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BOX launch Euro 2024 football lookalike competition where you can win free pints and bar tabs

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Danny Jones Danny Jones - 15th June 2024

BOX has launched a brand new lookalike competition where football fans can win free pints and bar tabs during the Euros this summer.

The popular chain of sports bars has several locations all over the UK and is sure to be packed for Euro 2024. It also turns out the brand is hoping to fill its various venues with some of the best football lookalikes possible as part of a fun new giveaway.

It does exactly what it says on the tin: those fortunate enough to bear a resemblance to famous footballers be handed free pints throughout the tournament.

There's even the chance for the most impressive footballing doppelgänger to win a table of six plus a whopping £250 at your BOX site of choice for the Euro 2024 final on Sunday, 14 July. Say no more, we're booking a trim from Jack Grealish's barber and squeezing in a quick leg day.

Entry terms are simple: to join you simply need to submit a photo of yourself, a friend or a family member who you believe looks similar to a well-known footballer.

To take part, just tag @theboxbaruk in your Instagram story with your lookalike image using the hashtag #BOXDOPPLEGANGER, then send a direct message containing your entry.

Probably the best part about all of this is that you get a free pint just for taking part. Anywhere offering free pints whilst the footy's on gets man of the match from us.

The fun doesn’t stop there though: a weekly Euros-themed quiz every Wednesday at the local BOX in Headingley to test fans' knowledge; their famous 'Bandeoke' is on every Thursday, as well as live bands and DJs on Fridays and Saturdays to guarantee the party continues long after full-time.

Fans can also treat themselves to a number of European-inspired delights with a limited-edition food and drink menu, featuring Currywurst Loaded Fries, Bavarian Burgers and the ‘Olympian’ pizza. Plus, you can get two-pint beer steins, mini-kegs and a host of other Euros-themed drinks.

BOX's football lookalike competition is one of many reasons it's a great place to watch the Euros. (Credit: Supplied)

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As always with these things, full T&Cs apply but the whole thing is pretty straightforward and you can find out more information on their website.

Laura Lewis, Marketing Director at ARC Inspirations, commented: "We’re excited for EURO 2024 to kick off a huge summer of sport at BOX. This competition is the perfect start, and we can’t wait to see all the entrants and crown the overall winner. We’re looking forward to welcoming fans at our venues and hopefully celebrating a successful summer for the England team!"

"The football is just the tip of the iceberg. We will be showing all the major sporting events, like the Cricket T20 World Cup, Wimbledon, and the Olympics. We can’t wait to see our venues filled with fans having a great time and watching their favourite sports. Not only is BOX the ultimate bar to watch, it’s also the ultimate venue to play and party this summer."

BOX quickly found its way onto our list of where to watch the Euros in Leeds and to find out what other venues we think are among the best places to witness the football finally come home (you best believe it is), look no further:

https://thehootleeds.com/news/the-best-places-to-watch-the-euros-2024-in-and-around-leeds/

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A new açai cafe promising to be Leeds’ ‘neighbourhood social club’ is opening soon

Clementine Hall Clementine Hall

An independent açai bowl pop-up is opening a permanent cafe in Leeds city centre.

It seems the açai bowl trend isn't over just yet, and we're absolutely not mad about it.

The aesthetically purple frozen treat isn't just delicious, but is also known to have numerous health benefits making it guilt-free and the perfect post-workout pick me up.

You may remember Açai Social Club that opened as a pop-up in the Victoria Quarter last year, and now they're moving into a permanent spot in the city centre.

Run by a lovely husband and wife duo who have spent the last 15 months exploring cafes around the world, it's safe to say they know exactly what they're talking about.

Their açai is made with the very best ingredients, topped with the freshest fruit and sprinkled with their homemade granola - it doesn't get much better then that does it?

Announcing the very exciting news to Instagram, they said: "Açai Social Club is getting a home. Our very first store is officially on the way! We’ve been working behind the scenes to create a space that’s more about than just açai.

"What started as an idea is finally becoming something you can walk into…There’s still a lot we’re keeping under wraps for now, but we’re so excited to finally share the beginning of what’s to come.

"We can’t wait to open our doors and welcome you in. Your new neighbourhood social club, coming soon."

The exact location of the cafe and its opening date is still under wraps, but we'll of course keep you updated as and when we find out.

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The Leeds Supper Club bringing people together over incredible food

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What started as a simple idea around food has grown into something much bigger for Leeds Supper Club.

The idea was born from a love of food and the idea that eating together can be about much more than what’s on your plate.

Rather than simply going out to a restaurant, Leeds Supper Club puts connection at the heart of its events, bringing people together to share incredible food and enjoy an evening in good company.

We had the pleasure of attending their most recent event where we had the most wonderful evening with founders Lizzie, Phillip and the rest of the club.

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This instalment was a very special one, as it was in collaboration with Knotfield Vine over in Horsforth.

I mean, it really doesn't get more scenic than this - we really felt like we'd been whisked away to the South of France rather than a Leeds suburb. But we wouldn't want it either way.

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What makes it a cut above the rest is the details. Every little detail has been thought out, from the low-lit, sexy lighting, hand-made name plates, live music and four courses of wonderful seasonal goodness made fresh.

From enjoying a glass of wine within the vines alongside a couple of nibbles to tucking into a three course meal around a candle-lit table, there's really nowhere else like it.

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The tagliatelle pasta with beef and whipped feta was a real highlight, and knowing Lizzie and Philip receive help on the menu and the cooking from all their friends made it taste that much sweeter.

By the end of it we'd had some delicious food, fabulous wine and shared even better conversation. And it's safe to say we left feeling a part of the club.

Keep an eye on their Instagram page here for all upcoming events.

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