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Wedding Wednesday- Planning
Weddings at Damson Planning - At Damson Media City Manchester, you can be confident your wedding day will be just the way you imagined it… picture perfect! We will offer you award winning service and food with attention to detail second to none. Meanwhile, you and your guests can enjoy the breath taking views that expand across the quays whilst making memories that last forever. You will have your own highly experienced wedding coordinator who knows everything you need to know about holding a wedding at Damson, and we can help with every aspect of your wedding and advise along the way. At Damson, we ensure your wedding is unique to yourselves, working closely with you to deliver your special day exactly as you imagined it to be. It’s important when planning your wedding that you select a venue that works to meet your needs for your day! Knowing where to start planning can be a daunting process but it doesn’t need to be….. Here’s a few tricks to help you find direction - Look around! Go to venues of different styles so you can find out exactly what your needs are (make sure you pop in to see us) Make a pin board of your favourite looks - this will help you tie in your theme, style and the look you are going for. Meet the wedding planners - find one you trust! Go to some wedding shows, this is a really good way to meet a lot of people under one roof After you have collected some information and different styles…….leave it for a bit and... read moreThe Food Journey- Journey of the beans
Here at Damson we pride ourselves on being able to lovingly source fresh ingredients and amazing suppliers. We also love a great cup of coffee! Here’s our story behind the beans………. Rcoffee Background - After being introduced into the coffee industry by one of the “big boys” back in 2008, I felt something was missing. After learning the trade I decided to go it on my own and start Rcoffee in 2010. The Ellanos coffee range was developed through a lengthy “cupping process” where the range was born. Named after my goddaughter Ellen (not very Italian I know, hence the “os”), the business prides itself on providing a first class coffee, at a competitive price and a service second to none. A bit like the old days, we speak to our customers and don’t text or Whatsapp, but who knows…..we might Facetime in the future! Then came RTeaCo. I suppose it was only natural. Having built the business on quality coffee and service, I found the tea market starting to catch up. Me being me, I had to develop a tea range to complement Ellanos. The same process was carried out as the coffee and RTeaCo. was born in November 2014. Keep your eyes peeled for the story behind the leaves! The beans……. Ellanos Caffe (Italian Blend) –Is a combination of sweet Brazilian, smooth Indian and bright Central American beans that result in a sweet and aromatic taste. The beans combine to form a brown like sugar sweetness and stone fruit acidity. A clean and well-rounded finish makes this an easy drinking coffee. Lots of complexity and depth means it carries... read moreWine of the month
Domaine Mas Barrau Cabernet Franc, Pays Du Gard Key Facts: Producer - Boutinot France Gard Wine maker - Eric Monnin County -France Region of origin - Gard Grapes - Cabernet Franc ABV -13.5% Domaine Mas Barrau Cabernet Franc is best described as wild ripeness tamed by sweet seductive scents that take Cab Franc to a new level of pleasure! A wine of real character that brings you a wild ripeness of sweet scented fruit twinned with an edgy wood perfume. The pallet is incredibly long and rich. This wine is produced in the Gard region which lies at the southern end of the Rhone valley. The Cab Franc plants produce best when south facing and the soil is full of limestone from the old river beds. Pairing- Cab Franc pairs beautifully with rich juicy meats and earthy vegetables, and of course works fantastically with a cheese board! Our new set menu offers you the perfect selection in which to pair this sumptuous wine. Why not try our- Ham hock & foie gras ballontine, beetroot & apple chutney, orange brioche. Pot au feu of brisket, root vegetables & horseradish mash If you still have room why not treat yourself to- A selection of cheese served with chutney and biscuits.... read moreWine of the Month
Le Fou Pinot Noir, Pays d’Oc Country: France Region: Languedoc Grape: Pinot Noir Producer: Boutinot France, Languedoc-Roussillon ABV: 13% Le Fou, translates as ‘the madman’ as its has long been thought that only a madman would attempt to produce the perfect Pinot Noir in Southern France. Fuller than the Pinot Noir of Burgandy, Le Fou has warm cherry notes and is an intense wine with a sweet & savoury twist. In the sun-drenched vineyards of the Southern Languedoc, grapes are planted then picked at their optimum ripeness. Finally, the grapes are cool vinified to enhance their fresh flavours. No oak is used during the process to ensure the wine is kept as pure and sensual as possible. Damson Menu Pairing Le Fou works well paired with Lamb, cold meats and mushroom risotto. Our January set menu offers the perfect selection with which to pair this sumptuous wine, including: Wild mushroom risotto with truffle cream Confit of lamb shoulder, creamed potato, winter greens, salsa verde and lamb gras For dessert, we suggest: Warm chocolate tart, hazelnut ice cream with orange & vanilla sauce ... read moreNew Year at Damson
Take a look back at Damson MediaCity New Years Eve event 2014!
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