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Liverpool's hidden history that will change how you see the city
"Mayur Patel’s family has been cooking some of Britain’s best meat-free Gujarati food for several decades at Prashad restaurant in West Yorkshire. The Bundobust co-owner continues that work in this basement canteen on Piccadilly, where next-level chaat, chole saag, tarka dal, vada pav (the Indian veggie burger) and Bundo’s own bhaji butty are served in street food-style pots alongside A1 craft beers. Bundobust’s taps now feature hazy pale Peela and chai porter Chaitro – the first releases from its new brewery on Oxford Road, which should open to the public in late August."
"This laid-back Piccadilly street food favourite has canteen and booth-style seating, and bespoke artwork nodding to Manchester’s industrial heritage. The informal menu is entirely vegetarian: think spiced okra fries, or bundo chaat, a delightful mixture of crunchy samosa pastry, chickpeas, tamarind chutney and turmeric noodles. An excellent beer list showcases local breweries."
"The home of Indian veggie burgers, paneer tikka and egg burjhis, Bundobust is all about good food. But drinks don't go unnoticed either, with a cracking selection of craft beer for all palates. We're talking cask ales, chai cider and rotational keg lines pouring different kinds of brews."
"The Ivy's terrace made headlines for all the wrong reasons when a fire broke out there just a few months after it opened. It hasn't happened again since though, so you're all good. This bougie London brand is still going strong, despite the pandemic, and its views of the ever-changing skyline are worth a visit even if you can take or leave the food (see Gordo on scathing form when he reviewed The Ivy when it first opened in Manchester)"
"Not satisfied being one of the most gorgeous restaurants in Manchester, The Ivy Spinningfields is offering up Insta-ready puds to match the surroundings. A long-standing feature on their dessert menu, the Chocolate Bombe is a thing of beauty. A hard chocolate shell is turned molten by a hot caramel sauce to reveal a delectable vanilla ice cream and honeycomb core within."
"From the ground floor brasserie serving all kinds of classic British dishes to the swanky Asian-inspired restaurant upstairs, the Ivy is the place to be. Not only are the interiors highly Instagrammable, but the food and drink selection is just as impressive."
"What to expect: A vegetarian fast food restaurant in Liverpool – veggie burgers, halloumi, lasagne and more. Now a firm favourite in Liverpool, head to Down the Hatch for big, daring veggie junk food that is sure to cure your hangover!. Far from the days of bland vegetarian options, Down the Hatch serves everything from self proclaimed ‘bun junk’ to dishes that fall under the category ‘home cooked (like ya ma does)’."
"Down the Hatch is one of the best vegan restaurants in Liverpool to visit if you’re craving some junk food. Here, you’ll find junk food favourites such as burgers, hot dogs and loaded fries – all made with vegan ingredients. Our personal recommendation is the BBQ pulled jackfruit topped seitan burger."
"Located on Duke Street, Down The Hatch is dedicated to having you stuff your faces with top-notch nosh. From brunch to weekend dishes and all-day dining, it's all plant-based junk food from seitan and soy mince to vegan bratwurst and jackfruit nuggets."
"The Quarter is a renowned haunt for vegetarian pizza & pasta lovers. The Italian cafe on Faulkner Street inspired by the milk bars of Australia has an eclectic global menu with Spanish pizza below, one of its most colourful and tastiest treats. As co-owner Colin Manning put it: “Manchego cheese, roast peppers, rosemary potatoes & aioli is one of my favourite combinations on a pizza and it’s a vegetarian favourite too!"
"The Falkner Street favourite is an Italian-inspired restaurant which offers sharing boards, pasta, pizza, decadent desserts plus a deli. In a recent post on Instagram, The Quarter confirmed its plans to reopen and said: "Yes, it’s true! The terrace is opening!. "We’re now open for bookings from April 12th for al fresco dining on the Toxteth Riviera"
"The Quarter was a trailblazer for scouse cafe culture and whether you’re getting together for brunch, lunch, or one of their famous pizzas, the pretty pavement tables are now even more sought after since the addition of some toasty heaters. Address: 7 Falkner St, Liverpool L8 7PU"
"Home to industrial interiors, foamy brews and meaty dishes, The Crafty Pig is coming up trumps in the foodie department. Make your way through their roster of impressive craft beers."
"Yesterday we went to this superb restaurant which friends recommended to us. We enjoyed a lovely experience there with superb meal and a well-trained team and a professional chief cook. We put this restaurant in our list and we shall certainly come back soon."
"If you're looking for the best pint in the city, the aficionados at the Campaign for Real Ale (Camra) reckon you'll get it at this boozer in a Grade II–listed Jacobean banqueting hall; its seven taps offer a..."
"Meat and veggies are all sourced locally from the Cheshire region, and because it’s all seasonal and cooked according to what’s locally available, the menu changes every few days."
"Trof Northern Quarter, 8 Thomas St, Manchester, Greater Manchester, M4 1EU - Visit now. One of the original Northern Quarter bars and diners, Trof has remained popular over the years for good reason. No matter the time of day, you’ll find a reliably friendly atmosphere, along with high-quality food served til late, covering everything from snacks to hefty feasts."
"With fresh and locally sourced ingredients, Trof is an affordable Northern Quarter restaurant serving quality food at reasonable prices. Think, hearty roast dinners, wholesome brunches and plenty more pub classics, with no dish ever exceeding the £20 mark."
"One of the coolest restaurants in Manchester, Trof is a staple in the Northern Quarter for its easy-going vibes, delicious grub and purse-friendly prices. Swing by to mix with a buzzing crowd while grazing on daily specials served fresh from the kitchen."
"Alex’s Bakery is your Manchester cake shop destination for custom cakes, cupcakes, brownies, blondies, and even some English and Brazilian delicacies for afternoon tea. There are always fresh made cupcakes at Alex’s, and cakes can be custom made to suit whatever occasion you are celebrating. Alex’s Bakery is owned by Alexandra, who hails from Brazil but now calls Manchester home."
"Cake That Manchester makes it easy for you to get special cakes without breaking the bank. They give their clients a wide array of design options to choose from. They do their best to work their customers to ensure that the decoration is up to their needs."
"The Roman Gardens are close to the River Dee and are a collection of Roman period remains collected and assembled here from around the city. Chester’s City Wall runs down one side of the gardens. Visitors can enjoy various Roman pillars, capitals and columns, a reconstructed hypocaust (under floor heating system) from the legionary baths and a modern mosaic."
"Located next to the Roman amphitheatre and Newgate, Chester Roman Gardens isn’t a regular garden because it’s packed with beautiful architectural fragments. The first thing you will see as you enter the garden is a mosaic. This is a reproduction of the Ostia style mosaic unearthed in Chester city centre which was laid within the Roman Bath House."
"Inspiring the 1967 Beatles’ song Strawberry Fields Forever, Strawberry Field in the Liverpool suburb of Woolton functioned as a Salvation Army children’s home from 1936 to 2005. As a boy, Lennon would sneak in to play, and enjoyed watching the band at the annual garden party. These experiences would go on to inform his later songwriting."
"Located inside the YHA building in the Cavern Quarter, Strawberry Fields has an all-day menu but has sadly been closed and I haven’t been able to go yet. They offer a cuppa and cake for £3.95 so we’re looking forward to them re-opening."
"Zizzi restaurants are passionate about simple Italian cookery. Whether it's pizza or pasta, salads or risotto, or carne and pesce (meat and fish), each dish is prepared with fresh, seasonal ingredients - from the popular classics to Zizzi's own…"
"Gourmet Kitchen is a restaurant and takeaway serving up dreamie Vegan burgers and desserts to die for, Gourmet Kitchen is based on Lark Lane, order using their app. Simply download our App from the App Store."