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Our September winner will win the following: Tickets to see JAY Z at the Manchester Phones4U Arena this October One month’s VIP parking for two cars at the NCP car park at Shudehill with your own dedicated spaces One night stay & breakfast at the Park Inn by Radisson Manchester City Centre Meals and drinks for two at venues within The Printworks Four tickets to see a show at the Royal Exchange Theatre
The winner will be drawn on September 30, 2013.
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To enter each month all you need to do is tell us what you would do with your month of holding the Printworks Keys to the City. Visit www.theprintworks.com/competitions.
Aleef Newsagents sell a range of newspapers and magazines, mobile phone topup cards, Lotto tickets, a selection of stationery, crisps, drinks and snacks. For more information visit www.aleef.co.uk or ring 0161 834 6349.
WITH more than 42 car parks throughout the city, the NCP Manchester Ltd team works hard to encourage people to visit and shop in the area by constantly reviewing their offerings and listening to what customers want. Christmas is just around the corner and we are aware the shopping rush will start fairly soon so we will be announcing an entirely new price list for the NCP car park in the Arndale Centre – watch the media and the NCP website (www.ncp.co.uk) for more details. We like to think we bring more to the city than just our car parks by firmly putting our commitment into the local community. This year we have chosen to make Manchester our base for our new purpose-built centre for customer service and in doing so have brought 100 full and part time jobs to the area. NCP’s decision to locate and develop its customer contact centre in the centre of Manchester is evidence of the company’s commitment to being a partner of the city, supporting Manchester City Council in its shared aim to make Manchester a better place to live, work and visit. We are always proud sponsors of the leading Manchester International Festival, and this year proved no different as we became official partners for 2013. We were delighted when the Festival approached us to hold a live screening of Macbeth from the National Theatre in our NCP Bridgewater Hall car park over the summer. It’s not every day you get to experience such culture in a car park, and the people of Manchester supported the experience with incredible enthusiasm – and showed they can put together a great picnic. At the same time we installed charge points for electric
Find a job at The Printworks We are bringing a new branch of our award winning multi cuisine buffet to The Printworks Manchester this summer! So as you can imagine, we are on the hunt for talented staff. We have posts available for front of house including waiting and bar staff. We also have posts available for all types of kitchen staff. We are looking for dynamic experienced individuals to join the team. If you think you have what it takes why not apply today. Applicants should please request an application form by emailing micela@tiws.co.uk and nottingham@peachykeens.co.uk
KEYS: Last month’s winner Jennifer Stephenson
T&Cs: There is no cash alternative. The prize package will vary from month to month. Entrants must be 18 and over. The prize must be collected in person. The prizes must not be sold under any circumstances and must be used by the winners and associated parties only. We will draw the winner on the last day of every month in 2013. The winner will be contacted by email and must respond within three working days or the prize will be redrawn. No members of staff or associated parties may enter. Data may be shared with the third party partners providing the prizes.
Driving business into the city
Contact The Printworks, 27 Withy Grove, Manchester, M4 2BS info@theprintworks.co.uk 0161 829 8000
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We will draw a winner every month for a whole YEAR to win The Printworks Keys To The City worth over £1000!
Odeon cinema tickets
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One month membership at Virgin Active Printworks
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Bar and Waiting Staff at Tiger Tiger Tiger Tiger are looking for fun & energetic people to join our team!
We are looking for bartenders and waiting staff to join the Tiger Tiger family, offering great training, structured pay rates, a fun work environment & progression for those who want it. Experience is preferred but not essential. To apply please send us your CV to info@tigertiger-manch.co.uk referencing The Printworks
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vehicles at Church Street, Great Northern Warehouse and The Grand as part of an initiative with Transport for Greater Manchester. And Manchester Central, MIF 13 Gold Supporter, was one of the first private sector-led charge points with a dedicated Electric Vehicle Charging Station now located in its NCPoperated car park. A fully-charged electric car can cover around 100 miles and is better for the environment than traditional petrol or diesel cars. For further information on Greater Manchester Electric Vehicle Scheme visit ev.tfgm.com Our team regularly helps clean up Manchester during canal cleaning days and we always provide volunteers to paint benches, clean streets and help wherever the city tells us they need help. NCP offers a variety of parking options from multi storey car parks in good locations to surface sites on the edge of the city, with various deals targeted for commuters, shoppers and visitors to the city at weekends and evenings. We have an incredible increase in demand for our roving season ticket as customers now have the freedom of being able to park across a range of car parks which are all included in the price. Our early bird schemes are always popular – terms and conditions vary on each car park but the idea that the early bird catches the cheaper parking deal is very true as if you park before 8:30am then you can benefit from one of the cheapest parking days the city can offer. We hope you continue to park with us, and help drive business in to the city. Bar Supervisors, Bar Staff, Waitresses and Glass Collectors at Bierkeller What we are looking for: - Experience working in a high volume bar or restaurant. - an out going and friendly personality. - Be well presented at all times. - Have a passion for excellent customer service. - Good communication skills - Work well as part of a team You must be available to travel for inductions and training in either Leeds or Liverpool. If you feel you fit into the above categories and want a fresh challenge as part of a fast growing and thriving company please email your CV and cover letter to davehowarth@burningnightgroup.com
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On the big screen STARS flooded the ODEON and IMAX both on screen and off throughout a movie-packed summer. Popular DJ Nick Grimshaw made a special appearance to catch the premiere of Wolverine, starring Hugh Jackman, as part of his Movie Week with Radio 1. And, after mentioning the viewing on his radio show and offering free tickets, lucky listeners snapped up the prizes in a matter of minutes. Wolverine proved to be one of the hits of the summer at the ODEON, along with the highly anticipated family film prequel Monsters University and superhero blockbuster Man of Steel. And this autumn more stars will grace the screen, including Rachel McAdams in time travel romance ‘About Time’ and George Clooney and Sandra Bullock in the sci-fi ‘Gravity’. With 20 screens and 3D capability the ODEON has the flexibility to show live events such as opera, ballet and sport across the country. Up to 375 cinema-goers at a time can enjoy movies on the floor-to-ceiling 3D IMAX screen with superior sound, which is the second largest
in Europe after the London BFI IMAX. A luxury Gallery area has recently been revamped to include exclusive balcony seating, a lounge area and a licensed bar. All your trips to the ODEON could be earning you reward points to spend on tickets or food and drinks during your next visit – just sign up for your ODEON Premiere Club Card. The card sees you gain ten 10 points for every £1 you spend in cinema or online – with regular points promotions – and gives members exclusive offers, discounts and competitions. For more information or register for an ODEON Premiere Club Card please visit the ODEON’s website: www.odeon.co.uk The cinema also hosts conferences like no other as clients can wow stakeholders with presentations on giant cinema screens in the dedicated conference department. For more information about conference rooms or screens to hire, please email: Eventcoordinator@Odeonuk.com l To see what films are showing or to book tickets, visit the ODEON’s website: www. odeon.co.uk or www.theprintworks.com/the_ movies. Alternatively you can book tickets by ringing: 0871 2244 007.
IMAX schedule 30 October 08 November 22 November 13 December
Thor: The Dark World Gravity The Hunger Games: Catching Fire The Hobbit: Desolation of Smaug
Freshers’ specials
THE ODEON has a host of special offers to welcome students to Manchester. Not only can students get up to 33% off with a student ID card but they can also take advantage of the cinema’s special Freshers’ offer, which entitles them to a further 40% off.
ODEON Flashbacks
ODEON Manchester Flashbacks presents:
IF you love classic films then Flashbacks every Monday at 8pm at the ODEON are not to be missed. Movies are shown in their original 35mm format (where available) and viewings cost just £4 each. The unique event often sees fans dress up for the occasion, with many competitions, raffles, prize draws and entertainment also on offer. Follow @flashbackfans on Twitter, which has more than 1,200 followers, for upcoming information on screenings. You can also send in your suggestions as to what Flashback movies you think should be shown next.
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We advise you to book in advance as rare, popular or seasonal titles are likely to sell out prior to the day.
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The Goonies (1985)
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The Usual Suspects (1995)
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OUT IN OCTOBER: Thor: The Dark World
Just pick up a flyer at the MMU Freshers’ Fayre and Printworks ‘Lock In’ event. So, you could be paying as little as £3.18 at off-peak times for a standard 2D film! The offer is only valid until October 27, 2013.
Goodfellas (1990)
Reservoir Dogs (1992) Leon (1994)
The Evil Dead (1981)
Full Metal Jacket (1987) [TBC] Stand By Me (1986) Fargo (1996)
Cocktail (1988)
Trading Places (1983)
It’s A Wonderful Life (1946) Elf (2003)
Home Alone (1990)
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What’s new in The Printworks Big launch for Bierkeller MORE than 1,000 people turned up as a new entertainment complex opened its doors in The Printworks. Bierkeller, which has four bars, launched with an extravaganza of live music, food and drinks to bring the world’s finest beers and dishes along with traditional Bavarian-style entertainment to the city. Guests packed out the upstairs Ski Lodge bar, where you can settle down in a comfy booth with a huge stein of beer to admire the scenic portraits. And more filled the downstairs areas, where the Around The World bar offers brand new menus of beers and food from every continent across the globe. Ukulele band Ukebox took to the stage to entertain guests as they explored the impressive bar, which is decked out with travelling memorabilia and a wall of beer barrels. The menu brings a whole variety of tastes and cultures to Manchester as you can tuck into Spanish skewers, Thai prawns and New Zealand lamb or try a World Burger or Pizza. Delicious desserts of chocolate fudge cake, sticky toffee pudding, ice cream sundaes and arctic roll are on offer to finish your meal with the perfect treat. And guests can drink their way Around the World in 80 beers, with ales and lagers from almost 100 different countries to sample. Drinkers who collect six stamps in a special ‘passport’ – one stamp for each continent – will be entered into a prize draw for two Around the World tickets worth £5,000.
The next stop is the Shooters Sports Bar, where fans can watch sports including football, rugby, cricket and golf from opening to closing time on the 20 HD screens in the biggest sports bar in Manchester. Fanatic fans can reserve packages, including a place and drinks for match days, to make sure they do not miss out on a seat or a moment of the action. And there are also weekly pool tournaments and Xbox competitions in the bar – please check the website and Twitter for updates and more details. Completing the bar line up is the Bierkeller, a Bavarian-themed entertainment complex where guests enjoyed an Oompah Band Show, which are held every weekend. The cosy area also boasts booths where you can pull your own beers and enjoy live entertainment every night of the week, with staff in traditional lederhosen and dirndels. And if you want to watch shows in a little more privacy, the VIP area behind the stage offers up-close seats shielded by glass so others can’t see in. Decked out with leather chairs, tables and drinks holders and a variety of packages on offer, the VIP box is perfect for groups, birthdays, and hen or stag parties. l Visit Bierkeller’s website for their full menu and more information about their special packages and offers: www.thebierkeller.com. You can call them on 08455 333 000 or find them at:
CHEERS: Bierkeller staff (top), the Ski Lodge Bar (above), Around the World Bar (left) and Shooters Sports Bar (below)
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Christmas at Bierkeller
MUSIC: Ukebox played at the launch event
CELEBRATE the festive season at Bierkeller in The Printworks and claim 10% off all Christmas packages if you book before November 1. To receive this deal just quote ‘BierkellerWorks’ when booking. To book, ring 08455 333 000 or email: info@ thebierkeller.com
Freshers specials
LOOK out for Bierkeller at Freshers Fairs, where they will be handing out goody bags packed with treats. Items include plastic Steins glasses, shot glasses, bottle openers and fliers.
What’s on at Bierkeller?
JOIN Bierkeller for the launch of FIFA 2014 on Friday, September 27. Starting at midnight, there will be a competition on the Xboxes in the Shooters Sports Bar, and the competition will be open for the next two weeks. For more events, keep checking the Bierkeller website and Twitter.
World cuisine at Peachy Keens
A live buffet experience will bring you flavours from around the globe under one roof at a new venue in the Printworks. Peachy Keens offers an array of delicious starters, freshly prepared salads, authentic main courses and mouth-watering desserts from six different countries. Chefs at the live cooking stations will serve up dishes in seconds based on the ingredients and flavours you pick – creating fresh food to suit everyone’s taste buds. Dishes include Chinese crab claws and crispy duck, Mexican nachos and chilli poppers, and Thai Satay chicken and fish cakes. Also on offer are Italian fish fingers and salmon goujons, Japanese Chicken Yakitori and tofu, and Indian Pakora and chilli paneer. Diners can get their fill of food from as many countries as they like for as little as £6.99 per person for lunch or
£11.99 per person for dinner. And plans to add a live bar will also give customers the chance to learn how their drinks are made. With various dining and seating areas for up to 40 people, the venue is perfect for individuals, groups or parties looking for a meal out with a difference. l Find out more about Peachy Keens by visiting their website: www.peachykeens.co.uk/locations-manchester. html or calling them on 0161 839 1000. Also visit their Facebook and Twitter pages for the chance to win weekly prizes on meals and drinks: peachykeens.manchester @PeachyKeensManc For more information about food and drink packages for parties and groups, or to book, please ring 0161 839 1000.
Grand launch JOIN Peachy Keens for their Grand Launch on Wednesday, September 25 and be one of the first at the venue. There wille be stilt walkers and entertainment throughout the night.
Freshers’ discount PEACHY Keens is offering students a 20% discount – just pick up a flier from Freshers stalls.
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Spice up your Christmas
WHILE traditional Christmas dinners are being served up across the city, one restaurant is adding a twist to their dishes to bring something different to the party. At Chiquito bar and grill a Latin flair will spice up your Christmas as their Mexican theme is added to their festive food by executive chef David Peevers. Starters include hot chicken wings and classic nachos to season your Christmas with a flavour of North America. Traditional roast chicken for mains comes marinated in BBQ or Peri-Peri sauce with Mexican spiced rice and vegetables, while ‘street’ burritos of chilli beef, black beens and grated cheese all wrapped and baked in a flour tortilla are also on the menu. Or you could try the Tex Mex beef burger with onion rings or tuck into BBQ pulled pork wrapped in a tortilla and served with fries. A vegetarian option of Mexican
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flavoured roast cod or roasted pepper stuffed with vegetables and vegetarian chilli are also available. And with no mince pies in sight, round off your meal with a delicious dessert, including lemon drizzle cake, toffee popcorn brownie or churros. Chiquito’s beers and cocktails infused with Latin flavour will complete your festive party, with Christmas specials Merry Berry Sling and Chirstmas Cooler added to the regulars. l Chiquito’s Christmas Menu costs £15 for two courses, and you can add a dessert for just £3.50. To see Chiquito’s full Christmas menu, visit their website: www. chiquito.co.uk/restaurant/ manchester-printworks Please book your Christmas meal in advance to avoid missing out. Just book online or ring: 0161 830 1560. Please note Chiquito is not open on Christmas Day.
Discounts for students
VALID all day every day, students can receive 25% off food at Chiquito. Simply pick up a card in the restaurant or apply for one online and then register with the unique number on the back it to take advantage of the great offer. To find out more visit: www.chiquito.co.uk/free-food-for-students
A taste of the East with offers galore at Wasabi
A host of special offers at Wasabi will make sure you do not miss out on experiencing the best Japanese food right here in the heart of Manchester. Serving sushi off the belt as well as offering a choice of set menus, an a la carte menu and desserts, the sushi and noodle bar has something to tickle everyone’s taste buds. Starters include miso soup, garlic Katsu Shitake mushrooms and fried sweet potatoes while noodle dishes range from grilled chicken soba to seafood soba. Rich dishes bring you a flavour of the East including pork katsu curry, prawn and vegetable, Chirashi Sashimi and pork katsu. A variety of soup noodles, such as grilled chicken Ramen, Tokyo roast pork Ramen and chilli beef Ramen are also on the menu.
Temaki – Japanese finger food – offers a lighter alternative, along with delicacy Sashimi and the wide array of side dishes, including rice and beansprouts. To complete your meal, sweets include green tea ice cream, Mochi, and Dorayaki - with a new range to be added very soon. And to welcome students to the city and give them a taste of Japan, Wasabi are offering them 30% off their a la carte menu when they dine in the bar until September 30. Everybody can enjoy £1 sushi off the belt from 12noon– 3pm on Monday to Friday (grey plates) as well as all day on ‘Sumo Sundays’ every week. And a special lunch menu of £5.50 per person runs 12noon-3pm every day, allowing diners to enjoy three plates from the belt and one bowl of miso soup. l Wasabi also offer sushi takeaways and delivery service, as well as a variety of sushi platters which are great for parties and functions. Find out more about Wasabi’s dishes and offers on their website www.wasabisushi.co.uk or call them on 0161 834 8669.
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Lloyds brews up a storm
THE Real Ale Festival is back in town as Lloyds No.1 brings you a spread of up to 50 ales from the United Kingdom and America. The festival, which is organised by J D Wetherspoon and held every six months, will run from Wednesday, October 16 to Thursday 31 with a vast array of ales, lagers, bitters and stouts from £1.99. Award-winning ales line up next to speciality and organic beers, including pumpkin, peppercorn and coffee flavours, as well as beers brewed exclusively for J D Wetherspoon. And ten guest craft brewers from the USA will be on hand to talk about their beers and give you an insight into how they are made. Ciders and Perry will also be on sale, as well as coffee and Lloyds’ six real ales, which are changed every few days all year round. And not long after the festival, Lloyds will be getting into a festive mood as they host Christmas meals from November 11 to January 1, with bookings being taken now. For a special offer of £9.25 for your meal and
a drink, you can tuck into roast turkey with all the dressings, salmon fillet, or lentil, mushroom, mozzarella and pumpkin seed roast. Drinks include a selection of beers, wines, and mixers as well as soft drinks, juices and hot drinks. Add a starter of chicken liver and Ayrshire bacon pate, tomato and basil soup or broccoli and blue cheese soup for just £2.10. And treat yourself to dessert for £2.10, with Christmas pudding or chocolate mint cheesecake on offer. l Bookings are now being taken for Christmas meals for parties of any size. A children’s menu is also available for £3.99. Please ring Lloyds on 0161 817 2980 for more details or to book. You can also fill in their online booking form: www.jdwetherspoon.co.uk You can find more information about their offers and menus on Facebook and Twitter: LloydsNo1Printworks @LloydsNo1Bar_PW
Shake up your night TRY one of Lloyd’s pint cocktails for just £3.99 any day of the week. Mexican Iced tea, Lunch Box, Metropolitan and Black Beard are on offer while sweeter options are Fruit Orchard, Cherry Pop and Bam-Bam.
£100 worth of vouchers
FRESHERS can snap up goodie bags filled with offers and discounts to spend in Lloyds from the Printworks Pump Yard on October 1. Offers include any two of selected beers for £5, four Sourz for £5, two cocktail pitchers for £12, and a pint of Tuborg for £1.99. And a booklet of vouchers worth around £100 includes deals for Smirnoff and mixer, Jack Daniels
Tennessee Honey, Jagerbombs, Desperados, Magners Ciders, and soft drinks. Food vouchers are also included, with BBQ pork ribs at £5.99, Nachos £4.99 and a beer and a burger for £3.99. Finish off your visit with a dessert from £1.99 including ice cream sundae or chocolate fudge cake, or a coffee, latte or cappuccino for just 49p.
Happy holidays with Hank IT’S never too early to think about sprouts – claims a top bar and grill in the Printworks which is already in a festive spirit as the nights draw in earlier and earlier. With a Santa hat and special Christmas menu greeting you at the doorway, American-themed diner Henry J Bean’s is geared up and already taking bookings for Christmas. Whether you want a sit down feast, reception with finger food or a cocktail showdown, they have something for all budgets and occasions. Diners choosing the full Christmas menu can tuck into beef satay skewers, vegetarian
quesadilla or chicken wings for appetisers, and pick turkey, steak, chicken, beef burger or mac and cheese for mains. Top if off with sticky toffee waffle pudding, vanilla cheesecake or Mississippi mud pie – with all three courses costing £19 (Sun-Wed) or £21 (Thurs-Sat) for lunch or £23 (Sun-Wed) or £26 (Thurs-Sat) for dinner. Or if you opt for finger food – minimum 20 people from £12 per person – tasty snacks include sticky BBQ ribs, honey and mustard chipolatas, Caesar wraps, mini beef burgers, mozzarella sticks and deep fried prawns. And the buffet menu for 30 people or more offers a mouth-watering selection of mains, including Cajun chicken alfredo or chili with
Happy Hour with Hank
New on the menu
WITH music and a bar until late, there is no reason not to party with Hank during Henry J Bean’s Happy Hours. Happy Hour is every day from 8pm-10.30pm and includes cocktails at £4 and Becks Vier pints at £2.75. And if you book an area for six people or more, you’ll get a platter of nibbles and famous rainbow shots absolutely free. Call 0161 827 7820 to book or visit the website for Happy Hour listings.
NEW dishes have been added to Bean’s menu. Chicken wings, slow cooked baby back BBQ ribs and burgers are just some of the choices. Visit the website for a full menu – and quote ‘News of the Works’ to get a 25% discount off your next bill. Also freshened up is the drinks menu with a range of retro, quirky cocktails. And enjoy offers all day long on cocktail Fish Bowls from £3 per glass, jugs of Budweiser for £13 and Jack Daniels barrels of fun at only £15.
rice, finger food and sides for £24 per person. And the food will all be fresh and homemade – just like all their dishes all year around. The only Printworks venue to serve completely fresh food, Henry J Bean’s prides itself on its homemade burgers and sauces, with daily deliveries to ensure ingredients are the freshest. To wash it down well, drinks offers and vouchers are available on a range of red and white wines and cocktails, including Cranberry Cooler, Pina Colada and Alabama Slammer. With a warm and inviting ambiance, Henry J Bean’s has American-style booths perfect for smaller groups, buffet space for ten to 90 people, or if you’re celebrating en masse 130 can sit in the whole venue (or 600 standing). And for parties of ten or more who book in advance, great deals and discounts are on offer, including a free glass of Prosecco on arrival if you book before the end of October. l With seating, lounge seating and a separate dining area with booths and dance floor, Henry J Bean’s is perfect for product launches, conferences, wine tastings, quizzes, fashion shows, corporate hire, private parties and receptions. Allergies and dietary requirements can be catered for. For more details, menus or to book your Christmas party ring: 0161 827 7820 or visit their website www.henryjbeans.co.uk/manchester
Competition
HENRY J Bean’s iss giving away a free Christmas party for ten people, including a welcome cocktail and a finger buffet. Simply submit your business card or details to a member of staff before November 30 to be in with a chance of winning this treat to brighten up your Christmas. The winner will be emailed and given full details. If you want more details before applying please ask the staff.
Henry J Bean’s Cocktail of the month: Pina Colada
THIS sweet and fruity cocktail will bring a little bit of the exotic to your day. Just mix equal parts of Koko Kahu coconut rum liqueur and Mount Gay Eclipse rum with a dash of coconut syrup, pineapple juice, milk and double cream. Shake all the ingredients in a shaker or blender with crushed ice then pour into a hurricane or squall glass. Top with crushed ice if desired and garnish with a pineapple slice and leaf….and a sparkler if you’re feeling jazzy.
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Fright night for charity JOIN The Printworks for their grisly and gruesome trip through Manchester to celebrate Halloween with their Zombie Walk on Sunday, October 27. More than 1,000 people dressed up for last year’s fright night, which raises money for charity, wearing everything from blood and fangs to
ghosts and Frankenstein, This year the event, which is open to all ages, starts at 4pm and the walk commences at 6pm. For more details, please check The Printworks website www.theprintworks.com, Facebook /printworksmcr and Twitter @The_ Printworks
SCARY: Walkers dressed up (above and right) for last year’s event (below)
Let the Freshers’ fun begin A jam-packed Freshers’ schedule at The Printworks will make sure your time in Manchester gets off to a fun-filled and exciting start. From Monday, September 16 to Monday, October 14, rock up to our venues wearing a Printworks student wristband to enjoy drinks and food offers, half price entry and much more. On Sunday, September 22 the big event of Freshers Week will see more than 5,000 people pack out six venues in the Printworks for The Super Big One. With a superhero fancy dress theme, the event is the official end to Salford and the University of Manchester welcome weeks but is just the start for students at Manchester Met. Bierkeller, Norwegian Blue, Tiger Tiger, Waxy O’Connor’s, Entourage and Birdcage will open their doors from 9pm to 3am, with each playing a different genre of music.
For tickets call 07968 949 671 or buy online: www.fatsoma. com/events/93684 – then exchange your ticket for a wristband at Norwegian Blue on September 22 between 1pm-8pm. Then on Tuesday, October 1, pick up even more offers in the Pump Yard and get exclusive access as the Printworks welcomes students to a ‘Lock In’ event from 5pm onwards. And look out for offers for a host of other events, including David Haye versus Tyson Fury at the Manchester Evening News Arena on Saturday, September 28. There’s more sport to enjoy when the NBA Basketball comes to the arena in October, followed by the Ultimate Fighting Championship from Wednesday, October 23. l Wristbands must be shown with a valid student ID. Keep checking The Printwork’s ‘Student Life’ section for the latest offers and events: www.theprintworks.com/students
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Live at Waxy’s ENJOY live music almost every night of the week at Waxy O’Connor’s. Musicians take to the stage on the first and third Mondays of the month, as well as every Wednesday, Friday and Saturday night. Thursday is Open Mic Night from 8pm, with the chance to sing your way to £250. And on Saturdays after live music from 8-10pm, there will be a live DJ from October 5 to keep customers entertained. And don’t miss the new weekly ‘Sing along Sundays’ when the resident musician will supply song books so everyone can join in a good oldfashioned sing along. You can download the songbook, which includes classic’s ‘Dirty Old Town’, ‘Molly Malone’, ‘Hey Jude’, ‘Don’t Look Back In Anger’ and ‘Chasing Cars’, from www.theprintworks.com/the_place/ events/singalong_sunday_s_at_waxy_s_/ And on Thursday, September 26, join Waxy’s as live bands play in the Printworks Pump Yard to celebrate Arthur’s Day in memory of Arthur Guinness, the man who founded the Dublin brewery in 1759.
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Stars take to the ring in Manchester AN extravaganza of events will be hosted by The Printworks as they welcome the Ultimate Fighting Championship to Manchester. Sessions will run over three days from Wednesday, October 23 and will include open workouts, media scrums, and question and answer sessions at The Printworks’ new venue Bierkeller. There will also be competitions for fans and meet and greet events, as well as an official prefight party, which
supporters are invited to attend on Friday, October 25. Then the main event on Saturday sees Manchester-born Michael ‘The Count’ Bisping fight on British soil for the first time since 2010 as he faces Mark ‘The Filipino Wrecking Machine’ Munoz at the Phones 4U Arena. l Tickets start at £75 and are available online from www.phones4uarena.co.uk or www.ticketmaster.co.uk For more information about UFC please visit http:// uk.ufc.com
UFC MANCHESTER
FIGHT WEEK SCHEDULE
WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 23 BIERKELLER INSIDE PRINTWORKS: 12PM – 2PM UFC OPEN WORKOUTS AND MEDIA SCRUMS FEATURING UFC FIGHT NIGHT MANCHESTER FIGHTERS
BIERKELLER INSIDE PRINTWORKS: 4PM – 5:30PM Q & A WITH UFC OCTAGON GIRL CARLY BAKER AND UFC GUEST FIGHTER FANS HAVE THE CHANCE TO WIN PRIZES AND TICKETS TO THE MAIN EVENT THURSDAY, OCTOBER 24 BIERKELLER INSIDE PRINTWORKS: 6PM - 8PM SPECIAL SCREENING AND MEET & GREET WITH UFC FIGHTERS AND OCTAGON GIRL CARLY BAKER
MEET UFC FIGHTERS AND WATCH A SPECIAL SCREENING OF UFC HIGHLIGHTS FRIDAY, OCTOBER 25 MANCHESTER CENTRAL: 1PM-4:30PM UFC MANCHESTER OFFICIAL WEIGH INS
BIERKELLER INSIDE PRINTWORKS: 6PM - 9PM UFC FIGHT CLUB PARTY & INTERNATIONAL Q & A ALL FANS WELCOME TO ATTEND OFFICAL PREFIGHT PARTY AND EXPEREINCE A VIRTUAL Q & A WITH FIGHTERS FROM ACROSS THE GLOBE SATURDAY, OCTOBER 26 PHONES 4U ARENA: 3:30PM – 11:00PM UFC FIGHT NIGHT: BISPING vs. MUNOZ
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Manchester History Tours EXPLORE the heritage and history of The Printworks as well as getting an exclusive insight into the current venues with Manchester Guided Tours. Guests will get the chance to find out more about the past of the grand building and its newsprint days, as well as learn about the surrounding area. Features of the building will be discussed, as well as other structures that stood on the site before The Printworks existed. Original memorabilia will be on display, and visitors can also experience some behind the scenes activity at The Printworks venues and rooftop garden. Emma Fox, a professional Green Badge Guide registered with the Institute of Tourist Guiding, will be leading the next tours on at 11am-1pm on Sunday September 29 and December 1. She said: “Most people are really exciting about the history but also want to go up on the roof to see the bees and see behind the scenes in the venues and management suite.” The tours begin outside Café Rouge and goes through the Printworks complex, stopping at venues including the Hard Rock Café crammed with memorabilia, and the ODEON which has the second largest IMAX screen in Europe. Tickets cost £7 or £6 concessions and they can be booked online at: www. showmemanchester.eventbrite.com l For more information please visit: www.manchesterguidedtours.com or email showmemanchester@yahoo.co.uk You can follow Emma Fox on Twitter @showmemcr and also follow Manchester Guided tours @mcrguidedtours
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Getting a flavour of wagamama By Aimee Howarth WITH a host of new mouth-watering dishes joining the classic choices, wagamama brings every flavour of Japan to hungry guests. And when I was invited to try out some of the new and most popular meals, I headed to the restaurant in the Printworks - the first wagamama to open outside of London twelve years ago. The venue has a retro feel as you go down a sleek metal staircase to get to wagamama’s dining benches. With a long room ending in open kitchens, there is a friendly and welcoming atmosphere – which is added to by the shared bench tables. After being greeted by the attentive staff, I ordered a mango, apple and orange juice, which gave a refreshing, sweet and soothing start to my meal. Hot drinks, soft drinks, and alcohol including Tiger Beer, Kirin Ichiban, and plum wine are also on the drinks list to provide plenty of choice. Turning to the food, starters aren’t an option at Wagamama – instead diners can choose side dishes to accompany their mains to give a little added extra. I decided to try gyoza – vegetable dumplings served with a chili, garlic, sesame and soy sauce – and lollipop prawn kushiyaki – skewers of grilled prawns marinated in chilli and sweet-sour and hot sauce. With a soft outside and gently oozing vegetables, the dumplings melted in the mouth with a just a hint of lemon, while the tender yet crispy prawns brought a kick of tangy chilli. For mains, I tried best-selling dish chicken katsu curry –
Chicken katsu curry
Chilli men
grilled chicken breast served with curry sauce and sticky white rice – and chilli men –chicken or prawns stir fried with vegetables in spicy tomato chilli men sauce and served with soba noodles. Inside a gently crisped coating, the chicken was succulent and a spicy sauce brought the dish alive, balanced with rice and a crunchy salad – easy to see why this is a firm favourite. And the chilli men also had a spicy kick to it as the tender prawns nestled on a bed of soft noodles and colourful vegetables. To finish my meal, I chose a taster portion of three cakes – white chocolate and ginger cheesecake, chocolate cake and passion fruit cheesecake. All rich and sweet, they added a soothing and cool final course, with my favourite definitely being the moist, soft chocolate cake with a layer of cream on top. Restaurant manager Jo said: “We love to serve fresh, vibrant food to our customers. Our philosophy is everyone digs in together and has a taste of everything. “It’s a friendly, fast-flowing environment so whether you’re eating with friends, your family or having a quick meal before catching a concert, there’s something for everyone.” l wagamama is open from 12noon to 11pm every day, but closes at 10pm on Sundays. Large parties (six or more) can book in advance. Find wagamama’s full menu, including children’s and their takeaway menu, on their website: www.wagamama. com You can also call 0161 839 5916, follow them on Twitter: @wagamama_uk or download their phone app.
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Lollipop prawn kushiyaki
Vegetable gyoza
Three taster cakes for dessert
WELCOMING: wagamama’s dining benches
Mediterranean flair for all occasions at Papa G’s Loyal customers
DON’T forget to pick up a Papa G’s loyalty card so you can start collecting stamps to earn yourself free food. Just spend £10 per visit to collect a stamp, and once you have two stamps you can enjoy a free portion of bread and dips. Five stamps will get you a free starter, collect seven for a free sharing platter and if you collect all ten, you’ll get a free main course. Terms and conditions apply.
Lunch menu
EVERYONE can enjoy a fantastic new lunch menu at Papa G’s for only £6.45 for one course or two for £8.95. Starters include chicken wings and soup, and for mains you can choose from Chicken Pitta Souvlaki, Margherita Pizza, Penne with Wild Mushrooms, The Big Greek Sandwich and many more. To see the full lunch menu, visit Papa G’s website.
BRING a little Mediterranean sunshine to Manchester by paying a visit to the Printwork’s only Greek restaurant – whatever the occasion. At Papa G’s, traditional Greek and Cyprian recipes taught over generations means all their generous portions are carefully served up bursting with flavour. Signature dishes include Kleftiko, Stifado, Soulvaki and homemade pizzas – all cooked with the freshest ingredients to leave you desperate to come back for more. So whether you’re dining out before a concert, celebrating a birthday or just eating with friends, the restaurant has just the space for you. Downstairs, where there is a welcoming open kitchen and a children’s library nestled under DISHES: Traditional
the stairs, all ages can relax and enjoy their meal at this family run business. If you’re looking for a more private space, the upstairs dining room seats up to 70 guests for any social occasion, including weddings, birthdays and christenings. And with a 10ft retractable screen with satellite connection, it is also perfect for conferences, presentations, and sporting events. l Papa G’s is open from 12noon to 10.30pm daily and until 11pm on Fridays and Saturdays. For more information, to see their menus or for bookings, ring 0161 834 8668, email info@papags.co.uk or visit their website: www.papags.co.uk You can also find them on Facebook (Papa Gs) or on Twitter @PapaGs_Greek
Stifado
FUNCTIONS: The upstairs private area decked out for a birthday party (left), Papa G’s open kitchen (centre) and (right) the bright and welcoming downstairs dining tables and booths
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Norwegian Blue’s ultimate sporting experience
WITH the sports seasons back underway, Norwegian Blue has opened its very own directors’ box where fans can relax and watch their favourite teams in style. With football-shaped seats, a large TV screen and space for plenty of drinks, the box offers a luxury private space where you and up to five friends can cheer on your side. From football – including Premier League, internationals, and Spanish Italian and German football – to cricket, golf and more, there is plenty to choose from. Available to hire for only £5 per person per match, the directors’ box has already proved popular so must be booked in advance. But if you prefer catching a game in the main bar, take your pick of the 15 screens there which show different sports throughout the day.
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And if you’re feeling peckish, the hybrid bar offers light snacks from 12noon to 9pm every day, including sandwiches, Paninis, wraps, hot dogs, jacket potatoes and desserts. You can even claim 15% off your total food bill if you present an ODEON cinema ticket, valid on the day of the viewing, between 5pm and 6pm. And come night time, the bar is a hub of music and fun over two floors, offering the perfect place to relax with friends on the lower floor or upstairs on the Mezzanine balcony. l Norwegian Blue is open from 12noon to 2am every day. For more information, menus and offers, ring 0161 839 1451 or visit their website: www.norwegianbluemanchester.co.uk You can also find them on Facebook (Norwegian Blue_) and Twitter (@NorwegianBlue).
LUXURY: The directors’ box
Adults only: Not for kids NORWEGIAN Blue has launched a fantastic range of six alcoholic milkshakes at only £3.95 each. Try the classic vanilla, chocolate or strawberry if you prefer smooth and sweet or for something a bit different go for the caramel latte, after eight or banoffee shake.
Find l’esprit de Noël at Café Rouge ADD a bit of Ooh la la to your festive celebrations by enjoying food, drink and entertainment at Café Rouge. The traditional Parisian brasserie is offering customers an early gift of 20% off their food bill for any Christmas party booking made before September 30. And with a new French-inspired Christmas Party menu to choose from, it’s the perfect place to get into ‘l’esprit de Noël’. With three courses for £19.95, starters include soup de provence, paté and saumon fumé to begin your meal with a taste of the continent. For mains, traditional French dishes dinde rôtie (roast turkey) and confit du canard (duck leg confit) are on the menu, as well as truite de mer (sea trout) and gratin aux epinards (spinach and pumpkin gratin). And treat yourself to a dessert, including pudding de Noël, crème brûlée or sorbet, to complete your meal. A ‘Festive four for three’ is available on selected wines and beers to enjoy along with your food. And this year, Café Rouge has also launched a ‘Festive
Foursome Nibbles’ for customers to share with friends or loved-ones. The package offers a sampler board, petit bouchée, pain rustique and petit fours for £9 per person, with either a bottle of house red, four Stella Artois or four Stella Cidre also included. Or bring in the New Year in style at Café Rouge by tucking into food and drink and dancing the night away to live entertainment over two floors to welcome in 2014. l See Café Rouge’s Christmas Party menu, Festive Nibbles and other menus by visiting their website: www.caferouge.co.uk or calling them on 0161 832 7749 for more information or to make a booking. You can also follow them on Twitter: @CafeRougeTweet Café Rouge is open from 9am-11pm on Mondays to Saturdays and 9am-10pm on Sundays. TO receive 20% off your food bill for your Christmas party at Café Rouge, simply quote ‘Printworks’ when making your booking. Bookings must be made before September 30.
PARISIAN: Café Rouge has al fresco and inside seating downstairs (left), an elaborate stairwell (centre) and more seating upstairs for guests (right)
A cocktail masterclass TURN your big night out into a cocktail masterclass at Norwegian Blue. Talented bar staff will show off their skills to you and your friends and teach you how to make the perfect cocktail in a private bar. Enjoy up to three cocktails and a buffet for £19.95 per person. To book call: 0161 839 1451
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Even more reason to try Virgin Active WITH a wide range of packages to choose from, keep fit and healthy just the way you want at the Printworks’ only health club. At Virgin Active, packages from all-inclusive offering full access to all facilities down to young persons discounted deals ensures there is the perfect fit for all abilities and ages. Whether you pick a 12-month contract, a rolling month-by-month deal or off peak hours, you can find the membership that helps you get the most out of your time at the club. The world-class facilities available are just as varied, including a gym with the latest equipment, personal trainers and innovative classes such as zumba, body pump and pilates. So whether it’s a work out, stretch out or chill out that you fancy, you’ll find it at Virgin Active. If you want a dip, you can shape up in the 20m swimming pool or sign up for a series of lessons to improve your stroke with an instructor. Or for a well-earned rest, unwind in Virgin Active’s luxurious spa
facilities, Jacuzzis, saunas, steam rooms and relaxation lounges, or enjoy their complimentary internet. And if you’re already focusing on getting in shape for the festive season, Virgin Active is offering free Open Weekend sessions to give you a helping hand. At Virgin Active, it’s all about doing what you love in the way you love it. Classes and facilities can be enjoyed for free on Saturdays and Sundays by members and visitors who book in advance and bring the coupon below to the gym on the day with their ID. l Virgin Active is open 6.30am to 10pm on Monday to Friday and from 8am to 8pm on Saturday and Sunday. They also offer complimentary open weeks for businesses, health and wellness days and open weekends. For monthly offers, membership deals and a full list of activities and classes available at Virgin Active, visit: www.virginactive.co.uk or call the club on 0161 831 9922.
POOL: Take a dip GYM: Or work out
Open weekend pass
Complimentary weekend passes are by appointment only, one per person, must be booked 24 hours in advance and subject to satisfactory completion of a medical questionnaire. Passes can only be used on a Saturday or Sunday by members or visitors. All guests are required to bring ID along with the pass into the club. Terms and conditions apply. To book your free day pass and class, please call 0161 831 9922. This offer is only valid until December 31, 2013.
It’s party time at Entourage
NEW themed nights daily every day of the week at Entourage mean you can always party in style. Every Monday is Nostaliga night with dance classics and selected drinks only 80p until 11pm. Mischief Tuesdays bring RnB and dance music to the club, with selected drinks £1 before 11pm. Then Kahula Wednesdays add an exotic twist with Hawaiian Tiki drinks buckets and treasure chests. Urban music will play on Paparazzi Thursdays, which will sometimes be society nights, previously including Korean, Oriental and Medics. Special guests will entertain on the first Friday of each month, with Jay Z’s Magna Carta Holy Grail official after party with his tour DJ first up in October. On the second Friday you can party with DJ Tim Westwood, the third Friday sees BBC 1xtra party at the club and to round off the month is Block Party.
Flag-ship event ‘Hotel’ packs out Entourage every Saturday as clubbers enjoy the ultimate experience with concierge staff and ‘maid’ service. And round off the weekend to house, garage and club classics at The Sunday Club, with the Smoke and Cypher dance battle on the last weekend of each month, when selected drinks are £2 all night. Set over two floors with stylish décor, a balcony, 14 areas to hire and a capacity of around 1,000, Entourage has something for everyone. So whether you want a four person bench or a lavish private 25 seater booth with dancing space, you’ll find the perfect package for your night out. You might even rub shoulders with the stars as Entourage - home to numerous aftershow parties has welcomed celebrities including Rita Ora, rapper TYGA, Plan B and some of the Shameless cast. Entourage opens 10pm-3am every night and from 5pm on Friday and Saturday. For events, guest lists and tables, visit www.entouragemanchester.com For all booking enquiries, contact Jason on 0161 839 1344 or 0781 224 0843. Find Entourage on Facebook /Entourage Manchester and follow them on Twitter @EntourageManc