A new bottomless brunch has landed in Manchester with a New York city-inspired disco twist.
Promising 90 minutes of endless New York sours and Cosmopolitan cocktails, sensational disco beats and voguing performances, the raucous new brunch party will be hosted at Ducie Street Warehouse (DSW) every Saturday.
Whilst Manchester is credited as the birthplace of modern clubbing, it’s in New York that disco was born. This new bottomless brunch at DSW pays homage to the city’s disco culture as well as others around the world.
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A disco brunch on Saturday 26 February will mark the start of the party series, with a vogue performance from The Ghetto Collective, music from DJs Danielle Moore, Rebecca Never Becky and a live trumpet, plus a special host.
Food-wise, the menu has been created by head chef Andrew Green and will nod to the big apple with NYC-inspired dishes like steak and eggs and rainbow bagels.
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Offering a mix of savoury and sweet dishes, DSW’s signature gochujang fried chicken waffles with maple sauce, peanuts, and sesame will appear alongside stacked pancakes, brioche French toast, and a special knickerbocker glory – made with Gooey cookie pieces, poached plums, cherries and Northern bloc ice cream.
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Image: DSW
On the savoury side think tofu scramble on sourdough, shakshuka, a signature ‘Tower Stack’ complete with Grandad’s sausages, crisp dry cured bacon, Burford brown egg, melted American cheese and potato cake, and a veggie-friendly halloumi and potato cake stack.
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There will also be a variety of eggs benedict dishes and on toast options, which choices including mushrooms, avocado and feta and chilli, Burford Browns and sumac.
Bottomless cocktaila and dishes will be available to order in the lounge every Saturday, but it’s on the last weekend of the month the warehouse will really kick things up a notch with a full-blown party.
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The DSW restaurant will be transformed into beautiful surroundings with sounds from the finest DJs from 1pm until 4pm, before the decks are moved back into the lounge for the party to continue long into the night.
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The brunch menu is available starting from this Saturday, 27 February, 11am until 4pm, priced at £40 per person, which includes bottomless Cosmopolitans or New York sours and a brunch dish.
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Council announces return of FREE firework displays in Manchester parks
Emily Sergeant
The skies over Manchester will light up once again, as free firework displays are set to return to several of the city’s parks.
You may remember that major fireworks events throughout the city had been paused following the COVID-19 pandemic, due to funding challenges, with Manchester City Council choosing to invest in a range of other community-focused events across throughout the autumn season instead, rather than one-off firework celebrations.
But now, once this November rolls around, all of that is set to change.
That’s because, on Saturday 7 November, free fireworks events will return to Heaton Park, Wythenshawe Park, and Platt Fields Park.
First up, there will be a reduced-noise, low-impact display at 5pm for families and SEND audiences, and a main fireworks display then to follow a little later at 8pm.
The Council has announced the return of free firework displays in Manchester parks / Credit: Unsplash
Each of the three parks will host lantern making workshops in the weeks leading up to the events too, with family-friendly lantern parades taking place ahead of the 8pm firework shows.
The Council says that the return of the free fireworks events reflects residents’ recent feedback about what they want to see in their community and how they want funding to be distributed.
“It’s a chance, at the start of the shorter days and beginning of the dark winter months, to come together and resume a much-loved annual tradition as well as enjoying an evening of safe entertainment and spectacular fireworks displays,” Manchester City Council said in a statement.
Councillor Basat Sheikh, who is the Executive Member for Neighbourhoods, added: “We are delighted to announce and welcome the return of our much-loved fireworks celebrations.
It’s the first time they’ve returned since the COVID-19 pandemic / Credit: Elisha Terada (via Unsplash)
“Our parks should be shared spaces that create opportunities for Manchester people to gather, which is why bringing back the fireworks displays was top of our agenda. And we also recognise the importance of community which is why we will also continue to invest in a wide range of activities in our parks throughout the year.
“The return of these events is a wonderful opportunity for families and communities to create lasting memories and enjoy the long-standing tradition of fireworks in our parks in a safe way.”
Additional entertainment will be announced for each park in the coming weeks too, so keep your eyes peeled for more.
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Stockport man admits to drugging and raping his wife without her knowledge for more than 20 years
Emily Sergeant
A man in his 60s from Stockport has admitted drugging and raping his wife in a ‘horrific’ 20-year campaign of abuse.
According to Greater Manchester Police (GMP), the man – who cannot be identified in order to protect the life-long anonymity of the victim – previously admitted five counts of rape, three counts of sexual assault, six counts of assault by penetration, and one count of sharing intimate photos or film.
And now, during an appearance at Manchester Minshull Street Crown Court yesterday (14 September), he pleaded guilty to a further 45 charges.
This makes it 60 charges in total the man has now pleaded guilty to.
Some of the charges he pleaded guilty to yesterday include a further 16 counts of rape, nine counts of assault by penetration, seven counts of sexual assault, and four counts of attempted rape, amongst several others.
Speaking following the court appearance yesterday, GMP’s Assistant Chief Constable, Rick Jackson, said: “Our focus remains on supporting the victim of this horrific campaign of abuse through what is a very complex investigation.
“Specialist support continues to be provided to the victim at the centre of this case.
“If you are concerned you or someone you know may be affected by drug-facilitated sexual abuse, please know that you do not need proof, certainty, or a clear memory to be taken seriously.
“You are not expected to understand exactly what has happened or who was involved in order to be taken seriously. If you feel that something has happened, then please report it or ask for help.”
GMP reiterates that anyone who does choose to report sexual abuse does not need a full account or clear memory, can share as much or as little as they feel able, and will be supported by trained officers, as their ‘immediate’ safety and wellbeing will be the ‘priority’.
They may also speak to a support organisation first and decide later whether to involve police.
Saint Mary’s Sexual Assault Referral Centre – Services are available on a 24-hour basis, and can be accessed by calling 0161 276 6515.
Greater Manchester Rape Crisis – Call on 0161 273 4500 or email [email protected]
Georgina Pellant -
21st February 2022 
