A bar in Leeds is selling giant steins of Pornstar martinis and we are just a little bit obsessed.
For those who feel like one Pornstar is just never enough, we've got some great news - BOX Bar in Leeds is selling its Pornstar martinis by the litre.
Yes, you read that right. A litre of sweet passionfruit, booze and pineapple goodness in a stein. And it only costs £25.
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Even better, the bar serves them all on tap - meaning there's none of that waiting around whilst you watch the bartender try and make twelve martinis at once for you and your friends. Rather, they can be poured out straight away, giving you more time to sit and catch up with the squad.
As well as the Pornstar Martinis, you can also get giant steins of other fruity cocktails like 'Mega Mule', 'Caribbean Crush' and 'Mambo No. 5'. Although they are billed as sharers, there's no obligation to actually share them - you can order one for yourself and we, for one, definitely won't judge you for it.
The 'Mega Mule' combines Tanqueray gin, elderflower, cucumber, lemon, sugar and ginger ale for a refreshing gin-based cocktail that gives a little added warming kick thanks to the ginger.
The 'Caribbean Crush', meanwhile, encourages you to "party like a pirate" with a mix of lime, cinnamon, Bacardi Cuatro rum, passion fruit, vanilla and pineapple.
And in a nod to Lou Bega, the 'Mambo No. 5' combines Hendrick's gin, strawberry, lemon, and a strawberry and lime cider encouraging you to get a "little bit of gin in my life".
Image: BOX Bar
BOX Bar has two sites in Leeds, one in the city centre and another out in Headingley. The sports bar also sells giant beer towers alongside its massive cocktail steins, perfect for sports fans who don't want to make multiple trips to the bar whilst watching the football.
To find out. more and book, head over to the BOX website here.
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Big name restaurant closes Leeds city centre site after seven years
A popular restaurant chain has closed permanently in Leeds city centre.
Popular pizzeria Franco Manca has closed its Leeds restaurant.
The chain was famed for its relaxed atmosphere, quick service and affordable sourdough Neapolitan pizzas that were on offer for as little as a fiver.
The chain occupied the site on the outskirts of Trinity Shopping Centre on Trinity Street, next door to Itsu and overlooking the back entrance of Marks and Spencer.
Hoardings have now gone up, signifying the site is now empty and Franco Manca has permanently closed.
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This can also be seen on Google when searching for the restaurant branch.
It was announced earlier this year that a number of Franco Manca's restaurants would be closing across the country.
This was down to a reconstructing plan approved by creditors for the chain. The brand said it had been knocked by “disproportionately high” UK taxes and a lack of business rates relief for hospitality.
Marcel Khan, chief executive of parent firm Fulham Shore, said at the time: “We are grateful for the support shown by our creditors today.
“Franco Manca is a fantastic brand with a strong heritage and loyal customer base. With this agreement in place, we will put the business back on a firm footing and press ahead with strengthening our customer offer and performance.”
The Leeds brand was not included in the initial list of restaurant closing, but it seems further closures were made.
Miami-inspired Leeds bodega to open second site in Horsforth following huge success of first
Clementine Hall
A sandwich shop in Leeds is expanding to the suburbs.
Famed for it’s toasted Cuban sandwiches, stacked subs and loaded breakfast bagels - Alfonsos Deli has made a name for itself for serving some of the best sandwiches around the city.
Such a good reputation in fact, that they’ve just announced a second location over in the leafy suburb of Horsforth. Get in.
Currently, you'll find Alfonso's in the Grand Arcade where their light-filled and airy space is slinging out sandwiches non-stop until sell-out.
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It's not just sandwiches, though. They're also serving up fantastic Cuban coffee, beer and even Cuban cigars.
Basically, it's everything you'd expect to find in a deli in Miami.
The team shared the news of the expansion on social media, confirming that a brand-new Horsforth site is on the way.
While an official opening date is yet to be revealed, the announcement has already sparked plenty of excitement among loyal customers, many of whom have been calling for a second location since the deli first opened.
Alfonso's has built a devoted following in Leeds, with its signature Cubano sandwich becoming a firm favourite, while its breakfast bagels draw queues of hungover punters through the doors.
The move to Horsforth marks the next chapter for the independent business, bringing its popular menu to a whole new neighbourhood. And they're in fantastic company too, in a suburb that is flourishing with independent local businesses.
If the success of the Grand Arcade site is anything to go by, the new deli is likely to be just as busy from day one. More details, including an opening date and the full menu, are expected to be announced in the coming weeks.
Good luck to the team, we can't wait to check it out.
Georgina Pellant -
30th November 2021 
