UK blogger and journalist Maxine Clayman reveals her pick of the top 5 hidden gems of 2013

A trip back to The Midland Hotel in Manchester revealed how Simon Rogan has transformed its restaurant into a hidden gem.

This hidden gem in North Manchester offers an authentic taste of Tuscany at unbeatable value.

Tucked away in Manchester’s Spinningfields Hey Little Cupcake is a hidden gem and the perfect place for coffee and anything cupcake related.

The best cake shop and patisserie in Manchester has to be Slattery’s, and its chocolate is pretty good too.