A naughty erotica-themed cocktail bar, Behind Closed Doors, is opening in Leeds later this month.
The hotly-anticipated new speakeasy has just announced its official launch date - and a £10,000 giveaway to celebrate too.
Behind Closed Doors was first established in Manchester in 2015, with an intimate theme of 'sex, rugs, and funk 'n' soul'.
And now it's heading to Leeds, opening on Call Lane on Friday 23 August.
To celebrate the launch of its second bar, the erotic establishment is holding a sizeable Instagram giveaway of £10,000, with £250 bar tabs available for up to 40 winners.
Although we've not yet peaked behind the curtains at the Leeds branch of Behind Closed Doors, the Manchester bar has given us a good idea of what to expect.
We're talking pleasure-seeking vibes, vintage erotica, mannequins, and even adult TV on the walls, with content dating back as far as the 1960s.
The signature cocktails are similarly cheeky, like the Chocstar Martini (a chocolate espresso martini with a whipped cream top). Its best-selling cocktail is Love Bite, encaptivating pink gin lovers in a raspberry and cucumber slushie; the Penis Colada and Schlong island iced tea.
Behind Closed Doors has announce the opening date for its new Leeds bar. Credit: Supplied
The vintage theme continues. See someone attractive? Customers can pick up the phone located on their table and dial their crush across the bar. Not quite the modern day Tinder, Grinder, or hinge…
Live DJs play boogie, soul and up beat funk all night long.
Nick Parr, the director and creator of Behind Closed Doors, said: "We have a totally unique concept that has to be experienced to be truly appreciated.
"We have designed the space with plenty of seating, an easily accessible bar area, and a dancefloor for our livelier patrons.
"With late nights and DJs every night, excellent drink selection and an atmosphere second to none, a night at Behind Closed Doors is one you won’t forget in a hurry.
"We are very excited to open our doors in time for the summer bank holiday weekend and show the people of Leeds a great time."
Behind Closed Doors will open on Call Lane on Friday 23 August, and will be open seven days a week, including happy hour between 5-7pm.
To enter the £10,000 giveraway head over to @bcdlds on Instagram or click below.
One of the city's best independents is expanding into a bigger premises.
Shokupan on Wellington Street is a proper little gem that food-lovers across Leeds will rave nonstop about if given the opportunity.
Husband and wife team Alan and Alison took inspiration from trips around the world to bring a taste of Japan to the city and over the past few years it's gained a loyal following.
They're famed for their delicious Japanese sandos made with pillow-like fluffy shokupan bread, stuffed with everything from crunchy chicken katsu and flavourful pork to fresh strawberries and whipped cream.
But it's not all just about sandwiches, they also serve rice bowls and katsu curries as well as small bites such as chicken karaage and octopus balls.
Their food is so bloody good, that they've had to find a better location and this time it's slap bang in the city centre on Central Road.
And they're joining brilliant company too, with the likes of House of Koko and Vinyl Grounds as neighbours.
Announcing the very exciting news to Instagram, Shokupan said: "You guessed right…we are moving to Central Road, LS1 6DE. We are nearly there…
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"All the building work is complete and now we are finishing off the decorating. You might also start to see some signage appearing over the next few days…It has been lovely seeing some of our customers dropping by to see us whilst we slowly lose our sanity.
"Powered on caffeine and determination! Not long to go before we can announce our opening date and welcome you through the doors."
We can't wait to check out the new space, keep an eye on their opening date here.
Cult favourite burger chain Burgerism is officially coming to Leeds this August
Clementine Hall
An award-winning burger chain is coming to one of Leeds' suburbs.
If you don't know Burgerism, then get to know.
The Manchester-based burger chain is known by many for its incredible smash patties and quick, reliable service.
Their concept is simple: good burgers made with quality ingredients and cooked fresh to order. Delicious.
And it's not just burgers, they've also got some great wings and fries available too with a range of homemade sauces on offer for dunking, drizzling and devouring. We're a particular fan of the buffalo wings with their garlic ranch dip.
The chain used to have a dark kitchen on the outskirts of the city where people could order via Deliveroo, however this closed down and since then there's been a Burgerism-shaped hole left in our foodie scene.
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Burgerism recently applied to move into a vacant shop unit in Meanwood at 605 Meanwood Road, seeking change-of-use planning permission for the former Papa Johns site which was previously only allowed to serve...well, pizzas.
And the plans have now been approved, which means Burgerism will officially be coming to Leeds. Hurray!
Burgerism's new takeaway will be walking distance from the The Meanwood Tavern, perfect for those looking for some post-pint burgers.
It will be strictly takeaway with no dine-in option available.
The brand-new Burgerism will employ 15 people from the local area with food being served between 11am and 11pm.
We'll keep you up to date as and when we find out more, but for now we're aware that Burgerism Leeds is set to open this August.
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