The Flâneuse and The City #6
What's going on in Manchester this August - what to do, where to shop, eat, drink and much more!
Summer fun is well and truly in full swing! Hopefully, you've all had a break and are now ready to dive into August. There continues to be a whole host of events, new openings, and launches to look forward to—by the end of the summer, we could very well be a shell of ourselves, but until then, we’ll be living our best summer life.
Girls Want Workshops
Make pasta, craft a ring, or create a candle! As always, we’ve curated a gorge selection of workshops for you. There's nothing quite like taking an hour off your phone to make something with your hands—pure bliss! So, get to it gals!
Cedar Apothecary candle making, face products and bath products workshops - across multiple dates
Pasta Making Class with Little Scarfs - Smoky Night - Friday 23rd August
Still Life Painting Class - Paint fruit and flowers at Seven Brothers, Ancoats with Still Life Mcr - Sunday 11th August
Signet Ring Workshop with Sken Studios - Sunday 11th August
Altogetherotherwise Clubs - Multiple on throughout the week such as a cookbook club, gardening club, stitching club, fungi club and many more!
DIY miniature botanical displays workshop with Jamie's Jungle - Saturday 10th August
Serotonin Sunday at Platt Fields Market Garden including workshops such as Forest Bathing, Mindful Art, Sound Bath, Yoga, Sauna & Plunge & many more - Sunday 11th August
Life Sculpting in Nature with Clay Life at Platt Fields Market Garden - Saturday 24th August
Self-care & Sip Craft Class with Studio Dawn at Kampus - Make a Eco-Resin Rainbow Coaster - Friday 16th August
That Grace Girl - Level 3 Facial Review
Last month we had the absolute pleasure of meeting beauty guru Grace Day, otherwise known on Instagram as That Grace Girl, and experiencing her newest Level 3 facial—it was a DREAM.
Grace is a beauty editor and aesthetician based in Manchester and currently practises out of Doll Parts in Northern Quarter. After working as a beauty editor for seven years, Grace trained as an aesthetician and now combines her expertise to offer skincare coaching and personalised facials. We can’t recommend Grace and this Level 3 facial enough, our skin felt squeaky clean and we had that post-appointment glow for days.
What is the Level 3 Facial?
Grace started off with a double cleanse under steam, followed by an enzyme exfoliation to remove dead skin. She then did hyperdermabrasion and vacuum extractions which really helps with more stubborn texture and congestion, including blackheads and clogged pores.
After this she did high frequency which helps to stimulate the skin’s healing and repair processes so speeds up the healing process of breakouts.
Then she applied a hydrojelly mask—they’re algae-based and really hydrating because they force the moisture into your skin and prevent it from escaping. We chose the antioxidant one which is great for brightening skin and giving it a lovely glow!
Once this set, she did ice globe massage over the top, to soothe and reduce puffiness. Then we did an LED session with a combination of red and blue light to kill acne-causing bacteria, stimulate collagen production, and reduce inflammation.
She finished off with some oxygen therapy to brighten and hydrate your skin, then applied your finishing products (serums, moisturiser, and SPF).
Grace is also renowned for her personal shopping series, where she shares skincare advice and product recommendations. With her vast beauty knowledge, we couldn’t resist asking her to spill the tea and share a few of her beauty secrets. Stay tuned, because next month we'll be launching our new lifestyle newsletter, where you'll get the inside scoop on all of Grace’s tips and tricks!
Shop Grace’s Flâneuse Beauty edit here for all her skin and beauty recommendations.
What We’re Shopping
This month, we're all about jewellery! Adding a necklace, earrings, or bracelet to an outfit is such an easy way to elevate your look, whether you're a minimalist or a maximalist—adding a bit of pizzazz is always a great idea. We recently visited Aureli - Manchester’s permanent jewellery studio and got matching permanent bracelets with our bestie. Permanent Jewellery is a new concept that creates bespoke, made-to-measure jewellery pieces. Unlike traditional jewellery, permanent jewellery has no clasp; instead, the chain ends are welded together, giving it a seamless finish.
We both opted for a 14k gold-filled chain bracelet, complete with a beautiful coloured gem stone. You can choose from hundreds of connecting charms, gems, letters and more. It’s a lovely experience to share with friends or family - perfect for a hen do, a wedding gift, or a party. Permanent jewellery adds that extra special touch to any occasion.
We have a lovely discount code for our subscribers, use aureli10 for 10% off your order or appointment.
You can find Aureli at Suite 113, Phenix Salon Suites, 1 Deansgate, M31AZ
Where to Eat & Drink
It’s been a deliciously indulgent month for food! Some of our standout experiences include Hawksmoor, TAIKO by New Wave Ramen, and Six By Nico.
First up is TAIKO, a new dining concept and extension of our favourite ramen spot, New Wave Ramen. The team is turning up the heat with this one. The menu revolves around the fiery Szechuan chilli, featuring “Kara-shibi” (a blend of red peppers and numbing chili) Szechuan style bowls, where you can select your preferred spice level, from ‘Medium’ to the mind melting ‘Devil Level’. Accompanying the ramen are the delicious Milk Bread Sandos and Spicy Chicken Buns. Since going last week this fiery ramen has taken Manchester by storm and we can’t get enough of the sensation it gives. TAIKO is open now at Mackie Mayor so run, don’t walk.
Next up is Six By Nico, this was our first time experiencing the Six By Nico magic and it did not disappoint. We indulged in the 6 Course Tasting Menu with matching wines, and this particular menu was an exploration of the Greek Isles. For the two hours we were there, we forgot we were in the heart of Manchester. The Moussaka, Smoked Lamb Flank, and Chicken Gyros were standout dishes, but each course had its own unique story to tell.
Six By Nico is more than just a restaurant; it’s an immersive experience and story told through food. The staff and atmosphere make you feel as though nothing outside matters—just you, the food, the narrative. Whether you go for a date night, a girls' night, or any special occasion, Six By Nico promises a memorable evening. They release a new menu every six weeks, with ‘Guilty Pleasures’ and ‘Shanghai’ coming up next on the 12th August. You’re in for a night to remember!
What’s On
With the whirlwind of July, it felt like we lived five different lives! We’re guessing August will be just as packed. So, make the most of every moment gals—hibernation season will be here before we know it.
Wellbeing
Blank Street x Club De Padel - Blank Street are joining Club De Padel for a takeover on court 1, all bookings on this court can grab a free matcha post-game - 9th - 11th August
Serotonin Sunday at Platt Fields Market Garden - There will be forest bathing, yoga, mindful art, sound baths, sauna and plunge & much more - 11th August
Lululemon Run Club, every Wednesday from Lululemon St Ann’s Square - 14th August
Fearne Cotton’s Happy Place Festival at Tatton Park - Expect everything from yoga and dance classes to sound healing, meditation and crafts - 31st August - 1st September
Yoga Social Club Sunrise Yoga at Cafe Cotton roof terrace for pride - 22nd August
Taylor Swift - Era tour rhythm ride at Zeno Health Club - 31st August
MCR Gym Girls x Curve Catwalk Dance Class - 17th August
Yoga In The Meadow - Angel Gardens - 30th August
Food / Drink
Taco Tuesday’s at Madre - From Tuesday 13th, diners will be able to enjoy £6 tacos (served in pairs) and £7.50 margs all day
10 Tib Lane x Belzan Dinner - To kick off 10 Tib Lane’s birthday week, they will be serving up a 5 course set menu in collaboration with Belzan from Liverpool, featuring a combination of house favourites & seasonal dishes - 12th August
Korean supermarket, Oseyo is now open in the Arndale, it’s a must visit for all foodies!
Sister Ray x 10 Tib Lane - Sister Ray from Liverpool will be jumping behind the bar to bring a selection of their gorgeous cocktails over to Manchester - 13th August
Caravan finally opens its doors on 20th August! Situated in the St John’s area, right near the Granada Studios and just up from Factory. It’s ‘well-travelled’ menu, spans breakfast through to dinner. It will also have its very own coffee roastery
If you haven’t been to Ancoats Deli yet, where have you been. They are serving up sandwiches, salads, charcuterie boards, wine, beer, spritz, and a pantry full of the good stuff
Capra x The Landing garden rooftop party with supper club. There will be treats from the BBQ, cocktails and wine - 11th August
A new menu has launched at Lamb Of Tartary - Think social dining centred around flavours of the Silk Road - we’ve seen the menu and tasted a few dishes, it’s delicious!
Another Hand are currently serving their summer menu, make sure to pay them a visit before it is gone. They also have a lovely terrace on the Mews so you can dine alfresco and feel away from the madness of the city
The Pack Horse Hayfield will now be serving up breakfast, from 9am - 11am Friday to Sunday. What a perfect way to start a weekend out of the city
To do
Glove Up Fight Night at Albert Hall - The event will feature 6 fights with live performances by La Discotheque DJs and bands between rounds. Proceeds will be donated to the Royal Manchester Children’s Hospital - 10th August
Hermanos Gutiérrez at New Century - 23rd August
Harry's House of Gospel at New Century - 31st August
Soul Central will take over the Band on the Wall for a night of Soul Central DJs - 10th August
Lockup Vintage Sip and Shop at Kampus. Free Nells voucher for first 10 customers - 9th August
Film Evenings at Kampus - Every Sunday throughout August, Kampus will be running al fresco film evenings in their gorgeous gardens
Great British Garden Party at Sadler’s Yard - There will be cake, live music, a plant sale, and a range of workshops for the whole family to dig into -10th August
Screen On The Docks - There is a free open-air cinema at Waterside steps Media City - multiple dates throughout the summer
AREESHA Sculpted Jewellery Urban Outfitters pop-up - Market St, 31st August - 1st September
Manchester Vintage Kilo Sale at Manchester Cathedral - 26th August
Swiftogeddon - The Taylor Swift Club Night at O2 Ritz Manchester - 24th August
PITCHNØ.12 X The Plant Shop Manchester Open Day - 10th August
Queens: The Exhibition - This new exhibition will ask "What kind of Queen are you?" and will start with a celebration of the hit musical SIX, including for the first time in this country a display of all SIX iconic costumes from the show - From 7th August
For the month of August Your Honeymoone will be donating 10% of all sales to Angels For Animals, a charity supporting the rescue and rehabilitation of stray, abandoned and abused dogs
Pride
Come As You Are Weekender at The Refuge - We have thriving 3 iconic club nights that were forged in Manchester which are now nationally and internationally celebrated. They will be coming together to create a weekend of amazing tunes - 24th - 25th August
BENT: 12-Hour Queer Pride Rave at The Yard - 24th August
Love Party at Kampus, the party with a heart returns for Pride - 24th August
Manchester Pride Gay Village Party - 23rd - 26th August
That’s it for this month gals, thanks so much for being here. See you next time!
