Everyone in South Manchester knows about Folk. It’s been around for years, under various guises, but it appears to have reached its final form: a bright, breezy, late-night cafe, staffed by a bunch of upbeat twentysomethings.

Whether you’re looking for a place to visit with friends or a new location for date night, cocktail bar The wishing Well is a relatively new addition to Didsbury Village, and it does what it does extremely well.

This impossibly white building is an iconic feature in Didsbury, with a grand interior and menu to match. A top spot for a lunch of refined light bites.

This cornucopia of excellent cheeses is a must visit treat for any foodie. Everything on the shelves is hand picked by people who are incredibly passionate about what they do.

A top destination in South Manchester for a wide range of sustainable, plastic-free and zero waste products, Lentils and Lather makes it easy to shop in an environmentally friendly way.

Helmed by Guardian-lauded chef Alex Shaw, Volta completely raises the bar; no mean feat for a place on West Didsbury’s eats-heavy Burton Road.

Based on Burton Road in West Didsbury, A Taste Of Honey is a local deli, community hub, arts space and all-round friendly face.

Moth is an interior and lifestyle concept store founded in 2006 by stylist, designer & owner Hazel. It sits on Burton Road and acts as a palate cleanser between the vivacious colours of G.T. Blagg’s plants and Proove pizzeria’s enticing aromas.

A treasure trove of table top fun, Goodtime Games’ shelves are piled high with hours and hours of turn-based amusement, while serving an entirely vegetarian (and vegan) menu of treats which make the perfect accompaniment to a rainy afternoon’s entertainment.

Rudy’s is a delightful light, airy and spacious restaurant most loved for its authentic Neapolitan pizza. As ever, the specials board has tantalising offerings alongside the standard menu of well-executed favourites plus a few exciting wildcard options, complete with a respectable wine list and excellent service.

Your friendly local in Didsbury, full of style and character serving quality food and drink. Pop by for a drink, something to eat or just a chinwag with the lovely staff.