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"Available all week long, Bundobust’s pancake offering sees them put a sweet twist on the traditional dosa. These mango puree and rosewater rice pancakes are £5 and come served with shrikhand (a sweetened cardamom yoghurt), mango ras, pistachio, and pomegranate."

"The Quarter Liverpool is a fantastic quaint takeaway deli in the Georgian Quarter, close enough to most of the major hotels in the city. If you’re stopping over in the city nearby then you should definitely come here to fill up on a fabulous breakfast or brunch (with veggie options too!) to get you ready for the rest of the day ahead!. Check out some of the Liverpool events to know about throughout the year."

"The Toxteth Riviera is always a gorgeous place to be, any time of the year, and now thanks to The Quarter on Falkner Street you can stay warm while you make the most of it. Those outside tables are some of the most sought-after in the city, so be lucky and grab one and heaters mean you’ll be toasty while you eat and drink."

"Whilst being renowned for its food, the venue is understated for its romance. The Quarter brings the best of Europe together; the road looks like something out of Amsterdam, the decor is reminiscent of Paris and the food is Italian inspired. It doesn’t get much more continental than that."

"This restaurant and bar is a distinguished part of the Royal Albert Dock and guarantees an authentic Italian experience. With the motto “Con Amici” (which means eating with friends) and a wide variety of food and drink choices, this restaurant can quickly become your friends and family’s food home. Gusto is currently open, with limited spacing, hours and maintaining social distancing guidelines."

"From homemade artichoke tortellini and baked aubergine Milanese to Mediterranean pizza topped with vegetables and drizzled with olive oil, Gusto has been busy curating a menu that truly shows off Italian cuisine in all its glory. What more could you ask for from a vegetarian restaurant in Liverpool?"

"Live music starts at 12pm every day at the Cavern Club, and goes on well into the night. Considered by many as the home of The Beatles, the club offers guided “magical mystery tours” of the city in a custom tour bus, as well as regular shows from resident tribute act “The Cavern Club Beatles”. Budding musicians can even sign up for lessons at the Cavern Rock School, with the chance to take part in a yearly showcase on the famous stage of the Cavern Club itself."

"Whether you’re a Beetles fan or not, the Caven Club should be on everyone’s must-visit attractions list. Head to The Cavern Club for true Liverpudlian music experience. The iconic cellar has seen seven incredible decades of music; from The Beatles’ first performance on 9th February 1961 to the Arctic Monkeys pre-breakthrough gig in October 2005."

"This is where the Fab 4 (The Beatles!) used to drink between gigs at the Cavern Club. Plan to stay:2-3 hours"

"This nightlife favourite has undergone an extensive £200k refurbishment while we've all been stuck in multiple lockdowns, and will reopen with new owners. Throwing open the doors to drinkers, diners and ravers on Friday July 23, Joshua Brookes will welcome Darius Syrossian on its big reopening night. The refurb includes the addition of a permanent site for Cubanitos, a street food business that's travelled to festivals across the country."

"Joshua Brookes is an iconic Manchester venue that plays host to all kinds of nights and has always championed the local underground scene. The venue has just undergone a massive refurbishment with a hefty price tag so that its face can match its legendary reputation. Tickets are always fairly priced and artists are regularly heavy hitters."

"Joshua Brooks, 106 Princess Street, Manchester, Greater Manchester, M1 6NG. Long-established Manchester bar and nightclub, Joshua Brooks is just off student hotspot Oxford Road. Open until 4am on the weekends with regular DJ-led club nights."

"3b Records on Slater Street is an independent record store that specialises in all forms of dance music which is pretty big in Liverpool. Find all your favourite dance, jazz, funk, disco, house and techno records in here to add to your collection. View this post on Instagram"

"This simple, intimate dining room in the Northern Quarter is relaxed and friendly, with exposed wooden floors and grand windows showcasing the famous Smithfield fish markets. An accomplished modern British menu focuses on local seasonal ingredients such as slow-cooked pork belly with pork cheek bon bon, and market fish stew."

"The Northern Quarter Restaurant (TNQ), 108 High Street, Manchester, Greater Manchester, M4 1HQ - Visit now. For dependable, modern British dining, the simply-named Northern Quarter Restaurant is worth a punt."

"This gorgeous Northern Quarter restaurant is a long-standing favourite of the area. It’s seen many other restaurants come and go around it, but TNQ has stayed put. Find British classics served with a twist in a relaxed but formal setting."

"As part of the Everyman Theatre, the Pen Factory is a relaxed and casual bistro, ideal for a lunch stop while exploring the city of Liverpool. Serving seasonal small plates including the likes of king prawns in paprika, smoked salmon and pea risotto and soy and honey glazed chicken wings everything is made for sharing. Given it is so close to the Theatre it’s the ideal spot to enjoy a craft ale after a show too."

"Currently under renovation, the restaurant that once housed the Lang Pen Company offers a beautiful outdoor space away from the hustle and bustle of Hope Street. The Pen Factory made a comeback on May 19, and you can book for both indoor and outdoor dining. The restaurant serves up seasonal small plates that perfect no matter how hungry you are, but if you’re anything like us, we’re always hungry."

"A bar and bistro situated in the Knowledge Quarter, The Pen Factory should be on your list of restaurants with outdoor seating in Liverpool. Bask in nature with herbs and flowers providing a leafy backdrop to small plates, wines and beers."

"Formerly known as William Sicilian Street Food, this authentic Sicilian restaurant popped up in the Northern Quarter earlier this year – renamed and reworked as Sicilian NQ. The lovely little restaurant hones in on the idyllic region’s homely food, bringing dishes such as arancini, cannoli, cipollini, pasta and more to our rainy city. Sicilian NQ, 14 Turner St, M4 1DZ."

"Latin nights, samba shows, live bands and DJs plus special events including Northern soul, workshops kizomba and lots more. 11-15 Coronation Walk, PR8 1RD. medhitolatincubanlounge.com"

"The building of the Dancehouse Theatre has had a fascinating history full of transformation, morphing from meeting halls to a multi-screen cinema complex. In the 1990s it was restored to its former Art Deco splendour and was reopened as The Dancehouse Theatre, home to the Northern Ballet School. While the venue presents a broad range of performances including comedy, music and drama, dance lies at the heart of this North West icon."

"This landmark building has been home to year-round exhibitions, music, dance, literature, live art, and heritage events since 1908. Since then, The Bluecoat has continued to grow with Liverpool’s cultural and creative scene, and currently provides a base for around 30 artists. With a commitment to equality, diversity, and sustainability, The Bluecoat drives artists to always be creative, inclusive, and supportive."

"If highstreet brands aren’t really your thing and you would rather something a little more unique, the Bluecoat is the place for you. Based in the heart of the city’s shopping district, the Bluecoat offers an eclectic mix of unique and beautifully handcrafted products. With the best range of contemporary fashion, homeware and crafts around, it’s definitely one to visit."

"The Bluecoat on School lane is a perfect place to get your camera out. The 300 year old building is home to art galleries, places to eat, a book shop, a sun trap courtyard and loads more. You could spend a whole afternoon here filling up the photo album."

"Contact Theatre will be heading out across Manchester this summer for a series of outdoor performances. Contact is an Oxford Road theatre and performing arts venue creating and producing its own shows, as well as hosting tours from the world’s best theatre companies. Contact will be heading out across the city this summer, delivering a series of outdoor performances before its building reopens to the public in September 2021."

"Trafford Town Hall stands in a large site at the junction of Talbot Road and Warwick Road, directly opposite the Old Trafford Cricket Ground. Work on the building, designed by architects Bradshaw Gass & Hope of Bolton, began on 21 August 1931.[84]. The town hall officially came into use as Stretford Town Hall on the granting of Stretford's charter, on 16 September 1933."

"King’s Gardens is a 17-acre garden located in the centre of Southport Town Centre, on the Promenade. The gardens are a hive of activity all year round and are a busy tourist attraction on the Southport seafront. The gardens have been restored to their former glory with Victorian shelters and the Venetian Bridge showcasing the beauty of the park, the gardens have sprung to life with an array of colourful flowerbeds and displays, lovingly maintained by the community."