Hard Rock Cafe and Shakira work to empower women with International Women’s Month

Helen Clarke

Throughout March Hard Rock International is celebrating "International Women’s Month” and announcing a year-long partnership with superstar Shakira.

The partnership aims to empower women around the world to tell their stories, be their authentic selves and unite through the power of music.

"I’m excited to partner with an organisation with an incredible history of uplifting women through the power of music, to empower my sisters this International Women’s Day and beyond." said Shakira.

"Together we can use our voices to break barriers and make the world a more inclusive space where every woman feels confident being themselves."

Hard Rock Cafe Manchester will host a number of performances in the restaurant to raise funds for the Hard Rock Heals Foundation - a charity working with music artists to improve lives and promote wellbeing.

In support of the partnership launching for International Women's Day, the foundation is donating $250,000 to Pies Descalzos Foundation which helps poor and impoverished children in Columbia.

Patricia Sierra, Executive Director at Pies Descalzos Foundation said the donation will "support our mission of providing access to education for Colombia’s young girls, giving them a brighter future."

As part of the launch campaign, visitors to the restaurant can enjoy performances from Lisa T on 12th March and Outfoxed on 28th alongside a limited time menu.

The menu will be available from 1st to 31st March and pay homage to Shakira’s culture and the traditional flavours of Colombia.

Items include:

Hips Don’t Lie Margarita: A fruity silver tequila-based cocktail with elderflower liqueur, muddled strawberries and cucumbers.

Cucumber Lime Mint: Curated with fresh lime, mint and cucumber with elderflower tonic.

Chicken Fattoush Salad: Grilled chicken breast with fattoush vegetables, mixed greens, flatbread croutons, Caesar dressing and red wine vinaigrette.

Hamburguesa Colombiana: A smash burger with American cheese, shaved lettuce, tomato, Legendary Sauce and potato chips, served with seasoned fries.

Dulce De Leche Hot Fudge Brownie: A rich chocolate brownie topped with thick and creamy caramel sauce.

The restaurant will also have a selection of the International Women's Month merchandise available to purchase on-site and online.