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Images of new San Carlo at Manchester Airport Terminal 2 appear online

The latest set of images showcase a stylish venue - with sleek, modern aesthetic and a magnificent view overlooking the airport runway.

The Manc The Manc - 22nd February 2021
Image: DSP_Electrical / Twitter

The first images of Manchester Airport’s terrific-looking Terminal 2 appeared online earlier in February – teasing commuters with the prospect of luxurious surroundings when holidays finally return.

Around a dozen photos of the £1 billion revamped travel hub were shared widely on social media – offering us a sneak peek at lush lounge areas, pubs, cafes and eateries.

Among them was a shot of a new San Carlo – a familiar family-owned Italian restaurant with several existing sites dotted across Manchester (including Chichetti, Bottega and Fumo venues in the city centre).

More photos of the restaurant’s new branch at Manchester Airport were shared online last week by DSP Electrical – an electrical engineering firm doing work on the project.

The latest set of images showcase a stylish venue – with sleek, modern aesthetic and a magnificent view overlooking the airport runway.

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A grand opening date for the restaurant, however, is yet to be confirmed.

Currently, Terminal 2 at Manchester Airport remains closed until further notice – with limited flights operating via Terminal 1.

There are hopes the new terminal could open in spring, depending on cases and travel rules.

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New two-storey Latin BBQ restaurant, bar, and music venue Dahlia opens in the Northern Quarter

Lydia Mastrolonardo Lydia Mastrolonardo Dahlia in the Northern Quarter

The Northern Quarter has welcomed a huge two-storey Latin BBQ restaurant, bar and music venue, brought to you by the same team behind Manchester’s beloved Firehouse and Ramona – you just know it’s going to be good with names like that.

Taking over the site formerly home to Pie & Ale, Dahlia has a few different concepts under one roof, but don’t let that confuse you too much.

Up first is Barbacoa Cósmica, an open-fire grill kitchen, with cooking inspired by Latin America and the southern states of America. As the Northern Quarter’s first open fire grill kitchen, guests will have the unique experience of being able to watch the chefs in action, from their kitchen counter seats.

The concept is the product of years of travelling across Latin America, exploring regional recipes and techniques, then condensed down to allow us to take a road trip from San Diego to Jalisco, Mexico City to Oaxaca, all from the comfort of our seats.

Dahlia is also be home to Bar Más Bonita, translating to ‘most beautiful bar’, a lively Liquorita serving up all sorts of Latin American specialties – think vibrant, handcrafted cocktails and salted rims with tequila, mezcal, rum and Latin spirits. 

In the evenings, the space will transform into Dahlia Stereo, an intimate two-storey music space powered by a bespoke Hatchett Sound system.

Every element of the venue has been carefully considered by sound engineers and acoustic specialists, including Jonny ‘Oppo’ of Neuron Audio, to ensure the best listening experience possible.  

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Dahlia in the Northern Quarter
Dahlia in the Northern Quarter
Dahlia in the Northern Quarter
Dahlia in the Northern Quarter. Credit: The Manc Group

Jonny “Oppo” said: “We have been building and working with sound systems for years, but Manchester’s bars and restaurants have never had an installation at this level. Every detail of the room has been designed around how music should sound and feel. It is genuinely exciting for the city.”

In addition to this, the iconic Jonjo Williams of Maribou State and Rich Reason of Hit & Run, have carefully curated a music programme for September to give us a flavour of what’s to come, including sets from Gilles Peterson, Quantic, Gia Fu, DJ Die and Joey T.

With craft being central to the space, almost every element has been made by hand by the Dahlia team and its team of trusted independent artisans and specialist suppliers. From the artwork and upholstery, to the world class sound system and the team’s own bottled Latin spirits, it truly has all been carefully thought through.

To celebrate its launch, Dahlia is offering 50% off the food bill while the new team trains and gets up to speed on Wednesdays, Thursdays, and Sundays in September, before 9pm, when you book a table and follow @dahliastereo on instagram.

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Featured image: The Manc Group

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Brilliant Saddleworth restaurant shares statement after devastating fire that brought village to a standstill

Daisy Jackson Daisy Jackson Hot Duck in Uppermill has shared a statement after a fire

A brilliant restaurant in Saddleworth has been left ‘badly damaged’ after a huge blaze ripped through it yesterday afternoon.

Hot Duck in Uppermill, a modern Chinese establishment tucked above a takeaway, said that the fire on Sunday 6 September has been ‘devastating’.

Both Hot Duck and Hei Hei, which share a building on the village’s high street, will be closed for the foreseeable future.

But in a statement, Hot Duck said they will ‘do everything we can to come back stronger’.

They reassured customers that everyone is safe following the blaze.

Six fire engines from across Greater Manchester scrambled to the fire yesterday, with High Street closed while emergency services attended.

Locals were asked to avoid the area on Sunday evening.

Hot Duck said in a statement: “Thank you to everyone who has reached out over the last 24 hours. As many of you know, our restaurant has suffered a devastating fire affecting our whole building.

Inside Hot Duck in Uppermill before the fire
Inside Hot Duck in Uppermill before the fire
Hot Duck's incredible dim sum
Hot Duck’s incredible dim sum

“Thankfully, everyone is safe, and for that, we’re incredibly grateful. We are still processing what comes next.

“It’s heartbreaking to see something we’ve worked so hard on over the years so badly damaged.

“The kindness, messages, calls, and offers of help mean more than we can put into words. To our customers, friends, neighbors, suppliers, and the wider community, thank you. Your support has given us hope at a time we really needed it.

“For now, the restaurant will remain closed while we begin the long process of rebuilding. It won’t be easy, but we will do everything we can to come back stronger. We’ll keep you updated. We will be back.”

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Featured image: The Manc Group

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