If you wish to experience the joys of authentic Italian cuisine in a setting that is rustic and family run, visit Osteria Mauro in Wilmslow Road. The décor is modern and relaxing, with wooden beams, muted colours, oak flooring and marble tabletops.

Customers are offered a satisfying choice of pastas, meat, and wine; the ravioli is handmade each day, cured ham comes from artisan suppliers, and the fish is delivered fresh from Bolton Market.

Consider starting off with a plate of breads and grissini with olive oil and balsamic vinegar before whole tiger prawns are served in the shell. Smoked salmon with crayfish tails and pan-fried chilli scallops are other exciting starters. Pasta and risotto such as the gnocchi alla sorentina could be enjoyed next, followed by either a steak or dishes such as half roast duckling in caramelised onion and port sauce. A range of pizzas are always available. The wine list, with the exception of champagne, is exclusively Italian and the prices suit all budgets.

Osteria is available for private dining, business lunches and parties.