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N.E.R.D - E.X.C.L.U.S.I.V.E  Confidential plays host

N.E.R.D - E.X.C.L.U.S.I.V.E Confidential plays host
Lynda Moyo bonds with Pharrell, goes gigging with him and then takes him for a Chinese meal

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City news in 250 words

City news in 250 wordsThursday 21 August: Airport strike called off, record visitor figures and festival called off

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I Am Kloot – free gig this weekend

I Am Kloot – free gig this weekendSarah Tierney catches up with two-thirds of I Am Kloot ahead of their headline slot at the Spinningfields mini-festival on Sunday

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JS Restaurant

JS RestaurantJonathan Schofield goes to Prestwich and wishes he could sell his sole

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The Chophouses' gossip stopper

The ChophousesBusiness as usual at classic Manchester food and drinkeries

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Zurich office a first for Manchester law firm

Zurich office a first for Manchester law firmJohn Nuttall reports on a firm targetting rich Northeners moving to the land of cuckoo clocks

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Pride before a fall?

Pride before a fall?Helen Clifton and Manchester Pride's dissident voices plus the view from the top about the Festival

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Opera House for Oxford Road?

Opera House for Oxford Road?Culture shock for East Manchester as Opera House development goes to city centre

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Manchester Confidential Needs You. Yes, YOU!

Manchester Confidential Needs You. Yes, YOU!It’s time for us to get a bit organised, mainly because of you lot, our beloved readers.

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Sarah Millican's Not Nice

Sarah MillicanTrudie Robinson talks to a Manchester-based comedian whose post-divorce humour is making them laugh up at the Edinburgh Fringe

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Grouse. Whole. Roasted.

Grouse. Whole. Roasted.Gordo invites you to a fowl dinner with some game birds

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Russell Watson at Buile Hill Park

Russell Watson at Buile Hill ParkHome-town concert for Salford's tenor – and residents get cheap tickets to see him

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You Don’t Mess With The Zohan (12A)

You Don’t Mess With The Zohan (12A)Nicola Mostyn on a hairdressing comedy that you might want to rinse, but not repeat

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Food and Drink Round-up 19/08/2008

Food and Drink Round-up 19/08/2008Michael Caines extends, basement Lust, Ox tales, chef announced for new Glass House restaurant

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Manchester Art Gallery goes electronica

Manchester Art Gallery goes electronicaWin tickets for an exclusive musical evening with Graham Massey and friends

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The Moss Nook Restaurant

The Moss Nook RestaurantNicholas Royle, author of five novels, goes researching his next book at Manchester's answer to Margot's living room in the Good Life

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Olympic handover celebrations

Olympic handover celebrationsHear the Hallé for free and join a mass sing-a-long in Albert Square

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The X Factor

The X FactorNicola Mostyn sings a song of love, yearning and loss and then reviews X Factor for us

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Village Round-Up

Village Round-UpWayne Clews looks ahead to the Big Weekend

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Great John Street Hotel: rooftop seafood BBQ and overnight deal

Great John Street Hotel: rooftop seafood BBQ and overnight dealThis boutique hotel has a rooftop bar, a hot tub, and it does a fine line in classic cocktails. What more could you ask for on a sunny Sunday afternoon?

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Neonfeedback at Walrus

Neonfeedback at WalrusDeep within the belly of Walrus lives a day-glo cosmic disco monster...

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Fairy tale circus comes to town

Fairy tale circus comes to townOnce upon a time two travelling storytellers arrived in Platt Fields Park

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David Gest: My life so far
Register for David Gest...My Life! A Musical Concert Extravaganza and be in with a chance of winning great prizes


Space Bar & Nightclub
Enjoy a great 2-4-1 on the summer menu and buy-1-get-1-free cocktails


Abode Manchester
Enjoy a three course lunch at the Michael Caines restaurant for only £9.95 or enjoy a taste of sushine with a sharing platter and a bottle of house wine for only £19.95 at the MC Café bar .


Frog and Bucket Comedy Club
BOGOF with the Frog again this Thursday with 2 for 1 tickets.


The Modern: Bar & Restaurant
Enjoy two courses for £13.50 or three courses for £16.50 whilst enjoying the finest local produce around.


Numero
Get 30% off your food bill at Tasty Tuesdays.


Bees Knees Limousines
Travel in style with new additions to their executive car range. Get a full valet service to the same standard as a Rolls Royce


London Road - Heathcotes
The first Tuesday of every month you need to book your place at London Road as you can enjoy their specialist wine tasting evenings for only £55 per person.


Rhubarb Restaurant
The West Didsbury restaurant is offering a tasty 20% off deal on its a la carte menu and a special set menu offer from £14.95


Walrus
Choose any small plate, a main course and a glass of wine or beer for only £9


The River Restaurant and Bar
Celebrate the Lowry's seventh birthday with all courses costing £7


Mr Thomas`s Chop House
Loosen your purse strings and tighten that belt buckle at Thomas's Chop house this summer.
Why not head on down to Thomas's Chop house and enjoy their fantastic salad menu this summer?


Giraffe Restaurant
It's back again, everyone's favourite offer - 2-4-1 on main meals at Giraffe.


Village Hotels
A hidden gem gives more than one reason to venture to the edge of the city for a pleasant and well-priced retreat.


Room Restaurant
Party on a budget to get you through the credit crunch with up to 50% off all wine and champagne at Room.


Vermilion Restaurant and Bar
Enjoy 15% off amazing Asian fusion cuisine and visit Cinnabar every Thursday for “Smooth Nights”


Spice Manchester
Exclusive to Confidential readers - discounted membership if you join via direct debit


Harvey Nichols
It's back. Three courses and unlimited wine for £21 at the Second Floor Brasserie


Abbey College Manchester
Starting this September, give your children the best independent education possible


Proms in the Park in Salford
Book now to attend Salford's classical concert, Proms in the Park


Linen
Save yourself 30% off your food bill this Tuesday.


Red N Hot
Never tried Szechuan cuisine? Now's the time with a sizzling 20% off your bill at Red N Hot restaurant


Malmaison
Four amazing offers - Including rooms with breakfast and champagne, Wine and Dine the Main Event, and girlie Friday nights in


Davis Blank Furniss Solicitors
Get a free initial legal consultation and receive preferential rates on all future legal fees when you join Your Legal.


Spinningfields
Enjoy the Bank Holiday weekend at Spinningfields. With an adrenalin-filled playground and free concerts with Key 103's Mike & Chelsea, I AM KLOOT and more


MCC - Sports Events
Swim Manchester-Bank Holiday Monday 10am-4pm, don't miss out, be part of it for free.


GL14
The Health Club: Get a free mountain bike when you join


Obsidian Bar & Restaurant
Exclusive Tax Free Month - they will pay the VAT on all food bills this August


HealthSure
Dental care: Two million people can't get it on the NHS. Does your employer look after yours? Find out out how it can.


Champion Chartered Accountants
Recession-proof your enterprise with a free consultation from Champion Accountants


St. Lucia
Win a fantastic holiday for two to the beautiful island of St. Lucia


Grado - Heathcotes
Lunch at Grado for only £14.95


Olive Press
Celebrate Mondays with any pizza or pasta dish for £5.95


Lime Bar
This August squeeze some Lime time into your day with a great 2-4-1 on lunch


Bang & Olufsen of Deansgate
If you buy any HD-ready Bang & Olufsen television before the last day of the Olympics (24 August 2008) they will give you a free HD receiver.


Manchester Markets
Celebrate Manchester's food heroes at the Farmers' and Producers' markets.


St. Petersburg Restaurant
Two courses for £19.95 any Friday or buy-one-get-one-free Mon-Thurs


Manchester 235
Join the Cocktail Masterclass at Manchester 235 this month and recieve a £5 discount with Manchester Confidential.


AFRIKA! AFRIKA!
Exclusive 25% off tickets to see the most talked-about show in Manchester


City College Manchester
If you are hankering for change or want a job you really enjoy, then think about investing in your future with City College Manchester.


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