Farmhouse, an independently owned restaurant specialising in breakfast, brunch and all-day dishes, is coming to Leeds.
And to celebrate the new opening, Farmhouse will be giving you the chance to try brunch on the house.
Those heading over to the 100-cover restaurant will be able to get a free main meal to the first 300 customers to book on Monday 11 September and Tuesday 12 September.
Bookings are now already from 8am and will be free on a first come first served basis by booking here.
Image: Supplied
Farmhouse is an independent restaurant specialising in breakfast, brunch and all-day dishes. It will open in the former ASK Italian spot on Lands Lane next to the EasyHotel and near the Queen's Arcade.
Customers can expect high-quality and locally sourced homemade food, premium drinks, and a family-friendly atmosphere.
Celebrated chef Tom Hunter will be at the head of the kitchen, where his work will be familiar to diners who enjoyed The Reliance where his culinary skills gained the venue a loyal following.
Image: Farmhouse
Alongside owner Jordan Aspinall, both are currently crafting the menu some Farmhouse favourites, alongside some new dishes with a focus on fresh Yorkshire produce.
Diners can expect exceptional coffee, blended with partners Union coffee roasters to accompany delights such as Cinnamon Graham French Toast, Farmhouse Benedict with poached eggs, crispy halloumi, and turkey bacon, and Chilli Scrambled Egg with bacon and parmesan.
Image: Supplied
Speaking ahead of the launch, general manager Freya Poole said:
‘’We are super excited to open in Leeds and be a part of the amazing foodie community The site is perfect to home Farmhouse and can’t wait to welcome everyone to try our unique take on brunch and dishes from around the world”
Customers can expect hearty portions of high-quality and locally sourced homemade food, premium drinks, and a relaxed family-friendly atmosphere. Farmhouse will open between the hours of 8am and 5pm, serving up a globally inspired selection of dishes ranging from brunch classics with a twist to burgers, Japanese rice bowls and inspired plant-based options. Alongside delicious cuisine, Farmhouse will offer a fully stocked bar with everything from flavour-packed smoothies to beers, wine, and bespoke cocktails.
It's the moment we've all been waiting for, Dishoom is coming to Leeds.
The whispers of Dishoom's arrival in Leeds city centre have been going on for a while now, but over the past few weeks it has started to feel very real.
Taking over the beautiful old Flannel's site on the coveted Vicar Lane, signs started to pop up for Dishoom and work was cracking on fast.
Well now, we have an opening date - and we don't have long to wait.
Dishoom Leeds will open on Monday 3 August, with guests being able to enjoy 50% off food during an initial soft-opening period, ahead of the official opening on Friday 14 August.
Images: The Hoot Leeds
As with every Dishoom café, the Leeds restaurant begins with a story. This one takes inspiration from the extraordinary true events surrounding the explosion of the SS Fort Stikine in Bombay Dock in April 1944, a wartime disaster that sent gold bars flying across the city.
Legend has it that some of the missing gold was never recovered. Some was discovered embedded in walls and rooftops across Bombay. Other pieces quietly disappeared into the hands of lucky citizens, melted into bangles or hidden away in drawers.
Dishoom Leeds reimagines the fortune made from the gold bars and guests will discover subtle references to the glamorous mid-century details through the interiors and artwork, giving playful nods to Bombay’s golden age.
With all day dining available, guests can dine on the beloved breakfast right through to late evening feasting, with the café will serve a lovingly curated menu of Bombay comfort food inspired by the city’s cafés, grills, street stalls and family kitchens.
Shamil Thakrar, co-founder, also known as Head Babu, at Dishoom, said: “Leeds is a city with tremendous warmth, creativity and character, full of people who know the value of gathering together over good food and drinks. Bringing Dishoom here has long been a dream for us.”
"The story behind this café is rooted in one of Bombay’s most extraordinary moments – the day gold bars fell from the sky after the explosion of Fort Stikine in 1944. Amidst the tragedy and chaos, there were also tales of unexpected fortune, human resilience and hopeful reinvention. We were captivated by this, and we cannot wait to welcome Leeds into the café that pays homage to the heritage of Bombay.”
A cafe dedicated entirely to matcha gelato has just opened in Leeds
Clementine Hall
Matcha is well and truly taking Leeds (and the country) by storm.
You're probably bored of hearing us talk about matcha, and to be honest we're getting a little bit bored writing about it.
But, this time it's different.
This is M Plus Matcha, a brand-new matcha store that's just opened near Leeds University who not only serve your classic matcha lattes but also bucket loads of freshly-churned gelato.
Images: The Hoot Leeds
And to make things even better, they've got four on offer all at different percentages to suit your taste.
Soft and grassy, smooth and creamy, full and velvety…or deep and bold (they said it, not us) - this spot is truly a matcha lover’s summer paradise.
Images: The Hoot Leeds
If you're not sure what flavour you fancy, the lovely staff are on hand to help and can offer tasters of each percentage before you commit to a cone or a tub so you're not left disappointed.
The space is gorgeously light and airy, complete with matcha-coloured walls and plenty of matcha-coloured seating for you to perch and enjoy your treats.
Images: The Hoot Leeds
Right opposite the Parkinson Building, we can see M Plus Matcha becoming a fantastic hub for students to whack their laptops out for a couple of hours whilst getting their caffeine fix.
The drinks menu includes iced matcha lattes, hot matcha, matcha lemonades and loads more. Basically, if you're of the opinion that matcha tastes like grass then we do not recommend you going.
But if you love it like us, then you're in for a treat.
Clementine Hall -
18th August 2023 
