Following huge success of their city centre opening earlier this year, the viral chicken shop will be opening a new restaurant inside White Rose Shopping Centre. If you’ve take a stroll down Boar Lane recently, then you’ve most likely spotted huge queues outside Wingstop – the viral fast food chain that has taken the city by storm. Famous for its fresh wings and tenders, hand-cut seasoned fries, and a huge selection of flavours and sauces that you can coat your chicken in, the chain is now opening its third Leeds site inside White Rose Shopping centre. Wingstop’s popularity rose whilst running ..read more

And we’re absolutely buzzing about it. It’s no secret that we’ve been big fans of Homeboy Pizza Co. since they were born in the darker times of lockdown. And whilst we adore seeing them and tucking into their slices at popular neighbourhood hangouts such as Roland’s Green Room (as well as basically every festival during the summer), they’ll now be cooking up a storm at their very own spot on Burley Road. Taking over from another fantastic indie, Harpos Pizza, Harry and the team will be firing up the pizza oven from Saturday 1 June and one thing’s for sure, the menu is going to be a blinder. A ..read more

Elevate your May Bank Holiday vibes with our handpicked selection of top rooftop destinations. With the first May Bank Holiday behind us, we are all looking ahead to the next one and for the perfect place to spend our extended weekend sipping delicious cocktails whilst bathing in the sunshine.  If, like us, you’re looking for that ideal spot a little sooner, then we’ve curated the perfect list of our favourite rooftops for you to enjoy this summer.  Whether you want to dress up and treat yourself to a swanky cocktail, jam out to a DJ whilst enjoying a craft beer, find an intimate spo ..read more

There’s nothing worse than a hangover- especially when you have a busy day ahead of you. Whether you drank too much over Easter or a Sunday night just got out of control, we all know and loathe that next morning of regret and realising the impact that a hangover can have on the day. Luckily, the Leeds food scene is full of salty, chocolately, carb-loaded dishes that will sort you right out. So grab some paracetamol and some water and grab one of our top picks to get rid of your hangover. Authentic Greek gyros Thatziki, available via delivery platforms Image: The Hoot Leeds Nothing is better fo ..read more

Leeds’ culinary scene is about to sizzle as Etci Mehmet, the renowned Turkish Steakhouse, announces its arrival in Leeds. Sometimes a really fantastic steak just hits the spot, and now us Leeds lot are getting very lucky as an award-winning steakhouse is opening up in the city centre this summer. Etci Mehmet is a renowned Turkish Steakhouse that has already proved a huge hit with diners in Manchester, Liverpool and Birmingham. Their new restaurant will be on Eastgate in Leeds city centre, just off the Headrow opposite the Victoria Gate casino. Image: Press Images Guests can expect a whole feas ..read more

Fantastic coffee, friendly vibes and lovely people – that’s what Coffee On The Crescent is all about. If you love a great cup of Joe just as much as you love great people, then you need to get yourself down to Coffee On The Crescent fasted then you can say ‘one flat white please’. A neighbourhood staple for students and locals alike, this cosy neighbourhood gem is a place for people to meet, relax, unwind and fuel up. Owner Tim Linley opened up Coffee On The Crescent after retiring as a professional cricketer, and his passion for coffee and coffee shop culture really shows.  Images: The H ..read more

In celebration of National Boba Tea Day, CUPP in Trinity is giving away 100 free boba teas. CUPP, one of the UK’s most popular boba tea brands, is celebrating the day for the second year running. Today, Tuesday 30 April 2024, CUPP will be giving away free boba tea to the first 100 customers at all of their UK stores. Including their store right here in Trinity Leeds, which opens at 12pm if you’re planning to be the first in the queue. Images: CUPP The free boba tea will be shaken with oat milk from CUPP’s partner brand that they have chosen for the celebration, Minor Figures. Brand Director An ..read more

A big congratulations are in order. When Bavette opened in Horsforth earlier this year, it was clear they were adding something special to Leeds’ foodie scene. Sandy and Clément created a love letter to France in this leafy suburb which combines exceptional hospitality with delicious seasonal dishes. The Michelin Guide paid them a visit a couple of weeks ago and, of course, saw that this venue deserves a spot on the prestigious restaurant guide. So incredibly well deserved and if you haven’t already, try this absolute gem for a truly gorgeous dining experience. Announcing t ..read more

Introducing: The Tetley (2024 edition). Kirkstall Brewery has announced that it was taking on the lease of The Tetley building last month, to make it a hub for great beer from Leeds and renew its status as a “landmark of Yorkshire beer culture”. Opening today, Friday 26 April 2024 from 12pm, visitors can expect to find plenty of original features inside, along with the addition of some exciting Tetley memorabilia and a fully-stocked bar with a fresh pint of Virtuous ready waiting for you. Here’s exactly what to expect inside… View this post on Instagram A post shared by The Hoot Leeds (@theh ..read more

Prashad Veggie is looking to ‘convert a carnivore’ by giving away free meals at their restaurant. Calling all carnivores! Do you fancy a free meal? Well, of course you do. And you’re in luck, because award-winning Indian restaurant Prashad are on the hunt for Yorkshire’s most committed meat eaters… to try and turn them flexitarian with their cuisine. And they’re putting their money where their mouth is, by offering the food for free. Images: Prashad It comes after Yorkshire was found to have one of the lowest percentages of vegetarians and vegans in the UK. As a Yorkshire institution, Prashad ..read more