I think January was a really good month for reading, in that I seem to have chosen quite a few books that I really enjoyed. I read quite a few different genres too so it is a good one to start back off with on the blog.
I have had such a long break from writing and I knew that I wanted my first blog back (non sponsored / brand based) to be a book-related one!
Here’s my January 2023 book round up…
Christmas is one of my favourite times of year and this year I’ve wanted to plan lots of cute festive trips to get me in the Christmas spirit (yes I know it is only November but these dark nights are sending me under and I need the festive happiness!)
Here’s some of my favourite festive places to go this year!
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Last night I went to On The Hush, Manchester’s Instagrammable restaurant and bar. Located on the edge of Northern Quarter, this beautiful setting offers a selection of dishes and drinks to suit everyone. Whether you’re after a boozy bottomless brush, a coffee, a burger or a cocktail, On The Hush has it all.
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Yesterday I was kindly invited down to the soft launch of the brand new Tim Hortons, which opens on Monday 29th August. Located in Trafford Park, opposite Selfridges Trafford Centre, this site hosts a restaurant available for both eat in and take away, as well as a drive thru.
I’ve never been to Tim Hortons before so I wasn’t too sure what to expect but I’ve heard great things so I was excited to try it for myself!
I recently visited Rendition, a newly revived restaurant and bar in central Manchester. Located in Deansgate, this intimate setting offers a variety of small plates, cocktails and other beverages. With their luxury but rustic decor, as well as a live band, this is definitely a place to visit!
Last night I visited Kitchen Chronicles, an Indian restaurant located in the centre of Hazel Grove. Owned by the lovely Amina & her husband, they aim to provide an authentic experience in the comfort of your local area.
Opened in 2020, Kitchen Chronicles sadly had to close after one week of being open due to lockdown. They are now open for business, serving a variety of Indian dishes including curries, meats, vegetable dishes and street food, as well as vegan friendly dishes. For those who want to eat healthier, the chefs can prepare a range of dishes under 400 calories and can guarantee they are still delicious and full of flavour!
I recently came across Zonas, a medical-based company that works towards empowering women through gaining more knowledge and understanding of their bodies. Broken down as Zoh (meaning life in Greek) and Zona (the external layer of a female egg), this is a unique area of research available to any woman in the UK.
I think their work is amazing and so important as it is aiming to break the stigma surrounding fertility and enable people to be in control of their own bodies. For a much smaller fee than private health consultations, Zonas can help to identify any barriers early and help to empower people to make their own choices. They provide this through an easy, accessible testing kit.
Last night I visited one of my favourite restaurants, Seven54 Cafe Bar, to sample their brand new menu. Located in the centre of Didsbury village, owners Nik and Matt rebranded Seven54 in May earlier this year and are now taking their menus to the next level, offering up a variety of Mediterranean inspired meals.
Served as a tasting menu in two waves, guests were able to try a variety of dishes as well as a generous amount of cocktails and fizz!
On Thursday I had the pleasure of visiting one of my favourite spots in Manchester, Restaurant YOURS, to try their brand new Thursday night event. A bottomless dream, Sushi, Sounds and Sips offers a two course menu with a generous selection of unlimited drinks for a 90 minute duration. Take in the elegant decor whilst listening to Island inspired beats mixed with R&B and hip-hop.
If you want to see what I got up to this weekend, keep reading!
