"One of the main music venues that I go to a lot is Matt & Phreds in the Northern Quarter. It’s a heavily influenced jazz bar, and they have live music every night. I go as much as I can to see the live music. It's always a really cool atmosphere. It's kind of an institution. And it holds so many amazing memories — from watching incredible bands to performing there myself and meeting my boyfriend!"

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"The Deaf Institute is also a favorite venue. I love the stage set up with the amazing interior on stage and around the bar area. It’s a very intimate setting which makes for an incredible show. I watched Matt Corby at this venue and it still stands as my favorite concert I’ve ever been to."

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"I feel everyone that visits Manchester should check out this place. From upcoming artists to more established, I love the diversity of the shows and an intimate setting. The Northern Quarter in Manchester, which is really sort of cool, influential place within Manchester that holds a lot of sort of lifestyle stores, music shops, has a lot of cool bars and restaurants."

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"I tend to go to Manchester Art Gallery, which is on the same street as The Portico Library. They actually both help me creatively. When I'm in these venues, I feel like my ideas become more free and I’m able to think a lot clearer in those surroundings."

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"There's actually a beautiful library in the heart of Manchester on Mosley Street called Portico Library. It's always a very quiet and relaxed place — there are never many people there. For me, it's a small escape from the bustling city. It's really beautiful."

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"Speak in Code cocktail bar is right within the heart of Manchester, just off Deansgate. They do the most incredible piña colada, if you're looking for a cocktail."

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"There's a bakery called Pollen Bakery. They do the tastiest pastries and incredible sourdough. That is the go-to place for me every time I'm in this city."

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