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A huge dog ‘pawty’ with doggy ice cream and beer is happening at BrewDog’s Manchester hotel

There's plenty planned for the 'DogHouse Manchester Dog Pawty' this weekend.

Emily Sergeant Emily Sergeant - 14th October 2021

There’s a huge ‘pawty’ for dogs happening in Manchester this weekend.

After a long, hard day of chasing tennis balls, chomping on treats, and being proper good boys and girls, even our four-legged friends need to let their hair down every now and then, which is why Manchester’s newest hotel, DogHouse Hotel, is throwing a ‘pawty’ full of fun and games for the first time on Sunday.

There’s plenty of activities planned for the DogHouse Manchester Dog Pawty that are perfect for you and your pup to get stuck into.

Just some of these exciting events include Brewski dog biscuits to feast on, dog-friendly ice cream and beer, pet portraits by a local photographer, and even a special doggy talent show.

There’s plenty of activities planned for the DogHouse Manchester Dog Pawty this Sunday / Credit: Instagram (@doghousemanchester)

As the latest venture by Brew Dog, and the first hotel of its kind in England, DogHouse Hotel Manchester opened its doors just a stone’s throw away from the Northern Quarter at Bruntwood Works’ Bloc development in August.

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The new carbon negative hotel covers three floors, has 28 different beers on tap at the bar, and has 18 bedrooms that are fitted with shower beer fridges, draught beer taps, a vinyl selection from Piccadilly Records, artwork celebrating local Manchester artists, smart TVs, room service, and more.

The fun doesn’t stop there either, as there’s also a rooftop terrace complete with an “urban jungle”, another 10 beer taps, and a tasty street food and brunch menu full of all the classics.

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The new carbon negative hotel covers three floors, has 28 different beers on tap at the bar, and 18 bedrooms / Credit: The DogHouse Hotel Manchester

And now, it’s staying true to its canine name with its first-ever Dog Pawty.

The Doghouse Hotel has also teamed up with Brewski and The Street Paws Charity to offer a bunch of prizes and dog-friendly events throughout the party too.

If you fancy it, it’s FREE to pop on down, and you can book your slot here.

The DogHouse Manchester Dog Pawty

  • Date: Sunday 14 October
  • Time: 12pm – 5pm
  • Address: 18-20 Fountain Street, Manchester, M2 2AR

Featured Image – DogHouse Hotel Manchester

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Corn Exchange has a cute new vending machine strictly for pre-loved books

Danny Jones Danny Jones Corn Exchange book vending machine

Every now and again we stumble across a clever little idea and we think ‘why hasn’t someone thought of this idea before?’ That was definitely the case when heard about Corn Exchange’s new vending machine for books.

Having appeared in the popular city centre food hall and trader spot only earlier this week, most people might be unaware of the Corn Exchange‘s fun new initiative and some people might have walked straight past it without noticing what’s actually in it — yet another reason we love stuff like this.

The concept is called ‘Read. Swap. Repeat.’ and the idea is to not only keep people reading when they come into the city or are perhaps staying here in the likes of the Corn Exchange, but also to provide a home for pre-loved books with an added incentive.

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It’s a great little idea, isn’t it? You even get a free bookmark for your trouble.

As you can see, all you need to use the vending machine is to bring a book with you, ask a member of staff for a token and then select which generously donated second-hand read you want to select for yourself.

Beyond just being a cool and interesting way to entertain local book lovers and hopefully get more people reading again, it’s also good for the environment as it provides yet another outlet for people to donate their old texts without any waste.

So, if you’re looking for a new read or looking to share one of your favourite old books with someone else, why not give it a try?

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Featured Image — Corn Exchange/The Manc Group

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Yara, the family-run Syrian and Lebanese restaurant serving Manchester for fifteen years

Georgina Pellant Georgina Pellant

Take a trip down to the Stockport village of Cheadle and you’ll find a surprising glut of great Middle Eastern eateries nestled on the Cheshire border.

Amongst them sits Yara, a family-run Syrian and Lebanese restaurant that’s been serving Manchester for fifteen years.

First opened in Altrincham in 2008, today it has five sites across Greater Manchester – all serving up traditional Middle Eastern favourites like succulent kebabs, crispy donut-shaped falafels, and fluffy pittas with flavourful homemade dips.

A table full of gorgeous Lebanese and Syrian food at Yara. / Image: The Manc Eats
Mixed kebab on the grill at Yara. / Image: The Manc Eats

With further restaurants in Whitefield, Chorlton, Cheadle and Alderley Edge, it’s clear that people just can’t get enough – so we made the trip down to see what all the fuss is about.

Suffice it to say, after tasting their sharp and citrussy babaganoush, stuffed vine leaves, and tabbouleh – a super fresh herb and bulgur salad dominated by parsley – we fell head over heels just like the rest.

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Yara is a haven for those on the hunt for some finger-licking Middle Eastern goodness, with vegetarian starters like charcoal-grilled halloumi and creamy pots of homemade hummus pooled with rich olive oil sitting alongside crunchy pastry treats.

These include chicken or cheese and spinach bourak (often referred to as Assyrian or Middle Eastern egg rolls), lahembajeen – filo pastry topped with minced lamb, pomegranate sauce, pine kernels and onions – and mossahab, a chicken-stuffed puff pastry with added onion and herbs.

Potato kibbeh at Yara. / Image: The Manc Eats
Crispy donut falafel rings at Yara. / Image: The Manc Eats

As for the main attraction: the meaty charcoal grill. This, more than anything else, is what we really came down for. At Yara, tender cuts of lamb and chicken come rich with Mediterranean spices and herbs, whilst lamb kebabs come in the shish, shawarma and kafta varieties.

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Ultimately, we opt for the mixed kebab – a combination of succulent chicken and lamb, plus lamb kofta – alongside Yara’s special rice and extra pitta.

Honestly, it’s not hard to see why these restaurants have been a fixture in Manchester for so long.

To see the full menu click here and to find out more about Yara restaurants head over to their Instagram page here.

Oh, and to save on your next Deliveroo order from Yara make sure to use our code 5OFFATYARA when you check out.

Feature image – The Manc Eats

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