Food & drink – Articles about Manchester

On Thursday, 30 October, Manchester's getting its very first Margarita Margherita Crawl, a day-long pizza and tequila-fuelled adventure hosted by Jose Cuervo. The event pairs three of the city's best pizza joints with free slices, free margaritas, and a mobile DJ booth that's quite literally a campe...

Chicken wing fans from across the North will converge at Victoria Baths in Manchester in September. Ten of the finest wing slingers from the UK will slinging wings in the hopes of ruling the roost at Manchester Wing Fest 2025. It's estimated around 100,000 chicken wings will be devoured by hungry pu...

Manchester Rum Week is launching for the first time ever, bringing a week-long celebration of rum and cocktails to bars across the city and beyond from 21–27 July 2025. Venues like The Alchemist, Cloud 23, Blinker, and many more will offer exclusive serves and limited-edition drinks.  Cosmic Co...

Festa Italiana, the UK's largest celebration of Italian culture, returns to Manchester's Cathedral Gardens from 22–24 August 2025, transforming the space into a lively Italian piazza. Now in its eighth year, the festival promises its biggest and boldest edition yet, featuring celebrity chefs, exclus...

The North West's favourite food and drink festival is celebrating its 20th anniversary with a special appearance by Michelin-starred celebrity chef Marco Pierre White. Marco Pierre WhiteTaking place over the August Bank Holiday weekend, the Bolton Food and Drink Festival brings dozens of food trader...

The cult-favourite coffee spot known for that iced matcha, Blank Street, is upping the ante this May with a pop-up Tattoo Studio and Matcha Bar landing in both Manchester, at Aviva Studios, and London, from 9 May to Saturday 10 May from 11am to 7pm.  The one-off is in collaboration with celeb f...

Grub MCR is set to host its annual Taco Fest over the early May bank holiday, celebrating the beloved Mexican dish with a diverse line-up of street food vendors. The event will run from 12 noon to 8 pm on Sunday 4 May and from 12 noon to 6 pm on Monday 5 May. Attendees can look forward to unique tac...

A recent addition to Manchester's social scene – it only opened a month or so ago – The Trading Route is starting 2025 with quite the power move. Who's going to say no to free beer and a hot chicken sandwich, after all? If you're up for it, you can click over to their website, fill out the form to g...

Commuters celebrated when Victoria Tap launched in Manchester last year, bringing the popular Piccadilly Tap to Victoria Station, making delays that little bit more bearable. Now, the team has quietly debuted a third venue: the Oxford Road Tap, catering to travellers at the UK's worst train station,...

Notoriously cheeky Scottish drinks brand Irn-Bru is launching its own Christmas truck this year, and here's where you can catch it. You could get your hands on one of these, ya fannyFamed for their irreverent ads campaigns as much as for the unique flavour of their flagship soft drink, Irn-Bru have...

From 13 to 15 December, Blank Street is bringing festive cheer to Market Street with a one-of-a-kind Gifting Grotto pop-up. They're inviting locals to step back in time with a nostalgic Christmas gifting experience that marks the brand's first-ever holiday experience. The pop-up is an ode to the fee...

Located between Castlefield, Spinningfields, and Deansgate, St. John's is quickly gaining attention with its eclectic mix of local hotspots. Now, there's one more addition to the list—Trading Route. The new venture is a collaboration between beloved Manchester gems Trof, Manchester Union Brewery, an...

The folks over at Manchester's popular hangout Grub have announced the return of their much-loved Winter Beer Festival in January. This year's event promises a fantastic selection of winter brews, featuring brewery bars and over 30 guest taps. Attendees can look forward to a variety of street food,...

Taking place at the B.E.C Arena, Manchester Coffee Festival is the biggest celebration of coffee culture in the North. Visitors will be able to sample some of the finest coffee products in the UK and Europe. The two-day festival will feature more than 50 local, national, and global exhibitors offeri...

Wing Fest is landing in Manchester this month, celebrating its tenth anniversary. The festival, which honours all things chicken wings and is the largest of its kind in the world, will take place at the new Victoria Baths from Friday, September 20, to Sunday, September 22. The festival will celebrat...

On a September Saturday, the city will host the inaugural Copita Mezcal and Tequila Festival, with visitors able to sample more than 100 different Mexican spirits. Taking place on the grounds of the Manchester Cathedral, the Copita Mezcal and Tequila Festival offers Mancunians the chance to sample a...

Peanut butter connoisseurs Proper Nutty are bringing their Peanut Butty pop-up to the Northern Quarter for one day only, just in time for Freshers Week. The Peanut Butty Shop will take over Black Milk on Oldham Street on Wednesday, 4 September. Black Milk is known for its sweet treats, such as milks...

Manchester is a burgeoning culinary haven, but getting through all it has to offer can be quite the challenge. Thankfully, there's an array of unique and unforgettable tasting events for food and drink enthusiasts alike, helping out anyone whose belly is getting dangerously stuffed. From sophisticat...

Taking place in the Greater Manchester town of Bolton, the Bolton Food & Drink Festival is a massive undertaking, attracting upwards of half a million hungry, thirsty punters across the weekend, as well as some of the biggest culinary names in the country. During this year's four-day event, Bolt...

The intricacies of wine are complex and fascinating, with tastings being a popular activity for anyone who wants to learn and explore wine more deeply. Whether you're already a seasoned wine connoisseur or you're discovering wine for the first time, you can find a tasting experience in Manchester th...

Cooking classes can be a fun activity whether you're already a whizz in the kitchen or boiling an egg is beyond you. From nailing the basics to going in-depth with your favourite cuisine, there are plenty of venues in Manchester where you can try out cooking lessons. It's like an enhanced version of...

Joining the incredible line up of summer events in the city, Manchester Rum Festival is bringing its special brand of celebration to New Century on World Rum Day, 13th July, with its biggest ever line up of rums. Around 50 incredible brands from every corner of the world will be showing off their be...

If you're already thinking ahead to the August bank holiday and wondering what you can get up to over the long weekend, we've got some great news - the biggest Italian food festival in the UK is returning to Manchester for its seventh year. Festa Italiana is taking place on 23rd-25th August. The eve...

If you're eating out with a group or you just like having a wide range of options, heading to a street food market or food court in Manchester is a great solution. Greater Manchester is home to loads of different food markets offering cuisines from around the world. We'll take you through some of th...

Craving a juicy, succulent burger patty, tucked into a soft brioche bun, stacked with all sorts of toppings, and slathered in special sauces? Crave no longer, as our guide to the best burgers in Manchester is here. From hidden gems tucked away in quaint neighbourhoods to bustling, neon-lit diners, M...

If you feel like there's too much time before lunch and dinner, don't you worry – afternoon tea is the perfect solution. Stave off hunger and indulge yourself at the same time with this delicious tradition, whether you prefer a classic option or something modern and creative. Lots of venues in the c...

Sunday lunch is a highlight of the culinary week for many, holding a special place in the hearts of those who cherish this quintessentially British tradition of the Sunday roast. From cosy heritage pubs to sleek, contemporary eateries, Manchester offers an array of destinations where the Sunday roas...