First published in Manchester’s Finest May 18, 2021 This will be the Little Yellow Rice Co’s first supper club… Okay, a little bit of history and culture for you here on Penang. This tiny little corner of Malaysia has served as a link between Asia’s great kingdoms for hundreds of years, and was an…
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BRUTAL at Saul Hay Gallery. Pretty scary.
First published in Manchester’s Finest May 18, 2021 The much-anticipated exhibition of painting and sculpture at Saul Hay Gallery is finally here… I don’t know why, but when I called in for a preview of the much, much delayed Brutal exhibition at the Saul Hay Gallery the words of a song began to rattle…
NOW OPEN: Fiercely Authentic Spanish Tapas, Paella & Sangria at La Bandera
First published in Manchester’s Finest May 18, 2021 Our favourite Spanish restaurant is back open indoors and we’re very, very happy! After a month braving the elements outside on their lovely little terrace, La Bandera have flung wide open their doors and we can all sit inside and enjoy our fantastic Spanish food indoors!…
Tributes to former rugby club winger Jack Birchenall
First published in the Saddleworth Independent OLDHAM Rugby Union Club has lost another ex-player following the death of former winger Jack Birchenall aged 79. Jack, who starred for the club at their former Keb Lane home in the 1960s and early 70s, was described by former team-mate Steve Fox as “an excellent player with…
BBC launches ‘Manchester Arena Bomb – Stories of Hope’ Podcast
First published in Manchester’s Finest May 18, 2021 BBC Radio Manchester was allowed exclusive access to the Arena for part of the series, exploring healing and recovery in young people… Survivors of the Manchester Arena bombing share how they’ve been forced to rebuild their lives as part of a new podcast by BBC Radio…
NEW OPENING: South Indian Street Food ‘Tapas’ comes to Stretford
First published in Manchester’s Finest May 18, 2021 An exciting new Indian street food concept arrives in the old Sip Club spot… Anyone who has lived or visited Stretford over the last couple of years will have most likely popped into the excellent Sip Club – an almost mythological neighbourhood bar set above a…
Universities keeping lectures online into autumn term
Share close Share page Copy link About sharing image copyrightGetty Images A number of UK universities are preparing to keep lectures online into the autumn term. It raises the prospect of Covid disrupting another academic year – and will prompt more questions about fee refunds. Students have called plans for another term of online lectures…
Saddleworth folk tale comes to life with audio drama and local walks
First published in the Saddleworth Independent SADDLEWORTH folklore is brought to life in a new audio drama accompanied by walks around the local countryside. A Tale of Two Giants has been created by Tameside-based artist Tori Burgess and is one of seven micro-commissions picked by Oldham Coliseum to be unveiled over spring. It is…
Up Periscope! Saddleworth film makers commissioned for lockdown easing animation
First published in the Saddleworth Independent A DELPH company has produced a short film to remind residents of the latest rules despite a further easing of lockdown restrictions. From today (Monday, May 17) most indoor and remaining outdoor businesses are allowed to reopen including soft play centres, bingo halls and cinemas. And it’s three…
The New Chinese BOTTOMLESS Brunch with endless Bao Buns, Dumplings & Gin Fizz Cocktails
First published in Manchester’s Finest May 17, 2021 There’s a new bottomless brunch to try in Altrincham… Located over in Altrincham, WowYauChow is home to Chinese fusion cuisine, and they’ve introduced something truly magical – an endless lunch deal that features some of your favourite Chinese food and cocktails. The endless lunch option serves…