Everyone in South Manchester knows about Folk. It’s been around for years, under various guises, but it appears to have reached its final form: a bright, breezy, late-night cafe, staffed by a bunch of upbeat twentysomethings.

Whether you’re looking for a place to visit with friends or a new location for date night, cocktail bar The wishing Well is a relatively new addition to Didsbury Village, and it does what it does extremely well.

This impossibly white building is an iconic feature in Didsbury, with a grand interior and menu to match. A top spot for a lunch of refined light bites.

This cornucopia of excellent cheeses is a must visit treat for any foodie. Everything on the shelves is hand picked by people who are incredibly passionate about what they do.

A top destination in South Manchester for a wide range of sustainable, plastic-free and zero waste products, Lentils and Lather makes it easy to shop in an environmentally friendly way.

Helmed by Guardian-lauded chef Alex Shaw, Volta completely raises the bar; no mean feat for a place on West Didsbury’s eats-heavy Burton Road.

Based on Burton Road in West Didsbury, A Taste Of Honey is a local deli, community hub, arts space and all-round friendly face.

Moth is an interior and lifestyle concept store founded in 2006 by stylist, designer & owner Hazel. It sits on Burton Road and acts as a palate cleanser between the vivacious colours of G.T. Blagg’s plants and Proove pizzeria’s enticing aromas.

A treasure trove of table top fun, Goodtime Games’ shelves are piled high with hours and hours of turn-based amusement, while serving an entirely vegetarian (and vegan) menu of treats which make the perfect accompaniment to a rainy afternoon’s entertainment.

Rudy’s is a delightful light, airy and spacious restaurant most loved for its authentic Neapolitan pizza. As ever, the specials board has tantalising offerings alongside the standard menu of well-executed favourites plus a few exciting wildcard options, complete with a respectable wine list and excellent service.

Simon Rimmer’s Greens has been waving the V flag for nearly 30 years and is certainly one of the best regarded veggie restaurants in Manchester.

Your friendly local in Didsbury, full of style and character serving quality food and drink. Pop by for a drink, something to eat or just a chinwag with the lovely staff.