Top Blackpool restaurant Michael Wan's Mandarin delights in welcoming special guest James Acaster after show

Comedian comes to call after show at Winter Gardens - to delight of one of Blackpool’s top restaurants

The owners of a leading Blackpool restaurant were delighted to welcome comedian James Acaster when he called in for a meal after a show in the resort.

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Acaster, who is renowned for his food knowledge and has a food blog with fellow funnyman Ed Gamble, was playing two nights at the Winter Gardens as part of his current UK tour.

Michael Wan’s posted on social media: “It was great to meet James Acaster when he popped in after his gig in @wgbpl.

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“What a lovely guy, it was nice to talk with him, he has a genuine interest in food and was nice to hear of his travels around the country.

“We wish him luck with the rest of his tour and with his Off Menu podcast. “

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