Popular Leeds restaurant House of Fu have opened up their new and groovy outdoor terrace just in time for Summer.
If you haven't been to House of Fu yet then first of all, where have you been? And second of all, you need to go now.
Since opening their pastel pink doors in July 2021, they have become a firm foodie favourite amongst Leeds locals and it is no surprise why.
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Serving up authentic Japanese cuisine in the form of comforting ramen, vibrant rice bowls and handmade gyoza, the food is bursting with flavour and is unlike any other you will find around the city.
What sets them even further apart from the rest is their beautifully bespoke tableware which is handcrafted just a ten minute walk away from the restaurant by local ceramic studio, Sunken Studios.
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Oh and if that's not enough, they have an ultra-cool karaoke bar on the first floor followed by an exclusive cocktail lounge on the second floor. We can only assume that if there was another floor, that staircase would take you straight to heaven.
Well the guardian angels at Fu are back again with another incredible offering, a secret outdoor terrace serving up frozen cocktails and groovy vibes just in time for summer.
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From Friday - Sunday, take a pew at one of their wonderfully multicoloured tables and sip on one of their frozen cocktails to cool you off in the tropical sun. Choose from a Yuzu Margarita or a Pina Colada slushie, or opt for one of their other delicious cocktails such as a Whiskey Highball or a Gin Yuzu Spritz.
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Feeling a bit peckish? No problem. Luckily for you, you're in the backyard of a top ramen bar who can serve up some goodies to go alongside your beer or tipple of choice. Order the sharing platter of 24 gyoza and the Fu-Fried Chicken with Japanese mayo and you're ready to rock and roll.
Basque in the sunshine and groove to one of their resident DJs who will transport you into the night as the hanging fairy lights illuminate the space.
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To find this secret paradise, go through the entrance of Headrow House and to the back of House of Fu. Open from 4pm on a Friday and from 2pm on the weekends, this is sure to be the new summer hotspot in Leeds.
The North’s favourite Mexican restaurant is arriving in Leeds.
You've met Salon Madre, but have you met her older sister Madre?
This fabulous new restaurant is bringing a taste of Mexico to Leeds, and after making a name for themselves over in Manchester you already know it's going to be good.
By day, Madre is a laid-back space designed for relaxed lunches and by night, it transforms into a lively restaurant serving a menu that celebrates the breadth of Mexican cuisine.
Expect everything from rich Oaxacan-inspired moles and salsas to Baja-style mariscos and Sonoran grilled meats.
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At the heart of Madre is the Mexican tradition of sobremesa - the art of lingering at the table long after the meal is over. It’s all about good food, great drinks and even better company.
Madre’s famous Taco Tuesday will also be heading to Leeds, launching on Cinco de Mayo and running every Tuesday thereafter, guests can enjoy two-for-one tacos all day, every Tuesday.
Madre joins its sister venue, Salon Madre - the lively tequila bar and taqueria- which opened just a few weeks ago. Just a few minutes walk apart, the two spots are perfectly paired for a full day or night out.
We're talking dinner at Madre followed by a few margaritas and a couple games of pool at Salon Madre - class.
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Co-founder Sam Grainger, inspired by extensive travels across Mexico, says: “Mexico is alive with passionate artisans and cooks, mastering everything from street tacos to regional delicacies. It’s a world where traditions blend and evolve, and we’ve built that ethos into the heart of Madre.”
Madre Leeds will be located on Wellington Place and will officially open its doors next Friday 17 April, you can book your table here.
Take a look inside the huge Tulip Festival that’s just opened in Yorkshire with over one million tulips
Clementine Hall
Farmer Copley's Tulip Festival is back and it's just as beautiful as we remember.
Spring has officially sprung and with it, so does Farmer Copley's iconic Tulip Festival that officially opened last Sunday.
Based in West Yorkshire, nestled between Pontefract and Featherstone, the Copley family really know how to get you feeling ready for the season ahead.
Just moments after entering the festival, we can assure you that winter will feel like a distant memory.
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Spanning over 8 acres, Jack and the team have planted over 600,00 tulip bulbs consisting of 100+ different varieties of all shapes and colours that arrived directly from the Netherlands.
In addition to the 500,000 planted last year, that means there's over one million tulips to enjoy - now that is pretty impressive if you ask us.
Varieties include Carnaval de Rio, Tom Pouce, Gavota, Lily Flowering Mix, Blushing Appledorn, Wedding Dress and Rodolfo.
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The festival includes five sections that have been split by 5 metre walkways enabling the best customer interaction in the field.
There's two dedicated pick your own areas where a mix of bulbs have been planted to ensure that visitors have a wide range of tulips to explore, pick from and create the perfect bunch of tulips. How lovely is that?
Of course there's plenty of photo opportunities, fairground rides and a bar to enjoy the view with a tipple or two.
This really is the perfect family-friendly day out and with the weather looking gorgeous (for now), we'd take the opportunity to see the tulips looking their best whilst you can.
The festival is on until Sunday 3 May 2026, with tickets starting from just £9.
To find out more and to book your ticket, take a look at Farmer Copleys website. We'll see you in the tulip fields.
Clementine Hall -
13th July 2022 
