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The Hot 50 Restaurants in Manchester - January 2026

Dexter beef shin and kidney pudding with celeriac, blackberry and grilled broccoli leaves at Higher Ground in Manchester.

Mercury rising: sauna and ice baths in Manchester

The Hot 20 Restaurants in Liverpool - January 2026

Homemade pizza margherita and a bowl of padron peppers at Frederiks in Liverpool.

The neighbourhood guide to Glossop

Manchester restaurants: 2025’s biggest new openings

Lobster ravioli at the Horse & Jockey, Chorlton.

Beautiful spots for walks near Manchester

Sunset through snow-covered trees at Alderley Edge

The 30 best team-building nights out in Manchester

20 places serving bottomless brunch in Manchester

Bottomless brunch at Zouk is one of Confidential Guides' top recommendations. Is your favourite on the list?

Take a bao: The best Chinese restaurants in Manchester

Dim sum at Yum Cha - one of the best Chinese restaurants in Manchester.

Top picks for dim sum in Manchester and Liverpool

Dim sum image from Unsplash

Best in show: 18 dog-friendly hotels in Manchester

Leven is one of the best dog-friendly hotels in Manchester.

Pawsome stays: Dog friendly hotels in Liverpool

Hope Street Hotel is a dog-friendly hotel in Liverpool.