I Am Pho No-frills Vietnamese offering hearty classics, including tasty Bánh mì baguettes and generous pho servings. Restaurants Chinatown
Ramona Pizza as Detroit intended, with amazing cocktails, wines and beers, and a packed programme of band and DJ bookings. Bars & Pubs Ancoats View profile
All The Shapes Two-floor bar meets arts space, with a dog-friendly garden. Craft, culture, and community combined. Bars & Pubs Prestwich
Village Greens Community-owned organic co-op offering sustainably sourced produce, artisan deli items, and eco-friendly refills. Shops Prestwich
A Tavola The second coming of a Sicilian institution brings authentic flavours of southern Europe to the Peak District. Restaurants New Mills View profile
Jerk Junction Altrincham Altrincham street food joint serving up real authentic Caribbean food made fresh and full of flavour Restaurants
Dragon Oriental Authentic Hong Kong cuisine meets western influences - the go-to spot for vast menu options and crowd-pleasing cha chaan teng classics. Restaurants Chinatown
Deadstock General Store Homewares that are anything but off the shelf, guaranteed to make your castle stand out. Shops City Centre View profile
KershKicks A footgear emporium specialising in rare, limited edition and deadstock trainers. Shops City Centre View profile
Beaumont Organic Responsible, ethical, and sustainable cotton, linen, and recycled denim women’s wear, in a store to die for. Shops City Centre
Queer Lit Award-winning lesbian, gay, bi, trans and queer bookshop that defines gorgeous on the inside. Shops City Centre
Edinburgh Castle Gloriously restored 19th Century public house with celebrated bar food and a la carte restaurant. Bars & Pubs Ancoats View profile
Fierce Bar Award-winning satellite bar of esteemed Scottish craft brewery hosting drinkers, dogs, comedy nights and art exhibitions. Bars & Pubs City Centre View profile
The Fitzgerald Discreet, delightfully dark, and decadent, this first floor speakeasy owes plenty to Gatsby and the Jazz Age. Bars & Pubs City Centre View profile
Movement Bar Muso-friendly watering hole led by three Manchester luminaries with a packed events calendar. Bars & Pubs Northern Quarter View profile