Federal, one of the most popular brunch spots in Manchester, is set to open its very first Leeds cafe.
The Australian/New Zealand-style cafe is famed for its brunches, ranging from giant French toast stacks to colourful corn fritters, and halloumi and shrooms on toast - as well as their viral canned matchas and iced lattes.
There's a Portuguese influence on the menu too, thanks to founder Claudio Ribeiro, with some of the best pastel de natas in the UK.
Federal Cafe Bar is wildly popular over in Manchester, where it has three cafes that all have queues all day long.
And now it's finally Leeds' turn, with plans lodged for a new Federal in the city centre.
Federal is set to open at 34 Boar Lane, as part of a contemporary new Kinrise workspace that's taking shape.
The plans for Federal were announced alongside The Commons, a new business space with studios, a large boardroom, meeting rooms and event spaces.
George Aberdeen, co-founder and director of landlord and developer Kinrise, said: "We're delighted to welcome Federal Bar & Cafe, opening their first location outside Manchester on our ground floor, a real statement of confidence in the building and in Leeds."
Victoria Harris, associate with global property consultancy Knight Frank in Leeds, which is advising Kinrise, added: "The launch of The Commons and the arrival of Federal underline the on-going success of 34 Boar Lane and is another resounding endorsement of the major investment Kinrise has made in the building."
Leeds restaurant The Cut & Craft has announced further expansion plans for the spring.
Swanky all-day dining restaurant and bar, The Cut & Craft, is expanding its popular Leeds site, investing a whopping £1.2 million to create a new adjoining elegant bar, lounge and private spaces.
Located within the former historic Collinson’s Cafe, the renovation will transform the former neighbouring Paul Smith store, to extend the existing brand offering.
The extension will celebrate the original beauty of the space, whilst acknowledging the legacy of Wallace Hartley - a talented musician who played at Collinson’s Cafe in the early 1900s before his role as bandleader on Titanic during its maiden voyage.
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The Grade II-listed building’s features including its iconic glass dome, stained glass and circular central bar will remain, with the addition of two beautifully designed private dining rooms.
The extension is due for competition this spring and will transform the existing venue into a space with seating for an impressive 370 covers.
Oscar Akgul, CEO at The Cut & Craft said: “Planning for this new chapter began within the first year of opening. By year two, it was clear that we required additional space to serve the city’s appetite for The Cut & Craft’s signature hospitality.
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“The brand’s deep affinity with the Victoria Quarter and the heritage of the building played an essential role in the decision to grow here.
“We want to thank our regular guests and everyone who has joined us at The Cut & Craft Leeds since opening and we look forward to entering this exciting new chapter with you all.”
This iconic Leeds pub is selling 25p pints for the weekend alongside a 70’s-inspired menu
Clementine Hall
Whitelock's Ale House in Leeds are turning back the clocks for four days only.
Ever fancied giving time travel a go? Well now's your chance, as a historic Leeds pub are looking back to time gone by for the weekend.
Whitelock's Ale House are collaborating with Double Diamond beer, an iconic British pale ale made popular in the 70's and now somewhat having a resurgence.
From this Thursday 26 February until Sunday 1 March 2026, pints of Double Diamond will be available for just 25p.
Yep, you can't even get a Freddo for 25p these days let alone a cold, refreshing pint.
Guests will be able to grab their first pint of Double Diamond for 25p along with a nostalgic specials menu from the Whitelock's kitchen.
And if you know anything about their food, it's always class so this specials menu will be absolutely no exception.
The specials menu includes a french onion quiche, a coronation chicken sandwich, gammon, pineapple, egg and chips and to top it all off, a raspberry Swiss roll with custard.
You can get three courses for just £30 and you can either pre-order or order individually when you're there.
This is set to be a real blast from the past, so rally your mates together and prepare for a trip down memory lane and for what could be the cheapest pint of your life.
You can find out more and book your table at Whitelock's Ale House here.
Daisy Jackson -
24th July 2025 
