Manifest Arts Festival 2019, across Greater Manchester

Championing art, craft classes and local independent makers, Aunty Social showcases the very best of Blackpool’s creative community.

MAYA is a high-end new restaurant on the corner of Canal Street and Chorlton Street in central Manchester.

Popular craft bakery, selling freshly baked goods on Manchester’s King Street.

Winner of the Good Food Award’s coveted Chippy of the Year award on multiple occasions, Harrowside is a great choice for fish and chips in Blackpool.

C Fresh is an old school, decidedly affordable chippy near Blackpool prom, consistently busy with locals – a sure-fire sign it’s doing something right.

Not many chippies have a blue plaque outside, but not many chippies are as noteworthy as Papa’s in Blackpool.

Several time winners of the coveted Chippy of the Year award, Bentley’s serves up some of the finest fish and chips in Blackpool.

Consistently ranked among the top chippies in Blackpool, Lily’s Fish and Chips is a traditional spot that’s tucked away from the hustle and bustle of the prom.

Blackpool’s number one Indian restaurant, Twisted Indian packs a flavour punch and isn’t afraid to mix the traditional with the modern. Their motto? ‘Being normal is boring.’

Dishing up European plates with plenty of fusion flare, Blackpool’s glitzy restaurant Hauze offers an extensive list of sushi alongside a selection of build-your-own burgers, and many a cocktail.

Tucked away behind Blackpool’s famous copycat Eiffel Tower you’ll find Amaro, a popular local restaurant specialising in classic Italian cooking. A great spot for families and couples alike.

Housing six independent food traders, two bars and a coffee shop, Abington Street Market Food Hall is a great choice for… choice! Great when you’re in a big (or fussy!) group.