Our Journal

Turmeric rice gets its vibrant golden colour and earthy flavour from Zouk Golden Turmeric, a premium turmeric blend that enhances the dish with rich, authentic taste. Additionally, Zouk Golden Turmeric brings out the spice’s natural warmth, while also offering a touch of health benefits. Consequently, this rice is not only flavorful but also nutritious, making […]

Zouk’s Refreshing Ramadan Drinks combine vibrant flavours with a delightful blend of fruits and berries. These smoothies and mocktails are alcohol-free drinks that not only rehydrate but also rejuvenates, offering a sweet and tangy burst that’s perfect for breaking your fast. Moreover, its chilled nature makes it even more refreshing, especially after a long day […]

National Chilli Day is nearly here. Get ready to spice up your taste buds this February as Zouk celebrates National Chilli Day with a fiery feast you won’t forget! Known for its bold flavours and innovative dishes, Zouk is the perfect place to indulge in a day dedicated to all things chilli. From Monday 24th Feb until Friday […]

What Is The World’s Hottest Curry This February 27th Zouk is recreating its’ famous World’s Hottest Curry. It’s part of the restaurant’s celebration of National Chilli Day.  Featuring the World’s Hottest Chilli (according to the Guinness Book of records) the star of the show, The Carolina Reaper. The Carolina Reaper Karahi (available in Chicken £15.95 and Veg £14.95) will be on sale Monday 24th […]

Discover the secret to creating restaurant-quality Tandoori Lamb Chops in your own kitchen by following our simple recipe. This classic Indian dish combines tender lamb with our unique blend of spices for an unforgettable dish that’s perfect for both casual weeknight dinners and special occasions. Tandoori Lamb Chops are a delicious dish as a starter, […]

Calling all Gin-lovers! Welcome to Ginuary at Zouk in Manchester City Centre, a celebration of all things gin! As the New Year unfolds, we invite you to indulge in the refined, botanical world of gin with our exclusive Ginuary event running throughout January. Forget the conventional 5 o’clock rule. At Zouk, it’s Gin o’clock all […]

We’re delighted to share our new dates for Zouk’s 2025 Cooking Classes. From mastering the cuisine of Goa to preparing dishes from the Punjab or honing your BBQ skills, there is something for every budding chef to enjoy. Explore of list of classes below and book your place for this hands on culinary experience. Start […]

Use our easy Pilau Rice recipe to make the perfect accompaniment to any Indian meal or as a delicious stand-alone snack. As an accompaniment to a main course like curry, this recipe will serve 4-6 people. Prep time is just 10 minutes and your dish will be ready to eat in 25 minutes. Make your […]

This Black Friday, Zouk Tea Bar & Grill is offering an unbeatable deal that’s too good to miss! Starting Thursday, 28th November at 12 noon and lasting through Monday, 2nd December, enjoy 25% off a wide range of products, gifts and classes on the Zouk website. Whether you’re stocking up on your favourite flavours or searching for the perfect gift, now’s the time to shop. From cooking classes and […]

If you are looking for the perfect Christmas food gifts for the foodie in your life, Zouk is here to help. Whether you’re shopping for an experimental home cook, a curry enthusiast, or someone who loves to host dinner parties, finding the right present can be tricky. But food lovers can often be the easiest […]

Zouk has launched a new range of ready to eat Indian chutneys. The Zouk Chutney range includes a spiced Mango Chutney, a traditional Onion & Tomato Chutney and a sweet and tangy Caramelised Onion Chutney.   Founder Tayub Amjad commented ‘We’re really excited to share these products with our customers. Our new Zouk Chutneys are the perfect accompaniment to poppadom’s or any […]

The weather might be giving stay-at-home vibes but an autumn Zouk trip is worth the effort for so many reasons. Here’s a rundown of our best treats and offers to lift your spirits this season! Whether you’re looking for some soul food in the form of a warming curry or classic roast, or you just […]

Our celebration cakes are now available to order 365 days a year. The Celebration Cake menu has 8 flavours to choose from and each cake is available in 3 different sizes. Zouk require 24 hours notice for celebration cakes and they can be ordered to enjoy at the restaurant as part of your meal or […]

On Friday, July 19th, we are hosting a Gaza Fundraising Dinner in partnership with HDM and Human Aid & Advocacy. To ensure we raise as much as possible for the charity 100% of the ticket price (all proceeds of the dinner) are being donated to the people of Palestine. The event starts at 7pm in […]

Summertime has finally arrived and the Zouk Summer specials are here! We’re celebrating summer at Zouk with a selection of delicious regional dishes from all over the Indian sub-continent. Join us for lunch or dinner and delight in trying some decadent dishes from Lucknow or delicious delights from Lahore and beyond. There are two special […]

This May Zouk’s popular Bottomless Brunch returns with an array of new dishes and fabulous sharing platters. Available from 11:00 to 4:30pm every Saturday with the last sitting starting at 3:00pm. The brunch offers diners the chance to enjoy any main course and unlimited drinks from the bottomless brunch menu. The selection of drinks available […]

Manchester’s favourite halal brunch and breakfast restaurant just got even better! We’re delighted to announce that our new breakfast and brunch sharing platters are now available. Featuring all our best-loved dishes from our extensive brunch menu, the platters are on offer 8am to 3pm Monday to Saturday and from 8am to 12 noon on Sundays. […]

The Zouk Tiffin Delivery has landed in Manchester! We are delighted to announce that for the first time ever our much-loved lunch-time Tiffin is now available for delivery around Manchester City Centre. Order one for your lunch every Monday to Friday in just a few minutes on our website. It’s delicious, simple and eco-friendly and […]

We are delighted to bring back our halal brunch & breakfast menu. This menu features an array of exciting new dishes, as well as old favourites such as our famous Bollywood Benedict making a welcome return! As is the case with all of our menus, our breakfast and brunch options are fully halal. We offer […]

After months of endless Winter the May Bank Holidays are just around the corner! In Manchester we know spring gets off to a watery start but we’re ready at Zouk to welcome the warmer and hopefully dryer weather! Join us on either 6th (Early Bank Holiday Monday) or 27th May (Spring Bank Holiday) and enjoy […]

Celebrate Easter at Zouk and enjoy fabulous decor, delicious food and egg-cellent Easter themed desserts. This Easter our restaurant has a whimsical and nostalgic feel with cute Alice In Wonderland themed decorations throughout. Don’t forget to grab a selfie and tag us in your posts! Sunday Roast We’ll be serving our famous Sunday Roast from […]

It’s finally February, and you know what that means – Dry January is officially over! It’s time to trade those alcohol-free resolutions for something a bit more exciting. And what better way to do that than by celebrating Margarita month at Zouk? For just £10 each, you can indulge in a trio of delightful Margaritas, […]

Warm Peachy Vibes Signal Summer Is Coming!  Summer is almost here, and our stunning terrace has a new look. Our terrace always changes with the season and as the warmer weather approaches, we have loved adorning the terrace with summery peach tones. From intense pink and orange blossoms to fresh green leaves and sensational peach […]

When Zouk celebrates Eid al-Adha we don’t do it by halves.  This year we’re celebrating with our halal Indian-style Sunday Roast.  Eid plans always come together at the last minute and this year falls on Sunday 16th June – the same day as the UK celebrates Father’s Day. As usual we’ll be open all day […]

Father’s Day is just around the corner, and what better way to celebrate than treating Dad to a memorable dining experience at Zouk on Sunday 16th June? From indulgent brunch options to mouthwatering roast platters and tempting desserts, we’ve got everything you need to make this Father’s Day truly special. Book your table. Breakfast and […]

Celebrate at Zouk Manchester Join us at Zouk to celebrate Eid al-Fitr in April and enjoy our fabulous set menu for only £35 per person. This fabulous feast will be served to your table rather than buffet style with sharing platters or dishes of each menu item for you and your fellow diners to share. […]

We are thrilled to share the fantastic news that Zouk has been honoured with the title ‘Best Indian & Pakistani Cuisine 2023 – Greater Manchester’ at the prestigious LUX Life Hospitality Awards. Owner, Tayub, commented “This award recognises that Zouk is an award-winning Manchester restaurant. It reflects the hard work and creativity of our dedicated […]

Every year we get asked if we’re serving our Roast sharing platter for Thanksgiving. We’re delighted to announce that, although our Roast platters are usually served on Sundays, this year we’ve made an exception! On Thursday 23rd November, we will have a special Thanksgiving set menu featuring our Roast sharing platter from midday – 9pm. […]

This Halloween at Zouk we’re celebrating the spooky season with wicked decor, themed cocktails and desserts and a fabulous Bottomless Brunch for all our Zouk fanatics! Come and join us for some devilish good food and drink and add a little kick to your Halloween celebrations. Spooky Decor There is something lurking around every corner […]

It’s summertime and we’ve got a whole host of delicious new dishes to get you in the mood for some sunshine and good times. Our new summer menu is finally here with the perfect blend of authentic Indian and Pakistani dishes, Spectacular Ind-Chinese fusion dishes and some much-loved favourites we’ve reinvented with a special Zouk […]

As summer arrives in all its glory, Zouk Tea Bar & Grill is ready to transport you to a tropical paradise like never before. With Zouk’s New Tropical Summer Decor, we are embracing the vibrant colours and exotic vibes of the tropics. Picture yourself surrounded by radiant pink, yellow, and orange flowers, while fun tropical […]

Father’s Day is approaching and what better way to celebrate your dad than a delicious meal at Zouk? This Father’s Day at Zouk there is even better news…. a chance to win an exciting prize! We’ve teamed up with Kingfisher to make sure that one special winner will feel like Dad of The Year! Treat […]

Zouk is fundraising for Royal Manchester Children’s Hospital Charity with a Dragon Boat Race on Sunday 14th May! We aim to raise £1,400 to help support the children’s hospital with their vital work. This year RMCH Charity is being supported by Peninsula Group who will match-fund every penny our team raises! This means through teamwork […]

The RMCH Charity Abseil took place on Sunday 25th September and the Zouk team raised nearly £1000. The abseil is not a challenge for the fainthearted! Or for anybody afraid of heights! Taking place at the 19 storey Hyatt Regent Hotel, the volunteers travel from the roof right down to the ground. This breathtaking feat […]