A massive beer festival is coming to Victoria Warehouse next month
Breweries announced so far include Beer Ink, Caps Off, Strange Times, Farm Yard Brew Co, Electric Bear Brewing, Mad Squirrel and Hackney Church Brew Co.
A massive beer festival is coming to Trafford next month as VIctoria Warehouse prepares to host its first ever Craft Brew Festival.
Bringing together a selection of the best micro and independent craft breweries from across the UK, it will feature a diverse range of beers.
Punters heading down can expect to find everything from hoppy IPAs and rich stouts to sours, saisons and everything in between, all carefully selected by beer experts.
Offering punters the chance to explore new and exciting craft breweries, festival organisers promise an ‘unforgettable tasting experience’ for those attending the event.
Breweries announced so far include Beer Ink, Caps Off, Strange Times, Farm Yard Brew Co, Electric Bear Brewing, Mad Squirrel and Hackney Church Brew Co, with more to be announced soon.
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However, If for any reason beer is not your thing then not to worry, as the festival will also have a large selection of discovery wines and fine craft spirits.
In addition to the delicious drinks, visitors can also look forward to award-winning artisan street food, live music and entertainment throughout the weekend.
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Due to take place from 19 to 20 May 2023, tickets are priced at £15 and include entry, free samples, souvenir glass, festival programme, a goodie bag and opportunities to meet the brewers, plus plenty of live music, fun and games.
Speaking on the upcoming event, festival organiser Simon Robinson said: “I’m thrilled to be launching the inaugural Craft Brew Festival at such an iconic Manchester venue, that has such a rich industrial heritage.
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“Manchester has a long and proud tradition of brewing, and we’re excited to be bringing together some of the most talented and innovative craft brewers from across the UK all under one roof and putting on one hell of a party.”
Tickets for Manchester Craft Brew Festival are selling fast with the Saturday afternoon session already sold out.
His post has generated a fair bit of reaction already, with one person replying: “Ridiculous advice! Loss of a table for 4 ! Empty tables for 2! Over ordered and over staffed, this stupidly from someone who should know better must corrected. Every customer counts in this day and age.”
Someone else wrote: “The amount of people booking 2 venues this year and cancelling is on the increase too!! We are now taking deposits for groups over 6 to try and eliminate this! When space is an issue booking more than you need is not fair on the venues!!”
Another commented: “A table of 3 is actually sat on a table for four. So you’re denying the business of 50% of its potential turnover. Do not do this.”
Sacha Lord – Night Time Economy Adviser to Greater Manchester.
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Petit Paris, a charming deli and wine bar in Manchester, announces sudden closure
Daisy Jackson
Petit Paris, a lovely little wine bar and deli in the heart of Manchester, has announced its shock closure.
The cosy spot on King Street shared the news ‘with big sadness’ over the weekend, writing: “Petit Paris, c’est fini”.
The French deli was loved for its incredible selection of wines, as well as its huge cheese boards and sandwiches you could order.
In summer, it had plenty of seating outside on the beautiful cobbled King Street where you could sit and people-watch with a glass of rose in hand.
Petit Paris wrote in a statement shared on Instagram: “Brexit and current climate for independent businesses didn’t encourage us to continue the adventure.”
The local business is still up for a Manchester Food and Drink Award, where it’s nominated for Food and Drink Retailer of the Year.
Petit Paris’s full statement reads: “Petit Paris c’est fini….
Inside the Petit Paris French deli in Manchester. Credit: The Manc GroupPetit Paris in Manchester was a prime people-watching spot. Credit: The Manc GroupOysters and wine at Petit Paris. Credit: The Manc Group
“It is with big sadness that we have to announce the closure of our lovely deli in Manchester. It’s been 2 incredible years and we our grateful for all the support our customer showed us and our amazing staff that worked hard everyday!
“Thank you to all local social media that provide us great visibility and put us with the best in town.
“Brexit and current climate for independent businesses didn’t encourage us to continue the adventure.
“If you want to support one more time go on and vote for us at the Manchester food & drink festival for 2024.
“Please keep supporting small independent businesses! Merci.”
Georgina Pellant -
20th April 2023 
