A day of back-to-back karaoke bottomless brunches blasting out 90s pop tunes and celebrating beloved musicals is happening in Manchester this summer.
The Liquor & Brunch Squad has brought its Karaoke Brunch series back to our city for 2022 after it was the sell-out successes of last year and reunited people to sing their hearts out after the COVID-19 pandemic kept us all apart for so long – and this summer, two of the most popular brunch events are happening back-to-back on the same day.
ABBA fans can make the most of the laidback island lifestyle with the Dancing Queen Brunch inspired by the beloved Mamma Mia musical, while the Spice Girls-themed brunch is perfect for any 90s pop music lover who fancies singing along to the iconic girl band’s greatest hits, all while sipping on a cocktail.
Both of these brunches will be be coming to a secret city centre location that’s soon-to-be-announced, so keep your eyes peeled.
Themed karaoke bottomless brunches are returning to Manchester city centre from next month / Credit: The Liquor & Brunch Club
While the “singing sessions” and the “bottomless beverages of dreams” are sure to be the main event throughout the 90-minute events, according to the event description, you’re also encouraged to come dressed for the part to be in with a chance of bagging yourself some exciting prizes in the costume competition.
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There’ll also be a ‘Quiz of all Quizzes’ on all-things ABBA and Spice Girls too, with plenty of prizes up for grabs throughout the two events.
Along with an inclusive menu of grilled brunches, avocado toast, and pancakes – with options available for vegetarians, vegans and those following a gluten-free diet – let’s not forget these are also bottomless brunches, so this means you can sip on everything from an Aperol Spritz and prosecco, to Bloody Marys, a range of beers, and so much more, all while you sing-along to your heart’s content.
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The Spice Girls Karaoke Brunch will be 90-minutes of “fun and madness” / Credit: Flickr
You can skip the booze and just stick to the brunch by itself if you’re not up for drinking though.
Strawberry lemonade, cucumber and apple coolers, tropical fizz, standard soft drinks, and a range of 0% alcohol options are just some of the drinks on offer in the ‘Non Alcoholic’ bottomless brunch.
The next Spice Girls & Dancing Queen Karaoke Brunches are coming to Manchester on Sunday 12 June, with tickets ranging from £37 – £47.10 per person, depending on drink choices.
There’s a new summer terrace in town with a weekend spritz happy hour
Daisy Jackson
There’s a new summer terrace in Greater Manchester that’s the ideal spot to soak in some rays – and enjoy a few discounted spritzes while you’re there.
Over on Chapel Street – just across the river from Manchester Cathedral – you’ll find Embankment Kitchen, which has opened up its terrace for the season.
This stylish spot is part of the CitySuites aparthotel, and has a menu rooted in the warm spirit of Northern hospitality.
It’s worth a visit all year round for their seasonally-focused, local-as-possible menus, but the summer terrace at Embankment Kitchen is a real added bonus in spring and summer.
And following that spell of absolutely glorious weather, they’re opening up two hours earlier every day too for maximum sun-soaking from 2pm.
At Embankment Kitchen you can tuck into a drinks and nibbles menu from 2pm until 5pm, and Happy Hour drinks deals from 4pm until 7pm.
That means two-for-one cocktails, plus discounted wines, prosecco and beers – an ideal post-work haunt.
Cocktails at Embankment Kitchen in Manchester. Credit: The Manc GroupSmall plates on the Embankment Kitchen terrace. Credit: The Manc Group
It’s usually almost impossible to find a happy hour in Manchester at weekends, but these guys are doing two-for-£12 spritzes every Saturday and Sunday between 12pm and 4pm, with flavours including Aperol, Hugo, and limoncello.
Drinks on the menu include signature cocktails that are inspired by the city’s industrial roots, like The Emmeline, Manchester Exchange (a take on an old fashioned), and the Atomic Zombie, as well as classic cocktails such as an espresso martini, limoncello negroni, amaretto sour, and strawberry daiquiri.
As for nibbles, tuck into treats like garlic bread, edamame beans with smoked salt, garlic and parmesan fries, salt and pepper tater tots, and halloumi fries.
Surrounded by lush plants and gigantic parasols, it’s hard to believe you’re just across the river in Salford when you’re soaking up the sun at Embankment Kitchen. To find out more, head HERE.
A huge Irish festival with iconic music stars, markets, food and more is coming to Greater Manchester
Daisy Jackson
A massive Irish music festival with masses of food, drink, crafts, workshops and surprises is returning to Greater Manchester this summer.
Craic by the Creek 2025 will bring together all the best bits of the Emerald Isle for a weekend-long knees-up in a gorgeous countryside location on our doorstep in July.
There’s a huge music line-up (with plenty more still to be announced) featuring Boyzlife, made up of Keith Duffy from Boyzone and Brian McFadden from Westlife.
And this fun-filled Irish Music Festival is the only one of its kind offering full weekend camping, at the beautiful village of Compstall in Stockport.
The countdown is now officially on for this unmissable celebration of Irish music, culture, and community spirit, which will take place between 18 and 20 July.
Craic by the Creek has been hailed as the greatest Irish music festival in the UK and is back for 2025 bigger than ever.
Already announced to perform live along with Boyzlife are The Tumbling Paddies, Derek Ryan, All Folk’d Up, Johnny Brady, The Kilkennys and loads more.
There are still more acts to be revealed in this stacked line-up.
And it’s not just about the music at Craic by the Creek – there’s also a bustling Irish-themed craft market with handmade goods, Irish-inspired food and drink, social dance workshops, and plenty of surprises.
Expect a weekend of tunes, traditions, community vibes and campfire craic.
Craic by the Creek will take place between 18 and 20 July, 2025 – tickets are on sale now via Skiddle, and they’re already flying.
Emily Sergeant -
11th April 2022 
