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You can currently snap up some of LEGO's best sets from Amazon at massive discounts. (Contains affiliate links)
02/02/2025

You can currently snap up some of LEGO's best sets from Amazon at massive discounts. (Contains affiliate links)

The contents of the bag were worth so much more
02/02/2025

The contents of the bag were worth so much more

Picking a pizza is a challenge in itself with the number of toppings this place has available - and they've given them s...
02/02/2025

Picking a pizza is a challenge in itself with the number of toppings this place has available - and they've given them some pretty bizarre names.

With the sad closure of Almost Famous this week, we've taken a look back at the iconic burger joints and fast-food place...
02/02/2025

With the sad closure of Almost Famous this week, we've taken a look back at the iconic burger joints and fast-food places we used to love but are now no longer around

The streets were rammed today to celebrate the occasion
02/02/2025

The streets were rammed today to celebrate the occasion

"We appreciate the local community for coming out."
02/02/2025

"We appreciate the local community for coming out."

Thousands are set to take to the streets
02/02/2025

Thousands are set to take to the streets

It's been described as "one of the country's leading luxury destinations"
02/02/2025

It's been described as "one of the country's leading luxury destinations"

It's among Nestle's new products this Easter
02/02/2025

It's among Nestle's new products this Easter

There's a reason the budget stores are doing so well
02/02/2025

There's a reason the budget stores are doing so well

Perfecting your Yorkshire puddings is down to good technique and the right ingredients, according to the experts
02/02/2025

Perfecting your Yorkshire puddings is down to good technique and the right ingredients, according to the experts

You can dine out like a footballer at a host of Manchester's top cafes, restaurants and bars
02/02/2025

You can dine out like a footballer at a host of Manchester's top cafes, restaurants and bars

Can you get the answers right in our quiz?
02/02/2025

Can you get the answers right in our quiz?

Tourists still line up for selfies beneath the arch, but inside Chinatown there's a feeling that it's a part of the city...
02/02/2025

Tourists still line up for selfies beneath the arch, but inside Chinatown there's a feeling that it's a part of the city that's been neglected. Adam Maidment speaks to residents and business owners about the past and the future of the district.

The tranquil woodland walk near Greater Manchester perfect to de-stress
01/02/2025

The tranquil woodland walk near Greater Manchester perfect to de-stress

'Manchester is so alluring to people across the world but it’s at risk if we don’t protect the grass roots ecosystem'
01/02/2025

'Manchester is so alluring to people across the world but it’s at risk if we don’t protect the grass roots ecosystem'

Strictly Come Dancing Live tour has rolled into Manchester
01/02/2025

Strictly Come Dancing Live tour has rolled into Manchester

If you're sick of your scrambled eggs lacking in taste and want to add that extra punch of flavour, this is a game chang...
01/02/2025

If you're sick of your scrambled eggs lacking in taste and want to add that extra punch of flavour, this is a game changer

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Manchester’s Chinatown was alive with energy today as thousands gathered for the dazzling Dragon Parade! There was dancing dragons, and a sea of red filled the streets as people celebrated the Year of the Wood Snake. From first-time visitors to those keeping tradition alive, the city came together in a true Lunar New Year spectacle! #Manchester #ChineseNewYear #DragonParade #LunarNewYear2025 #YearOfTheWoodSnake #manchestereveningnews

Exploring Chinatown on a budget! We set ourselves a challenge to see just how much we could get for under £20 From delicious food to hidden gems, Chinatown is full of amazing finds without breaking the bank #ChinatownEats #BudgetChallenge #Under20Challenge #manchester #manchestereveningnews #citylifemanchester

Many people mix up Lunar New Year and Chinese New Year, but they’re not the same! Lunar New Year is celebrated across several Asian cultures, like in Vietnam, Korea, and Singapore, each with its own traditions. Chinese New Year, or Spring Festival, is China’s unique celebration within Lunar New Year, with red envelopes, lion dances, and symbolic foods. While they share similarities, Chinese New Year is just one part of the bigger Lunar New Year festivities! #LunarNewYear #ChineseNewYear #YearOfTheSnake #Manchester #manchestereveningnews #citylifemanchester

A brand-new burger joint is landing in NQ, and it’s bringing next-level smash burgers, flame-grilled chicken, and loaded fries—all halal and made with premium ingredients. Everything’s done in-house—from their sauces to smoked meats and beef bacon—and if they wouldn’t serve it to their own family, they won’t serve it to you. Quality = top-tier 📍 Find them at Transmission House, Tib Street. @smokeandpepperldn #smokeandpepper #ManchesterFood #HalalEats #BurgerLovers #smoke&pepper #manchester #manchestereveningnews #citylifemanchester

The founder of hit Manchester burger spot Almost Famous has announced the closure of all its sites. In an update issued this morning, owner Beau Myers confirmed the closure of its sites across Manchester, Liverpool and Leeds. Explaining the reason for the closure of the brand he cited the current economic climate and 'lingering debt'. Owner Beau Myers first launched Almost Famous in Manchester's Northern Quarter back in 2012 - pioneering the "dirty burger" trend in the city and sparking queues around the block from hungry punters desperate to get inside. He closed the brand's Withington site last year. As well as the Northern Quarter site closing, Almost Famous' site at Great Northern will close. It's two other sites in Liverpool and Leeds will also close #AlmostFamous #ManchesterEats #Burgers #RestaurantClosure #manchester #manchestereveningnews #citylifemanchester

LIVE from Deansgate on the first day of new roadworks

DJ AG brought his popular live mix to the city today on Market Street with an exclusive 2-hour live performance @djagonline @boohoomanofficial #DJAG #Manchester #Tiktok #Boohoo #manchestereveningnews

From its humble beginnings as a slum in the late 1700s to the vibrant cultural hub it is today, Manchester’s Chinatown is steeped in rich history. Once home to empty cotton warehouses during the 1860s Cotton Famine, the area was transformed in the 1970s as Chinese businesses and restaurants, like the iconic Kwok Man and Yang Sing, moved in. And let’s not forget the stunning Chinatown Gate! Gifted in 1987 and shipped from Beijing, it’s now one of Manchester’s most photographed landmarks, symbolizing luck, prosperity, and unity. #ManchesterChinatown #ChineseNewYear #lunarnewyear #YearOfTheSnake #manchester #manchestereveningnews #citylifemanchester

Chinese New Year is just around the corner, and the city is buzzing with excitement! From the iconic Dragon Parade on Sunday, February 2nd, to night dragon performances and an illuminated finale, it’s a weekend filled with magic and tradition. Don’t miss the Chinatown food market, DJs, and jaw-dropping acrobatics across February 1st and 2nd. Free to attend, full of culture, and perfect for the whole family #ChineseNewYear #ManchesterEvents #YearOfTheSnake #manchester #manchestereveningnews #citylifemanchester

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