From the team behind Leeds institution The Wardrobe comes Livett's Coffee Shop, a brand new on-the-go coffee shop.
Nestled in the heart of the city's cultural quarter, Livett's Coffee Shop will open its doors on Monday 25 February 2024.
And to celebrate, they're giving away hundreds of free coffees.
The brainchild of the masterminds behind The Wardrobe, Livett's will honour all things local.
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Sourcing their coffee from local favourite North Star, organic milk from sustainably powered farms, fresh bakes from Baltzersens as well as brownies from Blond & Brown.
Livett's Coffee Shop will be committed to sourcing the very best sustainable and local produce for its customers.
Located right next door to The Wardrobe on St Peter's Square, the space is inspired by visionary Leeds architect R.A.H Livett (OBE) who is renowned for his commitment to creating vibrant public spaces that encouraged a sense of community.
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The perfect spot for city dwellers to grab their morning coffee en-route to work or pop by on their lunch break for an afternoon pick me up.
To celebrate its grand opening, Livett’s Coffee Shop will be giving away hundreds of free coffees throughout its first week.
They'll be offering the first 25 customers through the door their coffee on the house every morning from Monday 25 February - Saturday 2 March, so you can sample a Livett's brew for yourself.
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Ryan North, General Manager said: “We are buzzing to bring Livett’s Coffee Shop to the cultural quarter of Leeds. We have worked hard to find the best in beans, machines and suppliers to give you a great range of drinks and snacks whilst being as sustainable as possible.
"With our coffee coming from North Star, the best bakes from Bakerei Baltzersens and Brown & Blond, we are sure you’ll find it hard not to pop in.”
So cancel your usual Monday morning coffee plans, and get down to Livett's for a free cup of Joe. That's an offer you can't refuse.
A popular restaurant chain has closed permanently in Leeds city centre.
Popular pizzeria Franco Manca has closed its Leeds restaurant.
The chain was famed for its relaxed atmosphere, quick service and affordable sourdough Neapolitan pizzas that were on offer for as little as a fiver.
The chain occupied the site on the outskirts of Trinity Shopping Centre on Trinity Street, next door to Itsu and overlooking the back entrance of Marks and Spencer.
Hoardings have now gone up, signifying the site is now empty and Franco Manca has permanently closed.
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This can also be seen on Google when searching for the restaurant branch.
It was announced earlier this year that a number of Franco Manca's restaurants would be closing across the country.
This was down to a reconstructing plan approved by creditors for the chain. The brand said it had been knocked by “disproportionately high” UK taxes and a lack of business rates relief for hospitality.
Marcel Khan, chief executive of parent firm Fulham Shore, said at the time: “We are grateful for the support shown by our creditors today.
“Franco Manca is a fantastic brand with a strong heritage and loyal customer base. With this agreement in place, we will put the business back on a firm footing and press ahead with strengthening our customer offer and performance.”
The Leeds brand was not included in the initial list of restaurant closing, but it seems further closures were made.
Miami-inspired Leeds bodega to open second site in Horsforth following huge success of first
Clementine Hall
A sandwich shop in Leeds is expanding to the suburbs.
Famed for it’s toasted Cuban sandwiches, stacked subs and loaded breakfast bagels - Alfonsos Deli has made a name for itself for serving some of the best sandwiches around the city.
Such a good reputation in fact, that they’ve just announced a second location over in the leafy suburb of Horsforth. Get in.
Currently, you'll find Alfonso's in the Grand Arcade where their light-filled and airy space is slinging out sandwiches non-stop until sell-out.
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It's not just sandwiches, though. They're also serving up fantastic Cuban coffee, beer and even Cuban cigars.
Basically, it's everything you'd expect to find in a deli in Miami.
The team shared the news of the expansion on social media, confirming that a brand-new Horsforth site is on the way.
While an official opening date is yet to be revealed, the announcement has already sparked plenty of excitement among loyal customers, many of whom have been calling for a second location since the deli first opened.
Alfonso's has built a devoted following in Leeds, with its signature Cubano sandwich becoming a firm favourite, while its breakfast bagels draw queues of hungover punters through the doors.
The move to Horsforth marks the next chapter for the independent business, bringing its popular menu to a whole new neighbourhood. And they're in fantastic company too, in a suburb that is flourishing with independent local businesses.
If the success of the Grand Arcade site is anything to go by, the new deli is likely to be just as busy from day one. More details, including an opening date and the full menu, are expected to be announced in the coming weeks.
Good luck to the team, we can't wait to check it out.
Clementine Hall -
22nd February 2024 
