Delis galore, Chorlton, Manchester
Rather than spend an afternoon in the crowds of Manchester why not jump on a tram and ride 20 minutes to the trendy south Manchester suburb of Chorlton? The neighbourhood has dozens of crafty shops, independent traders and an unrivalled variety of places to eat, drink and be merry. Among the highlights are The House of Bystander for its local art; Chorlton bookshop, which is a beautiful independent store; and Franny & Filer, which stocks contemporary artisan jewellery. After shopping you can find any sort of cuisine: Barbakan Deli is wonderful for a fresh lunch, the tapas at Bar San Juan is the best you’ll find outside Spain and the Beech Inn is perfect for a winter pint.
Mike Ladyman
