Tastings in Manchester

If you like a good tipple or a bite of something local, Manchester’s tasting scene has you covered. You can spend an evening sampling gins at Port Street Beer House where the atmosphere feels more like a mate’s kitchen than a bar. Or maybe you’re curious about Manchester’s burgeoning craft beer culture; places like Cloudwater Brewery occasionally open their doors for tasting sessions that feel more intimate than anything chain pubs offer.

Food-wise the Northern Quarter offers some ace cheese or chocolate tastings,don’t miss the sessions at Mackie Mayor when they’re on. And here’s a local nugget: the best time for food tastings is often midweek when places aren’t rammed, and you get a chance to actually chat with the people behind the products. Whatever your pick, tastings in Manchester give you a real sense of the city’s character, not just a standard tour. Fancy a local’s tip? Try to time your visit with one of the city’s food and drink festivals,they often have weird and wonderful tastings you won’t find anywhere else.