Multistories, Leeds' coolest new rooftop car park event, has launched a new series of bottomless brunches in collaboration with Masterchef star Matt Healey.
Taking place every Saturday between 12 pm and 2.30 pm, and every Sunday between 12 pm and 2.30 pm and 3.30 pm to 6 pm, this new sky-high boozy brunch is right up our street.
Hosted at Level 8 at Citi Park in the Merrion Centre with stunning views across Leeds city centre, you'll get stuck into 90 minutes of bottomless brunch - starting with a host of delicious tapas dishes from none other than Matt Healey.
Mastchef The Professionals 2016 Finalist Matt Healey will be on cooking duties for the brunches / Image: Matt Healey
Saturday's events will be a straight bottomless brunch with local DJ's on hand to provide the selections throughout, whilst Sunday's will take things up a notch once again by adding a series of themes into the mix.
The themed Sunday brunches will kick off with a ‘Diva Drag’ brunch on Sunday 8 August, with appearances from host Velma Cell and local star Karla Bear.
Going forward, these will chance weekly with future themes set to include disco, 80s and hip-hop.
There'll be props provided and you're expected to go all-out with your garms to make sure you really look the part.
This rooftop space is relatively new to Leeds and has been throwing a host of great events / Image: Multistories
£30 per head will get you unlimited prosecco, house beer and cocktails alongside some tasty plates from Matt Healey in the kitchen. The menu is yet to be revealed but given his track record we're sure it'll be excellent.
If you want to, you can also upgrade to a premium drinks menu to increase your choice on the bottomless option.
Speaking on the new brunches, Arron Fishwick the co-founder of the company behind Multistories said:
“We’ve had some recent success with our Camden Helles tanker party and people watching the Euros on our big screen.
"It seemed like the logical next step to offer bottomless brunch, but to take it to another level (literally) by introducing the themes on a Sunday for those looking for something a little different.
"It’s been incredible to see people coming together and enjoying themselves at Multistories over the last month and a half and we are determined to keep things fresh and interesting by now offering the highest brunch in Leeds city centre.
“Our whole aim for Multistories has been about bringing people from the hospitality sector back together to create something fun and cool. Not only that, but we want people to enjoy a safe space where they can meet and catch up over some delicious food and drinks."
A bookshop in Leeds is inviting its customers to vandalise Harry Potter books for charity.
Well, this is definitely one we haven't seen before.
The Bookish Type on Great George Street in Leeds is a fabulous independently-owned queer bookshop that prides itself on being a safe space for all.
They're raising money for trans healthcare by inviting customers to vandalise Harry Potter novels for just 25p per go.
A bargain if you ask us, and all for a good cause. And don't worry, all the books are second hand and have been donated.
Images: The Hoot Leeds
If you're not understanding the immediate connection between the two, then allow us to fill you in.
J.K. Rowling, the author of the famous Harry Potter novels, has over recent years expressed transphobic comments and anti-trans political beliefs on social media.
Yesterday, Wednesday 25 March, the trailer for the new HBO Max Harry Potter series was released which has encouraged many people to speak out against Rowling and claim she should no longer be supported.
So, The Bookish Type are showing support for the trans community and asking those who feel frustrated to have a doodle and whilst they're at it, donate to a good cause.
If you're not able to make it into the shop, The Bookish Type have said "You will soon be able to donate online and we will personally deface a page with your message/doodle/scribble."
We're absolutely obsessed.
Find out more about The Bookish Type and if you can, pop in for a browse and a doodle whilst you're at it.
Featured image - The Bookish Type Leeds (Supplied)
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Leeds to be transformed into a giant board game as Trivial Pursuit takes over the city
Clementine Hall
Leeds is set to become a giant board game this summer as Trivial Pursiot arrives in the city centre to celebrate a landmark moment in its history.
To mark 400 years since Leeds was granted its royal charter, LeedsBID (Leeds Business Improvement District) is transforming the city into a live interactive version of Hasbro’s iconic Trivial Pursuit board game, inviting residents and visitors to test their knowledge of all things Leeds.
It follows the huge success of the MONOPOLY Leeds Takeover back in summer 2024 and this year, LeedsBID is once again working with leading game, IP and toy company Hasbro to bring another of its iconic games to life.
This time, the focus is on the stories, achievements and surprising facts that have shaped Leeds over four centuries.
Running from 25 July to 30 August 2026, the free experience will see participants journey across the city centre answering questions and collecting wedges, just like the classic trivia game.
Key locations will represent the six traditional Trivial Pursuit categories: Entertainment, Geography, Sports & Leisure, Science and Nature, History, and Art & Literature.
Matt Proulx, Senior Vice President of Global Experiences, Partnerships and Music at Hasbro said: “After the incredible response to the MONOPOLY Leeds Takeover in 2024, we’re proud to collaborate with LeedsBID once again to reimagine another iconic brand in a bold new way.
"This is exactly how we think about Global Experiences at Hasbro - taking our brands beyond the table and creating experiences that are social, shareable and deeply connected to the communities they celebrate."
Andrew Cooper, Chief Executive of LeedsBID, said: “TRIVIAL PURSUIT Leeds is about celebrating everything about this great city, from those headline facts and figures people know to the lesser-known surprising details and discoveries.
“LeedsBID’s raison d’etre is to put Leeds on the map and tell the stories and successes of the city. Trivial Pursuit Leeds is doing just that, providing a free, fun and entertaining activity for all ages while sharing new and interesting achievements of this amazing place.”
Georgina Pellant -
27th July 2021 
