Bundobust have brought back Sprout Bhajis and a whole load of Christmas treats over to their Leeds venue.
Christmas dinners have long been plagued with an array of our least favourite food, and we are made to smile and eat every mouthful in angst.
Well we say no more.
Every Christmas Dinner needs a refresh every once in a while and thanks to Bundobust, you can choose all your festive favourites and experiment with a new type of Christmas dinner.
One that includes curry, booze and bhajis.
Indian street food meets Christmas in this sizzling menu, made up of nutmeg, cinnamon and brussel sprouts.
But these aren't any ordinary sprouts, the crafty chefs at Bundobust have brought back customer favourite Sprout Bhajis for yet another year. Made up of a fusion of vegetables and spices, this popular choice is the perfect starter for anyone looking for a Christmas dinner in the city centre.
Broccoli, onion, fennel, chilli and brussel sprouts are served with a dollop of festival cranberry chutney: just in case there wasn't enough of a festive theme to the dish.
If you're already sold on the sprout bhaji movement, it might be time to upgrade to the Sprout Bhaji Butty: a giant selection of the brussel sprout bhajis, encased in a brioche bun. If you want to spread some Christmas joy, £1 from each butty sold will be donated to a local charity.
For a main winter warmer, look no further than the Festive Curry. Think all your winter veggies like parsnips, French beans and swede all cooked in a tomato and coconut sauce- that ought to keep your immune system in check. Served with jeera rice, cinnamon, star anise and curry leaves, this is the pick-me-up you need this winter, the taste is just a bonus.
We know Indian restaurants don't usually upsell their desserts, but the Christmas Kulfi sounds too good to resist- so save some room for a sweet treat. If there was a 'taste of Christmas' this would be it. The Kulfi ice cream has all those festive flavours, like cinnamon, cardamon, nutmeg and orange peel mixed together and served on a stick.
To wash all the festive food down, surely a Christmas-themed drink is essential. The Coconut Hot Toddy is a warming mix of bourbon, coconut rum, cinnamon and lemon juice and goes down a treat.
For a boozy Bundobust twist on a vegan iced chai, try the Masala Chaas made up of brandy, Baileys and ginger liqueur, blended into the chai. The non-alcoholic choices are just as tempting: the Ginger Tom has ginger ale, cranberry juice, apple, cinnamon, lime and mint, all served in a champagne flute so you don't feel like you're missing out on the booze.
A visit to Bundobust wouldn't be complete without a tipple of craft beer, and this Christmas is no different. Enjoy seasonal specials such as Bundobust Brewery’s very own hoppy red ale, Lal Naak, a 5.5% classic American style red ale which makes its debut this winter.
To get your hands on this imaginative reinvention of the humble Christmas dinner, visit the Bundobust website and click on the Leeds location when booking.
Everyone's in love with frozen yoghurt, and Leeds is about to get more of it.
Over the past year, the UK has become a little bit obsessed with frozen yoghurt - and Leeds is no exception.
We've had Kefiyo open in Headingley which met to queues round the block for weeks, as well as the UK's leading froyo brand Frurt open up in Kirkstall.
And now, there's a newbie on the block.
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Introducing 'Yo-Go', your newest frozen yoghurt bar that will be opening up in Leeds' Hyde Park.
We don't know much about Yo-Go yet, but we do know it's female owned and is sporting some pretty cute branding.
The space is currently undergoing renovation, with the owner posting that she received the keys just a couple of days ago.
The window vinyls are up, and people are already getting very excited about the opening as they flock to the comments of Yo-Go's first Instagram post.
Announcing the news of their opening, Yo-Go wrote: "GUYS!! WE’VE GOT THE KEYS. And apparently they don’t come with a finished shop… rude.
"While we get to work, we need your input. Toppings, flavours, very specific requests, we’re taking notes. Drop them below and I’ll try my best to make it happen x"
Comments included requests for 'unlimited toppings' as well as warm sauces, cookie dough, marshmallow and honeycomb.
Sounds pretty delicious if you ask us, but for now, it looks like there's still some work to be done before the shop is ready to welcome its first customers.
We don't know of an opening date just yet, but we'll keep you updated as and when we do.
Inside the new all-day American diner that has just opened at Leeds Bradford Airport
Clementine Hall
A brand-new American-style diner serving smash burgers, hot dogs and thick milkshakes has opened at Leeds Bradford Airport.
We all know the holiday really starts as soon as you get to the airport, and Leeds Bradford Airport has a brand-new American diner to kick start it in style.
Welcome to Monty’s American Diner, the all-day dining destination bringing a taste of the USA to Yorkshire.
Located in the airport's departure lounge, this new spot is designed to give passengers somewhere to sit back and relax whilst enjoying a proper meal before jetting off.
And just like your classic American diner, there’s plenty on the menu to get stuck into.
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Early flight? Breakfast is available until 11am with options including fluffy waffles, French toast bites, chicken and waffles drenched in maple syrup as well as traditional cooked breakfasts and American-style bagels.
Those travelling later in the day can tuck into smash burgers, chicken wings, loaded hot dogs, gooey mac and cheese and even a BBQ platter complete with ribs, corn and wings.
There’s also a menu specifically designed for the little ones, featuring waffles, beans on toast and scrambled eggs on toast, alongside burgers, chicken tenders and mac and cheese throughout the day.
And if you fancy a drink before take-off, because it wouldn't be a trip to the airport without a tipple, Monty’s has that covered too.
There's freshly poured pints on offer as well as cocktails, or you can have the proper American experience with a 'hard shake' - their classic thick milkshakes but made boozy.
Images: The Hoot Leeds
The space has been decked out in style, so much so that you'll forget you're in Yorkshire and think you've popped into a diner on Route 66.
Classic booth seating, red neon signs, hanging globe lights, all complete with a retro jukebox which you can even pop a song on.
Open all-day long, from the first flight til the last, next time you're jetting off make sure to make Monty's part of your holiday routine.
You can find out more about Monty's at Leeds Bradford Airport here.
Sophie Smith -
24th November 2021 
