Meat lovers are in for a treat, as it’s been announced that a new all-you-can-eat Brazilian rodizio is opening in Altrincham.
Brought to the Trafford market town by one of the restauranteurs behind Fazenda, new opening Jardim Rodizio will offer diners top-quality Brazilian-style steak in a bottomless dining setting.
Fazenda co-founder Robert Melman is behind the new concept, which will be launching inside the Old Post Rooms in Altrincham later this year.
Jardim, which translates simply to ‘garden’ from Portuguese, will be Robert’s first foray into opening his own restaurant since leaving the Fazenda group. / Image: Fazendo Group
Jardim, which translates simply to ‘garden’ from Portuguese, will be Robert’s first foray into opening his own restaurant since leaving the Fazenda group.
A project that began in lockdown, it will now be brought to life – taking over a building that has stood empty for over a year.
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In traditional rodizio style, meats here will be served directly off the cooking spit – sliced and plated right at your table, adding a theatrical edge to your Brazilian steakhouse experience.
New opening Jardim Rodizio from Fazenda co-founder Robert Melman will offer diners top-quality Brazilian-style steak in a bottomless dining setting. / Image: Fazenda Group
Diners will pay a fixed price, with servers bringing around a host of different options to your table until you can’t possibly muster anymore.
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Popular cuts found in rodizio restaurants tend to include maminha beef (a tri-tip sirloin steak exclusive to rodizio restaurants), frango com bacon (chicken wrapped in bacon), and linguiça (a mild Brazilian sausage).
Whilst the full details of the menu are still yet to be revealed, Robert has mentioned that there will be a salad bar in the 120-cover restaurant.
Jardim is due to open at 70 Stamford New Road in Altrincham this November / Image: Fazenda Group
If the Jardim salad bar is anything like the legendary one at Fazenda, we expect that this will be a reason to visit all on its own. Veggies and vegans should fear not.
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Robert told the MEN: “I wanted to create something new where I can add the personal touch again.
“Jardim has been a lockdown project of mine and I am loving the excitement of bringing something new to Altrincham.
He also revealed that he had not been able to say goodbye to his team when departing from Fazenda, who he considered as being like family, and commented that “as brands grow bigger that personality can be lost.”
Jardim is due to open at 70 Stamford New Road in Altrincham this November. To keep up with the restaurant, follow it on Instagram here.
Feature image – Jardim Rodizio
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The top 10 ‘happiest’ places to live in the North West in 2026 have been named
Emily Sergeant
The top 10 happiest places to live in the North West have been named for 2026.
It comes as Rightmove has published its annual ‘Happy at Home’ index this week, just as it has done for the last 14 years now, exploring exactly what it is that makes people feel content about where they live, and highlighting the happiest places nationwide ahead of the new year – with thousands of residents across more than 200 locations providing feedback.
The residents told the leading property listing platform what they love (or don’t love) about their community, from the friendliness of their neighbours, to job opportunities, access to green spaces, and so much more.
The survey also outlined the differences in happiness in rural, urban, and suburban environments, as well as the way our sense of ‘home happiness’ changes as we age.
So, when it comes to the North West as a whole then, where do we have in the top 10?
Well, to kick things off, you may have already seen that one Lancashire market town has earned its place in the top 10 nationwide, not just for the North West region – and that’s Chorley.
Closest to the Bolton and Wigan boroughs, Chorley – which is is about a 40-minute drive outside of Manchester, and sits on a direct train route into the city centre.
But aside from the national top 10, when it comes to the regional top 10, the next two towns following Chorley in second and third are both in Greater Manchester.
The North West’s top 10 happiest places to live 2026
Chorley
Stockport
Altrincham
Chester
Macclesfield
Southport
Kendal
Wirral
Northwich
Carlisle
Altrincham has been named one of the North West’s happiest places to live / Credit: The Manc Group
The ever-thriving Stockport comes in at number two, followed by Trafford favourite Altrincham directly behind it at number three.
Other of the region’s inclusions like Bury, Bolton, Wigan, and the Manchester borough itself all ranked towards the bottom.
Speaking on this year’s list, Colleen Babcock – a property expert at Rightmove – explained: “The balance between greenery and everyday convenience runs through the wider findings. Even among people who would ideally choose a rural setting, access to amenities, parks and public transport remains important.
“This year’s results suggest that the places people rate most highly aren’t simply urban or rural, but often bring together some of the best elements of both.”
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Manchester United’s statement in full as Michael Carrick is sacked as manager
Emily Sergeant
Manchester United has now released a formal statement following the news that Michael Carrick has been sacked with immediate effect.
Carrick – who initially played for Manchester United as a midfielder between 2006 and 2018 – was first appointed as a caretaker manager in 2021, before he went on to become the interim manager and then men’s first team head coach earlier this year.
Unfortunately though, United have struggled to find form this season – with the team winning only three of their first 15 games across all competitions.
The club’s statement reads in full: “Manchester United can confirm that Michael Carrick has departed his role as men’s first-team head coach.
“Michael rejoined the club in January and guided the team to a third-placed Premier League finish by winning 12 out of the remaining 17 games of the 2025/26 season, accumulating the highest points tally in the league during that period.
“After a disappointing start to the season, the club has come to the extremely difficult conclusion that a change is necessary in order to achieve our ambitions.
“Michael is, and always will be, a Manchester United legend. Just as he did as a player, he has conducted himself with the highest standards of dedication and professionalism throughout his time back with the club. His leadership and achievements last season will always be fondly remembered.
“The club intends to appoint a permanent successor as quickly as possible.”
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