Livin' Italy brings the flavour of Italy to Granary Wharf- so why not let them host that belated Christmas party?
If you didn't manage to make it to your Christmas do in December and you feel as if you missed out, worry no more. Italian restaurant, Livin' Italy have got a January menu that is bringing all the festive cheer into the new year- and at a great price too.
Vegan options are available. / Image: Livin' Italy
There's three menus to choose from, and you just need a minimum of six people to join you at the dinner table to make the most of the offer. Either served buffet style or as large sharing platters for those that still want to enjoy a party atmosphere and an informal dining experience, guests have complete control on what they order.
The restaurant itself has a series of beautifully designed, versatile areas make this venue suitable for parties of all sizes, whether you are after a sit down meal in our restaurant or an informal evening in our lounge area- there's room for up to 120 to party.
There's festive favourites like Stuffed Turkey Roulade on the menu with chestnut cream and roast potatoes, as well as winter warmers like the Double Tuscan Sausage Burger, with fried aubergine, silky mozzarella Stracciatella, fresh basil and homemade pesto with two grilled Tuscan sausages.
Long time vegans and Veganuary first timers will be welcomed with a menu of tasty plant-based pizzas, fried polenta and more. The Pizza Don't Call Me Vegan is made up of a plant-based mozzarella and tomato sauce and topped with wild mushrooms and plant-based spicy 'Nduja.
Pizza Don't Call Me Vegan Pizza. / Image: Livin' Italy
In true Italian spirit, sharing is essential so feast your eyes and drool over the selection, however you choose to party away the January blues.
But if you do just want to go in for an intimate sit down meal, you'll be welcomed with just as much enthusiasm. Top of our list of recommendations on the regular menu is the carbonara pizza: because who wants to choose between carb cravings?
Read More:This Leeds restaurant is serving carbonara topped pizzas.
Traditionally made from eggs, hard cheese, cured pork, and black pepper, the age-old favourite of carbonara has made its way onto the menu for good reason- if anything we can’t believe it’s not come to Leeds sooner. A white-sauce base with creamy cheese, parmesan and cured pork meat makes up this tasty meal that will no-doubt have foodies flocking in by the masses.
If you’re ready to live life more Italian and try out the latest authentic cuisine and party like it's 2021, visit the Livin’ Italy website or head over to their restaurant on Granary Wharf.
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 -
5th January 2022 
