Whether you're partaking in Veganuary or just overdid the meat over Christmas and want a few plant-based meals to balance it all out: the Manahatta January menu is full of delicious vegan treats.
Known as one of Leeds' finest cocktail bars, the lavish Greek Street bar is well accustomed with providing customers with the finer things in life: food and drink included. So given Veganuary is just around the corner, the company have decided to take their menu to the next level and include additional plant-based meals for all to enjoy.
From Tuesday 4 January 2022, the Manahatta menu will feature the industry leading Beyond burger: fully loaded with Oumph! vegan protein, plant-based cheese and chipotle mayonnaise.
This decadent dish can still be enjoyed guilt-free as Beyond prides themselves on producing healthy meat substitutes that are free from soy, GMOs, hybrid foods, and refined sugar.
Manahatta’s BBQ nachos can also be devoured knowing that they are making a limited climate impact.
Topped with Oumph! vegan protein, one of the most sustainable meat substitutes out there, these nachos are topped with vegan cheese, spicy jalapenos and zesty salsa- delicious and good for the planet.
The Vegan BBQ Nachos are the plant-based version of the original beef-flavoured nachos. / Image: Manahatta
These exceptional dishes are available alongside the classic vegan All American hot dog, which has been a staple at Manahatta for quite some time- it always makes an appearance on the bottomless brunch menu.
These meals are good for you and the earth, making Manahatta the ideal spot to tuck into a January meal out- especially as the bar will be offering 50% off all food throughout the month.
The half price deal will only apply during specific periods and does not include Saturday bookings, so make sure to reserve a seat at the table in advance to guarantee 50% off your Veganuary feast.
You'll also find the glamourous New York Inspired cocktail bar on Merrion Street and in Headingley, where the same delicious offers apply. Other venues include Manchester, Birmingham, York and Harrogate.
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.
Sophie Smith -
29th December 2021 
