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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 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"
"Another Albert Dock favourite Gusto has confirmed its plans to reopen next month. In a post on Instagram, the restaurant, which specialises in fresh food made from scratch, said: "All being well, it’s officially one month until we open our outdoor dining areas in Liverpool & Cheadle Hulme. We can't tell you how excited we are to serve you your Gusto favourites once again. "Have you booked your table yet?"
"This restaurant and bar is a distinguished part of the Royal Albert Dock and guarantees an authentic Italian experience. With the motto “Con Amici” (which means eating with friends) and a wide variety of food and drink choices, this restaurant can quickly become your friends and family’s food home. Gusto is currently open, with limited spacing, hours and maintaining social distancing guidelines."
"Gusto has become something of a household name in Liverpool. With a range of Italian dishes, spanning across the entire peninsula and featuring the freshest Mediterranean ingredients, it's honest, welcoming and sure to please every diet."
"We can’t really make a list of the best pubs in Liverpool without featuring one of the most famous clubs in the world, can we?. In 1957 the Cavern Club opened its doors on Mathew Street, and it didn’t take long until rock ‘n’ roll took over!. From the Beatles to Oasis to Stevie Wonder, musical legends have won crowds over at this funky little venue."
"Another must-visit for any Beatles fanatic is The Cavern Club on Mathew Street. Though the Club isn’t the original Cavern, it’s still an incredibly popular tourist attraction and is home to a wealth of memorabilia. Bands also play here on a daily basis."
"Venue has been able to open in some capacity at various stages since the pandemic began, filling the dancefloor with tables and turning itself into a 'nightpub'. The popular club on Jackson's Row was planning a grand return on 'Freedom Day' but, due to staff self-isolating, will now remain closed until Thursday July 22. Their first event back will be a requests night, where punters pick the music, followed by the Friday indie night Live Forever."
"The Venue is an extremely popular place to head in Manchester if you want a club that’s perfect for any type of group. Throughout the week this club has three events dedicated to a variety of different music genres so keep an eye out on what’s on when you’re there. Overall this nightclub is known for being extremely chilled out with a laid back atmosphere."
"Tickets on Skiddle #SilentDisco #Manchester #90s #00s #Pop #Dance #RnB #Headphones #Pioneer #Mmu #Uos #Uom #Bimm. A post shared by Venue Manchester (@venuemanchester) on Jan 21, 2020 at 10:48am PST. The Venue Nightclub is an indie nightclub that offers a free, relaxed and easy-going atmosphere to all their customers."
"A post shared by Casey Scott (@caseys_) on Mar 18, 2017 at 6:20am PDT. Let’s be honest, you were going to make the trip to the iconic Mathew Street anyway; so why not hit up the best in the biz when it comes to laughs?. This legendary Rubber Soul Bar in the heart of the original birth street of The Beatles hosts comedy on the first Thursday of every month – with both local talent as well as UK comedians."
"The Great Hall | The Trafford Centre, Stretford M17 8AA, EnglandReservations, Seating, Waitstaff, Parking Available, Highchairs Available, Wheelchair Accessible, Serves Alcohol, Full Bar, Free WifiMexican, Brazilian, Latin, South American, Central American, Vegetarian Friendly, Vegan Options, Gluten Free OptionsLunch, Dinner, Brunch, Late NightHK$55 - HK$173+44 161 747 6119"
"0.6 miles away from Z Arts Stretford Road Manchester M15 5ZA in Manchester. 84B Deansgate, Manchester, M3 2ER. Walk through the doors of Las Iguanas and find yourself transported to Latin America, full of rich, vibrant colours, quirky features and custom-made wooden mosaic tables made especially"
"You’ll have to recreate the superb customer service and great atmosphere in your own home, but Black Lodge Brewery can still provide the fantastic selection of real ales for all tastes. This treasured microbrewery based in the Baltic Triangle, are delivering cans and mini-kegs, with a limited number of free delivery services available. Find out more atblacklodgebrewing.co.uk/store."
"Blacklodge Brewery are offering a delivery and lock and collect service so you can have their beers on ice ready for the weekend. Have a look at their social media and website for more information on getting a local delivery for their finest beers. View this post on Instagram"
"This Piccadilly Gardens restaurant serves up delicious bowls of steaming hot ramen, and for students, it's absolute steal. Students can choose from the signature Shoryu Ganso or White Natural ramen (both normally £11.90) for just £7 every Tuesday when showing a valid student card. Keep an eye on their website too, as the restaurant offers a changing selection of deals each month: shoryuramen.com/deals ."
"Chow down on fluffy buns, crispy tempura, sashimi, yakitori and plenty more at Shoryu. With deals that range from NHS and student discounts to two for one buns on a Monday and takoyaki for just £4.95 on Tuesdays, it's one of our favourite affordable restaurants in Manchester."
"Opened over 40 years ago by local teacher Anne Lev on Smithdown Road, Dafna’s Cheese Cake Factory has become a local institution which specialises in original recipe, unbelievably good cakes – and most famously the cheesecake which is now available in ten flavours including the latest addition Oreo cookie. New cake and dessert recipes are always coming from this super cute kitchen which is available to take special occasion orders, along with offering sensational seasonal bakes you can pick up and convenient wheat-free, Vegan and dairy-free alternatives. Discover Dafna’s Cheesecake Factory here"
"There’s nothing quite like the perfectly baked cheesecake and at Dafna’s you can take your pick from ten exclusive flavours. The speciality cheesecake is just the tip of the iceberg as Daphna’s has taken it upon themselves to create an extensive list of cakes for every dietary requirement. In their mind, everybody should be able to experience the joy of cake and at Daphna’s everyone can."