The news comes just weeks after winning a spot on the prestigious Top 50 Bar Awards.
Much loved bar space The Hedonist announced over the weekend that the bar would be closing its doors on Briggate so that the company could focus efforts on their many ongoing projects and sister companies.
Following on from the original success of The Hedonist Project, the company has continued to bring Leeds an ever-changing concept bar, where every few months the space would be transformed to focus on a new character, drinks or design.
The cocktail bar has been popular amongst locals looking to get away from the city lights and find cosy corners to while the night away, cocktail in hand for quite some time, so the absence of the bar is sure to be noticed on a Friday night.
But it's not all bad news.
The Hedonist, also play a huge roll in Leeds' drinks scene outside of the bar and sister companies Liquor Studios Leeds and Rolling Social Events, who host Leeds Rum and Whisky Fest amongst other exciting events, will continue to thrive within the city centre and beyond.
Image: The Hoot Leeds
The Hedonist will also exist within a events and consultancy business capacity, bringing the standout cocktail combinations loved across the city and beyond - and plan to reopen The Hedonist as a bar "when the time is right".
The news was announced on Friday afternoon, with a full statement on Instagram.
Image: The Hedonist
"This isn't goodbye, merely see you later.
"Our doors are closed & we have ceased trading (in this venue at least) forever!
"We would like to thank all of those who have graced our venue & shared a drink and laugh with us over the years. Friendships and relationships have been forged across the bar that will last forever. You know who you are.
"We have made the decision to focus our attention on these projects for the immediate future & plan to reopen The Hedonist in a new venue when the time is right.
"So don't cry because it's over, smile because it happened. Keep your eyes peeled for when we return.
Leeds health nuts assemble, because acai bowls and superfood smoothies are coming to a city near you.
Incase you've been living under a rock for the past year or so, you may not be clued up on the whole acai bowl trend that has been sweeping up the nation.
Acai is a super berry grown and harvested in the Amazon rainforest, and not only is it absolutely delicious but it has a myriad of health benefits.
Acai and the Tribe first opened four years ago in Manchester, and ever since then it's only gone from strength to strength opening up three other locations across the country.
Images: The Manc Group
Next stop? Leeds. And we couldn't be happier about it.
So, what can we expect from this aesthetically-pleasing and ultra trendy female-owned business? Well, loaded acai bowls that look almost too good to eat, superfood smoothies, coffees, matcha and savoury options like avocado toast.
Announcing the very exciting news to Instagram, Acai and the Tribe said: "You asked, we listened. LEEDS… your new lifestyle arrives soon."
They will be opening on 88 Vicar Lane as part of the Vicar Lane regeneration scheme, which has already scene some great new restaurants being announced such as Sticks'n'Sushi and Dishoom.
It seems like this part of town is suddenly going to be the place to be, and we're very happy to see it.
We'll keep you updated with opening dates as and when we know more but for now, you can find out more about Acai and the Tribe here.
Leeds has been crowned the best city in the UK for foodies outside of London
Clementine Hall
It's fantastic news for our city as Leeds has been crowned one of the best cities in the UK for foodies.
It's news that we've been pretty certain of for some time, but it's still nice to be recognised isn't it?
It comes from a new study carried out by credit card brand Aqua who analysed 30 major UK cities across a range of dining and social media metrics, including cuisine variety, restaurant availability, meal affordability, Michelin recognition and TikTok hashtag volumes.
Coming in at number on was, of course, London.
Images: The Hoot Leeds
With 47 cuisines, 22.5 restaurants per 10,000 residents and 81 Michelin-starred establishments, the capital unsurprisingly continues to dominate the UK’s culinary scene.
But in at number two was our glorious city of Leeds, supported by the highest restaurant density in the study, with 38.5 establishments per 10,000 people, and strong affordability compared with cities in the south.
Images: The Hoot Leeds
We will absolutely take that.
Other northern spots to feature on the list include Sheffield and Bradford in sixth and eighth place.
The top ten UK cities for foodies are:
London
Leeds
Nottingham
Edinburgh
Wolverhampton / Leicester
Sheffield
Birmingham / Glasgow
Bradford / Swansea
Preston
Milton Keynes
Here in Leeds we've got so many fabulous food spots, with new openings cropping up every month it's hard to keep track.
From the multi award-winning Bavette Bistro in Horsforth to the highly acclaimed indie Bundobust that started off in Leeds - you certainly won't find yourself hungry or at a loss for somewhere to eat here.
Sophie Smith -
13th March 2023 
