Phanthong Thai
Authentic Thai cuisine
Random places to try
Quarter House Beer & BBQ
Frog
Art-led florists studio bringing moments of wonder to the Northern Quarter and creating joy in the everyday
Pollen Bakery Kampus
Beloved bakery responsible for some of Manchester’s most renowned breads, pastries, cakes and brunch dishes
Rajdoot Tandoori
Basement restaurant serving North Indian cuisine with a Nepalese touch for over 50 years.
Joule
Craft beer spot with a global mead collection, championing local to legendary brews in a unique taproom setting.
Hispi
Award-winning restaurant serving humble bistro food in a relaxed setting located in the heart of Didsbury
Don Tacos Bolton
Central American street food institution, which has since expanded to central Manchester
Independent shopping
Deadstock General Store
Homewares that are anything but off the shelf, guaranteed to make your castle stand out.
KershKicks
A footgear emporium specialising in rare, limited edition and deadstock trainers.
Beaumont Organic
Responsible, ethical, and sustainable cotton, linen, and recycled denim women’s wear, in a store to die for.
Queer Lit
Award-winning lesbian, gay, bi, trans and queer bookshop that defines gorgeous on the inside.
Grab a drink after work
Edinburgh Castle
Gloriously restored 19th Century public house with celebrated bar food and a la carte restaurant.
Fierce Bar
Award-winning satellite bar of esteemed Scottish craft brewery hosting drinkers, dogs, comedy nights and art exhibitions.
The Fitzgerald
Discreet, delightfully dark, and decadent, this first floor speakeasy owes plenty to Gatsby and the Jazz Age.
Movement Bar
Muso-friendly watering hole led by three Manchester luminaries with a packed events calendar.