Trinity Kitchen has rolled over its street food trucks for the summer season, and there's five spots to taste test.
Whether you're in the mood for a footlong hot dog or a sit down Thai curry, there's a wealth of choice with a good mix of returning favourites and new kids on the block.
The new vendours will be serving from Monday 22 May 2023 right through until the summer holidays, taking residency until Monday 16 July 2023.
You know the drill by now... keep reading to find out more about the five new foodie spots in the city, including how much you can expect to spend at each truck.
Dogtown
Image: Slap & Pickle
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What's the deal?: Hot dogs from £7.50 and footlongs for under a tenner
Certainly new to Trinity Kitchen is Slap and Pickle's (kinda) new hot dog concept, Dogtown. The hot dogs were first introduced by the foodies back in 2014, but is now making a reappearance.
Slap and Pickle says: “As is the case with Slap & Pickle, Dogtown is all about inclusive eating; meaning vegans can indulge in as wide a choice as their meat-eating mates – while halal and gluten-free options make things more accessible still. From spicy chilli-cheese wieners to giant footlong frankfurters, there’s a lot to get your mouth around. And of course, Dogtown couldn’t come from the minds behind Slap & Pickle without serving up some seriously sexy loaded fries to round out your meal.”
Shouk!
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What's the deal? Shouk! pita, fries and a drink for £12.50 or swap for a beer for £14
Those that have been visiting Trinity Kitchen over the past few years will recognise the return of Middle Eastern foodie favourite, Shouk!
The menu here includes refreshing vegan and vegetarian friendly meals, with vegan chicken shawarma, falafel pieces and halloumi available in wrap or salad-style bowls- each of which make the perfect light summertime lunch.
Sri Non Thai
We've previously tried the Corn Cakes from sister company Hong Bao Street Food.
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What's the deal?: £7.50 starters and curries range from £9-£12
Those that remember Hong Bao Street Food will be excited to hear that sister Thai food food truck from Sri Non Thai is serving up a selection of curries, crispy chicken, satay skewers and Hoi Jo for the next nine weeks.
The idea here is you can truly eat a three course dinner, if you wanted to with a full starters and main menu, as well as plenty of sides and snacks to keep you going. We've got our eye on the creamy massaman curry with baby potatoes, onions and a choice of prawns, duck, chicken or veggies.
Wagyu Lookin' At?
Loaded pulled pork fries from Pickled Porker. / Image: The Hoot Leeds
What's the deal?: £8.50 burgers and £6 loaded fries
Wagyu Lookin’ At is serving up epic Yorkshire wagyu burgers & loaded dirty fries perfect for a cheat meal lunch. Using provenance Japanese Wagyu beef herd bred for the best flavour and grass-fed on the Yorkshire Wolds to produce beautiful marbling.
The menu has everything from 16-hour hickory smoked brisket to Jack Daniels burger sauce to enhance the flavours of what they say will be the ‘finest burger you will ever taste!’ and if you had a chance to taste the loaded fries from former residency Pickled Porker, they might taste a little familiar...
Bombay Grab
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What's the deal?: Naanwich and masala fries for £13
Bombay Grab was last spotted at Trinity back in November 2021, but is finally making a return and offering those looking for a hearty lunchtime meal, the chance to indulge in British classics with an Indian-inspired twist.
Think crispy fried chicken and French fries seasoned with chunky chaat masala, dressed with salad and mango mayo, as well as the fried chicken naanwich - a fusion between the usual sando offerings inside, you guessed it, a naan bread.
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Arctic Monkeys release first song in four years as part of upcoming all-star War Child album
The full track list for the charity album has been released, featuring Fontaines D.C., Pulp, Olivia Rodrigo and loads more.
The legendary Sheffield indie group have been largely silent (as usual) since the release of their last album, The Car, back in 2022.
But today, the monkeys are back with a brand new song titled 'Opening Night' , in support of War Child's upcoming project to provide aid for children living through war.
That project being 'HELP(2)' - a brand new collaborative album inspired by the landmark 1995 release 'HELP' to engage music lovers globally in support of the charity's vital work.
The new album will be released on Friday 6 March and was brought to life through close collaboration with Abbey Road Studios, recorded predominantly across one extraordinary week in November 2025 under the stewardship of acclaimed producer James Ford.
There's so me pretty huge names on the album who have contributed, including Fontaines D.C, Pulp, Damon Albarn, Wet Leg, Young Fathers and so many more.
Recorded in a single day in 1995, the original ‘HELP’ album raised over £1.2 million, enabling War Child to provide vital support to thousands of children caught in the Bosnian conflict.
The full track list to the album is: ‘HELP(2)’ Tracklist:
Arctic Monkeys - Opening Night
Damon Albarn, Grian Chatten & Kae Tempest - Flags
Black Country, New Road - Strangers
The Last Dinner Party - Let’s do it again!
Beth Gibbons - Sunday Morning
Arooj Aftab & Beck - Lilac Wine
King Krule - The 343 Loop
Depeche Mode - Universal Soldier
Ezra Collective & Greentea Peng - Helicopters
Arlo Parks - Nothing I Could Hide
English Teacher & Graham Coxon - Parasite
Beabadoobee - Say Yes
Big Thief - Relive, Redie
Fontaines D.C. - Black Boys on Mopeds
Cameron Winter - Warning
Young Fathers - Don’t Fight the Young
Pulp - Begging for Change
Sampha - Naboo
Wet Leg - Obvious
Foals - When the War is Finally Done
Bat For Lashes - Carried my girl
Anna Calvi, Ellie Rowsell, Nilüfer Yanya & Dove Ellis - Sunday Light
Olivia Rodrigo - The Book of Love
You can pre-order the album here and listen to the new song by the Arctic Monkeys here.
Six of our favourite cosy pubs in Leeds City Centre to hide away from the rain
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When the weather is rubbish, there’s nothing better than tucking away in the corner of a cosy pub with a good pint and a bowl of chips.
Thankfully, Leeds is blessed with many.
Roaring fires add extra comfort, as do old-fashioned characteristics like low-slung wooden beams and wood panelling, whilst big windows serve to let in a bit of light on the darker days.
To help you pick where to go, we’ve put together a list of our favourites below.
The Victoria & Commercial
Great George Street, LS1 3DL
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Newest and maybe the most festive is The Victoria, originally opened in 1865 this historic pub has recently been reborn courtesy of Kirkstall Brewery and Whitelock's Ale House.
The interior here is absolutely beautiful, even without the decorations it feels festive. So if you're looking for that Christmas feeling all year round, this is the place to be.
Whitelock’s Ale House
Turk’s Head Yard, Leeds LS1 6HB
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Of course it wouldn't be a cosy pub guide without the iconic Whitelock's Ale House. The oldest pubs in Leeds, Whitelock’s is easy to miss – tucked away down a side alley off the main high street, but once you find it it's well worth the hunt.
A former marketman’s pub, inside you’ll find historic features like an old wooden bar and stained glass windows as well as good selection of beers, ales and traditional British dishes.
Crowd of Favours
4-12 Harper Street, Leeds City Centre, LS2 7EA
This laid back spot in Leeds is the perfect spot to get nestled in, enjoy a few pints and escape the dreary weather.
Food-wise, think lemon and thyme chicken wings, braised beef cheek and hearty stews. As for the drinks, there’s a solid wine and cocktail menu as well as a good selection of beers on draught.
The Highland Laddie
38 Cavendish Street, LS3 1LY
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From the team behind Empire Cafe, The Highland Laddie is one of Leeds' newest pubs but it's as cosy as it gets.
Fabulous traditional interiors with a proper homely feel to it, and of course the food is absolutely banging. Think oysters, ham and chips and belting sausage rolls.
The Lamb and Flag
1 Church Row, Leeds City Centre, LS2 7HD
Housed in a renovated 19th-century building, The Lamb and Flag boast a locally-sourced menu and a strong selection of local ales. A stone’s throw from Leeds Minster, there are two bars – one upstairs and one down. Between them, you’ll find ten different hand pulls pouring some of the best beer in Leeds..
The Brunswick
82 North St, Leeds LS2 7PN
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This absolute gem at the top of town has everything you could ever want in a pub. Great drinks, a warming atmosphere, a pool table and brilliant food.
The staff are always lovely and there's usually an adorable dog knocking about too.
Sophie Smith -
22nd May 2023 
