Food & Drink

KFC have launched their own perfume – oh, and a new burger

Nothing more attractive than a partner that smells like fried chicken.

Danny Jones Danny Jones - 30th April 2024

Fast food giants KFC have launched their very own perfume in one of the weirdest marketing stunts we’ve seen in a long while.

That being said, we definitely want a bottle.

KFC‘s fried chicken-themed fragrance launches next month and is fashionably named ‘No 11 Eau de BBQ’, a nod to their newest menu item, the Ultimate BBQ Burger, which we also want in our possession as soon as humanly possible.

The franchise’s new signature scent launches in just a week’s time and, yes, you can genuinely buy it along with the new burger for a limited time only.

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Again, this is a real thing you can pay actual money for. (Credit: KFC UKI)

The UK-only release actually sold out when it came to pre-orders but Brits will be able to get their hands on another batch when the second lot drops on 7 May.

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Promising a charcoal and smoky wood-scented aroma that immediately transports you to your mate’s back garden as he turns cheap burger patties into overly blackened dry pucks of meat that you definitely would’ve cooked better if you were in charge, the stunt is also helping raise money for non-profits.

Available in 100ml bottles and for just £11, 100% of the proceeds of every sale will go towards the KFC Foundation, which supports grassroots organisations empowering young people to unleash their potential and build a positive future in local communities across the country.

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As for the burger that inspired it, the special edition menu item is a nod to BBQ season gradually approaching and they’ve even made a nod to our famously reliable British weather and its attempts to derail the art of outdoor grilling in a new advert.

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The Ultimate BBQ Burger has already launched and will be on the menu until 9 June, priced at £6.49 or £9.99 for a box meal which comes with the burger, a regular mini fillet, regular fries, BBQ sauce and a drink.

And don’t worry, it’ll be available on delivery too — we know we’ve had problems with that when it comes to specials in the past.

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As KFC’s No 11 Eau de BBQ perfume, you can wait in the online queue like everyone else HERE and let’s just say you’ll be fighting us and plenty of other Mancs for every last drop.

Anyone else suddenly in the mood for a Zinger?…

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Food & Drink

Red Light is hosting a street party in Manchester city centre to celebrate their first birthday

Danny Jones Danny Jones Street party Kampus Manchester city centre

One of the most exciting bars in Manchester, Red Light, is hosting a big street party to mark an incredible first year of service.

To mark their first birthday over on Little David Street, they’re turning Kampus into one big party neighbourhood – and we already know they’re pretty good at that – teaming up with Flash, pioneers of the iconic Ibiza party scene, to make sure it’s a belter.

Positioned as one of the liveliest LGBTQ+ bars in Manchester city centre, they’ve built up a really strong following in their first 12 months and now they’re set to celebrate in style.

Oh, and you’re invited, of course.

As promised by the expert mixologists themselves, guests can expect expertly crafted Red Light cocktails in an inclusive and carefree atmosphere, all tucked away in arguably the coolest little side street in Manchester.

There’ll also be plenty of summer classics like Aperol spritzes and daiquiris, as well as some special Red Light party treats, such as Frozen Irish Coffee and Pink Picantes.

Tunes will be provided by Guy Williams, Flash’s founder, who currently houses the self-proclaimed “polysexual party where everyone’s welcome” at Ibiza institution, Pikes, so you already know they’re going to guarantee a good time.

We saw similar street party scenes at Kampus last year and they didn’t disappoint – well, Manchester never does.

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The boutique hotel and Balearic island clubbers have been going since 1980 and are famous for their inclusive nightlife and rich cultural history.

It’s where they filmed George Michael’s iconic ‘Club Tropicana’ after all and if it was good enough for Freddie Mercury (one of their most famous regulars), then it’s more than good enough for us.

Red Light’s first birthday street party takes place on 1 June with last entry at 5pm, so be sure to get there early and soak up as much of the atmosphere as possible.

You can grab your tickets HERE and we’ll catch you there!

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Featured Images — Supplied/KAMPUS

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Sora – Manchester’s newest rooftop restaurant offers an Oriental adventure with its afternoon tea

Daisy Jackson Daisy Jackson Afternoon tea at Sora in Manchester

One of Manchester’s newest restaurant openings has been receiving plenty of attention thanks to its rooftop views right across the city centre skyline.  

But even without the incredible setting, the food at Sora is deserving of attention too. 

This beautiful restaurant has a pan-Asian menu of small plates and robatayaki (a Japanese barbecue) dishes, as well as an afternoon tea that’s a little more interesting than your average. 

Sora’s afternoon tea experience promises a ‘sensory journey to the orient’ through perfect bites of sushi, savoury dishes, and sweet treats. 

For just £35 per person, you’re treated to a tower of delicacies, with a free cocktail added in for readers of The Manc (claim yours at the bottom of this article). 

The afternoon tea’s savouries feature tempura prawns with sweet chilli sauce, a cucumber sesame salad, chicken yakitori with tamarind and peanut, and pork belly with burnt apple puree. 

Then there are a couple of beautiful sushi dishes – a spicy tuna gunkan and classic California rolls.

The views from Sora in Malmaison in Manchester. Credit: Supplied
The views from Sora in Malmaison in Manchester. Credit: Supplied
The Manc readers can get a free cocktail when booking afternoon tea at Sora. Credit: The Manc Group
The Manc readers can get a free cocktail when booking afternoon tea at Sora. Credit: The Manc Group

The sweet treats go way beyond your usual scones and Victoria sponges too, infusing exciting flavours from across Asia in this twist on a British tradition. 

There’s a blueberry bergamot roll, a matcha chocolate slice, a mango coconut dome, and dinky miso caramel chocolate tarts.

Oh, there are still scones too – these ones are matcha flavoured, with a kumquat compote and clotted cream. 

Even the crockery is amazing – the afternoon treats are served on a tower of plates arranged around a ceramic golden stork. 

There’s a massive list of cocktails to choose from at Sora, from cherry blossom negronis to passion fruit mai tais. 

Sora’s main menu is packed full of sashimi, grilled meats, crispy fried small plates, and seasonal specials. 

There’s also a set lunch menu, where you can choose one dish from each section of the menu – sushi, robata grill and crispy – for only £25. 

Sora is the crown jewel in the stylish Malmaison Deansgate hotel, Manchester’s newest luxury hotel. 

To book your Sora afternoon tea, head here. And to add a cocktail to your afternoon tea free of charge, simply quote TheManc in the booking comments. 

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