Author: Michael Dawson

I’ve been covering Manchester’s food scene for over 15 years, and I can honestly say 2025 is the most exciting time to eat in this city. As a local reporter who’s lived here for two decades, I’ve watched our culinary landscape transform from solid but unremarkable to genuinely world-class—and I’m not exaggerating. This Manchester food guide brings you my honest assessment of the restaurants, markets, and dining experiences that matter right now. From Michelin-starred destinations that can stand toe-to-toe with London’s finest to neighbourhood cafes serving the best coffee I’ve tasted outside Melbourne, Manchester has quietly become one of the…

The Manchester weather Today with a damp and grey start for local residents. Expect predominantly overcast skies with persistent drizzle throughout the early hours. Temperatures at sunrise will hover around 9°C (48°F), gradually climbing to 11-12°C (52-54°F) by late morning as the Manchester weather pattern continues.​ The ‘feels-like’ temperature will be noticeably cooler due to moderate westerly winds, ranging between 7-9°C (44-48°F). Wind speeds will be brisk at 16-19 mph (26-28 km/h) from the west-northwest direction, with occasional gusts reaching up to 41 km/h.​ Rain probability remains moderate to high during the morning hours, with an 82-88% chance of drizzle,…