Food and Drink in Liverpool

Gordon Ramsay’s Bread Street Kitchen & Bar Liverpool Opening 11 February

Gordon Ramsay is bringing his popular premium casual dining concept, Bread Street Kitchen & Bar to Liverpool. Ramsay’s first Bread Street in England outside of London, he has appointed the talented Gareth Jones as Executive Head Chef at the new restaurant and bar at Liverpool ONE.  Bread Street Kitchen & Bar Liverpool will open on 11 February 2022. Gordon Ramsay Restaurants’ CEO Andy Wenlock says that Bread Street Kitchen & Bar, Liverpool marks a significant…

Things to do in Liverpool

All About Love – At LEAF This February

Whilst February 14 is traditionally the day of annual amour, LEAF are taking this idea, turning it inside out and expanding it not only across the whole month but also to encapsulate love in all its myriad shapes and sizes across Liverpool and the Wirral with All About Love.  Events include an anti-dating app social night, yoga, special food and drink menus and a brand-new tea. Local celebrant Wendi Surtees-Smith at LEAF on Bold Street…

Liverpool News

Liverpool Chef Dave Critchley Gets ‘Second Bite’ At Popular TV Cookery Show

Liverpool chef Dave Critchley will return to the heat of the Great British Menu kitchen next week. The executive chef director at Lu Ban, which creates Tianjin inspired dishes, has been invited back to compete in the new series of the popular BBC cookery show. Critchley is one of four chefs competing in the North West regional heat, which tests the chefs’ creative and culinary skills in the search for the perfect menu. The weekly…

Liverpool News

Without Walls Announces Partnership With Disability-Led DaDa

Without Walls have announced that award-winning arts organisation DaDa will be joining its network of some of the UK’s most highly regarded outdoor arts and performance specialists – an imperative group of organisations as we move through the Covid19 pandemic.  DaDa delivers a biennial international festival, providing a platform for disabled, Deaf and neurodivergent artists to develop and produce high-quality work. Founded in 1984 and based in Liverpool, the organisation was among the first disability-led…

Food and Drink in Liverpool

The Ultimate Guide To Liverpool Food Halls

Updated for 2022! Here’s all you need to know about Liverpool Food Halls. Baltic Market In 2017 the team behind Independent Liverpool (discount card supporting Liverpool independent businesses) opened Liverpool’s first food hall featuring a raft of independent traders, some of which were established restaurants with pop ups and some were new businesses looking for their big break. From day one the Baltic Market has been and is consistently bustling with people and has helped…

Things to do in Liverpool

Step into ’22 at Royal Albert Dock

Royal Albert Dock Liverpool has launched its new campaign, Step into ’22, inviting visitors to embark on a variety of feel-good things to do at the dock. From fitness trails around the waterfront with free dog treats for four-legged friends, to healthy menus from the bars and restaurants, and even an unmissable Valentine’s competition, the dock has everything needed to start the new year on a high. Visitors looking to increase their step count can…

Art Exhibitions in Liverpool

‘Discombobuloscopy’ Exhibition To Open In February

Discombobuloscopy By Roxy Topia and Paddy Gould, is part of Convenience Gallery 21/22 programme In Cahoots.  Discombobuloscopy is an experimental collaborative painting, made in relief from hand cut MDF, metal and polymer clay. Mounted as a tri-fold modesty screen made specifically for the Convenience Gallery modular framework, it sits in a tradition of decoratively carved and painted screens and room dividers that dates back thousands of years, including those used for the privacy of medical…

Music

KOF Releases New Track ‘Grace’

Standing as one of Liverpool’s most exciting Hip-Hop and R&B artists, KOF is gearing up to release his new single Grace.  Though the artist has been making waves in the Liverpool music scene for well over a decade now, he continues to find new ways to show off his talents on the track, released on Friday 28 January 2022.  The track sees KOF reflecting on the hard work that got him to where he is…

Activities in Liverpool

Must-visit places in Liverpool’s North Docks

Since the unveiling of North Shore’s Ten Streets vision, Liverpool’s North Docks has become increasingly popular and is now home to a number of amazing businesses and restaurants. The area is only to keep growing and likely become a new creative district for Liverpool, as well as home to Everton’s new grounds. Here are some of our must-visit places in the North Docks. Ten Streets Social Ten Streets Social is the place to go for live…

Food and Drink in Liverpool

Liverpool Restaurants Perfect For A Romantic Valentine’s Day

Valentine’s Day is all about showing your significant other that you appreciate them and spending quality time together. An amazing meal is the date start to any date night and with restaurants bound to be fully booked fast, it’s time to start deciding where you’ll be eating this year. We’ve created a guide of our favourite restaurants in Liverpool, perfect for an evening of romance this Valentine’s Day. Roski At Röski Restaurant, you can enjoy…

Review

Liverpool One unveils new destination sign

A major piece of artwork to symbolise Liverpool’s growing popularity as a must-see city was unveiled yesterday, in Liverpool ONE. The giant sign, which is 14.5 metres in length, has been commissioned by Liverpool ONE and Culture Liverpool to mark a predicted increase in tourism, as we all look forward to better times ahead and move out of restrictions. Located on Thomas Steers Way near to the Hilton Hotel, the installation is visible from The…

Lifestyle

Most Popular Areas to Purchase A Home in Merseyside Right Now

You know that the housing market’s worth looking at when it’s continually being talked about in mainstream news. In the UK, there’s been a tremendous increase in both housing market activity and house prices, seemingly being counter to conventional wisdom. Yet, en masse, people are looking for new houses, cashing in on their own property price increases while also buying new homes at an increased price. It’s been hellish for first-time buyers, but seen as…

Lifestyle

How To Go To A Gig and Stay Sober

If you’re a fan of music, or just love high-energy crowds and noise, going to a gig can be a great night out. The shared experience of seeing live music with hundreds, or thousands, of other people is totally unique and unlike anything else. Gigging can be among the most fun, and memorable, experiences that it’s possible to have on a night out. However, while plenty of people who go to gigs are there to…

Music

In Conversation – Carlo Variola (Ocean Waves Brasil Project)

Carlo Variola is the driving force behind Ocean Waves Productions, which is truly an international project. Carlo has travelled the world, spending time in Liverpool and currently working on the next chapter of the Ocean Waves legacy. Michael Fell caught up with Carlo to find out all about the Ocean Waves Brasil Project. Liverpool Noise: Hey Carlo, you’re currently based in Brazil and keeping up the fantastic Ocean Waves Project. How’s it going over there…

Entertainment in Liverpool

Immersive golf experience and bar, On The Green, launches at Liverpool One

Liverpool One has welcomed the city’s first fully immersive golf experience with four premium golf simulators, a bar and premier roof terrace. On The Green is perfect for beginners and avid golfers, and offers a chilled atmosphere and new experiences. The immersive golf experience allows customers to play virtual 18-hole rounds of golf on a number of the world’s top courses, including Pebble Beach Golf Links (USA), Le Golf National (France), PGA National (USA) and local…

Festivals

Parklife release a killer 2022 line-up

Parklife is back for 2022, with one of their best line-ups yet. The metropolitan festival at Heaton Park on Saturday 11 and Sunday 12 June will kick-off the festival season and has bagged Tyler the Creator, 50 Cent and Megan Thee Stallion. An incredible selection of DJs will have everyone hyped with the likes of Carl Cox, Peggy Gou, Camelphat, Nina Kraviz, Amelie Lens, Sonny Fodera and many more. Bicep headlines The Valley, with Tyler…

Art Exhibitions in Liverpool

Wirral students explore ‘Fresh Perspectives’ on art at Lady Lever

Fresh Perspectives, the exhibition of inspiring artworks from students of five Wirral secondary schools, returns this week at the Lady Lever Art Gallery. Running from 28 January – 20 March, the exhibition contains a diverse range of paintings, photography and other artworks, all of which have been created by pupils from five Wirral schools: St Mary’s Catholic College, Wirral Grammar School for Girls, The Oldershaw School, Wirral Hospitals’ School and Prenton High School for Girls.…

Culture in Liverpool

Liverpool’s LGBTQ+ Legends

Liverpool has a diverse history and many iconic activists, artists and celebrities in the LGBTQ+ community are from Liverpool. February is LGBTQ+ History Month, so here are some of Liverpool’s LGBTQ+ legends, who deserve celebration.   Frankie Goes to Hollywood Back in the 80s, Frankie Goes to Hollywood were a huge deal, with two openly gay band members and music that has become huge in the gay community. Formed in Liverpool, the band went against…

Independent Places in Liverpool

The 5 Best Plant Shops In Liverpool

When looking for house plants, it is highly recommended that you buy from local nurseries, and luckily, Liverpool has plenty. Whether you want to buy a little cactus whilst you’re out shopping or need five new peace lilies dropped off at your doorstep, we’ve got you covered with the 5 best plant shops in Liverpool. Root Houseplants Root is a family-run business, which homes over 200 varieties of plants. Created by Lisa and her passion…

Things to do in Liverpool

Top 5 things to do for Galentine’s Day in Liverpool

Being single on Valentine’s Day can be truly unbearable, watching your friends coupled up and receiving flowers and gifts. But, you can feel loved, appreciated and whole without a romantic relationship, and celebrate Galentine’s Day instead. Galentine’s Day is February 13th, and is dedicated to spending time with your friends and sharing your appreciation for those you’re romantically tied to. Usually, it’s celebrated by women but all genders are encouraged to take part. We’ve created…