A luxury hotel suite has been built at Old Trafford, offering some lucky fans the chance to spend the night at Manchester United’s home ground.
Marriott Bonvoy has created the Suite of Dreams accommodation, which will be the setting for the first ever overnight stay at the iconic stadium.
The hotel group is offering a lucky fan and a guest the chance to wake up in the football stadium, with a room overlooking the pitch.
As well as that, the package includes a number of behind-the-scenes experiences, including watching the team training and touring the stadium.
Inside the Suite of Dreams. Credit: Supplied
The winners of the Suite of Dreams stay will also be given match day tickets and hospitality.
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Whoever is chosen to spend the night will wake up at Old Trafford on the morning of the Premier League match against Chelsea in May.
Brian Povinelli, senior vice president of brand, loyalty and portfolio marketing at Marriott International, said: “Bringing our flagship brand, Marriott Hotels, to Old Trafford is just one of the ways we are bringing the extraordinary Marriott Bonvoy portfolio to life through our collaboration with Manchester United, one of the world’s most popular sports teams.
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“We’re thrilled to be creating this hospitality experience at this iconic location, giving a once-in-a-lifetime chance for fans to wake up in the home of Manchester United on the morning of a matchday.”
Victoria Timpson, Manchester United’s CEO of Alliances and Partnerships, added: “From the very beginning of our partnership, Marriott Bonvoy has created some truly unique experiences, and this is no exception.
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“Whoever wins this opportunity will receive the same first-class hospitality as they would at any Marriott Hotels property around the world, with the added excitement of being hosted at the ‘Theatre of Dreams’, one of the world’s most iconic football stadiums.”
To enter, visit ManUtd.com/SuiteofDreams and complete the form before 11:59 EST on April 15, 2022.
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Beloved Indian street food restaurant Chit ‘n’ Chaat to open new Trafford Centre site
Emily Sergeant
One of Manchester’s best-loved Indian street food restaurants is set to open a new site inside the Trafford Centre.
The Trafford Centre has always been known for its extensive offering of food and drink outlets, often leaving shoppers spoilt for choice – with popular coffee chain Blank Street, Asian food hall Hello Oriental, and beloved Manc Caribbean spot Jerk Junction, being just a handful of the new openings and announcements as of late.
And now, Chit ‘n’ Chaat is set to fling open its doors this autumn.
Unfamiliar with Chit ‘n’ Chaat? This Manchester born and bred brand has gone from strength to strength since its humble beginnings, and already has a number of popular locations across Greater Manchester in places like Cheadle, and Rusholme, as well as the newest addition over at Deansgate Square.
The new Trafford Centre location, however, is the first time the brand is opening a restaurant inside a shopping centre.
Promising to offer an “exceptional dining experience at an affordable price” when its doors open in the Upper Orient in a few weeks time, Chit ‘n’ Chaat’s new Trafford Centre menu will offer a vast choice of street-food inspired small plates, curries, noodle dishes, breads and more.
Owners say they have a “vision” to bring vibrant Indian street flavours to new markets.
Beloved Indian street food restaurant Chit ‘n’ Chaat is opening a new Trafford Centre site / Credit: The Manc Group
“The Trafford Centre is a dream location for our brand,” admitted Sagar Modha, who is the co-founder of Chit ‘n’ Chaat.
“After nearly two years of planning, we are proud to achieve this milestone and look forward to welcoming customers. Our vision has always been to bring the vibrant flavours of Indian street food to new markets, and Trafford Centre provides the ideal platform to do just that.
“We’re eager to share our culinary heritage with our customers and look forward to the exciting journey ahead.”
To properly celebrate the opening of the new restaurant, Chit ‘n’ Chaat diners can enjoy live Bollywood entertainment – with guests invited to sample a variety of dishes throughout the day, and enjoy 25% off their bill while they’re at it.
Keep your eyes peeled for confirmations of the exact opening date.
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Some seriously exciting culinary events are happening at this stunning Cheshire venue
Danny Jones
Just on the outskirts of Greater Manchester and spilling over into the North West countryside lays Millington Hall: a stunning farmhouse and 27-acre plot of land situated barely a 20-minute drive from Manchester which is hosting some wonderful culinary events from this summeronwards.
Specialising in local dining and hospitality experiences that strive to showcase the farm-to-table food and drink journey, tasting events, cookery courses and more, the charming Cheshire venue plays hosts to droves of foodies every year.
Moreover, they strive to be as low-carbon as possible, making them one of the most sustainable places offering these kinds of packages in the region, After a year of hugely successful events, they’re hoping to welcome even more Mancs and beyond to their quaint little corner for 2024.
What’s happening at Millington Hall Farmhouse in 2024?
The Big Cheshire Bake Off
First up on our calendar, at least, there’s no better place to start than with the aptly named Big Cheshire Bake Off this September. Having had a go at it for ourselves, we can’t vouch for it enough.
Get ready to unleash your inner baker with this three-hour experience where you take on a trio of challenges including a guided bake, a challenge round and a test of your decorating skills which will then be examined by the judges – just like on the show. We can’t say which one for copyright reasons…
But seriously, from the welcome glass of fizz, canapé snacks, tea and coffee, there are all the ingredients you’ll need for the competition and for a great day out.
Naturally, you’ll get to dig into all the bakes you make on the day (or box them up if you can resist the urge) and once again, the farm sources as many ingredients as sustainable as they can from a maximum of a 20-mile radius from the Altrincham farm – so you’re helping support the local area too.
Oh, did we mention there’s an on-site bar open throughout the day too? Honestly, what’s better than bubbles and cake? Taking place from 13-29 September, the Bake Off is open to all experience levels and makes for a great gift too. It’s already selling out quickly, so book your place now if you’re interested.
The Wild Grill Experience
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Next up is one for all you carnivores and foodies who genuinely do want to see how the sausage gets made. The Wild Grill Experience is all about discovering the art of butchery, grilling high-quality meat sourced from the region and, of course, eating.
Running for approximately four hours, if you’re someone barbecuing or simply making the most of local produce, the hope is that you’ll get as much educational value out of it as you will pure enjoyment.
Promising a truly hands-on experience whether you’re a seasoned grill master or a curious beginner, you’ll be welcomed into the ‘Wild Meadow’ by expert butchers/chefs for a jam-packed session featuring everything from pig butchery, meat seasoning, sausage-making and, of course, best cooking methods.
Last but not least, not only will you receive a welcome beer upon arrival as well as charcuterie snacks throughout, but you will get to sit down in the cosy ‘Nordic Tipi’ to dine on your perfectly prepared delectations with your coursemates and teachers as part of the final feast.
Available between 4-20 October, given that Spring sessions sold out so quickly, we’d recommend signing up sooner rather than later. You can book tickets online.
Farm-to-table, tasting events and so much more
Honestly, this is just the tip of the iceberg when it comes to Millington Hall Farm as these guys are offering up everything from various other culinary classes, tasting evenings for various local food and drink suppliers, and even gin-based glamping weekends.
They also do special Murder Mystery nights where you eat a three-course dinner whilst trying to figure out a vintage ‘whodunnit’, which genuinely sounds like the best game of Cluedo you’ll ever play.
The 2024 Murder Mystery night has already sold out but you can sign up now to be the first to hear about the 2025 season.
You can find their full list of events taking place in 2024HERE.