The Flâneuse and The City #11
What's going on in Manchester this March - what to do, where to shop, eat, drink and much more!
Hello lovely March, you’re finally here and we couldn’t be happier! With spring just around the corner, the lighter and longer days are truly giving us a whole new lease of life. We’re buzzing for March and all the gorgeous joy it brings. Call us keen, but we’ve already been to Flawd and sipped on a glass of orange wine in the sun. We made it gals, we made it out the other side.
Girls Want Workshops
We kicked off the year with a ramen bowl-making workshop with ClayLife, and we loved every second of it. If you haven’t seen our reel on this yet, check it out here and be sure to book yourself into one of Nina’s (at ClayLife) classes because it was such a fun and wholesome experience.
This month, we’re keen to try something hands-on, whether it’s cooking, pottery, or something outdoorsy. We’re ready to knead dough, make a pot - maybe even do a bit of foraging. Who knows? We’re open to it all.
Here’s a curated list of workshops we are excited about over the next month:
Cooking Together - Italian with Food Sorcery - 15th March
Make a Hand-built Mug with 7 Spot Pottery - 29th March
Cake Decorating 1-2-1 workshop with Palms Bakery - Multiple dates
Oil Painting Workshop with Fresco - 9th March, 23rd March
Life Drawing with Hop - Multiple dates
Pasta Class with Pasta Factory - 13th March
Terrazzo Drinks Coaster Workshop - 26th March
Track X Holl Pickles: IWD Pickle - 5th March
Forage & Nibble in Dunham Massey - 21st March
Paper and Pendants Workshop with Sken Studios and Caroline Dowsett - 29th March
Happening Two: Sowing and Growing with Altogether Otherwise - Multiple dates
Pilates & Style at the studio on Burton Road - 8th March
Silver Ring Making Workshop with Cellarsmith - 8th and 23rd March
Pottery Painting with Space - Multiple dates
Modern Calligraphy Workshop at CASS ART - 8th March
Manchester Girl IWD Friendship Bracelet Workshop - 6th March
Half-Day Tufting Workshop - Multiple dates
GOTG Charm Bracelet Making - 13th March
Simply Books - An Evening with Lottie Hazell
AD / We’ve partnered* with Simply Books to spotlight their incredible upcoming in-person author events and ensure you know exactly who they are and what they do.
Simply Books is an award-winning independent bookshop in the heart of Bramhall (South Manchester), specialising in events and experiences. They’re far from your average bookshop however - by day, they offer a welcoming space filled with carefully curated books and speciality coffee, and by night, they transform into a plush wine bar and event space. Whether you're an early bird or a night owl, it’s the perfect literary haven.
We’re absolutely ecstatic about this partnership and about Simply Books as a whole. There is one event in particular that we’re especially excited about, and that is their upcoming Evening with Lottie Hazell. If it’s not already in your calendar, it should be! We read Lottie’s book Piglet last year and devoured it. It is a ferocious, propulsive, and cunningly crafted debut - Piglet is clever, dark, and utterly gripping. Once you realise that greed, desire, and a questionable moral compass lie at the heart of this captivating read, you won’t be able to put it down. We loved it.
If you were also one of the many who devoured Piglet last year and like us, can’t wait to get inside the mind of Lottie Hazell, you won’t want to miss this event. Join Lottie and host Kya Buller on 27th March as they discuss Piglet—it’s set to be an unmissable evening.
About Lottie Hazell
Lottie Hazell is a writer, contemporary literature scholar, and board game designer living in Warwickshire. She holds a PhD in Creative Writing from Loughborough University and her research considers food writing in twenty-first century fiction. Piglet is her first novel.
About your host: Kya Buller
Kya Buller is a writer, presenter and editor. She has worked for Metro, Stylist, gal-dem, Soho House, Time Out and more. She has hosted events for the likes of Dazed, Mubi, Nike, Beats by Dre, I Like Networking, and Factory International.
The ticket includes entry to the event plus a copy of Lottie’s book, Piglet. Book your ticket here
Location: PINK, 2nd Floor, Hilton House, Stockport SK1 3NA
You can also find Simply Book’s jam-packed event schedule here.
*Paid Partnership
What We’re Shopping
We’re on a bit of a spending ban after recently moving flat and having a minor meltdown about the sheer amount of stuff we own. Basically, a major clear-out is definitely in order. However, just because we’re not buying right now doesn’t mean we’re not browsing! With Fashion Week barely behind us, we’re feeling seriously inspired and can’t wait to start dressing for spring.
Here’s what we’re loving at the moment
This Va1sseau button raglan tee is GORGEOUS
The Polly Sayer Large Mulberry Jewellery Case is perfect for keeping all of our jewellery in order
The ANF Suit: Oversized Blazer + Barrel Trouser from Atelier Ninety Five - We gasped at this suit
Tuftluck Art Prints - Obsessed with these cowboy prints and the whole Western trend in general
Stripe Espresso Cup and Saucer Set from Idaho - This is a very chic mug to sip from
Topshop Dolly closed-toe heels in zebra print - A subtle way to add in a little bit of animal print without being too full on
Nail Art badbadgoodnails - Our go to for inspo and funky nails
Anything from Ancoats Deli - Get any of their pasta sauces, you won’t regret it
Miista Averie Lace Ballerinas in Metallic Brown from Norah Store - oh my god, if we could marry a shoe it might be this one?
Where to Eat & Drink
We ate some truly knock-out food in February - from the delicious dinner at our Girls’ Night x Federal event to Lina Stores’ Valentine’s home kit, Atomeca’s European Wine Dinner, our Palms Bakery Cake, Half Dozen Other’s specials, and Exhibition’s new spring menu. Every bite has been incredible, Manchester’s food scene just keeps getting better and we can’t wait to see what March has in store.
Atomeca Wine Bar
We had the absolute pleasure of attending Atomeca’s first event—a European Wine Dinner, where they paired their favourite European wines with dishes specially crafted by their very own Chef Heath. This was our first time visiting Atomeca, and it did not disappoint. We’re already counting down the days until we can go back. Each pairing was perfection, with every dish getting better than the last. Our stand-out courses were the Goat’s Curd Agnolotti and the Lamb.
The delicate Goat’s Curd Agnolotti, was silky and rich, nestled in a luscious Champagne sauce. The sweetness of braised leeks added depth, while each bite melted effortlessly in your mouth. Paired with a crisp Vincent Pinard Sancerre, this duo was a match made in creamy, dreamy heaven.
Then came the star of the show: the Lamb. It was cooked to perfection, and the earthy sweetness of Jerusalem artichokes gave it a lovely contrast. The rich Jus Gras tied everything together perfectly, and paired with the bold San Leonardo from Magnum, it took the dish to the next level.
If you haven’t yet eaten at Atomeca, we recommend you do so immediately. It felt like a meal of pure indulgence, and we devoured every single bite.
Keep an eye out for their next event, or simply go and try their current menu - it’s divine. Just when you thought it couldn’t get any better, they also offer a £10 fresh pasta lunch deal Monday to Saturday, what a TREAT!
What’s On
We’ve got a gorgeous month ahead of us, packed with plenty of fun and wholesome things. It’s so busy that the list could go on forever, but don’t worry we’ve picked out the best bits for you. You can thank us later gals!
Wellbeing
The Health Lab Sunday Walk - Go alone or with friends and meet like-minded people and get 25% off brunch at The Green Lab - Sundays throughout March
Spring Equinox Yoga and Brunch with GOH Yoga - 22nd March
Threadbare X Sculpt In Haus Panel and Pilates IWD Event - 5th March
Girls On The Go Yoga Classes x Courts Club - every Saturday in March
Sound In The Suburbs - meditate, breath, balance, peace - 25th March
The Green Lab Run Club x This Girl Moves - Every Thursday morning in March, final run of the series will be held on Saturday 5th April
South Terrace Yoga with FORM MCR: brunch, smoothie + gift - 9th March
Yoga in the Garden at Platt Fields Market Garden - Friday Mornings in March
Balance & Rest | Yoga & Sound healing with Katie & Georgia at Runway Pilates - 29th March
Pilates + Chat: JCI Manchester Movement Series - 13th March
Women’s Circle with Crystal Sound Bath - 23rd March
FIX Female-only R&R session - featuring sauna, ice bath, and our signature gua sha ritual—led by @witnesswellnessco - 8th March
Food / Drink
Stray Bar - International Women’s Day Event - To mark International Women’s Day, Stray will be hosting an evening that brings together some of the leading figures in the Manchester hospitality industry. Featured on the menu, and showcased in the female founded venue, will be women from Hawksmoor, Schofield’s, Erst, Red Light, Ego Death, Blinker, 10 Tib Lane and Osma - 4th March from 5pm
‘Pip’ by Mary-Ellen McTague will open at Tree House Hotel - This will be the hotel’s ground-floor restaurant, showcasing a low-waste cooking approach with seasonally sourced ingredients - Opens 19th March
The Palms Bakery 5th Birthday Bake Sale - 8th March
ACT 4: SUPRA from Where The Light Gets In - 5th March - 29th March
ABBA Inspired Bottomless Brunch - 15th March
Gin & Rum Festival at Manchester Cathedral - 22nd March
Cafe à bloc Pancake Day - Where the kitchen will be serving JUST pancakes all day - 4th March
MoreJoy x à bloc Supper Club - The first collaboration between More Joy x Cafe a bloc, blending Sichuan, Xinjiang, and Northern, seasonal flavours - 15th March
Women of the Vine Wine Tasting at Ad Hoc - 6th March
Balance Brewing Block Party - Beer, food and tunes all day long - 22nd March
Ego Death X Kiki’s Bar Collab - Ego Death at Kiki Lounge - 9th March, Kiki Lounge at Ego Death - 16th March
Schofields Bar presents Bar Leone for their 4th Birthday Celebrations - Bar Leone was awarded Best Bar in Asia, placed #2 in the 2024 World’s 50 Best bars -8th March
Black-owned Wine Tasting - The @toniswineclub will be taking over Black Owned Studios for a tastings of 6 incredible wines by Black woman winemakers - 15th March
Northern Restaurant & Bar x Eat Well Fundraising Dinner at Caravan - 10th March
0161 Underground new EP release party at Bruk, Stockport - 7th March
WINSOME Restaurant Opening from Chef Patron Shaun Moffat - Northern hospitality & thoughtful British cooking - Opening early March
Something very exciting is happening at Ancoats Deli at the end of March - Keep your eyes peeled on their socials
To Do
Treehouse Hotel is set to open its doors on 19th March - Expect a stylish, sustainable hotel, perfect for fun and free-spirited stays and a one-of-a-kind addition to the city’s hospitality scene. We’re super excited for this one and can’t wait to book in at Mary-Ellen McTague’s ground floor restaurant ‘Pip’. There will also be a curated selection of events, making Treehouse more than just a place to stay. It will be a destination where the city’s unique culture and creativity come alive. Manchester icons Luke Cowdrey and Justin Crawford will lead a series of events celebrating the best of music, arts, and culture - Open from 19th March
An Evening with Lottie Hazel x Simply Books - 27th March
Rooftop Market at Terrace NQ - Solis Vintage, Bloma, Your Honey Moone and Heli Pokes will be popping up at Terrace for the ultimate cool girl market - 9th March
Rummage In The Range vintage market - 30th March
Clothes Cycle at Victoria Baths - 30th March
Blue Rinse Vintage Clearance Kilo Sale at Sacha's Hotel - 8th & 9th March
Cruel Intentions at the Palace Theatre - 25th - 29th March
Rhinestone Rodeo at o2 Ritz - 28th March
Third Place x Side Street - International Women’s Day: Step Into Your Power - 8th March
Jewellery Making, cheesecake and connection event with Fellow Humans - 20th March
@the_readroom launch party at SOUP - 19th March
PITCHNØ.12 Vintage Shop Open Day - 23rd March
The Self Hood Manchester meet up - 17th March
Caroline Dowsett Pop-up Shop at Ducie Street Warehouse - 8th March
Vintage Home Show at Victoria Baths - 16th March
Style & Sound Newtworking Party for Creatives in Fashion - 18th March
Beaches & Cream Jewellery and Accessories IWD Pop-up at The Refuge - 8th March
All day music and pop-ups at The Refuge - Celebrate IWD at The Refuge and joining them for a day of music and Manchester based independent brands at - 8th March
Movement Through Materiality at Manchester Craft and Design Centre - Exhibits talented students from the Manchester School of Art - ends 29th March
That’s it for this month gals, thanks so much for being here. See you next time!
