In Japanese, Yane – or rather, 屋根 – means roof, as in the roof of the owner’s home. It fits. There’s a family-style feel here, where the welcome is warm and friendly and the food is unfussy but meticulous, all at the same time.

Nibble turns 8 this week, and to celebrate they’re giving away 100 free slices of birthday cake outside the café from 9:30am on Friday 11th July. If you’re lucky you’ll even find a surprise voucher, giving you the chance to win a free brunch, brownie box or coffee and cake.

It’s early days, but Bruco has the makings of an Italian-led Erst. The dishes are ideas-led without feeling gimmicky, and from start to finish, everything feels effortless.

The pastoral surroundings of the Spa at Manor House are beautiful and peaceful, full of wildlife and ripe for rejuvenating even the most jaded spirit.

A meal at Korean BBQ restaurant Ban Di Bul is all about cranking up the well-worn hob and flinging meat, seafood and vegetables at it, then gobbling before they lose a single Kelvin of heat.

Sampa has released reservations for the months of September, October, November and December – plus tickets for their NYE party. Act quick. It’s a small chef’s table restaurant, and seats will fill up quickly.

MIF25: Festival Square is back for Manchester International Festival 2025, taking over the outside space at Aviva Studios. As you’ve come to expect from the peerless MIF crew, it’s all about live music, culture and the time-honoured urge to party.

Picante has launched Late Night Más. Every Saturday from 8pm until late, upstairs transforms into a late-night tequila den with dimmed lights, house and Latin beats, and an intimate dance floor. Of course, all of Picante’s signature Margaritas, classic cocktails, beers, spirits, and bar snacks are also available. Celebrate with the Picante team as this great space enters the second half of its season.

Samsi doesn’t get bogged down with viral trends or keeping up with the Takahashis. This quietly impressive restaurant has been doing its own thing since 1993, and doing it damn well.

One of Europe’s fastest-growing car brands has chosen St Ann’s Square in Manchester as its latest home. The CUPRA City Garage is now open, but don’t expect a traditional showroom.

Stables Tavern is a place that serves up genuine warmth and heart. And, most importantly, a really good Guinness.

Manchester’s most joyous summer celebration is back. From Friday 22 to Sunday 24 August 2025, Festa Italiana returns to Cathedral Gardens for its eighth edition.