Lewis Carroll fans will soon be able to visit an immersive Alice in Wonderland pop-up bar at a secret location in Leeds.
Fans for the book series (or Tim Burton's 2010 reimagining) will be able to disappear down their very own rabbit hole soon enough as part of this fantastical 90-minute experience.
Suspended in an alternate reality, guests at The Alice Bar will be greeted by their very own Mad Hatter who'll preside as host - encouraging them to mix their own enchanted teapot cocktails and offering them a special 'eat me' cake, just like in the book.
Hidden
Diving through the looking glass into the magical fantasy world of Alice, where you'll meet the March Hare, solve riddles and challenges just like Alice, paint the roses red and maybe even play some croquet with flamingos (not real ones, though).
Decked out with floating tea pots, fairy lights, characters from the book and kitsch tea party decor, if you're lucky you might even manage to wake the dormouse and convince him to give you a story.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vOfWwxRW1u4
With a provisional date set for the pop-up bar to run from 1st July to 22nd October, guests are being asked to register their interest in tickets by signing up for the Wonderland Bar's release here.
Disclaimer – No flamingos will be hurt during the course of this adventure.
Eats
A brand-new frozen yoghurt bar is set to open in Leeds this spring
The frozen yoghurt craze is on its way to Leeds as Kefiyo is set to open in Headingley very soon.
It's a phenomenon that has caught the attention of the TikTok girlies, with frozen yoghurt bars popping up in Manchester and going viral online.
The ice cold sweet treat is supposedly 'healthy' and with a slogan of 'eat Clean. feel Light. live Better.' - this new spot in Leeds seems to be going down that route too.m
Kefiyo will be opening in the old Sixes site on Ash Road in Headingley, and although we don't have a confirmed opening date we've got a feeling they'll be 'scooping' very soon.
The space is already sporting a super cute pastel green and pink exterior, and it's exactly matching the aesthetic that you'd expect with froyo.
Kefiyo will offer a range of frozen yoghurt flavours with a whole bunch of toppings for you to customise to your tastebuds, as well as fresh acai bowls.
Situated slap bang in the centre of Headingley, we've got a feeling it'll be very busy with students on their way to their morning lecture or at night for those looking for a sweet treat that doesn't feel too naughty.
We'll keep you updated on more Kefiyo updates as and when we find out.
But in the meantime, you can keep an eye on their socials here. We'll see you soon for a scoop Leeds.
A popular Caribbean street food restaurant is coming to Leeds this spring
Clementine Hall
Get ready to enjoy a taste of the Caribbean as Jerk Junction is gearing up to open in Leeds.
The street food favourite has made waves in the foodie scene over in Manchester and Liverpool, so it's only right that its making its way into Trinity Kitchen.
Jerk Junction specialises in authentic Caribbean flavours, from dumplings and jerk chicken to curried goat and rice and peas, it's all flame-grilled and packed with island spices.
It is expected to open this spring.
Image: The Manc Group
Steven Foster, Centre Director at Trinity Leeds, said: “We’re so excited to be welcoming Jerk Junction to Trinity Kitchen and we’re sure it will prove very popular. Bringing an authentic Caribbean flavour to Leeds, it’s the perfect new addition and complements our already stellar line-up of street food vendors.”
Jake Shaffi, founder at Jerk Junction, said: “Jerk Junction is all about real Caribbean food and culture. Everything we do is rooted in Jamaican tradition, from bold spices and authentic cooking to dishes that bring people together.
“For us, food is family. From our kitchen to every person who comes to our counter, we want people to feel the warmth, the energy and the spirit of the islands. We can’t wait to bring those authentic flavours and good vibes to Trinity Kitchen.”
The announcement follows news that the UK’s largest independent boutique bowling brand Lane7, and footwear retailers schuh and Footasylum, would be opening at Trinity Leeds later this year, whilst the LEGO Store will be relocating to a larger space within the shopping centre.
Georgina Pellant -
11th May 2021 
