This is the perfect place for a hole-some bagel experience made with warm, welcoming love.
Slow Rise bakery, in Horsforth, is the perfect treat to indulge in all your bagel desires, located just a mere 15 minutes from the city centre.
With a foodies-paradise of a menu you can choose a wide range of fillings such as creamy hummus and avocado dusted in chilli flakes and garnished in lemon and rocket. Or picture this: a classic smoked-salmon with cream cheese, tangy lemon, black pepper, crunchy capers and an extra zing of red onion.
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But the customisation experience doesn't end there! After you’ve picked the succulent fillings you can choose the bagel itself, with topping choices from onion, poppy, garlic, sesame and 'everything' seasoning. It's sure to give you a personalised bagel like no other.
The charismatic independent bakery has the perfect 'home away from home' style for members of the community to sit down with a coffee, bagel and mouth-watering sweet treat.
There are many irresistible treats on display such as the vegan cinnamon roll kissed with lemon drizzle and icing or even try the delicious Swedish chocolate cake, Kladkakka. There are even savoury options on show like the cheese-crusted pretzel sprinkled in sunflower and nigella seed.
A plethora of choices to fit any taste-buds.
The owners Nick and Nerys have been making bagels since 2014 when living in the vibrant city of Berlin. Since then, they have seamlessly transported it into their own bagel-hotspot that they created and nurtured in 2015. Their team has grown from two to 18 in the last few years, they hope to keep growing but to never quite lose their sense of community.
The pair bring locals a slice of home with cosy decor and warm smiles from the charming staff. The friendly staff really make you feel as comfortable as possible, and cater to your every requirement and wish to make you a part of the ‘Slow Rise’ family, giving customers a full stomach and a full heart.
The bakery doesn't just bring the local feel with their bagels but also with there storing of independent items from a wide range of local companies: such as the unique, hand-crafted ceramics mug by Charlotte Manser Ceramics and plants plucked from local soils, for customers to buy and look at.
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The corner style shop is located overlooking the popular street ‘the new road side’. Slow rise has become a go-to for members of the community, so why not go to see this bagel-tastic bakery for a taste of doughy-heaven?
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
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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.
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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.
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15th January 2024 
