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McDonalds, Manchester

11-05-2009

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'Mc Donald's, Mc Donald's Kentucky Fried Chicken and a Pizza Hut!' That was the song me and a group of unfortunate backpackers sung while stranded in the Australian Outback, miles from anywhere, with steam belching from the bonnet of our car, waiting for a lift, as delirium set in. We were being baked alive in the heat and trying frantically not to think of Mad Aussie Serial Killers.
I thought I'd share that little tale with you, as it explains why I didn't go into a McDonald's for years. It's also marginally more interesting than eating there.
McDonald's is a known quantity. Love it or hate it, you know what you're going to get. I had a quarter pounder with fries. It was actually quite nice. Oh, and there's these little nutritional info bites on all the little boxes. God bless Morgan Spurlock.
Oh, and about the nightmare Outback incident. We got rescued about an hour after we crashed. The guy wasn't a serial killer either, but a bloody good bloke.

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Electrik, Manchester

08-05-2009

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I want to make this clear. I like this place.

I like the way it has raised itself phoenix-like from the ashes of Revise. I like the wacky promotional work, and I like the buzz in this place. It’s a great place to meet with people, and I’ve always enjoyed myself.

This is a very popular place, whether you go at weekend, or during the week, or if you take part in the ‘World Famous’ quiz.

But it’s no different from Revise. Apart from a lick of paint and some wacky lettering, the layout is similar, the prices are similar, and the drinks are similar. No, I take that back, there’s a slightly larger range. But it’s still very similar.

If you’re starting to foam at the mouth with rage, please don’t. The venue was always a good one. All it needed was good promotion. It now has it, and it’s good to see it full of people enjoying good times.

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Leo's Italian Restaurant, Manchester

08-05-2009

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It’s a rather expensive but good Italian restaurant which serves a standard range of Italian favourites.

It's popular because they are very good at what they do; the Risotto for example was to die for, and even though I was overstuffed by the time dessert came, I couldn't resist spooning another mouthful into my already engorged stomach! It’s also popular because it's a very good place to check out at lunchtime or midweek. That’s when they have special offers.

One word of warning; the dishes appear smaller than they really are. Don’t order too much, or you’ll be so bloated that like me, you’ll be physically unable to get to your feet!

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Azad Manzil, Manchester

08-05-2009

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Situated next door to Asian Fusion, it is sometimes thought of as its poor cousin, which is a shame, because it’s a perfectly good Indian restaurant.

The restaurant has been running since 1964, and it runs on the principle of ‘if it isn’t broke then don’t fix it’. They know what people want, and they provide it. There’s a standard range of dishes, all of which are excellent. All the Indian restaurant clichés are there, right down to the cheesy Bangra music.

I like places like this, and I think its following of loyal patrons would agree. The range of crowd pleasing dishes and reassuring Indian restaurant atmosphere means that it will probably be in business for some time yet.

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Asian Fusion, Manchester

08-05-2009

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This is has been described as one of the best restaurants outside the Curry Mile, and I can only join in with the chorus of praise.

The name acknowledges the type of Indian cooking which has permeated every corner of the country. You can order the standard range of dishes if you want to, but its strength is in the original range of good quality dishes. Everyone has their favourites, but I’ve tried something new every time I’ve come in here and never been disappointed.

The prices are standard and the service is good, but it’s the food that really sells the place. If you live in Chorlton you’ll probably already know about this place. If you’re new in town, then check this place out!

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