Four new cocktails are available at All Bar One as part of their collaboration with Hotel Chocolat.
If you thought that the Leeds foodie scene was all set for Christmas, think again.
All Bar One have just launched a range of festive cocktails with none other than confectionary giants, Hotel Chocolat.
The new menu mixes Hotel Chocolat's 'Velvetised™ Cream' with traditional Christmas flavours like clementines and salted caramel and boozy flavours like rum, vodka and amaretto.
All Bar One boasted on their website that the cocktails are 'every chocolate and cocktail lover's dream'. The brand-new range are truly the epitome of Instagrammable cocktails and there are four luxurious flavours to choose from.
All Bar One X Hotel Chocolat cocktails. / Image: All Bar One
The Chocolat Martini is a great starting point. Think Hotel Chocolat Velvetised™ Chocolate Cream blended with indulgent De Kuyper Crème de Cacao, Havana Club rum, milk and cocoa powder.
Plus, its served with a milk chocolate shard and chocolate flakes to make it feel like a cross over of a hot choc and sophisticated cocktail.
Forget dessert wine or After Eights, The Midnight Tiramisu will be your favourite new post-dinner drink.
Made from Hotel Chocolat Espresso Martini Velvetised™ Cream with a kick of Tia Maria, Disaronno amaretto and oat milk; this delicious dessert-drink is finished with a milk chocolate shard and a dusting of cocoa powder.
It really is the season of chocolate orange and Hotel Chocolat X All Bar One are giving Terry a good run for its money and the Clementine Chocolat Martini is just one example of this.
We're talking about a creamy concoction of Hotel Chocolat Salted Caramel and Clementine Velvetised™ Cream with Cointreau, milk & cocoa powder. Finished with an orange swirl garnish for a citrusy twist and, of course, the signature milk chocolate shard and chocolate flakes.
Clementine Chocolat Martini cocktail. / Image: All Bar One
The final cocktail, the Mint Royale is no humbug.
The after-dinner pick-me-up features Hotel Chocolat Mint Chocolate Velvetised™ Cream, Ketel One vodka, salted caramel syrup and oat milk. Topped with a milk chocolate shard, chocolate flakes and a mint leaf garnish.
Priced from just £9.95 each, chocolate and cocktail lovers can gather at All Bar One for these tempting treats seven days a week.
If you want to be able to recreate these mesmerising cocktails at home, the All Bar One team are also holding cocktail masterclasses to teach you how to shake and stir all year round. Priced at £30 per person, this experience should be booked in advance to avoid disappointment.
For more information, visit the All Bar One website.
"After years of late nights, strong cocktails, and incredible stories; The Maven will close its doors"
It's a sad day for the Leeds night life scene, as a beloved speakeasy bar has today announced that it will be closing its doors for good.
The Maven has been a firm favourite for many years with those looking to enjoy some experimental and expertly made cocktails.
Hidden behind an unassuming door at the top of Call Lane, it was a great spot to visit if you were looking for something that little bit special.
Announcing the news to their social media, The Maven said: "From the bottom of our hearts we thank you for being our guests over the years and promise that until then, we'll do our best to give you the best nights out on Call Lane."
Luxury Leeds steakhouse to undergo huge £1.2 million renovation
Clementine Hall
Leeds restaurant The Cut & Craft has announced further expansion plans for the spring.
Swanky all-day dining restaurant and bar, The Cut & Craft, is expanding its popular Leeds site, investing a whopping £1.2 million to create a new adjoining elegant bar, lounge and private spaces.
Located within the former historic Collinson’s Cafe, the renovation will transform the former neighbouring Paul Smith store, to extend the existing brand offering.
The extension will celebrate the original beauty of the space, whilst acknowledging the legacy of Wallace Hartley - a talented musician who played at Collinson’s Cafe in the early 1900s before his role as bandleader on Titanic during its maiden voyage.
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The Grade II-listed building’s features including its iconic glass dome, stained glass and circular central bar will remain, with the addition of two beautifully designed private dining rooms.
The extension is due for competition this spring and will transform the existing venue into a space with seating for an impressive 370 covers.
Oscar Akgul, CEO at The Cut & Craft said: “Planning for this new chapter began within the first year of opening. By year two, it was clear that we required additional space to serve the city’s appetite for The Cut & Craft’s signature hospitality.
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“The brand’s deep affinity with the Victoria Quarter and the heritage of the building played an essential role in the decision to grow here.
“We want to thank our regular guests and everyone who has joined us at The Cut & Craft Leeds since opening and we look forward to entering this exciting new chapter with you all.”
Sophie Smith -
25th November 2021 
