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M&S is selling Salt & Pepper Squid

Seasoned seafood for summer.

The Manc - 24th June 2021

If you’re the kind of person who thinks salt & pepper seasoning can turn any average dish into something absolutely out of this world – it might be worth a trip to M&S sometime soon.

The retailer has added a product to its shelves which seems to have struck a chord on social media – particularly among those who love sprinkling takeaway spice over every possible type of food.

Customers have clapped eyes on Salt & Pepper Squid in M&S’ frozen seafood section – and it’s already generating a bit of a buzz on bargains pages online.

These seasoned rings are being sold in 340g bags – each covered in batter with a “zing of lemon”.

They’re ready to bang in the oven and should come out crispy and golden in as little as 14 minutes – making them ideal additions to any food platters you might be putting on over the summer.

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The recommendation is to serve the squid with garlic aioli and lemon wedges, as well as a bit of fresh salad on the side.

Fancy giving it a go?

Salt & Pepper Squid is available to order online – with packets going for £4 a pop via Ocado.

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Anaïs, Molly and Gene Gallagher share the screen in a new phone advert

Noel and Liam Gallagher kids in Samsun phone advert

The Gallagher kids have enjoyed a little reunion of their own as Noel’s daughter Anaïs, as well as Liam’s oldest and youngest children, Molly and Gene, have been doing a little bit of light acting in a new advert.

It’s been just over half a year now since Oasis broke the internet and British brains everywhere after confirming their comeback and ‘Live ’25’ world tour and we’re now just a few months out from seeing it in person a decade and a half since they last played together.

The family feud is one of the most famous in all of showbiz but one thing we’ve always wondered is how much of an impact it had on the Gallagher kids, especially now they’re adults.

Well, it turns out that since their dads have put their brotherly differences aside, their offspring look to have done the same.

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The advert itself is for Samsung and their new Galaxy S25 Ultra model and, more specifically, its new ‘Auto Trim’ video editing feature.

Set at what looks to be a dinner party, the two previously estranged Gallagher daughters can be seen sending messages back and forth; meanwhile, Liam‘s youngest son Gene is merely in the background other than calling the whole thing “cringe”.

He’s already far too rock and roll for all this clearly.

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After all, he and the rest of his Villanelle bandmates are starting to gain some traction and might have some of those reunion shows to get ready for. 25-year-old Anaïs still maintains he didn’t even hear anything about it from dad Noel until the announcement itself.

Either way, the main thing is that the gang are all back together. Wouldn’t ‘r Peggy be proud?

There’s even talk that both Paul ‘Bonehead’ Arthurs and Gem Archer will also be returning to the fold for the reunion shows this summer.

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It’s worth noting that the advert isn’t the first time the Gallagher kids have been pictured with each other since the reconciliation, though.

Molly, Anaïs, Gene and Liam’s eldest Lennon – who wasn’t part of this cosy little commercial for whatever reason – were all spotted at London Fashion Week together back in September 2024.

Despite plenty of choice words having been shared across the family tree over the years, it looks as though all is said and done and now we just have to pray everyone stays friends until July. If the ‘plum story’ has taught us anything, it’s that is a very delicate ecosystem.

After a more recent and seemingly legit picture of the two seemingly getting on together surfaced online (they must have had at least one little spat by now, surely?), it’s feeling more and more real as the five nights at Heaton Park and all the other dates edge closer.

Not that half of us in the office even managed to get tickets, mind you…

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Never mind, there’s always the next best thing for a fraction of the price.

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New monthly artisan markets to return to popular site in Levenshulme

Emily Sergeant Levy Artisan Market

Levy Artisan Market

New day and night artisan markets are set to take over the site of the popular former Levenshulme Market this spring.

Manchester City Council has collaborated with Independent Street, known for its successful events around the North West, to bring a new market offering to the Manchester suburb – with freshly-baked produce, independent food stalls, and unique artisan products.

The new market, aptly called The Levy Artisan Market, will take place during the day on the second Sunday of every month.

There’ll also be an exciting night market on the last Friday of every month.

The Levy Artisan Market is set to showcase Manchester’s array of artisans and creators, while also helping to drive footfall into the vibrant area of Levenshulme and its already-established shops, cafes, restaurants, and independents.

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The monthly Sunday markets will offer lots of family-focused events, including live entertainment, children’s workshops, food tastings, and cultural celebrations.

The monthly Friday night markets, on the other hand, will offer a newly-designed food court area with some of the best street food in town, as well as live music and a large seating area for people to kick back, relax, and welcome in the weekend.

Local councillors have collaborated with Manchester City Council to bring markets back to Levenshulme, after they have been deeply missed by both residents and visitors in recent years.

The Council hopes the new artisan market ‘fosters a strong sense of belonging’, by encouraging people to shop locally, connect with their neighbours, and celebrate the diversity of Levenshulme.

New monthly artisan markets are returning to a popular site in Levenshulme this spring / Credit: MCC

“We’re incredibly excited to welcome back Levy’s loyal customers and introduce the new Levy Artisan Market to a new generation of visitors,” commented Lisa Cowley, who is the Director of Independent Street.

“With a focus on community, sustainability, and high-quality, local produce, we hope to make Levy Artisan Market the heart of Manchester for years to come.”

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Levy Artisan Market will be hosting a grand opening event on Sunday 13 April from 11am, and everyone is invited to join in for free.

The first Friday evening market will then take place from 25 April onwards.

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