The 'Launderita' cocktail mixer is the first of its kind and will make its first ever appearance in Leeds.
Celebrating National Margarita Day this week has been a great excuse to pull out the bottle(s) of Jose Cuervo Tequila.
Bartenders up and down the country have been subject to organising mass salt-rimmed glasses and slices of lime for the occassion, but thanks to an incredible new invention, Leeds' version of National Margarita Day has been stretched out- we're getting until Thursday 24 February to get our annual dosage of Margs in without any judgement.
Bringing a whole new meaning to 'shaken not stirred' is the latest cocktail invention from Jose Cuervo: the Launderita.
According to reports, a team of engineers and makers appointed by Jose Cuervo spent hundreds of hours designing the one-of-a-kind contraption that turned a washing machine into a cocktail maker, and it's now finally ready for its debut.
It works in the same way a washing machine would too. Simply add your tequila and lime where the washing powder would usually go and then press 'spin' to mix it all up. To avoid any mess, there's even a tap to pour out your perfectly-mixed Margarita.
Image: Jose Cuervo
Leeds is the first stop on it's mini UK tour, making the grand unveiling all the more special. Guests at Cuckoo this Thursday will get to be the first to watch the machine dispense free cocktails.
The bar crawl for the Launderita machine will see the invention visit The Wash House in Manchester, a hidden bar inside a laundrette where the contraption is sure to feel right at home on Friday 25 February. The washing machine margarita mixer will then travel to London and appear at Barrio in Shoreditch on Saturday 26 February.
If you can't make it to the unveiling in Leeds and don't fancy a trip across country, you can still enter to win one of 50 Jose Cuervo Citrus Bliss Margeritas mixed by the Launderita itself, as well as a limited edition Jose Cuervo glass.
Image: Jose Cuervo
To get all the details you need to enter, visit the Jose Cuervo Launderita pop-up website. You'll be asked to enter your shipping address, incase you're a lucky winner, but note that this does not guarantee you the products themselves.
For inspiration on where to grab a Margarita any day of the year, we shared our tribute to our favourite spots on Instagram to celebrate National Margarita Day.
Feature Image- Jose Cuervo
Eats
Award-wining Leeds sandwich shop Silver’s Deli to open neighbourhood bakehouse
Silver's Deli is opening up a sister shop, and this time it's about everything baked.
We all know and love Silver's Deli for their stacked subs and breakfast sandwiches that could cure any hangover no matter how severe.
They're so good, that they even bagged the coveted Uber Eats Restaurant of the Year Award last year.
And rightly so, because Silver's is absolutely class.
And it seems there's just no stopping Silver's, as they've just announced that they'll be opening a sister shop named Silver's Bakehouse serving up everything, yep you guessed it, baked.
It'll also be in Farsley where the original Silver's is, and they're labelling the new venture as 'your neighbourhood bake shop'.
Announcing the very exciting news to Instagram, Silver's Deli said: "Well it’s happening. I said no more shops, but it’s kinda necessary, and I just love all things baked.
"There’s waaaaaaaaay too many details to share on this right now, but go give our sister shop @silvers_bakehouse a new follow and hold on tight. This is gonna be fun as fuck."
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Customers can expect a wider range of Silver's goodies that they're unable to whip up in the current space. From soft amaretti biscuits and their famous cookies to sausage rolls and brownies that the team have been working on for 12 months.
We're in no doubt that this venture is going to be absolutely brilliant, and you best believe we'll be first in line to try one of those brownies.
Silver's Bakehouse will be located on Town Street in Farsley and is expected to open this May.
Inside the modern Japanese grill coming to Leeds from the team behind Fern Modern Sushi
Clementine Hall
We've been very excited about this one.
If you know anything about the Leeds food scene, then you'll know the absolute legend that is Chef Fern.
Her first restaurant, Fern Modern Sushi, is a firm favourite amongst locals and visitors alike. Known for their expertly crafted sushi made with the freshest fish on offer.
And now, she's turning her attention to her second venture - Tori Nori.
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Tori Nori is a modern Japanese grill and bar inspired by the bustling izakayas of Tokyo.
Everything is centred around the fiery robata grill where guests can watch the chefs cook everything from grilled fish to delicious yakitori skewers right in front of their very eyes.
All designed to share, this is a place to hang out with friends, enjoy some delicious food and maybe sink a few Japanese-inspired cocktails whilst you're at it.
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Located on Vicar Lane, the space has had a whole refurb and it's looking fantastic. Complete with perfectly moody lighting, plush banquette seating and beautiful Japanese-inspired wallpaper.
The menu features an entire yakitori menu, from cheesy chicken thighs and pork belly to grilled king prawn and Japanese A5 wagyu all grilled over charcoal.
There's also Fern's signature sushi on the menu, as well as big plates to share such as teryaki half chickens and miso lamb chops.
Images: The Hoot Leeds
You just know that everything Fern touches turns to gold but don't just take our word for it, get yourself to Tori Nori and try it out for yourselves.
Tori Nori will officially open its doors on Friday 10 April. Find out more and book your table here.
Sophie Smith -
23rd February 2022 
