A curry house in Manchester is going all out to celebrate the Class of 2023 with free glasses of prosecco, special desserts, and an all-out Indian feast.
Tucked just behind Oxford Road close to the Manchester Metropolitan University campus, Zouk Tea Bar & Grill is getting ready to welcome new graduates for a celebration as caps and gowns flood the city this month.
The popular eatery – known for its delicious curries, whole stuffed lamb legs, freshly baked naans, cocktails, and epic sharing roast platters with spicy gravy – will be pulling out all the stops for new graduates and their families this July.
Kicking things off from the first of the month, Zouk will be handing out complimentary glasses of prosecco to diners sampling its special Graduation set menu.
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Starting things off with a glass of fizz to toast your success, the restaurant has also created a special chocolate Graduation cap dessert comprised of a creamy chocolate fondant adorned with rich dark chocolate, decorated with a rainbow belt sweet and a Smartie button.
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Elsewhere, those celebrating can dig into special Graduation sharing platters loaded with Chicken Tikka, Lamb Chops, Tandoori King Prawns, Seekh Kebab, Mango Salad and Katchumber Salad. Served as part of a set menu priced at £28 per person, for this diners can also enjoy a complimentary welcome drink alongside bhajis, popadoms and pickles.
For those really wanting to push the boat out, there is also a £40 lobster Graduation sharing platter piled high with fruits of the sea. Zouk’s Lobster Thermador takes center stage here, surrounded by Spicy Salmon Pakoras, Dynamite Shrimp, Crispy Calamari, Mango Salad and Katchumber Salad.
Accompanied by Basmati Rice, Pilau Rice and assorted fresh naans made in Zouk’s open kitchen, both options offer a stylish way for graduates to toast a new chapter.
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Speaking on the special Graduation offer the restaurant has put together this month, owner Tayub Amjad said: “We love graduation time at Zouk! All that hard work, all those evenings of study, the missed nights out and the blood, sweat and tears have finally paid off.
“I remember myself that feeling when the results are in, and you are finally free to venture out and celebrate with family and friends. We love being a part of that celebration.”
Spooktacular Halloween trail to return to National Trust site Quarry Bank
Daisy Jackson
A Halloween trail is set to return to Quarry Bank Mill this autumn for one of the region’s most hauntingly beautiful seasonal events.
The National Trust site is a former working mill and one of the country’s finest industrial buildings – but as night falls and the shadows lengthen, a haunting will begin…
This year’s Halloween at Quarry Bank will again feature spooky light installations, a mesmerising laser garden, and a thrilling fire show, as well as live performances and seasonal food and drink.
Returning for a second year, Halloween at Quarry Bank will be an unforgettable experience for all ages.
Fog will swirl through the paths around the grounds, as glowing demon eyes watch over passers-by and giant skeletons loom over twisted trees.
If you’re brave enough, the trail then heads inside the mill itself, where creaking and clanking sounds of its industrial past hint at something a little more haunted.
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As you wander the trail, you’ll pass installations like glowing fire spheres and catacombs echoing with whispers from the past, plus plenty more surprises waiting in the shadows.
Then you can refuel with ‘bewitched burgers and freaky fries’, plus hot toddys and decadent hot chocolates.
You can even toast a marshmallow over an open fire.
Halloween at Quarry Bank is designed for families, couples, and groups of friends alike, and attracts visitors from all over Greater Manchester, Cheshire, Merseyside and Lancashire.
Entry to the trail is on a timed slot system – tickets are on sale now HERE.
Inside the brand-new rental houses at Bolton’s landmark £35m development, Deansgate Gardens
Daisy Jackson
The first residents are in, and the launch of Deansgate Gardens – a landmark £35m development in Bolton town centre – is live.
This impressive new development has brought 167 high-quality rental homes to Bolton, creating a residential neighbourhood that features rooftop terraces, gardens, and stunning communal spaces.
The homes on Deansgate, Bolton have been built specifically for renters, with spacious layouts in an ideal location just a two-minute walk from Bolton Town Hall and a short commute to Manchester.
And, unusually for new rental developments, it’s not all about apartments here (though there are beautiful one- and two-bedroom apartments with rooftop gardens available).
It’s also somewhere you can rent two-bedroom townhouses, and have your very own yard.
Every home is built with energy efficiency in mind, with heat pumps and enhanced insulation, plus rooftop solar panels on selected homes, keeping those pesky bills down.
This pet-friendly development comes from developer Placefirst, and is a key moment in the wider £1bn regeneration masterplan for Bolton.
Inside Deansgate Gardens in BoltonInside Deansgate Gardens in BoltonA spacious bedroomThe rooftop terraceView from the rooftop terrace
Deansgate Gardens is located just opposite the former Beales department store, connected by the train station, bus interchange, and town centre within walking distance.
These stylish new homes are built around a central square and communal courtyards. The result? Somewhere residents can relax, socialise, and connect.
There’s even a dedicated Resident Service Manager and 24/7 maintenance support for peace of mind.
And just a short walk away you’ll find parks like Queen’s Park, plus beautiful routes along the River Croal.
Ready to make these houses your home? Book in for a tour around Deansgate Gardens today HERE.
The Manc -
3rd July 2023 
