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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Sheffield’s beloved Baker’s Yard is expanding its Kelham Island site
Tried and trusted Sheffield indie spot Baker's Yard is expanding its Kelham Island site and potentially dropping its "micro-bakery" title.
Opening just three years ago, Baker's Yard has become a sweet-treat staple in its Sheffield neighbourhood, Kelham Island, so much so, the owners have taken to social media to announce some very big plans.
Known for keeping Kelham Island visitors satisfied with their key lime pie and cheesecakes to loaves of bread and freshly baked pastries, now Baker's Yard is expected to continue doing so on a larger scale.
After putting out a call-out post earlier this month to recruit more front of house team members, the bakery waited just one more week before sharing its latest news.
What was once a "micro-bakery" is now about to undergo a particularly large transformation, as revealed in a new announcement via social media by the Baker's Yard team: "Our bakery is growing, into next door!"
Explaining this decision in further detail, the Kelham Island hotspot has said: "You can expect a greater variety of bakes, breads, pastries and cakes, including bespoke celebration and wedding cakes".
Already known for their bakery and coffee shop-hybrid, as well as the bespoke cake services they offer too, now Baker's Yard are covering all bases with an all-new venture.
Life just got a whole lot sweeter, as you'll be able to get your Baker's Yard fix all-day-long with the arrival of a restaurant, with the team promising, "Baker's Yard Bistro, a French inspired neighbourhood eatery" later down the line.
This year has been nothing but positive for this independent Sheffield business, as back in March Baker's Yard found itself included in The Good Food Guide's Top 50 Bakeries in the UK - Huge congrats.
Sheffield's beloved Baker's Yard is expanding its Kelham Island site / Credit: The Sheff
Anyone up for sampling some sweet treats or savoury selections that Baker's Yard has to offer can currently find them at 1 Baker's Yard, Sheffield (and very soon 2 Baker's Yard too) or online HERE - Good luck guys.
Featured Images - The Sheff (supplied)
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The popular Manchester brunch spot serving all things viral is coming to Leeds
Clementine Hall
A brunch spot made famous across the pond is opening a site in Leeds.
If you're a fiend for all things brunch, then this news is going to get you a little bit excited.
Bruncho is known for its brunch dishes that have a real knack for going viral on social media, including New York-style breakfast rolls in croissant bread; fresh coconut water and matcha served in the coconut; and its innovative watermelon sandwiches.
Oh, and they also went viral for serving a Labubu French Toast...but we'll let the photos do the talking on that one.
Images: The Manc Group
They've currently got one site in Manchester city centre with one more almost ready to open its doors, and now they're making their way across the Pennines and opening their first Yorkshire cafe right here in Leeds. Aren't we lucky.
Announcing the exciting news to Instagram, Bruncho said: "We’ve been keeping a HUGE SECRET, but now it’s finally time to share… LEEDS CITY CENTRE WE’RE COMING FOR YOU!!
"Keep your eyes peeled on our socials, we’ll be announcing our opening date SOON!!"
Images: The Manc Group
With queues constantly forming at their cafe in Deansgate, Manchester - we're sure that their weird and wonderful creations will go down just as well here in Leeds.
It's not the first brunch spot to make their way over, with Federal opening on Boar Lane earlier this year that has been packed out ever since.
We'll of course keep you in the loop with opening dates as and when we find out but for now, Bruncho we can't wait to welcome you to our city.
Georgina Pellant -
27th July 2021 
