Wholesome Ethiopian and Eritrean food courtesy of this fast-growing street food vendor.

Mighty food hall in Salford Quays, with around twenty street food vendors, serving a huge range of cuisines.

If you’re looking for quality coffee and a decadent brunch in a setting that nails the Northern Quarter brief, you’d struggle to do better than ASAP Coffee.

This beautifully restored former Independent Methodist Chapel in the heart of Oldham is as much a creative hub as a heritage landmark.

Family-run Vietnamese restaurant in Chinatown. Prepare to queue for Pho Cue.

Upmarket family-run restaurant with an impressive Middle Eastern menu, plus an on-site barber.

Chinese inspired British food in the centre of Manchester, backed up by plenty of well-deserved local hype.

Morning Glory positions itself as a grab-and-go spot, with just 12 seats inside serving coffee, bagels and sweet treats.

The newest addition to Manchester’s First Street, House of Social is more than mere student accommodation.

High-quality Japanese cuisine with unique hand-drawn decor.

Old school pub in the heart of Chorlton.

Black Redstart Gallery is located in the Northern Quarter and runs a busy programme of exhibitions from emerging and established artists.