Manchester

Located in the heart of Manchester’s Chinatown, serving exquisite dim sum and Cantonese cuisine, The Little Yang Sing offers cordial old school service; some contemporary takes on traditional Cantonese cooking and an enviable reputation as one of Manchester’s finest food institutions. Serving locally sourced produce and buying seasonally, Yang Sing is a grande dame of Manchester’s vibrant food and drink scene. What began as a small family affair in 1977 on the nearby Princess Street has grown to become synonymous with the cultural and culinary landscape of the city; serving classic favourites from sizzling black bean topside of beef with green peppers to signature, steamed wild sea bass with spring onion and coriander. Gourmands and foodies travel from far and wide to sample Harry Yeung’s famed dim sum delights and also to indulge in the extensive wine list featuring many boutique and specialist wines.

Australasia isn't bound by tradition or a set of ideas about how an ingredient should be cooked, what it goes with or how it should be served. The award winning chef and former young Australian chef of the year, Paul Greening, epitomises this ethos perfectly. Its strong ties with China and Japan have also helped determine the style of cooking, particularly the Japanese desire for perfection. Intriguing from the outside and beautiful within, the bespoke glass entrance on Spinningfields Square, Deansgate, is sure to catch the eye, sweeping guests downstairs to the irresistible charms of the restaurant's amazing cuisine and relaxed ambience.

Shoryu Ramen are the go-to in Manchester for delicious ramen and other Japanese sides such as karaage chicken, char siu barbecue pork belly Shoryu buns and soft shell crab tempura. Founder Tak Tokumine and Executive Chef Kanji Furukawa, both born and bred in Hakata, have dedicated their lives to bringing a taste of their hometown to the UK. Their authentic Hakata tonkotsu ramen is made with a thick, rich, white pork soup and thin, straight ramen noodles, although they also offer gluten free and vegetarian options. Alongside their famous ramen, Shoryu Ramen offer an excellent selection of premium spirits, expertly mixed cocktails and sake to complement any meal, making it the perfect spot for pre-theatre bites or just to take a break from the bustling city.

During the day, Banyan is a spacious and relaxing bar with floor to ceiling windows offering customers a perfect place to meet up for coffee and cake, breakfast and brunch, sharing boards, a nice chilled glass of champagne or a cocktail crafted by award winning mixologists. The comprehensive drinks menu includes an incredible array of cocktails, offering a mixture of the classics and some with a Banyan twist. The beer and wine list has been personally chosen by some of the best beer and wine connoisseurs in the country ensuring all tastes and palates are catered for. In the evening, the kitchen area seats 90, offering meals for everyone in a more formal setting. A huge open kitchen and a 20 cover Chef’s Table form part of the dining experience with attention to detail on the menu second to none, using fresh local produce to provide customers with a meal of the finest quality.

The menu at Tattu features dim sum and small plates created by a talented team led by head chef Clifton Muil. The bar has an extensive cocktail menu and wine list including a selection of sake. There is both high table seating and intimate booth seating for groups, with a menu of champagne and bottle serves available. The decadent Tattu Parlour is the venue's exclusive private room, serviced by its own entrance, bar and restroom facilities. The Parlour is available for bookings of up to 30 people for a seated dining experience or up to 60 standing for a canapé reception or event.

Hawksmoor Manchester is a British steakhouse and cocktail bar located in a late Victorian courthouse on Deansgate. Their menu revolves around the best ingredients they can find — whether it be beef from ethically-reared, grass-fed native cattle, sustainable seafood from around the British coast or seasonal fruits and vegetables. All cooked simply and served by friendly people who love what they do. This is accompanied by a list of carefully selected wines, original cocktails and beers brewed locally in the North West.

A laid-back and inexpensive place with long tables and benches, Tampopo is a great option when you're looking for a quick bite to eat. Asian flavours fill the menu, with options such as noodles, curries and stir-fries.

This fine Spanish restaurant and wine bar is situated in the heart of Manchester, offering fine à la carte dining. Evuna also offers a wine merchant service where you may take your favourite wines home by the bottle or case.