The bar will have a mix of food, drink, live music, bar games and waterside views across a 2000sq ft terrace. Going out for lunch doesn’t have to be a special treat anymore, not when there are so many purse-friendly restaurants. Food & Drink You can eat a luxury Christmas dinner while riding a steam train through Greater Manchester Emily Sergeant The First Street restaurant is home to the ultimate hot wing challenge, just ask your server and see if you can handle the heat.

They’ll give away 150 free drinks on Friday to the first 150 people to sign up and register their interest at 11central.co.uk. To anyone who believes lunch boxes to be childish, Modern Picnic is here to change your mind. Woman-founded and led, the brand crafts fashion-forward lunch boxes that look like the designer handbags you’d find in an expensive boutique. Available in a whole host of hues, the exterior of its classic The Luncher bag is made of faux crocodile leather for a modern spin on the mealtime essential. Catherine Russell, who updated this roundup, is a writer and editor specializing in food, culture, and home and garden. Grandma’s kitchen was a favorite place for Catherine growing up, and that’s where she first learned to bake, roast, broil, and cook most anything from scratch. Her work has appeared in national publications, such as Bon Appetit, and in film and video. Delicious and very affordable, This n’ That will become everyone’s new favourite lunch place – if it isn’t already. Even with insulated containers, though, there’s more you can do to boost their efficiency. Fill them with hot (or icy) water first, and then let them sit for a bit before emptying the water and filling them with food. That simple step means that the stored food itself doesn’t have to do the heavy lifting of first heating and cooling its own container. (This works for everyday coffee mugs and insulated beverage containers, too.)Or if falafel doesn’t float your boat, grab a vine leaf or some tabouleh and top it off with a fresh juice or smoothie. Keep reading to discover the finest spots in Manchester that are about to set the lunchtime standard.

Vegan, veggie and sure to warm you from the inside out – Bundobust is one of Manchester’s prize restaurants. This lunch box earned our best overall spot because it's a nice, medium size, could work for kids or adults, and comes from a brand trusted and known for its durability and insulation. If you already trust Hydroflask's reusable water bottles to keep your drinks cold (we do), you'll be glad to learn that the brand's lunch boxes boast that same powerful insulation. In fact, Hydroflask’s Large Insulated Lunch Box features two layers of insulation to keep your food perfectly chilled for hours. Plus, this durable design holds up to countless outings like the brand's trademark bottle. Piccadilly Gardens Credit: Facebook (Bundobust Manchester) Tubs serving the best Indian street foodGreater Manchester’s iconic heritage railway is hosting one of the most festive fine-dining experiences in the region this Christmas. One of Manchester’s best breweries has quietly opened a stunning pub in the heart of the city centre There’ll be distilling sessions at 11 Central for gin enthusiasts who want to learn the craft of making gin. The tray had plenty of room for a satisfying meal and, because of the sleek bamboo and white design, the whole thing looks sleek enough to leave out on a countertop or desk—something we recommend, given how heavy the unit is (4.3 pounds in all). You can always take the tray home to wash it and leave the actual heating element at work.

Found on the edge of Piccadilly Gardens, the interiors are simple but cool – a perfect place to impress for less on a first date. Northern Soul Throughout December, passengers can enjoy their Christmas dinner whilst travelling through and taking in the seasonal sights of the stunning Irwell Valley. Traditional roasted turkey served with kilted chipolata and stuffing, a festive wellington, balsamic and cranberry glazed rib of beef, a homemade Christmas pudding with brandy sauce, and an apple and cinnamon crumble with nutmeg custard are just some of the dishes being served by personal dedicated waters on selected dates throughout the month. The four sisters behind the Sisters Distillery will be bringing their full range of award-winning flavoured gins, plus artisan tonics, to the menu too.Whether you call it a Manchester City lunch bag or a Man City lunch box, this item is emblazoned with the club crest and is in the club colours. Central will open on Friday 17 November with dancers, live music, magic, and DJs across its launch weekend on the Saturday and Sunday. Stephen Wild, MediaCity Managing Director said: “11 Central is a fantastic addition to our new independent food and drink destination Central Bay and we couldn’t be more proud to see Seven Bro7hers’ successful expansion journey within MediaCity. Starting out with the original tap room just off Broadway, they then launched a thriving beerhouse in the heart of MediaCity and now this wonderful new microbrewery, gin bar and pub concept for the people of Salford to enjoy.”