Everything MANCHESTER Thread

tiny_courageous

JamAtcha wrote: »

Hi peeps
Has anyone been to Rushholme (aka the curry mile?) no not for the takeaways, but there are plenty of grocery shops selling all kinds of specialty ingredients which you wouldn't find in the supermarkets - worth a look if your passing by.

I find largemanchester.com really useful for reviews and suggestions on events, bars and restaurants around the city. Just seen the news on the Irish festival on there too so that's me sorted for the weekend.

And if you're in North Manchester there are similar in Cheetham Hill - the supermarket that used to be Kwiksave/Somerfield was particularly good last time I was in.

JamAtcha

Speaking of which is anyone or has anyone been to Manchester's Irish Festival yet?

polarcherry

key103 radio station now has a daily deals page key103deals

todays deal http://www.key103deals.co.uk/manchester-simple-at-the-light

cat_g_83

Worldwide Food at the town end of Rusholme is a bargain. They do tins of chopped toms and chickpeas etc at really cheap. Also their fruit, veg and spices are great value. X

kerrypn

lolo06 wrote: »

does any one know where there are any decent car boot sales??

Chelford is a fab carboot, but I think they have moved it temporarily-or at least they were planning to last time we went

lollipop80

Wing Yip just outside the city centre (Oldham Road, M4 5HU) is brilliant for oriental food. We go to stock up on things like soya sauce, chilli sauce and herbs and spices as they are so much cheaper than the supermarkets.

The last time I went I got rice paper and made my own spring rolls, tasted gorgeous and were much cheaper than buying them from a take away.

rev_henry

lollipop80 wrote: »

Wing Yip just outside the city centre (Oldham Road, M4 5HU) is brilliant for oriental food. We go to stock up on things like soya sauce, chilli sauce and herbs and spices as they are so much cheaper than the supermarkets.

The last time I went I got rice paper and made my own spring rolls, tasted gorgeous and were much cheaper than buying them from a take away.

I (re)discovered this the other day when our for a random city bike ride. Filled my rucksack up very nicely. Its not expensive either. Rediscovered in that I have vague memories of going there with my parents once when I was very young...

dawn1974

I live in North Manchester and I am hoping to do a car boot soon.

I think my nearest is Bowlee and I am hoping to get there next sunday.

Not much else to add except that you must become a member of freegle manchester because it is great and needs more members.

http://www.ilovefreegle.org/groups/north-west

Also the manchester city council website is good for events.

*northernstar*

Hi,
Tigi who make Bedhead and Catwalk hair products, have opened a training academy at Media City, Salford Quays, Manchester. The haircuts and colours are free and all done by either their own creative team and educators or fully qualified hairdressers learning new techniques. Really good service just like going to a salon as you get advice and asked what you want. They do all different cuts and colours from classic to creative. You need to call 0844 8440946(office hours) to register and if you want a colour they need to skin test you.

Now I've passed on that little gem of a money saver, can anyone recommend a driving instructor in the City/Salford Quays area?

Thanks
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Galdere

Does anyone know where's the best place to sell gold in the Manchester area please? I don't want to send it in the post or go to any old pawn shop. I've seen a place on Oldham Street that publishes their price outside which makes me think they might make a reasonable offer. Thanks