Sweet-toothed shoppers are in for a treat as Trinity Leeds launches 'Pick Your Mix' this summer.
Fizzy cola bottles, strawberry bon bons, flying saucers...there really is nothing better than a delicious bag of pick 'n' mix.
And now to our delight, Trinity Leeds shopping centre will be dishing out free sweets as part of their 'Pick Your Mix' installation on the top floor.
Every day from Saturday 12August 2023, ‘Pick Your Mix’ will feature super-size DJ decks being installed underneath the main atrium, where guests can listen to top summer tunes and fill up free goody bags with sweet treats to take home.
Hungry shoppers can choose from 40 varieties – from flying saucers and foam shrimps to bon bons, milk bottles and gummy bears.
A giant 4-metre-high arch way filled with giant sweets will act as the perfect selfie spot for guests.
Trust us, it really is a sight to behold.
Guests can also whack on a pair of headphones and groove to their own silent disco, choose from three different playlists to listen to, from ‘Sweet Rock’ – packed with rock ‘n’ roll tunes – to ‘Fizzy Pop’ for a pop party theme, or ‘Sour Beats’ for some of the best Ibiza anthems.
Steven Foster, Centre Director at Trinity Leeds, said: “There’s a super sweet surprise in store for shoppers as we’re celebrating the summer in style with live DJs, music, selfie spots, silent discos and pick ‘n’ mix.
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“We always like to mix it up at Trinity Leeds and our ‘Pick Your Mix’ events will be an ideal summer treat for our guests.”
The ‘Pick Your Mix’ events will be held outside Marks and Spencer every day from Saturday 12 August to Monday 28 August, from 10.30am to 6pm Monday to Saturday, and 11am to 5pm on Sundays.
So grab your mates, the kids, or just yourself and grab some free sweets...it would be rude not to.
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 summer.
Ireland’s famous fast food phenomenon, the spice bag, has landed in Leeds Kirkgate Market
Clementine Hall
You can now grab the ultimate hangover cure at our very own Kirkgate Market.
And it comes from none other than The Fisherman's Wife - a Leeds institution that has been serving up fantastic fish and chips for over 60 years.
But now, they're turning their attention to spice bags.
If you have no idea what we're talking about then allow us to fill you in. And we'd recommend pouring yourself an ice cold glass of water, because it's about to get real salty up in here.
The spice bag is an Irish delicacy that is often devoured after a few Guinness on the streets of Dublin, for example.
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It consists of shredded and battered chicken, chips, onions and peppers - all deep fried, loaded into a bag and tossed in lashings of salt and pepper seasoning.
Oh, and of course dipped or lathered in a sauce of your choosing. The classic being curry sauce, obviously.
It's been available in Leeds once before at a pop-up in Trinity Kitchen, but now The Fisherman's Wife is here to make them a permanent option for anyone with that salty craving.
You've got a couple of flavours to choose from too, including peri-peri, plain, salt & chilli and of course the classic salt & pepper.
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You can then add a drizzle of sriracha, curry sauce (obviously) or sticky honey if you're looking for that sweet and salty balance.
The best part? They're selling these for just £6.50.
So next time you've had a few too many the night before, get yourself to The Fisherman's Wife inside Leeds Kirkgate Market's food hall and get yourself a spice bag. You'll be cured in no time.
Clementine Hall -
10th August 2023 
