Jo Milligan
Writer
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
The Northern Light Cinema Stretford
StretfordThe Northern Light Cinema Stretford is the seventh cinema from the Mundin family who specialise in running independent boutique venues...
Aahaa
ChorltonAahaa is a new Indian restaurant in Chorlton which has already become very popular. The website is not very convincing...
Preview: Return to the Forest at Aviva Studios
Return to the Forest mixes dance, puppetry and play in an immersive theatrical experience. The world premiere takes place on Thursday 7 May and the Manchester run continues over the Bank Holiday Weekend before heading to London at Sadler's Wells East.
How to make the perfect risotto
Learn how to make the perfect risotto with Chef Giuseppe Lombardo from Vesuvio. Follow our step-by-step guide for a dish to be proud of. The first in our series of recipes from renowned local restaurants, this month we show you how to make aubergine parmigiana risotto - a new take on a Southern Italian classic.
Lily’s Deli
ChorltonLily's Deli is from the family behind Lily's, the award-wining vegetarian Indian restaurant in Ashton-under-Lyne. You'll find all the ingredients...
Plere
ChorltonPlere is - whisper it - a wine bar, but it's one that brings a Europhile cool to Beech Road...
The Musical Box
TuebrookWhen people describe somewhere as an institution, they're usually talking bollocks. Not so in the case of The Musical Box....
Collect and Survive
WaterlooCollect and Survive is only open on Saturdays but it's worth planning your day around if you like music and...
The Strines Nightingale
StrinesThe Strines Nightingale is a country pub, but as you might imagine from the name, it is also a source...
5 low-pressure places to shop for secondhand furniture in Manchester
Skip the flat-pack faff - these five places for secondhand furniture in Manchester make it easy to find characterful, pre-loved...
Easter holiday plans: Keeping the kids entertained in Manchester
Trying to think of things to do in Manchester with kids this school holidays? Get out and about with Jo Milligan's tips to make the most of spring.
Le Viet Social
Baltic TriangleLe Viet Social is an independent Vietnamese restaurant serving up dishes that stay true to its roots. Think vibrant street...