The London-born pizzeria is expanding, and Leeds is lucky enough to be its next stop.
Yes, we know what you're thinking...another pizza restaurant? And the answer is - absolutely.
Pizza Pilgrims is a popular London restaurant chain who have announced they'll be opening up their next site in our beloved city of Leeds.
Their new restaurant will be opening in the heart of the city, slap bang on Boar Lane in the former Beer Hawk site on Monday 13 November 2023.
Gluten free pizzas will be available. / Image: Pizza Pilgrims via Instagram
And the best part is, ahead of the highly anticipated launch they'll be giving away 1,000 free pizza slices to customers from 12pm on Monday 6 November.
All you have to do is turn up and get munching on the delicious, doughy goodness that the Pizza Pilgrims will be handing out so you can have a taste of what's to come.
Known for their classic Neapolitan-style pizza approach, expect fluffy ‘bready’ bases, slightly charred for that authentic taste, dusted off with fresh tomato marinara sauce and mozzarella – each paired with a different combination of toppings.
Bottomless pizza brunch, quiz nights and DIY pizzas have all been big hits at other Pizza Pilgrim sites. / Image: Pizza Pilgrims via Instagram
The new pizzeria will resemble a Naples piazza scene complete with double height ceilings, shuttered windows, Juliette balconies and no less than a self-serve gelato stand in the centre of the restaurant for customers to create their own sweet treats.
Founder James Elliot spoke about the opening: "My first job in pizza was 15 years ago at an Italian restaurant called Salvo’s in Headingley whilst at uni and it’s great to be back!
“We’re creating a really fun space that will transport people to a holiday in the south of Italy. Pizza is all about fun and so we are excited to be building our most fun pizzeria yet!”
To find out more about Pizza Pilgrims and to take a peek at their menu, take a look at their website.
A much-loved independent restaurant in Leeds has announced it will be closing its doors.
Kuala Lumpur Cafe opened its doors in Headingley in 2019 by Bart and Hirman, who wanted to bring authentic Malaysian cooking to the city of Leeds.
Throughout the years, they'd built up a reputation for their beautiful curries and vibrant street food dishes, all of which were made using Hirman's family recipes.
So much so, that in 2024 they opened a kitchen inside White Cloth Hall in the city centre when the Grade II listed food hall first opened.
Their kitchen sadly closed a year later, but their Headingley restaurant remained open serving the students and locals with their famous beef rendang, nasi lemak and more.
Sadly, Kuala Lumpur Cafe have taken to social media to announce that they will be closing their doors for good as of this Saturday 17 October.
Their statement reads: "Thank you to all our customers and team that made Kuala Lumpur Cafe possible across the last few years. After a long consideration, we have decided that our last trading day will be Saturday 17 October.
"If you have a booking after this date, we'll be calling you over the next few days to try to move it to an earlier date before we close.
"It's been our pleasure to serve Malaysian food to the community. Best regards, KL Cafe."
Of course, in true Leeds fashion, local businesses and customers flocked to the comments to express their sadness and show their support.
One comment reads: "Such a shame. This was genuinely the best Malay food I had outside of Malaysia. Will be missed greatly", whilst another thanks the cafe for "all the delicious food over the years".
If you want to visit Kuala Lumpur Cafe one last time, then you have until this Saturday to do so. Go and wish them a proper farewell.
A Miami-inspired deli serving Cuban sandwiches, stacked subs and cigars has opened in a Leeds suburb
Clementine Hall
After making a name for itself over in Leeds city centre, Alfonso's Deli 2.0 has touched down in Horsforth.
Famed for it’s toasted Cuban sandwiches, stacked subs and loaded breakfast bagels - Alfonso's Deli in Leeds' beautiful Grand Arcade serve up some of the best sandwiches in the city.
They've built up such a good reputation in fact, that they have now opened a second deli in the up-and-coming suburb of Horsforth.
Located in a prime location on New Side Road, this deli has a slightly different look to their original space, complete with a beautiful red awning and stuffed to the brim with American memorabilia.
Images: The Hoot Leeds
Here you can find fresh Cuban coffee which goes wonderfully with their authentic toasted Cubano sandwiches, perfectly crafted with their house-made bread which are then pressed made-to-order.
New for Horsforth, they're now serving New York deli sandwiches on brand-new house schiacciata bread.
And the bread is as fresh as it gets, made in their own bakery downstairs alongside a selection of New York deli bakes.
Images: The Hoot Leeds
Stuffed with toppings such as smoked deli meats, cold cuts, fresh cheese and whatever else you fancy.
Oh and it doesn't stop there, you can also buy a cigar if you fancy it alongside a selection of merch, hot sauces and provisions like tinned fish.
So whether you're stopping by on your way to work for a morning coffee or treating yourself to a stellar sandwich for your lunch, Alfonso's Deli is here to whisk you away to Miami for the afternoon.
Images: The Hoot Leeds
They're officially opening their doors to the public this Thursday 15 October, and we just know it's going to go down and absolute storm.
Make sure to pop down and give them a big warm welcome to the neighbourhood.
Clementine Hall -
2nd October 2023 
