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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 Pink dessert with tuile at KAJI

Food to fall in love over: 20 great date night restaurants in Manchester

Manchester's not short of options when it comes to show-stopping restaurants for a romantic meal. 

Updated: 26 January 2026
Place Ramen at Suki Suki Street Food & Bar

Suki Suki Street Food & Bar

Deansgate Restaurant - Pan Asian

Suki Suki Street Food & Bar is a Pan-Asian street food bar located on Deansgate under the arches of the...

Guide Pirate Cove ride at Gulliver's World

Best day ever: Things to do with kids in Liverpool

Looking for things to do with kids in Liverpool in the holidays? Take a look at the best family days...

Updated: 20 July 2026
Guide Produce from Lupo caffe Italiano

The best Italian restaurants in Manchester

From the city centre to the suburbs and beyond, here's the best Italian restaurants in Manchester. Buon appetito!

Updated: 18 December 2025
Place Corn-fed chicken tom kha at Exhibition

Exhibition

Manchester City Centre Restaurant - Global

Exhibition is one of Manchester’s cluster of exciting multi-kitchen concepts (read: food halls) that just seem to be multiplying. In...

Place Tour group from Jonathan Schofield Manchester Tours at the Peterloo Memorial Manchester

Jonathan Schofield Manchester Tours

Manchester City Centre Tours

Even if you’ve lived here all your life, you’ll likely learn something new on a Jonathan Schofield Manchester Tour. And...

Place New Autumn menu at Barnacle

Barnacle

Georgian Quarter Restaurant - Modern British

Barnacle is a Modern British bistro from Paul and Harry Askew. It may be a step down from The Art...

Place The Marble Arch pub in Manchester's Northern Quarter

The Marble Arch

Manchester City Centre Pubs

George Orwell may have named his ideal (and imaginary) pub The Moon Under Water but Wetherspoons on Deansgate was not...

Place Inside Skosh restaurant in York which serves adventurous world-fusion food with spectacular results.

Skosh

North Yorkshire Restaurant - European

Skosh has a huge reputation with a Bib Gourmand and three AA Rosettes. The Modern British dishes have a playful...

Place The sunny yellow exterior of The Creameries with its outdoor terrace

The Creameries

Chorlton Bars

The Creameries is open once again, this time as a bar, cafe and general all-day destination from Pomona Island. With...

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