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Arts and Culture
52 for 26 Poetry Project: Andrew Price
Andrew Price – A conversational poet steps into deeper waters with a piece rooted in memory, empathy, and the grit of real life. There’s something immediately engaging about Andrew Price. By day he’s a qualified lawyer; by night – or whenever life gives him a spare moment – he’s a poet of the everyday, gathering the small details most of us sail past. His work isn’t dressed up or weighed down by traditional poetic form.…
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Food and Drink in Liverpool
January Food and Drink Deals in Liverpool
There’s no better way to start 2026 than with some of the fantastic January food and drink deals our city has to offer. Whilst our bank accounts may have taken a hit over the Christmas holidays, there’s no reason to miss out on some great food and drink. The streets of Liverpool are lined with some wonderful restaurants, bars and cafes, many of which boasting unmissable January discounts. We’ll keep adding to this guide as we…
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Travel
5 Ways to Really Experience Europe
Experiencing Europe properly usually means slowing things down and paying attention to how people actually move through the landscape. Big cities have their place, but the continent makes more sense once daily rhythms come into focus. That might be walking a long stretch of coast, crossing borders on a bike, or staying somewhere long enough to notice when shops close for lunch. These trips tend to leave clearer memories because they rely less on planning…
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Business
The Creative Evolution of Liverpool’s Independent Business Scene
Liverpool is now full of independent shops, cafés, studios and small companies. In places like the Baltic Triangle and Fabric District, many people have opened new businesses that match Liverpool’s distinctive style and history. These spaces help local owners try new ideas and build strong connections in the community. For many, owning a business here means more than just making money; it is about being part of Liverpool’s future and collaborating with others in the…
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Liverpool News
Portlands Fish & Chips Opens Doors on Christmas Day With Free Christmas Day Lunch For Community
Portlands Fish & Chips is proudly celebrating its second year of giving back on Christmas Day, as owner Mubinul Hoque and his dedicated team will once again open their doors on 25 December 2025 offering a free, hearty Christmas Day meal to those who need it most. As with last year’s event, Portlands aims to support NHS staff, carers, emergency & key workers, older individuals, vulnerable members of the community, and anyone who may be…
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Liverpool News
Come Together Christmas Issues Last Call For Donations To Ensure No Child In Merseyside Is Without Presents This Year
Come Together Christmas is back for the sixth year running with one simple goal; to ensure that no child in Merseyside wakes up without a Christmas present. Statistics say that one in six children will wake up to nothing on Christmas morning but organiser Mark Scanlon is on a mission to change that in Liverpool. With an incredible target of £100,000, the entrepreneur is confident that the Come Together Christmas Appeal will meet its goal…
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Music
Helen Maw Crafts a Song of Calm Reflection on The Beacon
Liverpool-based singer-songwriter Helen Maw closes the year on a quietly powerful note with her new single The Beacon. From the outset, The Beacon draws you into a soft, intimate world. Gently sung yet emotionally weighty, the track showcases Helen Maw’s beautiful vocal delivery — delicate, controlled and full of feeling. There’s a haunting quality to the song, one that doesn’t rely on volume or drama, but instead finds its strength in restraint. Every line feels…
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Music
Motel Sundown Return with Urgent New Single The Waiting Game
Liverpool alt-country outfit Motel Sundown continue their strong run of releases with The Waiting Game, a track that once again highlights the band’s knack for immediacy and melody. From the very first seconds, The Waiting Game wastes no time pulling the listener in. The vocals arrive instantly, setting a sense of urgency that’s carried throughout the song’s brisk tempo and driving rhythm. It feels restless by design — a fitting backdrop for a track that…
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Liverpool News
603 Guitars, One Powerful Message: Liverpool’s Big Guitar-In Strikes a Record-Breaking Chord for The Florrie
The sound of 603 guitars rang out across Mountford Hall last Thursday night (11 December) as Liverpool’s Big Guitar-In returned in spectacular, record-breaking fashion. Beating last year’s total by a single guitarist, the fifth edition of the fundraiser delivered an unforgettable evening of music, unity and community spirit — all in support of The Florrie. Hundreds of guitarists took to the stage together, creating a wall of sound that lifted the roof and underlined the…
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Liverpool News
POP MART’s Brand New Store Opens at Liverpool ONE
Global designer collectibles phenomenon POP MART has officially arrived in Liverpool, opening its brand new store at Liverpool ONE on Friday 12 December. The highly anticipated launch invites fans, families and the creatively curious to step inside POP MART’s vibrant universe, brought to life through beloved characters including THE MONSTERS (LABUBU), SKULLPANDA, MOLLY, HIRONO, DIMOO and more. The Liverpool ONE store blends POP MART’s playful global aesthetic with the city’s legendary creative energy. Long recognised…
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Food and Drink in Liverpool
The 10 Best Chinese Restaurants In Liverpool
Liverpool is a city that is passionate about all kinds of cuisine and there’s a huge love for Chinese food in the city so here we’ll be giving you our top 10 of the best Chinese restaurants in Liverpool. Liverpool’s Chinatown is one of the oldest and largest Chinese communities in Europe and it’s home to a plethora of Chinese amazing restaurants – some feature in our guide below. But, we’ve also included some popular…
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Music
The Coral Unwrap a Dark Festive Treat with Their First Ever Christmas Single, ‘She Died On Christmas Day’
After three decades of spinning seaside psychedelia, haunted fairground melodies, and Merseyside myth-making, The Coral have finally delivered something nobody saw coming: a Christmas song. But, in true Coral fashion, She Died On Christmas Day is no cosy fireside singalong — it’s a beautifully eerie slice of festive noir that feels pulled straight from a cursed jukebox on Coral Island. Their first new release since 2023’s Top 5 album Sea Of Mirrors, the track arrives…
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Arts and Culture
FACT Liverpool’s New Interactive AI Exhibition Lets Visitors Play With the Future
From Friday 6 February to Sunday 26 April 2026, FACT Liverpool invites visitors to explore the evolving relationship between humans and intelligent technologies with its latest exhibition, Can Meeple Escape the Neurophoria? Inspired by the decision-driven world of tabletop games, the show reimagines visitors as “meeple”—small game pieces navigating a reality shaped by AI, machine learning, and connected networks. Curated by FACT’s 2025 Curator-in-Residence Milia Xin Bi, the exhibition examines how technology influences our sense…
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Food and Drink in Liverpool
Insomnia Cookies Opens Late-Night Store On Liverpool’s Slater Street
Liverpool is set for a sugar rush this December as cult dessert favourite Insomnia Cookies opens its first Slater Street store in the city centre. The US-born brand, known for delivering warm, fresh cookies until the early hours, will celebrate its launch on Saturday 13 December from 2:00pm with special guests The Queen of Scotty Road and Michael Aldag. One lucky fan in the first spot of the queue will win a whole year’s supply…
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Things to do in Liverpool
Royal Albert Dock Brings Christmas Magic with Family Wish Station
Royal Albert Dock Liverpool has announced the next event in its seasonal programme, with an enchanting wish station, Wish Upon a Dock. Designed to delight families and spread Christmas cheer, the wish station will be available from 21 – 23 December, inviting children to post their dock-related Christmas wish, with one lucky wish to be granted. From 1pm to 5pm, families are invited to visit the eye-catching wish station, complete with festive garlands and snowy flourishes, located…
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Food and Drink in Liverpool
Authentic Italian Panettone Available in Liverpool This Christmas
Renowned Italian baker, Antonietta Bagnardi, is back with the city’s only traditional sourdough panettone. At the heart of Liverpool’s Italian Quarter, Antonietta has built a reputation for award-winning gelato and beautifully handcrafted cakes, pastries, croissants and desserts. She has devoted more than ten years to bringing authentic Italian treats to the city. The festive season is no different and Antonietta and her team meticulously handcraft thousands of traditional panettone for the people of Liverpool and beyond to…
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Food and Drink in Liverpool
Brewski Lands at Liverpool ONE with Viral Comfort Food and 1,000 Bookings in 48 Hours
Liverpool ONE has welcomed the highly anticipated arrival of Brewski, the viral comfort-food favourite renowned for its towering sharing platters, slow-cooked meats and bold, American-inspired flavours. Now open on the Terrace overlooking Chavasse Park, the new restaurant marks Brewski’s fourth UK location and its first in the Liverpool City Region. The venue seats 120 indoors, with an outdoor dining area set to launch in spring 2026. Inspired by a culinary road trip across the United…
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Bars in Liverpool
Pogue Mahone Named One of the UK’s Top Guinness Pubs in New Harp Guide 2026
Beloved Liverpool pub Pogue Mahone is raising a celebratory pint after being named one of the UK’s top Guinness-serving venues in the inaugural Guinness Harp Guide 2026. The Seel Street institution is one of just 35 pubs across Great Britain selected for the prestigious list. Chosen through social listening, the passionate Guinness community and consistently exceptional service, Pogue Mahone stood out thanks to its famously perfect pints, warm atmosphere and packed weekly programme — including…
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Business
Small Businesses in Liverpool: Starting Successfully Online
The entrepreneurial spirit in Liverpool flourishes strongly as small businesses adopt digital transformation with remarkable enthusiasm. The city’s distinctive combination of deeply-rooted maritime heritage, which spans centuries of seafaring tradition, alongside its remarkable cultural vibrancy that manifests through numerous artistic venues and festivals, coupled with cutting-edge modern innovation in technology and business sectors, creates an exceptionally ideal environment for ambitious startup ventures. Recent comprehensive statistics from local business registries clearly demonstrate that over 4,500 new…
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Travel
Exploring Urban Culture One Bite at a Time
In cities around the world, culture lives in museums, theatres, and galleries, but it also thrives on plates and around tables where people gather to eat. Food is the language of cities, and nowhere is that more evident than in Budapest. The Hungarian capital has long been a crossroads of cultures, where East meets West and tradition meets innovation. Today, its culinary scene tells the story of a city in motion, constantly evolving yet rooted…
