Whether you're partaking in Veganuary or just overdid the meat over Christmas and want a few plant-based meals to balance it all out: the Manahatta January menu is full of delicious vegan treats.
Known as one of Leeds' finest cocktail bars, the lavish Greek Street bar is well accustomed with providing customers with the finer things in life: food and drink included. So given Veganuary is just around the corner, the company have decided to take their menu to the next level and include additional plant-based meals for all to enjoy.
From Tuesday 4 January 2022, the Manahatta menu will feature the industry leading Beyond burger: fully loaded with Oumph! vegan protein, plant-based cheese and chipotle mayonnaise.
This decadent dish can still be enjoyed guilt-free as Beyond prides themselves on producing healthy meat substitutes that are free from soy, GMOs, hybrid foods, and refined sugar.
Manahatta’s BBQ nachos can also be devoured knowing that they are making a limited climate impact.
Topped with Oumph! vegan protein, one of the most sustainable meat substitutes out there, these nachos are topped with vegan cheese, spicy jalapenos and zesty salsa- delicious and good for the planet.
The Vegan BBQ Nachos are the plant-based version of the original beef-flavoured nachos. / Image: Manahatta
These exceptional dishes are available alongside the classic vegan All American hot dog, which has been a staple at Manahatta for quite some time- it always makes an appearance on the bottomless brunch menu.
These meals are good for you and the earth, making Manahatta the ideal spot to tuck into a January meal out- especially as the bar will be offering 50% off all food throughout the month.
The half price deal will only apply during specific periods and does not include Saturday bookings, so make sure to reserve a seat at the table in advance to guarantee 50% off your Veganuary feast.
You'll also find the glamourous New York Inspired cocktail bar on Merrion Street and in Headingley, where the same delicious offers apply. Other venues include Manchester, Birmingham, York and Harrogate.
An independent açai bowl pop-up is opening a permanent cafe in Leeds city centre.
It seems the açai bowl trend isn't over just yet, and we're absolutely not mad about it.
The aesthetically purple frozen treat isn't just delicious, but is also known to have numerous health benefits making it guilt-free and the perfect post-workout pick me up.
You may remember Açai Social Club that opened as a pop-up in the Victoria Quarter last year, and now they're moving into a permanent spot in the city centre.
Run by a lovely husband and wife duo who have spent the last 15 months exploring cafes around the world, it's safe to say they know exactly what they're talking about.
Their açai is made with the very best ingredients, topped with the freshest fruit and sprinkled with their homemade granola - it doesn't get much better then that does it?
Announcing the very exciting news to Instagram, they said: "Açai Social Club is getting a home. Our very first store is officially on the way! We’ve been working behind the scenes to create a space that’s more about than just açai.
"What started as an idea is finally becoming something you can walk into…There’s still a lot we’re keeping under wraps for now, but we’re so excited to finally share the beginning of what’s to come.
"We can’t wait to open our doors and welcome you in. Your new neighbourhood social club, coming soon."
The exact location of the cafe and its opening date is still under wraps, but we'll of course keep you updated as and when we find out.
The Leeds Supper Club bringing people together over incredible food
Clementine Hall
What started as a simple idea around food has grown into something much bigger for Leeds Supper Club.
The idea was born from a love of food and the idea that eating together can be about much more than what’s on your plate.
Rather than simply going out to a restaurant, Leeds Supper Club puts connection at the heart of its events, bringing people together to share incredible food and enjoy an evening in good company.
We had the pleasure of attending their most recent event where we had the most wonderful evening with founders Lizzie, Phillip and the rest of the club.
Images: The Hoot Leeds
This instalment was a very special one, as it was in collaboration with Knotfield Vine over in Horsforth.
I mean, it really doesn't get more scenic than this - we really felt like we'd been whisked away to the South of France rather than a Leeds suburb. But we wouldn't want it either way.
Images: The Hoot Leeds
What makes it a cut above the rest is the details. Every little detail has been thought out, from the low-lit, sexy lighting, hand-made name plates, live music and four courses of wonderful seasonal goodness made fresh.
From enjoying a glass of wine within the vines alongside a couple of nibbles to tucking into a three course meal around a candle-lit table, there's really nowhere else like it.
Images: The Hoot Leeds
The tagliatelle pasta with beef and whipped feta was a real highlight, and knowing Lizzie and Philip receive help on the menu and the cooking from all their friends made it taste that much sweeter.
By the end of it we'd had some delicious food, fabulous wine and shared even better conversation. And it's safe to say we left feeling a part of the club.
Keep an eye on their Instagram page here for all upcoming events.
Sophie Smith -
29th December 2021 
