There's a bar in Leeds that's gone and created its own 'fish and chip' martinis - and we need them in our lives immediately.
Salt and vinegar might not be the first thing you think of when you're dreaming up your perfect martini, but now we've heard about it we can't stop thinking how much we want to try one.
Made with smoked Salmon infused gin, dill-infused dry vermouth, a pinch of sea salt, and lemon zest, we think you'll agree these 'fish and chip' martinis actually sounds very, very fit.
This is another cocktail The Hedonist has created inspired by 99p ice cream cones / Image: Pour Moi/Hedonist Drinks
They've been created by Hedonist drinks, who've teamed up with swimwear brand Pour Moi to create four special cocktails that bring back memories of our most nostalgic British summer moments.
As well as a 'fish and chips' martini, they've also created a '99 Mr. Softee cone-inspired drink called the '99 Ice Cream Dream', a retro Twister ice cream lolly-inspired 'Twisted Tipple', and a 'Burnt BBQ Sour' - which is inspired by exactly what you think. Burnt BBQ sausages.
The burnt BBQ cocktail draws in smokey flavours using mezcal, balanced with a mix of sweet apple cider, lime and muscovado sugar. Garnished with a thyme sprig, it's the most elegant burnt BBQ beverage we've ever seen.
The Burnt BBQ Sour cocktail created by The Hedonist for Pour Moi / Image: Pour Moi/Hedonist Drinks
'Twisted Tipple' meanwhile is actually frozen, coming as a grown-up version of the childhood Twister lolly favourite. There's two layers, one of gin, one of rum, made with extras like pineapple juice, melon liqueur and strawberry syrup.
The best bit about all of these new drinks? You can make them all at home.
The 'Twisted Tipple' is set to be a home freezer favourite / Image: Pour Moi/Hedonist Drinks
“It has been so much fun creating these cocktail recipes," said Michael Thomson, founder of Pour Moi.
"We know our customers love to enjoy a cocktail by the pool on their holidays, so we thought we’d create some new and original tipples for them to try that celebrate the Great British summer holiday.
"Some of the recipes are a bit out there, but that’s what makes them so fun – they’ll certainly be a talking point of your summer garden or pool party!”
To check out all the recipes including the 'fish and chip' martinis, take a look on Pour Moi's website here.
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A new açai cafe promising to be Leeds’ ‘neighbourhood social club’ is opening soon
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.
Inside FaceGym – Leeds’ newest facial fitness studio loved by celebrities
Clementine Hall
We hope you're ready for your workout, because FaceGym has landed in Leeds.
You may be wondering...what on earth is Facegym? And to be fair, you've got a point.
FaceGym, as they themselves describe it, a 'non-invasive fitness studio concept for the face' using high-intensity facial massage, hand manipulation, and electrical muscle stimulation technology to tone, lift, and sculpt the face without surgery.
Sounds pretty fancy if you ask us, and it feels just as fancy from the moment you step through the door.
Images: The Hoot Leeds
Unsurprisingly, it's loved by celebrities worldwide who are looking to get snatched and ditch their gua sha.
Currently occupying five standalone stores in London, one in Cambridge as well as a pop-up in Space NK in Selfridges Manchester, FaceGym will be opening this Friday 18 September inside the coveted Victoria Gate, taking over a 1,772 square foot studio.
Images: The Hoot Leeds
The space really does look like a gym, ditching the standard beauty salon aesthetic for an American-style gym interior complete with the iconic red FaceGym balls all over the place.
A signature sculpt costs £110 for a 45 minute treatment, so it's definitely a treat if you're looking to have skin that can reflect the sun and cheekbones for days.
Images: The Hoot Leeds
Angelo Castello, chief executive at Facegym, said: “We’re incredibly excited to bring Facegym to Leeds and to open in the beautiful Victoria Gate. The city has a thriving beauty, wellness, and retail scene, making it the perfect location for our next studio.
“We’ve seen growing demand from customers across Yorkshire, and we can’t wait to introduce even more people to the benefits of facial fitness.”
You can find out more and book a treatment at FaceGym via their website here.
Georgina Pellant -
27th July 2021 
