The Met Office have suggested that Leeds and other parts of northern England should be in for snow this weekend after forecasting a white Christmas.
The weather forecast suggested over the weekend that we were in for a snowy Christmas Day, but this has since been pushed back to make way for high chances of rain.
According to Apple News, it won't be until Boxing Day that snow hits the West Yorkshire region, despite expected temperatures 2 - 6 degrees. The 70% chance of snowfall is followed by a drop in temperature between Christmas and New Year.
Plenty of freezing and wet weather is expected over the next two weeks, so make sure you wrap up warm, grab those gloves before buying a sledge for Boxing Day.
Unexpected snow in November stopped Leeds in its tracks. / Image: Bei Travels
At present, the temperatures and forecast over the Christmas period is as followed:
Monday 20 December: 10% chance of rain with temperatures of 2 - 5 degrees.
Tuesday 21 December: clouds with no rain expected, with temperatures of -1 - 4 degrees.
Wednesday 22 December: 70% chance of rain with temperatures of -2 - 4 degrees.
Thursday 23 December: 70% chance of rain with temperatures of 3- 9 degrees.
Friday 24 December: 80% chance of rain with temperatures of 5 - 8 degrees.
Saturday 25 December: formerly snow reported but now a 90% chance of rain with temperatures of 4 - 6 degrees.
Sunday 26 December: 70% chance of snow with temperatures of 2 - 6 degrees.
Monday 27 December: 50% chance of snow with temperatures of 0 - 4 degrees.
Tuesday 28 December: 60% chance of snow with temperatures of -1 - 3 degrees.
Wednesday 29 December: 40% chance of snow, with temperatures of -1 - 3 degrees.
It's just another accolade for Bavette as the neighbourhood bistro is crowned one of the best in the UK.
And they're just as excited as we are.
Voted for by the industry's best, the National Restaurant Awards include a list of the country's top 100 restaurants every single year.
Although the official awards ceremony and numbered list will take place in June, last week the restaurants that will be included received an adorable box of confetti through the post.
And one of our very own, unsurprisingly, received just that.
Ever since opening back in 2024, Bavette Bistro nestled in the leafy suburb of Horsforth has made waves across the country for its sheer brilliance.
It's pretty much received five star reviews across the board and been handed awards from left, right and centre. And rightly so.
The Good Food Guide crowned Bavette the best local restaurant of 2024, and Michelin handed them a well deserved Bib Gourmand - so it's safe to say it's not just us who think it's really something special.
And now, they've earned themselves a coveted spot in the top 100 restaurants in the UK.
Images: The Hoot Leeds
Here's what Bavette had to say after discovering the news: "Over the moon to get the news we’ve made it into @nationalrestaurantawards top 100 for this year.
"A list we’ve long since hugely admired and such a massive honour to make it this year. Voted for by industry grandees, the full list will be announced at their awards ceremony in June which we’ll be there for. Allez."
Congratulations Sandy, Clement and the wonderful team - this is absolutely so well deserved and we'll be cheering you on in June from the sidelines.
The world’s smallest pub is opening in Leeds’ biggest beer garden this weekend
Clementine Hall
A teeny tiny micro-pub is coming to Leeds city centre this bank holiday weekend.
This weekend, from Saturday 2 to Sunday 3 May, Rita’s in Leeds will host the arrival of a travelling micro-pub dubbed the World’s Smallest, beating out World Record holders, in their huge beer garden.
Licor 43's Tiny Taberna features a 2.15m x 1.5m space that has been drawing crowds across the UK for doing something very simple, very well: shrinking the pub experience down to its absolute smallest form and pairing it with one of the country’s most talked-about viral drinks trends.
You won't be able to get your average pint here though, this adorable little bar will only serve Rita’s Mini Beer, commonly known as the Baby Beer.
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The Baby Beer is a shot made with Licor 43 and topped with a creamy layer to mimic the look of a perfectly poured pint. And trust us, it's just as delicious as it is cute.
Made with Licor 43, mixed with a velvety layer of cream liqueur, the flavour is indulgent with notes of vanilla, caramel and creamy sweetness.
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You may have seen these drinks online too, with videos of the Baby Beer going viral across social media racking up millions of views.
Styled as a Spanish-inspired bar, the Tiny Taberna invites you to gather with mates, step inside and enjoy a Baby Beer in this immersive and fun space. Obviously, you'll have to take some great pics for the gram too.
Rita’s beer garden, already known as one of the city’s largest, will not only play host to the pint-sized pub, but will also be serving their usual cocktail menu throughout the weekend.
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The Tiny Taberna will be at Rita’s Leeds for two days only, from Saturday 2nd to Sunday 3rd May, serving Mini Beers from 7-9pm.
The best part? Those who purchase any beer this Bank Holiday weekend will be able to claim a free Mini Beer from the installation with a voucher. We'll see you there.
Sophie Smith -
20th December 2021 
