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Jo Milligan, writer at Confidential Guides.

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

Guide Two girls in summer festival clothes at Creamfields.

Liverpool’s best music festivals for summer 2026

From lost weekends in the Cheshire countryside to urban beats in the Baltic Triangle, this city knows how to put...

Updated: 21 May 2026
Guide Streamers over the crowd at the Hacienda Classical concert at Castlefield Bowl.

Parklife to Psych Fest: The best Manchester music festivals for summer 2026

Take a look at Manchester's best music festivals for 2026. Get the lowdown, check the line-up and plan your summer.

Updated: 14 May 2026
Place The stage and crowd lit up at the Hacienda Classical concert at Castlefield Bowl.

Sounds of the City

Manchester City Centre Festivals

Sounds of the City is a summer season of outdoor gigs by big name acts at Castlefield Bowl in Manchester.

Guide Read our Guide to the best places for food and drink in Altrincham.

An insider’s guide to eating and drinking in Altrincham

Check out our guide to eating and drinking in Altrincham and discover the best bars and restaurants in this cool...

Updated: 19 February 2025
Guide Albert's Schloss is one of Confidential Guides' best places to go for Pancake Day in Manchester. See where else makes the grade.

Flippin’ fantastic: the best places for pancakes in Manchester

Don't want to mess up your kitchen or get flour in your hair? Use Confidential Guides' list of the best...

Published: 20 February, 2025
Guide Go Mexican for Mother's Day at Madre Liverpool

The best restaurants for Mother’s Day in Liverpool

Make sure Mum knows how much you appreciate her. Book a 'Thanks, Mum' dinner at one of our top ten...

Updated: 4 March 2026
Guide The spa at Hale Country Club

25 things to do for Mother’s Day in Manchester

Mother's Day is on Sunday 15 March and we have loads of suggestions for things to do in and around...

Updated: 3 March 2026
Guide

16 super-romantic restaurants for a Valentine’s date in Liverpool

The best restaurants in Liverpool for a romantic date night. Exactly what you need for Valentine's Day.

Updated: 4 February 2026
Guide A man holding a golf ball and a woman in a golf visor in a dodgem at Junkyard Golf

12 alternative nights out for Valentine’s Day in Manchester

If you’re the kind of couple who bond better over beating each other at video games than you do over...

Updated: 5 February 2026
Guide Crispy beef and noodles at Maggie Fu Hanover Street

The best Chinese restaurants in Liverpool

Chopsticks at the ready: here's Confidential Guides' pick of the best Chinese restaurants in Liverpool just in time for the...

Updated: 10 February 2026
Guide Sunday roast at The Black Friar with cauliflower cheese, Yorkshire pudding and roast potatoes

The best Sunday roasts in Manchester and Greater Manchester

If there's one thing any Northerner knows, it's how to judge a good roast dinner. The Confidentials team all have...

Updated: 7 April 2026
Guide Bottomless brunch at On The Hush, Northern Quarter

30 best places for bottomless brunch in Manchester

Looking for the best places for bottomless brunch in Manchester? Confidential Guides picks the best spots for carbs and non-stop...

Updated: 6 March 2026
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