Less than six months after opening her first cafe in Roundhay, The Savvy Baker is expanding into a second cafe.
It really has been a year of exciting new ventures for The Savvy Baker.
Having originally began back in 2020 as a lockdown brownie-making business, business owner Savannah Roqaa has worked tirelessly to secure her success with endless pop-ups, her first ever cafe opening in March and now, an expansion into a huge second space.
The new Savvy Baker cafe is coming soon. / Image: The Savvy Baker
Announcing the news on Instagram last night, owner Savannah wrote,
"GUYS I HAVE EXCITING NEWS. We’re opening at a second location!!!! Honestly this has happened way faster than anticipated and I’m trying to grow the business as much as possible at the same time as this f*ckin cost of living situation.
"So THANK YOU to everyone that still buys a box a week, that turns up to pop ups, comes for visits at the cafe, orders brownies for all their mates birthdays, even those that just hop on and buy spares boxes, I appreciate you all so much. We’re SUPER excited to announce the new location.. Any guesses where it is? Might be a prize in it for someone that guesses right ".
So far, the post has received a whopping 1,500 likes in the space of fourteen hours with endless congratulatory messages.
The announcement was made last night. / Image: The Savvy Baker
Judging by the photos, this is going to be the biggest of The Savvy Baker spaces to date, with ample seating space to sit down and unwind with a coffee in hand.
And that's before you've even checked out the brownies.
The baked goods here have a cult following for good reason and assumable they'll be taking front and centre attention at the new cafe. We're talking gooey blends of Oreo, Biscoff, caramel cornflakes, even Freddo, Bueno and the good old fashioned plain and simple, chocolate brownie.
The brownies come in ever-changing flavours. / Image: The Savvy Baker
With over 50,000 followers and a fanbase with celebrities like Kalvin Philips and Tyler Denton, The Savvy Baker has been going from strength-to-strength since opening, and we're sure the second cafe will only be another example of why they stock Leeds' favourite brownies.
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Eats
Award-wining Leeds sandwich shop Silver’s Deli to open neighbourhood bakehouse
Silver's Deli is opening up a sister shop, and this time it's about everything baked.
We all know and love Silver's Deli for their stacked subs and breakfast sandwiches that could cure any hangover no matter how severe.
They're so good, that they even bagged the coveted Uber Eats Restaurant of the Year Award last year.
And rightly so, because Silver's is absolutely class.
And it seems there's just no stopping Silver's, as they've just announced that they'll be opening a sister shop named Silver's Bakehouse serving up everything, yep you guessed it, baked.
It'll also be in Farsley where the original Silver's is, and they're labelling the new venture as 'your neighbourhood bake shop'.
Announcing the very exciting news to Instagram, Silver's Deli said: "Well it’s happening. I said no more shops, but it’s kinda necessary, and I just love all things baked.
"There’s waaaaaaaaay too many details to share on this right now, but go give our sister shop @silvers_bakehouse a new follow and hold on tight. This is gonna be fun as fuck."
Images: The Hoot Leeds
Customers can expect a wider range of Silver's goodies that they're unable to whip up in the current space. From soft amaretti biscuits and their famous cookies to sausage rolls and brownies that the team have been working on for 12 months.
We're in no doubt that this venture is going to be absolutely brilliant, and you best believe we'll be first in line to try one of those brownies.
Silver's Bakehouse will be located on Town Street in Farsley and is expected to open this May.
Inside the modern Japanese grill coming to Leeds from the team behind Fern Modern Sushi
Clementine Hall
We've been very excited about this one.
If you know anything about the Leeds food scene, then you'll know the absolute legend that is Chef Fern.
Her first restaurant, Fern Modern Sushi, is a firm favourite amongst locals and visitors alike. Known for their expertly crafted sushi made with the freshest fish on offer.
And now, she's turning her attention to her second venture - Tori Nori.
Images: The Hoot Leeds
Tori Nori is a modern Japanese grill and bar inspired by the bustling izakayas of Tokyo.
Everything is centred around the fiery robata grill where guests can watch the chefs cook everything from grilled fish to delicious yakitori skewers right in front of their very eyes.
All designed to share, this is a place to hang out with friends, enjoy some delicious food and maybe sink a few Japanese-inspired cocktails whilst you're at it.
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Located on Vicar Lane, the space has had a whole refurb and it's looking fantastic. Complete with perfectly moody lighting, plush banquette seating and beautiful Japanese-inspired wallpaper.
The menu features an entire yakitori menu, from cheesy chicken thighs and pork belly to grilled king prawn and Japanese A5 wagyu all grilled over charcoal.
There's also Fern's signature sushi on the menu, as well as big plates to share such as teryaki half chickens and miso lamb chops.
Images: The Hoot Leeds
You just know that everything Fern touches turns to gold but don't just take our word for it, get yourself to Tori Nori and try it out for yourselves.
Tori Nori will officially open its doors on Friday 10 April. Find out more and book your table here.
Sophie Smith -
16th August 2022 
