Summer gives us a whole refreshed and revitalised state of mind. When the sun is shining, you feel carefree and ready for anything. If you’re keen to try the new and unusual, you’re in the right spot. We've teamed up with Hendrick's Gin to bring you this round-up of events in Manchester that will feed your curiosity. From live music and food festivals to innovative menus and curious cocktails, there’s a whole load of ace experiences to try this season.
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The Curious Cabaret is a bespoke new cocktail based on the all-new Hendrick’s Grand Cabaret Gin. Head to All Bar One for a whimsical-sounding concoction that combines refreshing gin with Aperol, lemon puree and Orgeat syrup for a truly delicious experience.
Channel the Hendrick’s Gin-style of curiosity by exploring Manchester on a food-led walking tour. This multi-stop trek around the city will reveal hidden food and drink stories of Manny, from the ice cream vendors of Ancoats Little Italy and the diet of the Victorian mill worker to the birth of vegetarianism. And to keep things interesting, they only tell you where to meet – none of the stops along the way – how exciting!
Every Weds-Sun
Learn about the four 'F's of Foraging (Fungi, Fruit, Flowers and Foliage) on this interactive walkabout in Chorlton. Reconnect with nature and enjoy getting hands-on in the natural world, rethink your impact on the environment and have a go at sourcing your food somewhere other than your local supermarket. Plus, you’ll get to try new and unique flavours while spending time with like-minded people.
Jul 13
This August, Manchester's Cathedral Gardens plays host to a celebration of Italian food in the city. The free, weekend-long event promises all kinds of tasty treats to spark your curiosity, from arancini to fresh pasta and cannolis. Be inspired to try new recipes, meet independent makers and try new flavour combinations while celebrating the best of Italian culture – with live music to soundtrack your festivities.
Aug 25-27
You don’t have to be an amateur chef to enjoy this food fest. Back for another year, the Bolton Food and Drink Festival features celeb appearances, chef demos and creative showcases. James Martin will be taking to the stage for a fascinating workshop, while ‘Sheer Luck Holmes’ offers an immersive murder mystery three-course dinner, and the legendary TV show ‘Fawlty Towers’ gets an immersive dining treatment too. It’s sure to be a fun one!
Aug 23-26
Mix, knead, cut, repeat. This masterclass is a must for people who are looking to get a little extra creative in the kitchen. Learn the art of making proper pasta at this fun masterclass, hosted by The Pasta Factory at Noi Quattro, where you’ll create different shapes of pasta and find the best match with the classic Italian sauces. And it doesn’t matter if you’re a vegan or a full-blown carnivore, there are options for all!
Jul 4, 12, Aug 26
This stylish spot fuses beautiful design with innovative Chinese cooking to create a dining experience unlike anywhere else. Tattu has reimagined the traditional Sunday roast with a unique twist, utilising seasonal ingredients and authentic Asian flavours to create sharing dishes of aromatic duck, pork, beef and trimmings of bao, pak choi and salt and pepper potatoes, served alongside noodles, pancakes and veg – it’s all customisable to your tastes. How’s that for a creative way to eat?
Every Sunday
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