Zouk Connect Founding Networking Lunch
12:00pm to 14:00pm
Manchester's New Business Networking Lunch
Welcome to the very first Zouk Connect.
We're bringing together business owners, professionals, entrepreneurs and decision-makers from across Greater Manchester for an afternoon of great food, meaningful conversations and valuable business connections.
Unlike traditional networking events, Zouk Connect combines relaxed networking with practical business insights and a unique interactive experience inspired by Indian culture and hospitality.
Whether you're looking to expand your network, meet potential clients or collaborators, or simply enjoy lunch with like-minded professionals, we'd love you to join us.
Event Details
Date: Thursday 24th September 2026
Time: 12:00pm – 2:00pm (Registration from 11:45am)
Vennue: The Mezzanine, Zouk Tea Bar & Grill, Unit 5, The Quadrangle, Chester Street, Manchester, M1 5QS
Tickets: £20 per person
Your Ticket Includes
✔ Arrival networking from 11:45am
✔ Welcome from our special guest
✔ Practical business tips and insights
✔ Plenty of relaxed networking
✔ A delicious three-course Zouk lunch
✔ Tea & coffee
✔ The first-ever Zouk Connect Experience
For our inaugural event, guests will take part in our popular Zouk Challenge—a fun, interactive activity that's guaranteed to get everyone talking.
Why Attend?
- Meet professionals from across Greater Manchester
- Build genuine business relationships in a relaxed environment
- Hear practical ideas from our special guest
- Enjoy award-winning Indian food
- Experience something completely different from traditional networking events
- Become part of a growing Manchester business community from day one
The Venue
The event will take place on the private mezzanine at Zouk Tea Bar & Grill, one of Manchester's best-loved independent restaurants.
The space has hosted networking events, workshops, business lunches and corporate celebrations, providing an exclusive setting with fantastic food and a relaxed atmosphere.
Become a Founding Member
As one of the first guests to attend Zouk Connect, you'll become one of our Founding Members.
You'll help shape Manchester's newest business networking community and always be able to say you were there at the very beginning.
The Menu: Zouk Connect Business Lunch
Poppadoms & House Pickles (v)
Starters: Chicken Tikka, Onion Bhaji (v), Katchumber Salad (v)
Main Course: Chicken Karahi, Tarka Dall (v), Pilau Rice (v), Fresh Naan (v)
Chai & Coffee Served with Mini Dessert Selection
Please contact us on manchestermanager@zoukteabar.co.uk with details of any special dietary requirements. All Zouk food is halal.
Limited Tickets
Places are intentionally limited to create a friendly, high-quality networking experience where everyone has the opportunity to meet one another.
We expect this event to sell out, so early booking is recommended.
Photography
Professional photography will be taking place throughout the event.
Photos will be shared after the event and attendees are welcome to use them on LinkedIn and other professional platforms.
We can't wait to welcome you.
Great food. Great people. Great conversations.