Kala Bistro

Ian Jones, Food and Drink Editor

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Kala Bistro

55 King St, Manchester, M2 4LQ
08001601811
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Kala Bistro
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Kala is the latest restaurant from acclaimed chef-restaurateur Gary Usher, who also owns Sticky Walnut and Hispi. It’s a welcome addition to the ever-growing and improving King Street food scene.

Here are some images from the launch event:

Kala Bistro
Barbecued monkfish, red cabbage, mango and macadamia
Kala Bistro
Braised featherblade, watercress, pickled walnut, truffle and parmesan chips

Kala Bistro

Roasted octopus, sunflower seed puree, salsa macha, lime

Kala Bistro
Banoffee choux bun, whipped cream
Kala Bistro
Parkin, stem ginger ice cream, butterscotch

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