To celebrate Leeds Light Night, The Ivy are offering a special cocktail menu with live entertainment that will truly brighten up your evening.
Light Night is one of those magical experiences that we look forward to each year. Until Sunday, The Ivy are helping us to make this year's Light Night one to never forget.
Throughout the week, The Ivy will be serving an array of illuminating cocktails, inspired by the neon lights that will surround the city.
Northern Blues is a refreshing delight that resembles an aurora borealis of blue light. This boozy drink is made up of Koko Kanu, Coconut Rum, Blue Curaçao, lemongrass, lime, pineapple and topped with coconut milk.
For a taste closer to home, NQ Lights is an illuminated taste of the tropics in the Northern Quarter. A concoction of Midori, Banana Liqueur, coconut and lime will get the chance to shine in this tropical mix of flavours.
These cocktails are certainly going to brighten up your evening. / Image: The Ivy Leeds
You can't go to a light festival without experiencing a bit of fire, right? The Bright Spark cocktail is all about igniting those embers with a heady mix of Havana Club Three Year Old Rum, Aperol, Passoa, passion fruit and grenadine, tipped with flaming Wrap and Nephew Overproof Rum.
These incredible cocktails will be accompanied by incredible light displays and live music on both nights of the UK's largest light festival.
On Thursday and Friday, there will be nothing subtle about the illuminating entertainment on offer.From stilt walkers pacing around the grand bar space to hula hoopers and saxophonists playing late into the night, each evening will be spectacular.
All entertainment will take place between 7pm and 10pm, but booking is advised for all Light Night experiences as The Ivy is anticipated to be a popular destination for anyone visiting the light festival in the city.
"After years of late nights, strong cocktails, and incredible stories; The Maven will close its doors"
It's a sad day for the Leeds night life scene, as a beloved speakeasy bar has today announced that it will be closing its doors for good.
The Maven has been a firm favourite for many years with those looking to enjoy some experimental and expertly made cocktails.
Hidden behind an unassuming door at the top of Call Lane, it was a great spot to visit if you were looking for something that little bit special.
Announcing the news to their social media, The Maven said: "From the bottom of our hearts we thank you for being our guests over the years and promise that until then, we'll do our best to give you the best nights out on Call Lane."
Luxury Leeds steakhouse to undergo huge £1.2 million renovation
Clementine Hall
Leeds restaurant The Cut & Craft has announced further expansion plans for the spring.
Swanky all-day dining restaurant and bar, The Cut & Craft, is expanding its popular Leeds site, investing a whopping £1.2 million to create a new adjoining elegant bar, lounge and private spaces.
Located within the former historic Collinson’s Cafe, the renovation will transform the former neighbouring Paul Smith store, to extend the existing brand offering.
The extension will celebrate the original beauty of the space, whilst acknowledging the legacy of Wallace Hartley - a talented musician who played at Collinson’s Cafe in the early 1900s before his role as bandleader on Titanic during its maiden voyage.
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The Grade II-listed building’s features including its iconic glass dome, stained glass and circular central bar will remain, with the addition of two beautifully designed private dining rooms.
The extension is due for competition this spring and will transform the existing venue into a space with seating for an impressive 370 covers.
Oscar Akgul, CEO at The Cut & Craft said: “Planning for this new chapter began within the first year of opening. By year two, it was clear that we required additional space to serve the city’s appetite for The Cut & Craft’s signature hospitality.
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“The brand’s deep affinity with the Victoria Quarter and the heritage of the building played an essential role in the decision to grow here.
“We want to thank our regular guests and everyone who has joined us at The Cut & Craft Leeds since opening and we look forward to entering this exciting new chapter with you all.”
Sophie Smith -
13th October 2021 
