A new Thai restaurant with tuk-tuk seating booths has its sights set on a new Manchester opening, it has been revealed.
Zaap Thai, which already has a portfolio of popular Thai restaurants in the north of England, is eyeing up a new Manchester location on Lincoln Square.
It has submitted plans to open a new restaurant at the square, which can be found just off Deansgate. If successful, Zaap Thai will join the likes of Maray, Wings, Shirley’s cafe, and BOX sports bar.
The street food brand has already made its mark in the north with well-established sites in Leeds, Nottingham, Newcastle, Headingley, and Sheffield.
Image: The Manc Group
Image: The Manc Group
The Manchester site will mark the sixth site for the restaurant group, which serves an affordably-priced menu spanning over 80 different authentic Thai dishes that draw inspiration from Bangkok in particular.
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Street food favourites like Pad Thai can be found alongside summer specials such as authentic Northern Thai sausages, Thai red curry with duck, Tom Yum wonton soup, and Thai jasmine rice stir-fries, plus sweet treats like Thai-style coconut ice cream and a special mango sorbet boba sundae.
Elsewhere, you’ll find Thai-inspired bao buns stuffed with the likes of crispy pork belly, tofu, and chicken, hearty Bangkok platters, curries, and an array of different noodle dishes on Zaap Thai’s extensive menu.
There are plenty of strong options for veggies and vegans, with plant-based meat alternatives offered alongside the likes of vegetables and tofu, and a small dim sum section to discover here.
Image: The Manc Group
Image: The Manc Group
As for drinks, discover plenty of cocktails, beers, and soft drinks sourced from Thailand, as well as boozy (and regular) bubble teas with lychee, watermelon, and brown sugar.
Brought to Manchester by the Yorkshire-based SUKHO Group, also behind the Sukhothai and the Zaap Thai Market in Nottingham, it is set to make something of a splash if it passes its consultation on 8 August.
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Delays on M60 continue after man dies falling from bridge near Trafford Centre
Daisy Jackson
A man has tragically died after falling from a bridge on the M60, near the Trafford Centre.
Police closed the motorway in both directions at around 10am this morning as they responded to the concern for welfare.
The man was on Barton Bridge on the M60, but tragically fell and passed away at the scene.
The motorway was shut anti-clockwise between junction 12 for the M602 and junction 10, and on the clockwise carriageway between junction 9 and 11, with a huge diversion in place.
Although the motorway has reopened as the afternoon has worn on, disruption is ‘likely’ to continue for several hours yet.
National Highways is reporting up to two miles of congestion on the M60 around Barton Bridge.
In a statement released earlier today, a GMP spokesperson said: “Officers are currently responding to a concern for welfare on Barton Bridge on the M60, reported at around 9:40am today (Tuesday 31 March).
“The M60 remains closed in both directions while emergency services are in attendance. Significant delays are expected and drivers are advised to avoid the area where possible.”
GMP later added: “Earlier today, officers responded to a concern for welfare on Barton Bridge on the M60. The man sadly fell from the bridge and passed away at the scene.
“The road remains closed while enquiries continue. Please avoid the area and plan alternative routes where possible as disruption is likely to continue for the rest of the day.”
Molly-Mae Hague and adidas drop new collection inspired by matcha and iced lattes
Daisy Jackson
Today, adidas has finally released its hotly-anticipated parnership with Manchester-based influencer Molly-Mae Hague.
The social media superstar has collaborated with the sportswear giant for a limited-edition footwear collection inspired by matchas and iced lattes.
Molly-Mae and adidas Originals have just given fans a look at the shoes for the first time.
The star has curated a limited-edition collection of iconic Originals silhouettes – a Samba and a Superstar.
The first is the Samba Matcha shoes, a premium leather and suede shoe in a soft green colour, with double pink and white laces.
The other is a Superstar II Latte, which again features double laces in coffee-coloured hues, but in the iconic leather Superstar silhouette.
In behind-the-scenes footage of the design process on Molly-Mae’s Amazon Prime documentary series, Behind It All, she described them as ‘matcha cool girl in London’ shoes – and the vision has definitely come to life.
Molly-Mae said: “Seeing my creative vision come to life on two iconic adidas Originals silhouettes that have long been staples in my wardrobe is a true dream.
“Being so closely involved in the design process and creating products that feel fun, timeless, and an authentic extension of my own personal style has been the best experience.
“I am so excited to see how others style them in their own way.”
Steve Marks, VP Brand adidas UK commented: “At adidas, we partner with individuals who define style through authenticity and a deep-rooted connection to our brand.
“Molly-Mae’s relationship with adidas Originals has developed organically over time as a key advocate of the brand and this partnership represents a natural evolution – bringing her signature aesthetic to two of our most iconic silhouettes.”
The limited-edition adidas Originals x Molly-Mae collection drops in stores and online on 9 April, priced at £100 per pair.
Georgina Pellant -
24th July 2023 
