The Shoegaze Cafe might not be here for a long time, but it’s certainly here for a good time. That is if your idea of a good time involves My Bloody Valentine, Tarkovsky and Ostalgie. And if those terms mean nothing to you, move on, square.

Caroline Martins has finally done it. The much-loved Brazilian chef and honorary Mancunian has finally opened her own fine dining destination after many years of pop-ups and national TV appearances. And it’s a true delight –  how could it not be?

Head chef Shaun might be South African-born, but he does modern British food better than most. No bells, no whistles, just magnificent ideas and graceful execution.

Exhibition is undoubtedly the best-looking and most elegant of Manchester’s growing number of food halls. It’s all about high ceilings, beautiful drinks and next-level dining, with a more intimate and vibrant atmosphere than some of its more sprawling rivals.

Chakalaka is one of the Northern Quarter’s more unique restaurants, offering the very best of South African cuisine in an intimate, friendly space.

Like a spa? Like afternoon tea? Now imagine the two together – no, not at the same time, that’d be messy. Set aside a day for compound relaxation at the Manchester Marriott Hotel Piccadilly.

Mother’s Day 2025: The Lowry Hotel in Manchester is hosting a special Mother’s Day Afternoon Tea Buffet in the Grand Ballroom. The buffet will include unlimited sandwiches, scones with jam and clotted cream, cakes, and sweet treats, along with a selection of teas and coffees. Live music entertainment will be provided throughout and it lasts for a mum-tastic two hours. Tickets are £45 per adult and £15 per child, with sittings starting from 12 pm.

The Daisy is one of Manchester’s more in-demand basement bars, offering an underground Paris-inspired night out and “late-night escapism”.