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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…
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Things to do in Liverpool
Step Inside MONUISM: Light, Laser, and Sound Experience in 2026
Liverpool is set to welcome MONUISM, an awe-inspiring light, laser, and sound installation that transforms space into a luminous, ever-evolving landscape of monumental geometric structures. This brand-new work for 2026 promises to immerse visitors in a dazzling interplay of light, form, and sound. MONUISM features monumental, ephemeral light sculptures that continuously shift in shape, scale, hue, and intensity, giving the impression that the very essence of architecture is being sculpted in real time. The installation’s…
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Food and Drink in Liverpool
Flat Iron To Open On Castle Street Summer 2026
Flat Iron have announced that they will be opening a restaurant on Castle Street, Liverpool next summer. Located on one of the city’s most historic and architecturally significant streets, the 100-cover restaurant will bring their single-minded commitment to serving remarkable steak at an affordable price to the heart of Liverpool. The restaurant’s concise menu is led by the signature ‘Flat Iron’ steak, taken from the often-overlooked featherblade, known for its flavour, tenderness and juiciness when…
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Music
Liverpool Soundz Launches City-Wide Battle of the Bands for 2026
Liverpool Soundz has just announced a city-wide battle of the bands competition that will launch in January. Heats will take place at four venues in the city (District, Tunnel, Arts Club) and the final will be held at The Dome. Heats will take place from January to May 2026 and will feature 32 bands. There will be a huge prize pot of £1000 for the winning act who will also win help with their merchandise…
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Sports
The Dangers of Playing Rugby: How High-Impact Injuries Affect the Body
Rugby is a sport defined by intensity. Every match involves fast collisions, sudden changes in direction, and powerful tackles that push the body to its limits. Players train hard to stay strong and agile, but even with excellent conditioning, protective gear, and proper technique, the physical risks remain higher than in most other sports. The nature of the game means that injuries are not an occasional event but an ongoing possibility that shapes both performance…
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Arts and Culture
DaDa Launches Global DDFI Extra Programme for Disability History Month
Award-winning disability arts organisation DaDa has unveiled DDFI Extra, an ambitious new international winter programme set to run throughout Disability History Month 2025 and into early 2026. Marking the latest chapter in DaDa’s 40th anniversary celebrations, DDFI Extra expands on the legacy of DaDaFest International, the UK’s longest-running disability arts festival. The new programme brings together artist development, creative exploration and accessible participation, connecting artists and audiences across Liverpool, Nigeria and Tanzania. Backed by the…
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Things to do in Liverpool
Where to Buy the Best Real Christmas Trees in Liverpool
There’s nothing quite like the smell of a real Christmas tree to kick off the festive season, and if you’re looking for real Christmas trees in Liverpool, you’re in luck. The city has plenty of fantastic places to pick up a real tree, whether you want to browse in person, order online for delivery, or support an independent local seller. From Aigburth to Woolton, Liverpool offers options for every household, budget, and tradition. Here’s your…
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Music
Westside Cowboy, Brooke Combe, Keyside and The Molotovs Lead First Wave of Sound City 2026 Line-Up
Sound City has unveiled the first wave of artists for its 2026 edition — and it’s one of the festival’s biggest announcements yet. The UK’s leading new music discovery festival returns to Liverpool City Centre from Saturday 2 to Sunday 3 May 2026, with its Sound City+ Conference launching the weekend on Friday 1 May. Among the first names revealed are hype-heavy Manchester four-piece Westside Cowboy, nu-soul powerhouse Brooke Combe, hometown indie favourites Keyside, and…
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Everton FC
Everton Launch New Winter Menu at Hill Dickinson Stadium
Fans heading to Everton’s clash with Newcastle United this Saturday (5:30pm kick-off) can look forward to a brand-new winter matchday menu at Hill Dickinson Stadium, featuring a variety of warming festive dishes available throughout December and early January. Created in partnership with Aramark, the refreshed menu introduces seasonal comfort food across the concourses and Club View — including an exclusive new item making its debut in the East Stand. What’s New This Winter At Hill…
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Cafes in Liverpool
Parliament Square Coffee Announces Flagship Opening on Cook Street in 2026
Liverpool’s much-loved independent café brand Parliament Square Coffee has announced ambitious expansion plans with the unveiling of a new 3,500 sq ft flagship store set to open on Cook Street in early 2026. The rapidly growing business, founded by husband-and-wife team Christopher and Hayley Commerford, launched its first café on Parliament Street in 2023 and has since become a favourite among coffee lovers across the North West. Known for its specialty brews, elevated brunch dishes…
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Theatre in Liverpool
Star-Studded Cast Announced for Cinderella at the Epstein Theatre This Christmas
The Epstein Theatre has unveiled the full glittering cast for its magical Christmas production of Cinderella, with Coronation Street favourite Katie McGlynn leading the way as the beloved fairytale heroine. McGlynn, who won a National Television Award for her role as Sinead Tinker, is joined by Liverpool panto icon Leanne Campbell, returning by popular demand to sprinkle festive magic as the Fairy Godmother. TV presenter and BBC Radio Merseyside reporter Kevin Duala – known to…
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Food and Drink in Liverpool
The Watering Can Unveils Magical Christmas Line-Up Packed with Food, Festive Fun and a Mischievous Santa
The Watering Can is officially stepping into Christmas, transforming its popular Greenbank Park venue into a glowing haven of festive food, carols and seasonal mischief throughout December. With twinkling lights in place and the halls fully decked, the much-loved Liverpool restaurant has unveiled a Christmas programme filled with indulgent dining and joyful experiences — from a souped-up Christmas roast to a cheeky adults-only Santa brunch. Festive Roasts Get a Christmas Makeover Running from 23 November…
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Things to do in Liverpool
Royal Albert Dock Liverpool to ‘Light Up Your Christmas’ with New Festive Experiences
This festive season, Royal Albert Dock Liverpool will shine brighter than ever as it launches ‘Light Up Your Christmas’, bringing free family-friendly experiences and a series of new illuminated installations to the city’s iconic destination, along with welcoming Alder Hey’s inaugural Santa Paddle. Festivities begin on 29 November, when visitors can meet a cast of interactive characters on stilts. From 1pm to 5pm, bubble-blowing candy canes and cheeky elves will roam around the inner quay, greeting children and spreading…
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Liverpool News
Liverpool ONE Announces Two Exciting New Additions for Football Fans
Liverpool ONE is set to become an even bigger destination for football lovers next spring, as two major new sports concepts prepare to open their doors in the city centre. Crossbar, a brand-new interactive football experience, and Pro:Direct Soccer, the world’s leading premium online football retailer, will both make their Liverpool debut at the retail and leisure hub—further cementing its reputation as one of the UK’s most vibrant shopping destinations. A New Football Retail Experience…
