A restaurant dedicated to all things truffle is opening in the Northern Quarter

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A new restaurant and takeaway with a menu dedicated to truffle-infused dishes is opening in the Northern Quarter.

Mother Truffler is set to open on Tib Street, taking over the former Kingfisher chippy (which we didn’t even know had shut down).

Signs have appeared in the windows of the corner unit, which will count venues like Siop Shop and Ad Maiora as neighbours.

Mother Truffler has been successfully operating as a dark kitchen with glowing reviews on delivery platforms, but is now venturing out into its first bricks and mortar site.

Based on their delivery menu, Mother Truffler will be serving a menu of different burgers, each one featuring a truffle-infused sauce.

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And there’s a gap in the market for burgers in the Northern Quarter since the closure of Super Awesome Deluxe.

Founder Youssef Taha has been sharing updates of the renovation of the space, as work gets underway to transform the old chippy into a truffle restaurant.

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The new website states: “Proudly crafting truffle-rich food in the heart of Manchester. Rooted in quality. Inspired by truffle.”

And menu items are set to include smash burgers with truffle mayo, chicken burgers with truffle ranch, truffle parmesan fries, and a range of other mouth-watering sides.

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England head coach Shaun Wane quits ahead of 2026 Rugby League World Cup

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England head coach Shaun Wane has stepped down from his role as the national team setup after more than half a decade in the post.

His resignation comes as the Rugby Football League (RFL) looks to pivot and set out a long-term vision ahead of the World Cup later this year.

The Wigan-born former Warriors manager’s replacement is expected to be merely a part-time appointment as future planning begins.

Announced on Wednesday, 14 January, Shaun Wane’s tenure has ended “effective immediately”.

Sharing an official update online, the RFL wrote: “Wane, who has led England since February 2020, has taken time to reflect on the programme and believes the timing is right for new leadership to guide the team into the next phase, including the upcoming World Cup. 

“During his tenure, Wane oversaw memorable series victories over Tonga in 2023 and a star-studded Samoa a year later, as well as a semi-final in the World Cup. He finishes with 14 wins from 19 matches.”

Crediting him as one of “a very small elite number of coaches to have won the full suite of domestic club honours and achieved World Club Championship success”, hailing his experience and longevity both as a player and as a coach.

As for Wane himself, he said: “It has been the honour of my life to coach England Rugby League over the last six years, but after careful reflection, I believe the time is right to step aside and allow the programme to move forward into its next chapter. 

The 61-year-old ex-pro goes on to add, “The privilege of leading my country in a World Cup, an Ashes Series on home soil and securing victories over Tonga and Samoa will live long in the memory.

“I’m incredibly grateful to all the players, coaches and staff I’ve worked alongside during that time; their commitment and professionalism made those moments possible. I wish everyone involved with England Rugby League the best going forward and for the World Cup later this year.” 

According to the latest reports online, St Helens boss Paul Rowley is now said to be the favourite to take over in the interim.

The 2026 Rugby League World Cup is still months away (scheduled to take place in October and November), but the governing body will want to get the new setup and coaching in place as soon as possible to prepare for the tournament.

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