site located in Worsley with their new Mediterranean concept, NYX. The venue, which has been completely refurbished, will feature an elegant but inviting decor with a ‘simple but special’ menu paying homage to the Mediterranean with its design. The menu has been expertly curated…
Sexy Fish Manchester announces International Women’s Day Networking Lunch in partnership with Boodles
Sexy Fish Manchester has announced its annual networking lunch in honour of International Women’s Day in association with luxury fine jewellery brand, Boodles. Set to take over the restaurant on 5th March from 12:30pm, guests will be treated to an informal networking lunch and Champagne reception alongside an insightful panel event led by journalist, Rebecca…
TRAFFORD CENTRE OFFICIALLY UNVEILS NEW DINING DEVELOPMENT, SHOWCASING HOMEGROWN RESTAURANTS
Trafford Centre has officially unveiled its new dining development, dedicated solely to homegrown restaurants, in a first for the centre. The newly refurbished ‘Eastern Garden’ area, in the Upper Orient, showcases independent brands from across Greater Manchester, including Nichi, Chit ‘n’ Chaat, Hello Oriental restaurant and bakery, and Blanchflower Coffee and Bakery. Diners can expect…
GAUCHO UNVEILS EXCLUSIVE PATRON DINNER SERIES FEATURING THE TRIUMPHANT RETURN OF PATRÓN XO CAFE AFTER A THREE-YEAR HIATUS
This February and March, Gaucho invites guests to indulge in an extraordinary dining experience with the launch of its spirit-focussed dinner series Pour Decisions. The brand is kicking off by focussing on tequila, celebrating the legendary Patrón brand and pairing the luxury liquid with bold Argentinian flavours. Priced at £80 per person, each evening features meticulously crafted dishes expertly paired with signature…
Y Not Festival reveals latest stellar acts for 2025 bill
Twenty years since its debut, Y Not Festival unveils its latest major acts for 2025, with special guests The Futureheads joining the line-up alongside The Slow Readers Club and The Subways. They join previously announced headliners The Prodigy, Courteeners and Madness, as well as Thursday headliner The Wombats, across the weekend of 31 July to…
Sexy Fish Manchester launches ‘The Perfect Catch’ weekend celebration this Valentine’s Day
The arrival of Valentine’s sees a week-long celebration of activities at Sexy Fish – Manchester’s destination for Japanese-inspired food, live music and an electric atmosphere. This year, Sexy Fish celebrates the joys of love, friendship and good times with The Perfect Catch – a week’s worth of activity to share with the ones you hold…