Farmhouse, an independently-owned restaurant specialising in breakfast, brunch and all-day disheshas just opened in the city centre.
How do you like your eggs in the morning? Poached? Scrambled? We'll have them however they come, as long as they're from Farmhouse.
The new restaurant has just opened its second location on Lands Lane in Leeds City Centre, with an already cult following in Harrogate we were expecting big things, and it certainly did not disappoint.
The breakfast menu is served until 4pm and consists of all the classics you could imagine, from the hangover-curing full english to the protein-packed eggs on toast.
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Alongside a caffeine-fuelled coffee menu and fresh smoothies on offer, this is the place to go if you're looking to kickstart your day the right way.
They also serve a lunch menu featuring burgers, rice bowls, salads and more - but it's the breakfast that we're really raving about here.
If you're looking to keep it light and fresh than the Acai Bowl and Granola with coconut yoghurt are both great options, piled high with vibrant fruit and a dollop of creamy peanut butter.
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If you've got a sweet tooth then we urge you to order the Blueberry and Banana Pancakes, a real sight to behold as a hefty stack of fluffy pancakes is drenched in sticky blueberry compote and maple syrup.
We recommend you order these for the table to share, almost like a breakfast dessert kind of because, why on earth not?
The Farmhouse Benedict though was definitely a standout - crispy halloumi cubes and perfectly poached eggs sat proudly on a crispy potato rosti drenched in a decadent hollandaise sauce. Absolute filth.
The Mediterranean Breakfast is for the avocado-lovers out there, with smashed avocado, hummus, roasted tomatoes and fried halloumi served with sourdough to create your perfect bite.
Although we were tempted, we resisted the Farmhouse cocktail menu which consisted of a delicious selection of carefully curated tipples. There's always next time though...
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All of the food was served piping hot and we left ready to attack the day ahead of us. A fantastic addition to Leeds' already thriving food scene, we can't wait to go back.
To find out more and to book your table at the Farmhouse, take a look at their website.
After making a name for itself over in Leeds city centre, Alfonso's Deli 2.0 has touched down in Horsforth.
Famed for it’s toasted Cuban sandwiches, stacked subs and loaded breakfast bagels - Alfonso's Deli in Leeds' beautiful Grand Arcade serve up some of the best sandwiches in the city.
They've built up such a good reputation in fact, that they have now opened a second deli in the up-and-coming suburb of Horsforth.
Located in a prime location on New Side Road, this deli has a slightly different look to their original space, complete with a beautiful red awning and stuffed to the brim with American memorabilia.
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Here you can find fresh Cuban coffee which goes wonderfully with their authentic toasted Cubano sandwiches, perfectly crafted with their house-made bread which are then pressed made-to-order.
New for Horsforth, they're now serving New York deli sandwiches on brand-new house schiacciata bread.
And the bread is as fresh as it gets, made in their own bakery downstairs alongside a selection of New York deli bakes.
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Stuffed with toppings such as smoked deli meats, cold cuts, fresh cheese and whatever else you fancy.
Oh and it doesn't stop there, you can also buy a cigar if you fancy it alongside a selection of merch, hot sauces and provisions like tinned fish.
So whether you're stopping by on your way to work for a morning coffee or treating yourself to a stellar sandwich for your lunch, Alfonso's Deli is here to whisk you away to Miami for the afternoon.
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They're officially opening their doors to the public this Thursday 15 October, and we just know it's going to go down and absolute storm.
Make sure to pop down and give them a big warm welcome to the neighbourhood.
‘This recognition belongs to you’ – Leeds restaurant added to the Michelin Guide just months after opening
Clementine Hall
A newcomer to the Leeds foodie scene has been added to the coveted Michelin Guide.
You may remember back in April when a Leeds icon was reborn under a different name.
The Smithfield took over the site that was home to The Reliance for more than two decades, and it's safe to say it exceeded expectations.
The team transformed the site to its former glory, taking the site's exterior back to its memorable dark red. But the efforts to recapture the essence of the iconic old venue go way beyond that.
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The Smithfield, a collaboration between Crooked Brewing and Chef James Donovan, offers simple dining with seasonal food and natural wines.
It's the sort of place where you can rock up for a plate and a glass people watching through the huge window on North Street, or really get stuck into a sharing pie and chips with friends on a Saturday afternoon.
Either way we love it, and it seems we're not the only ones as The Smithfield has been added to the Michelin Guide just five months after opening.
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Announcing the great news to Instagram, The Smithfield said: "We’re very pleased and grateful to have been included in the Michelin Guide.
"To get this kind of recognition so early in our journey is a real honour, and one we certainly don’t take for granted.
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"Thank you to our wonderful guests for your continued support. Also, huge thanks to our brilliant team. The Smithfield is what it is because of your hard work, enthusiasm, energy and diligence. This recognition belongs to you.
"We’re just getting started, and our focus remains the same: creating a welcoming space for our community, serving food and drink we’re proud of, championing great British and local produce, and contributing our small part towards Leeds’ brilliant hospitality scene. The Smithfield."
Clementine Hall -
12th September 2023 
