It looks like vegans in Huddersfield are in for a treat as one of the best vegan junk food spots in the country has confirmed it'll be opening a site in the city next month.
Voted one of the top 10 venues of its kind in the UK, Doner Summer specialises in delicious vegan kebabs served on soft, pillowy Turkish flatbreads.
Elsewhere on the menu you'll find loaded fries, big fat butties, tater tots and burgers - all laden with delicious sauces and topped with colourful additions like herbs and pickles.
Everything here is 100% vegan, from the 'chick'n' to their sashimi, and some of the creations are absolutely mind-bending in the way they circumvent traditional expectations.
Doner Summer's cheezy fried chick’n kebab / Image: Doner SummerBuffalo chick'n and chips at Doner Summer / Image: Doner Summer
The vegan junk food brand already has sites in Leeds, York, Manchester and Hull. Its owners are a big fan of Huddersfield, having done many events in the city, so the move seemed like an obvious choice.
Sharing the news to their Instagram page, Doner Summer said: "We’re beyond excited to announce that our next location is HUDDERSFIELD! We’ve done many events in the past here and we absolutely LOVE the town.
"We’re keeping the exact location a secret for now. But it’s right in the centre of town and trust us, it’ll be worth the wait!
"We’re on track to open mid to late July and are on the hunt for a full time kitchen manager and full and part time Kitchen assistants."
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.
Georgina Pellant -
17th June 2021 
