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The new bottomless brunch with fried chicken waffles and endless pints of beer

Georgina Pellant Georgina Pellant - 20th May 2022

There’s a new bottomless brunch launching in Manchester with fried chicken waffles and endless pints of beer, and it sounds like the stuff dreams are made of.

A collaboration between Northern Monk Refectory and Kong’s Chicken Shop, the NQ craft beer taproom’s brilliant kitchen residents, it’ll be taking place next month on 11 June with 90 minutes of free-flowing beer and some of the best fried chicken in the city.

Priced at £28 per person, for that you’ll be treated to an hour and a half of super fresh pints and a Kong’s brunch dish of your choice.

Think endless pints of Northern Monk favourites Great Northern lager, Eternal, A Little Faith and Striding Edge, and waffles, maple syrup, bacon, and fried chicken that’s been brined for three hours, rolled in a secret spice mix, then double-dredged for a crispier texture, and tell us you’re not drooling.

Image: Kong’s Chicken Shop

That’s not all, though. Also on the bottomless brunch menu, you’ll find steak and eggs – cooked to your exact liking – and veggie and vegan waffle variations made using fried oyster mushrooms.

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And if you’re not in the mood for beer, there’ll be mimosas included on the bottomless brunch deal too.

It’s all bar service rather than table service, so when you’ve finished your drink simply take your glass to the bar to get another.

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Image: Northern Monk Refectory

Sharing the news online, Northern Monk posted to its Instagram page: ” KONGS X NORTHERN MONK BOTTOMLESS BRUNCH

“On Saturday 11th June we’ll be hosting a bottomless brunch with our lovely resident kitchen @kongschickenshop. If you’re more into beer & fried chicken than avocado & bubbly, then this is the bottomless brunch event for you!

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“In the 90 minute session pick either fried chicken, bacon & maple syrup waffles, or steak n’ eggs, and wash it down with bottomless pints or mimosas!”

The bottomless brunch takes place next on 11 June between 12 and 1.30pm, and bookings are open now via the Northern Monk website.

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Police issue urgent appeal to help find missing pregnant woman

Danny Jones Danny Jones Missing pregnant woman Longsight Wythenshawe

Police in Longsight and Moss Side have shared an urgent appeal to help find a pregnant woman who went missing from Manchester this past Thursday.

The 34-year-old, thus far identified only as Jessica, was last seen around 7pm on 6 November.

Believed to be a Longsight local, she was last spotted in the area heading in the direction of Wythenshawe, but also has connections to other Greater Manchester areas.

It has now been over four days since she was most recently seen in person; her friends, family and authorities are understandably growing worried about her welfare.

Described as a white female with long brown hair, she was wearing a big coat and leggings at the time of her disappearance.

While details like her height and particulars surrounding clothing still remain unclear, she is heavily pregnant at around seven months with a noticeable bump.

Obviously, given her pregnancy, she is considered a vulnerable missing persons case.

Sharing a follow-up statement after the original post was shared by Greater Manchester Police (GMP), Longsight and Moss Side’s neighbourhood policing team added: Officers are becoming increasingly concerned about [Jessica] and want to make sure she is found safe and well.

They say that “extensive enquiries” have also been received and looked into since she was initially reported missing to us.

She is also said to have connections not only to the borough of Stockport but people in Manchester city centre, as well.

Officers are therefore asking anyone with any info they think might be helpful; you can contact the services via 101 quoting MSP/06A3/000/1558/25. As always, in the case of emergencies, please dial 999 immediately.

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Global governing body officially recognises Super League Basketball in positive push for the British game

Danny Jones Danny Jones British Super League Basketball officially recognised back FIBA governing body

The International Basketball Federation (FIBA), the global governing body for professional basketball, has officially recognised the UK’s Super League Basketball competition.

Formerly known as the British Basketball League, our domestic division has been through quite a turbulent time over the past couple of years, with teams disbanding, rebranding, and the organisation being completely overhauled from the ground up.

One of those in question was our very own local team, now known simply as Manchester Basketball, along with several other teams changing names, badges and more in line with the ‘new dawn’ for pro ball in our country.

Despite the second season of SLB being well underway, this latest chapter has still had a fair amount of teething problems and significant obstacles, with FIBA having previously suspended the British Basketball Federation’s (BBF) from licensing domestic men’s club competitions earlier this year.

Announcing the key bit of backing and forward step in terms of validation, Super League Basketball confirmed that FIBA have “officially recognised SLB” in a lengthy statement.

It continues: “This landmark decision marks a significant breakthrough for the sport across the UK and allows SLB and its member clubs to accelerate ambitious plans to nurture talent, enhance venues, and expand the top-tier league’s reach both domestically and internationally.

“Crucially, FIBA’s recognition also lifts the ban on Great Britain’s men’s national team competing on the international stage.”

As a result, they go on to explain that the league will now play “a pivotal role in the staging of Great Britain’s FIBA World Cup 2027 European Qualifiers fixture on 27 November” – which also serves as a huge plus for elite national programmes, both male and female.

Sanjay Bhandari MBE, who is currently serving as the Interim Independent Chair of Super League Basketball, commented: “We have been working quietly and diligently to secure a sustainable and positive pathway for top-flight basketball in the UK.

“We extend our thanks to the leaders of FIBA’s Task Force for their cooperation and continued support throughout this process. Together, we have reached a solution that gives our clubs the confidence they deserve and provides our fans with peace of mind after a challenging period for the sport…

“FIBA’s recognition is transformative and means that our plans to drive SLB forward as an ambitious, high-growth sports organisation can progress at pace. We look ahead with excitement as we work closely with FIBA, UK Sport and government to ensure the sport achieves the success it deserves across all areas.” With the latest campaign having tipped off in September, they’ve stood tall and steadfast.

The decision comes after a task force with dispatched by FIBA to consult with relevant SLB stakeholders and sporting authorities, which the result being an outcome that benefited both parties: i.e. the body recognising that they represent the best course for “safeguarding the stability and integrity of the sport.”

Sharing their own comment on the watershed breakthrough, FIBA added: “To ensure the stability and continuity of top-tier men’s basketball in Great Britain during this period of suspension, FIBA has entered into a direct recognition agreement with Super League Basketball.

“This agreement provides a framework for the organisation and governance of domestic competitions while preserving regulatory integrity.”

“FIBA, through its Task Force, will continue to work closely with BBF and all relevant stakeholders, including UK Sport and the UK Government, to support BBF in becoming a self-sustaining organisation and to secure the long-term stability and growth of men’s basketball in Great Britain.”

We’re glad this long, drawn-out period of uncertainty has wrapped up in plenty of good time for the competition to now focus on the fast-approaching finals early next year. It’s also a nice bonus that they’re happening right here in Greater Manchester.

The Super League Basketball cup finals are coming to Manchester

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