A raft of exciting new independent traders have been added to Deliveroo’s platform this month – and we’re pleased to see that some of our absolute favourites have made the list.
From Sopranos-themed hoagie slingers Bada Bing to modern Chinese takeaway heroes Salt and Pepper, there are some ace new additions to liven up your next lazy takeaway night.
Whether you’re after old school cakes loaded with custard or a proper pie delivering to your door, we’ve broken down our favourite new indie additions below to save you from endlessly (and hungrily) scrolling through.
Keep reading for some new takeaway inspiration.
Salt & Pepper – Manchester
Run by brother and sister Cash and Chloe Yung, Salt & Pepper has become one of the most popular takeaways in Manchester over the past few years. From chicken strips and wings to shredded beef, king prawns and tofu, everything here gets the Cantonese salt and pepper treatment. Order yours with salt and pepper chips, jasmine rice or mini flatbreads.
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Image: Bada Bing
Bada Bing – Manchester
These two-fisted Sopranos-inspired hoagies are already legendary in Manchester, despite the fact that founders Meg and Sam have been running the business for less than a year. Stuffed to the brim with meats, cheeses, homemade pickles and sauces, no one can accuse them of being stingy with the fillings here. There’s also regularly changing specials, with an option for vegans and veggies always on the menu.
Yara – Chorlton
Lebanese restaurant Yara took over the former Cask & Kiln site in Chorlton in July last year. Since then, they’ve proven very popular with locals for their delicious marinated meat dishes, with the homemade hummus also getting a special shout out. Already well established in Altrincham, Cheadle and Stockport, the restaurant’s made a great addition to Chorlton.
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Seoul Chikin in Moston is a little dark kitchen pushing out punchy flavours / Image: Edible Bible
Seoul Chikin – Moston
Inspired by the vibrant flavours of Seoul street food, Moston’s Seoul Chikin mixes punchy Korean sauces with juicy triple-breaded chicken fillets – all cooked freshly to order. With a mix of K wings and K burgers on offer, in classic Korean style kimchi can be found in spades stuffed into a number of Seoul Chikin’s burgers to add that extra spicy, fermented tang to proceedings.
Oriental City – Manchester
Serving a mix of cuisines ranging from Cantonese to Sichuan and Chinese, the menu here at Oriental City is pretty vast spanning curry, seafood, noodles and more. Chef’s specials include deep-fried duck, chicken and prawn dishes as well as Hong Kong-style char sui and crispy shredded meats in Cantonese sauce.
With a huge selection of waffles, pancakes, milk cakes, cookie dough and more, if you want a good-looking dessert then the Little Dessert Shop in Cheetham Hill is absolutely the spot. Absolutely indulgence is guaranteed, no matter what you’re after they’ve probably got it. From sundaes to cheesecake, brownies, bakes, patisserie and school favourites like cornflake tarts and retro sprinkles, we’re obsessed.
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NaNa’s Cafe & Grill – Sale
From sharing platters to fry ups, wraps, wings and burgers, NaNa’s in Sale can carry you through from morning til night with their all-day menu. Flame-grilled chicken features heavily here, with the option to order different portion sizes with drinks and sides packaged in. There’s also some tasty-looking smash burgers on the menu.
The buttermilk chicken, bacon and somerset brie pie here is perfect for the season / Image: The Merlin
The Merlin – Alderley Edge
Swanky Alderley Edge venue The Merlin is another new indie addition to Deliveroo this month, offering a mixture of small plates, rotisserie and classics, alongside pizzas, burgers and desserts, Bringing its full restaurant experience to you at home, tuck into the likes of deep-fried brie; king prawn, crab and chorizo linguine; and buttermilk chicken, bacon and somerset brie pie for the ultimate treat night in.
Havana Burgers & Shakes – Oldham
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Dogs n Dough
American as it comes, Dogs n Dough offers exactly what it says on the tin. If you want loaded hot dogs and pizzas, you cannot go wrong here. A longstanding favourite in the city, choices include the likes of their ‘Hawaiin’ and ‘Chilli Cheese’ dogs alongside classic pizzas, burgers and a huge dirty fries selection that essentially loads all those toppings onto a big fat portion of chips. Cheeky.
Oldham’s burger and shakes joint is a great go-to for a quick scran, dishing up flame-grilled chicken burgers and wings, wraps and more. There are some great family deals here on buckets too, with prices starting from just £14.
Bollywood Spice – Ashton
For lovers of a good Indian takeaway, Bollywood Spice is one to put on your list. Here you’ll find Balti dishes from northern Pakistan, Indian tandoori and special shashlik kebabs served alongside a selection of popular British-style curries. There’s also a full donner section for those who just can’t get enough.
Feature image – Salt & Pepper
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Endangered baby giant otter triplets have been born at Chester Zoo
Emily Sergeant
This calls for celebration, as Chester Zoo has welcomed baby giant otter triplets in what is huge news for the endangered species.
It’s been a really exciting start to 2026 at Chester Zoo, as it was only a couple of days ago we got to see Dotty the baby Kirk’s dik-dik – which is one of the smallest antelopes in the world – take her first steps, and now it’s time to say hello to three new arrivals in the form of giant otter pups.
The trio are the first of their kind to be born at the zoo in several years, and arrive as part of an international conservation effort to boost numbers.
Arriving to first-time parents Bonita and Manu, up until now, the three giant otter pups have remained tucked away in their cosy holt with mum feeding them regularly until they more than tripled in size – but now, they’ve officially entered into the big wide world.
Following their first health check-up with the zoo’s veterinary team, conservationists have revealed the sex of the pups to be two males and a female
Their names are yet to be chosen, so keep your eyes peeled.
Endangered baby giant otter triplets have been born at Chester Zoo / Credit: Chester Zoo
Chester Zoo has described this triple birth as a ‘rare boost’ for one of the world’s most endangered species, as there are thought to be fewer than 5,000 giant otters surviving in the wild right now.
Giant otters are the world’s largest species of otter, with a powerful build, sharp teeth, and a highly social nature. As one of the apex predators in the waterways where they live, they play a crucial role in maintaining the health and balance of freshwater ecosystems.
But sadly, experts say the species faces ‘an uncertain future’, with their decline largely driven by deforestation, water pollution, and illegal hunting, leading them to be listed as endangered by the International Union for the Conservation of Nature (IUCN), meaning they face a very-high risk of extinction without urgent conservation action.
“The arrival of these three giant otter pups is a hugely special moment and marks the first time the species has been born here in seven years,” explained Rachael Boatwright, who is the Assistant Team Manager of carnivores at Chester Zoo.
“The pups recently had their very first health check-up at eight weeks old, where they were weighed and had their heart, teeth and overall condition assessed by the zoo’s vets. We’re delighted to confirm that all three are healthy and thriving – and that we have two males and one female pup.
“At eight weeks old, the pups will now start to venture outside alongside parents Bonita and Manu, who will start introducing them to the water and all of the essential skills they’ll need as they grow.”
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Hordes of people dressed as giant poos run through Manchester for bowel cancer awareness
Danny Jones
If you happened to be in town on Thursday and noticed a bunch of people dressed as giant poos running through the city centre and wondered, ‘What the hell is going on?’, it was this…
We know Manchester has a serious case of the runs, what with the annual Marathon and Great Manchester race, both just around the corner (one literally just next week), but this takes the cake.
On a more heartfelt note, although there is an obvious and innate silliness to this now annual get-together, it’s all for a very important and worthwhile cause.
Uniting for a fourth time, the Pall Mall Medical team (along with a couple of us here at The Manc) are hoping to flush out the stigma and silence surrounding bowel cancer awareness.
Credit: The Manc Group
Starting from Pall Mall’s very own clinic on King St, more than 105 runners laced up their shoes and popped on emoji suits, toilet costumes, daft poo hats and more for a 5k jog around the city centre alongside local run club, Blaze.
They even tried to make the route in the shape of a poo, too.
Why such a specific number, you ask? Well, that’s the exact number of people who are sadly diagnosed with bowel cancer across the North West every single week.
It’s an alarming statistic, but once you pair it with the fact that they make up the rising number of new cases being reported in the country – more than a whopping 41,000 each year – you can see why they’re desperate to get more people talking about the disease.
Moreover, the rate among under 50s has also seen a concerning rise since the 90s, but this also means that the earlier it’s caught, the better people like Pall Mall can help with treatment.
The sooner it’s spotted, the greater the chance of survival, with 90% of those diagnosed at the earliest possible stage surviving for five years or more; that’s why these lot are hoping to better the discourse around bowel-related issues.
Besides offering important scans and blood tests for numerous health conditions, they also boast the dedicated and revolutionary ColoAlert® testing service, which is a German import that’s more accurate (around 85%) and effective than most others here in the UK.
It has quite literally proved to be a life-changing bit of kit for so many, and for Pall Mall’s Dr Chun Tang, this whole initiative has a deep personal connection.
Having sadly lost his father to the illness, as well as his brother being diagnosed with bowel cancer, he knows all too well how important increasing the conversation is – bowel cancer being the second biggest killer in the UK after lung conditions.
Even before you book in a check-up, Dr Tang says it’s simple to spot noteworthy signs at home: “Any blood in the stools, streaks in your poo, on the pan or on the paper; any changes in your digestion such as diarrhoea, constipation and [continued] fatigue, then see your GP or come visit us at Pall Mall.”
Best of all, the money raised with the latest ‘Poo Protest’ all goes towards Bowel Cancer UK, so well done to everyone involved.
For once, we couldn’t be happier to hear so many people talking sh**.
Throughout April, Pall Mall are offering £75 off the ColoAlert® Bowel Cancer stool test, and 20% off the Virtual Colonoscopy in Aprilo. To find out more about the event and book an appointment, you can click right HERE.
Georgina Pellant -
22nd September 2021 
