When it comes to cafes & communal spaces, Manchester has its fair share. From pay per minute working spaces, to cafes which welcome patrons to set up shop & use the WiFi as they wish. There has been a few occasions where I have walked past Porter & Cole, assuming that this is their sole purpose.

Porter & Cole is a cafe, bar, barista, independent boutique & a  communal creative space all rolled into one.

For a while I had spotted their aesthetic on Instagram (surprise surprise I saw them first on Instagram ha) But it wasn’t until recently that I finally stopped by for a quick drink and I knew  instantly it was a hidden gem.

Slightly off the beaten track, this place is tucked away and is definitely a place where you would only find, if you knew it was there. They offer a selection of drinks…