With an expensive Christmas behind us and the anxiety of not knowing what 2022 will hold, it feels almost as if nobody quite wants to go into the New Year. We'll all be digging a little deeper in our pockets over the next few weeks, but thanks to Almost Famous, there's no reason we should have to go without eating out and enjoying a well-deserved burger.
Only a month ago, the popular Leeds restaurant declared that they have found the ‘best burgers ever’, and although they might be a little bias, their juicy burgers haven’t failed us yet, so we were happy to take that risk.
Changing their production method to produce tender fall-apart burgers, the menu now consists of the brand's best burgers to date- including new Juicy Double burger.
The Juicy Double is all about the flavour. / Image: Almost Famous Leeds
This burger is all about the flavour. It strips back all the extras to let you concentrate on the ‘juiciness’ of the burger, but what it makes up in added toppings, it more than makes up for in flavour. Plus, its double in size, which helps.
Double cheese, double burger patties and double sauce: the Juicy Double is the best way to try the new Almost Famous burgers, just don’t forget to double up the rest of your dishes for a true supersize meal.
There are plenty of other burgers to choose from though, including their classic Blame It On the Whiskey burger.
Blame it on the Whiskey burger. / Image: Almost Famous Leeds
Double cheeseburger, wonderdusted waffle fries, chipotle hot honey, BBQ pork, crispy pepperoni, jalapeño and onion, bacon bacon mayo, redneck BBQ with cholula- this is an epic concoction of flavours you won't want to miss out on.
Of course, you'll need something to pair with these epic burgers, and the loaded fries from Almost Famous come almost exclusively with bacon rain- a highly recommended treat.
If this doesn’t make you want to get off the sofa after New Years Eve, we don’t know what will. The Great George Street location will be offering this unreal deal throughout the entire of January, but booking is always advised to avoid disappointment.
If you want to try one of the most delish burgers around at half the price (or two for the price of one, no judgement here), then book your seat at the table on the Almost Famous website.
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A new açai cafe promising to be Leeds’ ‘neighbourhood social club’ is opening soon
An independent açai bowl pop-up is opening a permanent cafe in Leeds city centre.
It seems the açai bowl trend isn't over just yet, and we're absolutely not mad about it.
The aesthetically purple frozen treat isn't just delicious, but is also known to have numerous health benefits making it guilt-free and the perfect post-workout pick me up.
You may remember Açai Social Club that opened as a pop-up in the Victoria Quarter last year, and now they're moving into a permanent spot in the city centre.
Run by a lovely husband and wife duo who have spent the last 15 months exploring cafes around the world, it's safe to say they know exactly what they're talking about.
Their açai is made with the very best ingredients, topped with the freshest fruit and sprinkled with their homemade granola - it doesn't get much better then that does it?
Announcing the very exciting news to Instagram, they said: "Açai Social Club is getting a home. Our very first store is officially on the way! We’ve been working behind the scenes to create a space that’s more about than just açai.
"What started as an idea is finally becoming something you can walk into…There’s still a lot we’re keeping under wraps for now, but we’re so excited to finally share the beginning of what’s to come.
"We can’t wait to open our doors and welcome you in. Your new neighbourhood social club, coming soon."
The exact location of the cafe and its opening date is still under wraps, but we'll of course keep you updated as and when we find out.
The Leeds Supper Club bringing people together over incredible food
Clementine Hall
What started as a simple idea around food has grown into something much bigger for Leeds Supper Club.
The idea was born from a love of food and the idea that eating together can be about much more than what’s on your plate.
Rather than simply going out to a restaurant, Leeds Supper Club puts connection at the heart of its events, bringing people together to share incredible food and enjoy an evening in good company.
We had the pleasure of attending their most recent event where we had the most wonderful evening with founders Lizzie, Phillip and the rest of the club.
Images: The Hoot Leeds
This instalment was a very special one, as it was in collaboration with Knotfield Vine over in Horsforth.
I mean, it really doesn't get more scenic than this - we really felt like we'd been whisked away to the South of France rather than a Leeds suburb. But we wouldn't want it either way.
Images: The Hoot Leeds
What makes it a cut above the rest is the details. Every little detail has been thought out, from the low-lit, sexy lighting, hand-made name plates, live music and four courses of wonderful seasonal goodness made fresh.
From enjoying a glass of wine within the vines alongside a couple of nibbles to tucking into a three course meal around a candle-lit table, there's really nowhere else like it.
Images: The Hoot Leeds
The tagliatelle pasta with beef and whipped feta was a real highlight, and knowing Lizzie and Philip receive help on the menu and the cooking from all their friends made it taste that much sweeter.
By the end of it we'd had some delicious food, fabulous wine and shared even better conversation. And it's safe to say we left feeling a part of the club.
Keep an eye on their Instagram page here for all upcoming events.
Sophie Smith -
24th December 2021 
