Big Buns are back in The Brewery Tap with a brand spanking new menu and boy oh boy, it does not disappoint.
You know when you're just craving a proper burger? Well, if that's you right now then make your way to Big Buns where they'll make all your burger dreams come true.
Located inside The Brewery Tap on New Station Street, it's the perfect spot to catch up with friends, have a drink and chow down on some tasty, delicious food.
Their new menu is truly a showstopper, featuring a massive list of burgers, loaded fries, wings and even a cheeky dessert which is definitely worth saving room for.
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First up we tried the Clucky Buffalo, in between a pillowy brioche bun was tender chicken encapsulated in a crunchy crispy batter, dunked in a sauce which was terrifically tangy and had the perfect amount of zing to get your tastebuds dancing.
If chicken isn't your thing then The Don'ner could be the one for you, featuring a double smash beef patty piled high with delicious pieces of gourmet Donner meat, if you can get your chops around it then you're in for an absolute treat.
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There's also a Planty burger on the menu which is just as juicy and flavourful as the meat, you can opt for the Blue Cheese topping or the Frenchy which consists of ooey, gooey caramelised onions. All of the burgers come with shredded iceberg lettuce, American cheese and pickles, so all the flavours balance out effortlessly and we promise you won't be reaching for the ketchup.
Now, have you ever tried Katsu Gravy? Because we highly suggest you do. Big Buns are offering it in the form of Katsu Loaded Fries which are drenched in it and topped with crispy chicken pieces, fresh chillies and house cheese sauce.
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Or you can get a pot on the side and dip anything and everything in it, or you can just drink it straight from the pot but you might get some funny looks.
Oh and make sure you leave room for The Sweety Bun, a pillowy brioche bun oozing with Nutella, covered in Biscoff crumbs and drizzled with sticky honey. It’ll get messy but trust us, it is 100% worth it.
Leeds’ matcha scene is about to get a serious upgrade, because MADE, the viral Sheffield favourite, is officially ready to open its second site right in the heart of the city.
Taking over a spot on Lower Briggate, the new café lands on Thursday 30 April, and if its Sheffield success is anything to go by, it'll be pretty popular from day one.
Since launching less than a year ago, MADE has built a loyal following thanks to its aesthetic drinks, inventive flavours and a menu that goes far beyond your standard coffee shop offering.
This pastel-toned, checker-floored, light-filled space brings something genuinely fresh to the table in Leeds.
At its core, MADE specialises in hand-whisked matcha, with a rotating lineup of seasonal specials that are as photogenic as they are drinkable. Think strawberry shortcake matcha, sticky date lattes, and the much-hyped banana bread matcha that’s already gained a cult following over in Sheffield.
Alongside that, you’ll find iced coffees, 'split cups' for indecisive sippers, and smoothies inspired by the cult-favourite Erewhon.
Acai bowls at MADE in LeedsInside the new MADE in LeedsMatcha at MADE Leeds
MADE is also serving up generous açaí bowls, fresh sandwiches (including their popular tuna-cado option), and other grab-and-go bites.
Taking over the former Nice Things unit, the arrival of MADE brings a new energy to Lower Briggate just in time for summer.
And judging by the queues they regularly draw in Sheffield, it’s safe to say Leeds locals are about to become very familiar with that signature green hue.
The North Leeds Food Festival returns for 2026 and special anniversary edition
Danny Jones
The much-loved North Leeds Food Festival is back for 2026, and its spring return marks a very special anniversary.
We're getting hungry just thinking about it.
Taking place in less than a fortnight, North Leeds Food Fest marks its 10th birthday early next month, with this year's programme set to be one of the biggest yet.
We're lucky enough to see a lot of wonderful things within Roundhay Park every single year, but this might just be one of our absolute favourites.
Not to speak for all of you, but we're sure plenty of West Yorkshire would agree.
Held on the expansive Soldiers' Field section of the stunning outdoor space, more than a full decade on from the very first iteration of the festival, punters can expect free-flowing drinks, music rolling across the park, and LOTS of food to be enjoyed.
Both dog and family-friendly, too, it's already shaping up to be one of the best fun-for-all-ages weekends of the entire year.
Writing in a teaser on socials, the organisers said: "We’ve been working away behind the scenes to bring a fresh look and feel for 2026, so you can expect some surprises for our big birthday."
Consider our interest piqued and our tummies already rumbling...
The same spotlights will be shining on native independents serving up some of the region's best street food, and you can expect some top-notch drinks from Leeds locals, too.
It's pretty hard to believe it's been 10 whole years since this first started and how far it's come. Here's a longer look at how the last edition went down:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yqSxSj-dQsA&t=2s
Some of the indie enjoyment being teased includes wood-fired pizza, crispy fried chicken, fresh cocktails and a full 'Ale House' pouring from start to finish, as well as "vibrant curries and desserts worth saving space for".
There'll also be artisan markets, a live cookery theatre hosted by Yorkshire chef, consultant and Great British Menu star, Stephanie Moon, lots of live tunes, a whole host of kids' activities, stand-up comedy and tonnes more.
Scheduled for Saturday, 9 May 2026 from 10am and wrapping up on the following (10 May) around 7pm, the doors will be open from 10am on the first day, so you'd better make the most of the celebrations.
Clementine Hall -
21st October 2022 
