Manchester's hospitality industry has always been an important part of the city's cultural blueprint. The city has a vibrant food and drink scene, while its hotels house millions of tourists every single year.

But it's a sector that's been put on pause for the time being, the Covid-19 outbreak shutting down restaurants, bars, galleries and gig venues for the foreseeable future.

Though the doors may be locked and the shutters down, the city's restaurateurs are busier than ever, desperately trying to get food to those in need.

Kitchens that once turned out £20+ plates of top-quality pork loin or braised featherblade are now cooking healthy, simple meals in their thousands, to be delivered to those in need.

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