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The Manchester Christmas Markets 2022 mug design has been unveiled

Emily Sergeant Emily Sergeant - 9th November 2022

Manchester City Council has unveiled the long-awaited mug design ahead of the 2022 Manchester Christmas Markets kicking off tomorrow.

It might not seem like much, but the unveiling of the annual Manchester Christmas Markets mug – which is given to any visitor buying themselves a winter warming drink at the markets – is a tradition we wait for each year, as they’re always known for their wonderfully-festive graphic designs.

Memorable mug designs in previous years have seen kissing snowmen, mistletoe, interactive and wearable red nose reindeers, and even Santa himself. 

But this year, 2022’s exclusive designs features Christmas characters like Santa, Rudolph the red-nosed reindeer, and polar bears all high-fiving each other – with the Council saying the design is all about “celebrating the fun of the festive period”.

As always, the mugs have been designed by Council’s studio team, who wanted to portray “the message of unity this Christmas”.

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The 2022 mug design was officially revealed via the Council’s TikTok for the first time ever.

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“This year’s Christmas Markets mugs are brilliantly festive and scream Christmas,” said Cllr Pat Karney – Manchester City Council’s Christmas spokesperson.

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“Their arrival marks that holiday season is truly back in Manchester.

“Over the years, our mugs have become incredibly popular. They’re a firm Instagram favourite and have even become collectors items, as we know that some visitors have a complete collection of mugs going back more than 10 years.

“We expect those people to be first in line for a warming gluhwein or hot chocolate.”

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Manchester Christmas Markets 2022 begin on Thursday 10 November / Credit: Flickr

The mugs will be available at the Christmas Market bars selling and selling mulled wine, gluhwein and hot chocolate across Winter Gardens, Market Street, Cathedral Gardens, Exchange Street, New Cathedral Street, St Ann’s Square, Exchange Square, The Corn Exchange and King Street.

Visitors purchasing a hot drink will be asked to pay a £3 mug deposit.

Then you can either choose to return the mug for the deposit, or keep the mug as a memento of your visit to the 2022 markets.

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Manchester Christmas Markets 2022 begin on Thursday 10 November, and will be open daily from 10am-8pm, with bars open 11am –9pm. 

You can find out everything you need to know about the Manchester Christmas Markets 2022 here.

Featured Image – Manchester City Council

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McDonald’s announces 2024 Christmas menu with new Cheesy McCrispy, Terry’s Chocolate Orange Pie, and more

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McDonald’s has unveiled its Christmas menu for 2024, and there’s lots of festive feasting to get stuck into.

It’s been a long time coming, but after several chains and fast food joints have already announced and launched their festive food and drink offerings for 2024 over the last few weeks, McDonald’s has finally joined the Christmas party, and there’s a bunch of new and returning fan favourites on the lineup to get those mouths watering.

We’re talking Cheese Melt Dippers, seasonal McFlurrys, limited-edition festive pies, and a cheesy twist on one of the chain’s most popular burgers.

New to the menu this year is the Cheesy McCrispy, which is a “levelled up” version of the McCripsy we all know and love, taking the classic crispy chicken fillet and all the trimmings, and combining it with two slices of cheese, and lashings of rich cheese sauce.

McDonald’s has unveiled is Christmas menu for 2024 / Credit: McDonalds UK

Other burgers on the lineup are the grand return of the Big Tasty and Big Tasty with Bacon, both made with a 100% beef patty, Emmental cheese, onions, juicy tomatoes, and topped off with a unique smoky-flavoured sauce nested in a freshly-toasted bun. 

Also being thrown back into the mix this year are the Cheese Melt Dippers, which are the perfect festive feast accompaniment made with camembert and served with a rich tomato dip.

Happy Meals will also be taking on a special Grinch theme this year too.

Got yourself a bit of sweet tooth though? There’s two new tasty treats to choose from this year, alongside the return of the beloved Galaxy Caramel McFlurry.

There’s a bunch of new and returning fan favourites on the lineup / Credit: Visual Karsa (via Unsplash)

If Galaxy Caramel isn’t your thing, then perhaps chocolate orange will be instead, as 2024 brings the introduction of the Terry’s Chocolate Orange McFlurry, with Terry’s Chocolate Orange mini segments and chocolate orange sauce swirled into the ice cream, and then there’s the Terry’s Chocolate Orange Pie.

This year, McDonald’s has combined its classic pie with everyone’s favourite zesty chocolate to create a crispy chocolate pastry filled with a Terry’s Chocolate Orange-flavoured ganache.

On the hot drinks front, you have a Galaxy Caramel Latte and a Galaxy Caramel Hot Chocolate to choose from.

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The full McDonald’s 2024 Festive Menu will be available to tuck into from 20 November, and is expected to stick around until the new year.

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Asda relaunches over 60s ‘winter warmer’ cafe deal with soup and unlimited hot drinks for £1

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Asda is bringing back its popular £1 ‘winter warmer’ cafe meal deal to support the over 60s during the colder months.

After it was sadly revealed that almost one in five elderly people claimed there were days when they didn’t speak to a single soul last Christmas, and that during the run up to the big day, 15% said they got used to not conversing with other people, Asda has decided to relaunch one of its most widely-praised cafe meal deals again this year.

To support those who need it most as the temperatures drop, the supermarket is, once again, offering all over 60s the chance to enjoy some hearty soup, a bread roll, and unlimited tea and coffees for just £1 in any of its cafes across the UK.

Back by popular demand, this year’s Winter Warmer initiative is bigger and better than ever, with three soup flavours to choose from.

With the offer now running until the end of 2024, Asda is aiming to transform its in store dining spaces into ‘Chatty Cafes’ – where senior citizens can come together under one roof, eat and drink, and make some new friends.

As well as its ‘Chatty Cafe’ offer, Asda colleagues will be also be donning ‘Happy to Chat’ badges throughout the festive season, checking in on older customers in store and when delivering home shopping orders, while the Asda Foundation will deliver £600k worth of grants to tackle loneliness amongst the elderly by boosting activities in the local communities, and funding Christmas celebrations.

Asda has relaunched its over 60s ‘winter warmer’ cafe deal with soup and unlimited hot drinks for £1 / Credit: Asda

“Christmas is a time to enjoy time with loved ones,” explained David Hills, who is the Chief Customer Officer at Asda, “and the fact one in 10 of our older generation is facing Christmas alone is genuinely sobering.

“That’s why we’re proud to invest almost £1 million through our in-store initiatives and grants to do what we can to tackle loneliness and isolation in the communities we serve.

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“Our teams do incredible work to support communities all year round, and I’m so proud to be able to launch the Chatty Cafés initiative today, alongside our renowned Winter Warmers deal, which we know is a lifeline to many.”

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