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Jo Milligan, writer at Confidential Guides.

Jo Milligan

Editor

Summary

Jo Milligan is one of the main writers at Confidential Guides. She has almost fifteen years experience as a writer and copywriter specialising in writing about food, restaurants, bars, events and family days out in the North West of England. Her work includes features, reviews, articles and practical guides designed to help readers make the most of their city and beyond.

Experience

Jo writes a range of pieces for Confidential Guides. She understands the local food scene and as a parent to two young children, has a lot of experience in planning days out and activities for families. Her articles, features and guides are underpinned by knowledge, authority and an informed but conversational style.

Areas of Expertise and Interest

Food, drink, and things to do across Manchester, Liverpool, and the wider North of England including:

  • Restaurants and dining
  • Bars, cafés and hospitality venues
  • Family activities, days out and things to do with children
  • Music, gigs and record shops
  • Theatre, art and culture

Review Approach

Jo’s writing is grounded in direct experience and on-the-ground research. She focuses on what readers need to know — from atmosphere and setting to practical details — ensuring recommendations are clear and considered. Her writing is designed to entertain readers but also to help them discover new places and activities, or get the most out of well-known attractions.

Editorial Transparency

Confidential Guides (part of Confidentials) is independently written by our editorial team. While premium listings are paid-for, they are not written by or approved by clients, ensuring unbiased and independent coverage.

Author Posts

Article Helter-skelter and big wheel at Manchester Christmas Markets

The ultimate guide to Manchester Christmas Markets

Jo Milligan has visited every stall at Manchester Christmas Markets. This is the honest truth about the best places to go for gifts and guzzling in 2026

Published: 12 November, 2026
Place The cosy interior of Counter

Counter

Manchester City Centre Restaurant - Modern British

Counter is a new Manchester restaurant with a cosy and atmospheric feel - perfect for date night. The focus is...

Guide Queens Arms, Eccles

The North West winners in Britain’s Best Pubs 2026

The North West picked up the number one spot in Britain's Best Pubs 2026. See who was the overall winner...

Published: 4 November, 2026
Place Queens Arms, Eccles

Queens Arms

Eccles Pubs

The Queens Arms in Eccles has won new-found fame as the best pub in Britain. The Good Food Guide rated...

Guide A chef holding a tray of Yorkshire puddings at Frederiks in Liverpool.

The best Sunday roasts in Liverpool

Our guide to the best Sunday roasts in Liverpool takes weekends to the next level. Those precious hours before Monday...

Published: 14 October, 2026
Guide The exterior of Stretford Canteen with outdoor tables

An insider’s guide to Stretford

Everything you need to know about eating and drinking in Stretford plus the best things to do in this lovely...

Published: 14 October, 2026
Place Food Traders at GRUB Stretford

GRUB Stretford

Stretford Restaurant - Global

GRUB Stretford is the latest location for the food traders who know how to party. It takes a multi-storey car...

Place A bowl of comforting food at Konger Cafe

Konger Cafe

Stretford Restaurant - Chinese

Why is Konger Cafe so good? It's all about wok hei and the feelgood factor. This unassuming cafe, stuck between...

Place The staff at Misu making tiramisu

Misù

Stretford Cafes

Misù is a sweet little cafe in Stretford in the new pedestrianised area where the unlovely mall once sat. Tiramisù...

Place The downstairs atrium at Stretford Public Hall

Stretford Public Hall

Stretford Historic Buildings & Sites

Stretford Public Hall is an impressive historic building but it's so much more than some pretty architecture. Once a gift...

Place Trees and the River Dove flowing through Beresford Dale

Hartington and Beresford Dale Circular Walk

Hartington Countryside

This circular walk is an easy and scenic stroll that comes in at just under three miles, starting and finishing...

Place The Hartington Cheese Shop

The Hartington Cheese Shop

Hartington Cheesemongers

The Hartington Cheese Shop is a family-run business in a cute stone building overlooking the village duck pond. There has...

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