One of Headingley's most popular restaurants are now hosting a weekly bottomless brunch just in time for summer.
Heaney & Mill, located on Otley Road in Headingley, was founded in 1966 as a photography studio by Ken and Wendy Heaney. Still owned by the same family and operating on the same site, they reopened as an independent restaurant and cocktail bar in 2017.
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Since then they have gone from strength to strength and have built up a fantastic reputation of serving homemade, traditional British dishes made with the highest quality ingredients from trusted local suppliers.
To our delight, they are now hosting a weekly Bottomless Brunch every Saturday and we cannot wait to get down there.
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The offer will take place from 12 - 5pm every Saturday and includes one dish from their brilliant brunch menu and 90 minutes of free-flowing booze, all for just £29.95 per person. We can't think of any better way to kick off the weekend, can you?
The menu includes a range of pizzas made with their speciality, homemade dough as well as other British classics such as the Heaney & Mill fish and chips consisting of triple cooked chips and the fresh catch of the day.
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There's also a huge range of vegetarian dishes on offer such as the macaroni cheese and basil pesto gratin, the luxurious truffle cheese and leek tart and the vegan cheese burger served with skin-on fries.
For drinks you can pick from unlimited prosecco, house lager, house wine or Aperol Spritz. You have 90 minutes to enjoy these delights and the last available sitting is at 3:30pm.
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As well as a beautiful dining room characterised with exposed brick walls lined with framed photographs from it's days as a photography studio, they also have a recently opened sun terrace making this the perfect brunch to enjoy over the incoming summer months.
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For more information, including how to book a table at Heaney & Mill's new bottomless brunch, take a look at the restaurant's website.
A newcomer to the Leeds foodie scene has been added to the coveted Michelin Guide.
You may remember back in April when a Leeds icon was reborn under a different name.
The Smithfield took over the site that was home to The Reliance for more than two decades, and it's safe to say it exceeded expectations.
The team transformed the site to its former glory, taking the site's exterior back to its memorable dark red. But the efforts to recapture the essence of the iconic old venue go way beyond that.
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The Smithfield, a collaboration between Crooked Brewing and Chef James Donovan, offers simple dining with seasonal food and natural wines.
It's the sort of place where you can rock up for a plate and a glass people watching through the huge window on North Street, or really get stuck into a sharing pie and chips with friends on a Saturday afternoon.
Either way we love it, and it seems we're not the only ones as The Smithfield has been added to the Michelin Guide just five months after opening.
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Announcing the great news to Instagram, The Smithfield said: "We’re very pleased and grateful to have been included in the Michelin Guide.
"To get this kind of recognition so early in our journey is a real honour, and one we certainly don’t take for granted.
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"Thank you to our wonderful guests for your continued support. Also, huge thanks to our brilliant team. The Smithfield is what it is because of your hard work, enthusiasm, energy and diligence. This recognition belongs to you.
"We’re just getting started, and our focus remains the same: creating a welcoming space for our community, serving food and drink we’re proud of, championing great British and local produce, and contributing our small part towards Leeds’ brilliant hospitality scene. The Smithfield."
Iconic Betty’s Tea Room wins gold at 2026 Great British Food Awards
Clementine Hall
Betty's Tea Room has been named among the nation's best by experts.
If you live in Yorkshire, then you will know about Betty's Tea Room.
Its a real institution at this point, known for their exceptional service, exquisite food, beautiful window displays and the iconic cake trolley.
We all know their products are top tier, but they've just had even more recognition at the 2026 Great British Awards.
Announced in London, Betty's won gold for their Yorkshire Shortbread Biscuits which were judged by Cherish Finden, internationally renowned pastry chef.
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Judging in the Sweet Biscuits category was led by Cherish Finden, best known as a judge on Bake Off: The Professionals.
She said: "A well-made traditional shortbread with a lovely buttery flavour, balanced sweetness and a subtle touch of salt that enhances the overall taste. The delicate, crumbly texture makes it particularly pleasant to eat.
"Overall, it is a very enjoyable and satisfying shortbread. I could eat the whole packet with a cup of tea."
Gavin Johnson, head of bakery operations at Bettys Craft Bakery, said: "We are incredibly proud that our Yorkshire Shortbread has been awarded a Gold Medal at The Great British Food Awards 2026.
"This recognition reflects the enduring values of Bettys, the finest ingredients, best quality, traditional craftsmanship and a deep connection to our Yorkshire roots.
"Most importantly, the award belongs to the talented bakery team, whose skill, passion and care go into making our Yorkshire shortbread every day.
"Their commitment to excellence helps ensure that our products reflect the heritage, quality and attention to detail that customers have associated with Bettys for generations."
Clementine Hall -
28th June 2022 
