MANI-Guest
In the true essence of hospitality, working in the industry for over 20 years now Paul wanted to celebrate the connection and the people at the heart of what we do. Mani-Guest is a series of guest chef or supplier dinners showcasing not only brilliant cooking, dishes, wines but the people behind them.
Spring Dinner
29th March 2026 4pm £80pp
Manifest x Slow Food : Celebrating Heritage on the Plate
Special guest Shane Holland, Executive Chairman of Slow Food UK
Ingredient led cooking is the heart of Manifest, and long have we known about, supported and used Slow Food movement’s abundance of resources on biodiversity, preserving food culture and the value of heritage food systems.
Join us for an afternoon, with Shane Holland for a 5 course spring menu (and optional wine pairing) celebrating the start of the season, the incredible UK and European producers and produce as we celebrate and connect with like minded consumers who put bio-diversity and culture at the hear of their interest in food.
Joe Laker
17th February 2026 7pm £100pp
Mani Guest -Joe Laker
Counter 71, Shoreditch
An absolute treat to have this London counter tasting restaurant up to cook for us, Joe is an ingredient first chef passionate about produce and shining light on amazing suppliers.
Mary Ellen Mc Tague
23rd September 7pm £100pp
Mani Guest - Mary Ellen McTague
Pip, Manchester
Manchester powerhouse, with the heart to match, Mary is a leader of the Northern restaurant scene.
Collaborating with Paul, bringing her signature dishes and style to us.
Elliot Hill - Arkle
27th July 2025 6pm £100pp
Mani Guest -Elliot Hill
Arkle & The Chester Grosvenor Hotel r
North West talent and executive chef Elliot is back to Liverpool for one night only. Elliot is about championing Cheshire and NW produce, creating a refined dining experience. A home coming to Liverpool not to be missed.
Dani Heron
8th June 2025 7pm £100pp
Mani Guest -Dani Heron
Osma, Manchester
Popular Manchester restaurant Osma back with one night in Liverpool. Dani has quite the CV and you might know her from Master Chef. She creates beautiful flavourful dishes that are a joy to eat.
Mark McCabe
20th May 2025 7pm £100pp
Mani Guest - Mark Mc Cable
Henrock, The Lake District
Mark is a stand out champion of British sustainable food, and we have huge admiration for his ethos and dedication. After his recent success on Great British Menu - this is one not to be missed.
Meet the Maker - Philipp from Corvers-Kauter winery in Germany is over in Liverpool to guide you through their phenomenal wines.
Chef Paul has created a bespoke 5 course menu and there are 7 wines to try alongside expert stories and pairing.
The Parkers Arms
18th March 2025 7pm £65pp
Mani Guest - Stosie Madi
The Parkers Arms
Powerhouse Stosie is cooking at the top of her game at her Lancashire pub, with accolades to envy. Bringing her phenomenal cooking to Liverpool. 5 Courses 7pm
Corvers- Kauter
26th March 2025 7pm £85pp
Cardinal
2nd March 2025 7pm £100pp
Mani Guest - Tomás Gormley
Cardinal, Edinburgh
Talented and ambitious chef Tomas is bringing his signature dishes and incredible Scottish produce to Liverpool for one night only. Collaborating with Paul on a 6 course menu. Not to be missed.
Mani-Guest . The essence of Liverpool, looking out to the world - welcoming and celebrating those who arrive
A note on bookings - all mani-guests are unique, showing off the style and flair of the guest chef or maker and thus are separately priced. A deposit is required to secure your reservation and is fully refundable up until 72 hours before.
TO BOOK - please click on the RESERVATION button under the guest, and select the date of the event. The event will be there on the date and time - Cheers for your support. Paul x