Rosa's Thai is bringing its traditional Thai cuisine to the streets of York this month.
Located on the major shopping street in the heart of York, Rosa's Thai is setting up a permanent home in the historic city just minutes from The Shambles. 1-3 Coney Street will play host to the new Thai restaurant, opening for a soft launch on Monday 30 May, before officially launching just in time for the double bank holiday weekend on Wednesday 1 June 2022.
To mark the occasion and offer ample opportunity to test of Rosa's Thai in York before the masses roll in, the restaurant chain is offering a huge 50% off on both Monday 30 May and Tuesday 31 May 2022.
Founder Saiphin Moore's signature Thai dishes will all be available to sample: from fiery drunken noodles to creamy massaman curry, this is set to bring plenty of flavour to your usual early week antics.
Diners can get 50% off their bill during the soft launch period. / Image: Supplied
Bookings are highly recommended for what's set to be a sell-out affair in York.
The 80-cover restaurant is steeped in York's beautiful old architecture and has found an effortless equilibrium between contemporary touches of lacquered tile detailing, modern Bangkok comfort with plush seating and traditional York finishes like exposed brick and time framing.
Rosa's Thai Restaurant in Spitalfields, London hints at what the interior in York might look like. / Image: Supplied
From humbled beginnings on London's Brick Lane in 2007 as a market stall, founder and celebrated Thai chef Saiphin Moore started by serving up her family-honoured recipes before opening a restaurant in nearby Spitalfields just a year later.
Fast forward to 2022 and there are 28- soon to be 29- Rosa's Thai restaurants across the UK, including one here in Leeds.
In fact, General Manager Mumu and Head Chef Moi, a husband and wife duo that have been an integral part of the Rosa’s Thai family since its launch in Leeds back in 2019, will be heading up the new York location.
Rosa's Thai will have 29 locations across the UK by June. / Image: Supplied
Of the launch, Managing Director Gavin Adair said: “We’re delighted to bring Rosa’s Thai to York this May - it has been a long time coming and we can’t wait to showcase Saiphin’s delicious Thai dishes to the local community.”
Those visiting the York restaurant can expect to see familiar Thai dishes including fan-favourite pad Thai and comforting green curry, as well as Rosa’s cult favourites from drunken noodles and vegan and vegetarian offerings like fluffy sweetcorn cakes with kaffir lime and rich butternut red curry with sweet basil.
All of Rosa's Thai favourites will be on the menu, with 50% off during the soft launch period. / Image: Supplied
Yorkshire's favourite vintage retailer has just opened a permanent store in Leeds city centre.
Following the huge success of its temporary pop-up shop in Leeds Trinity, Glass Onion is back with a bang having moved into a larger, two-floor space in Leeds city centre.
They've taken over the old Levi's site on Lands Lane and wow is it a beauty.
Glass Onion’s journey began in 2005, when founder John started selling vintage clothing out of his grandma’s coal shed in Barnsley.
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They opened their first retail store in Sheffield in 2019, quickly becoming a local favourite and their commitment to quality and sustainability has earned them “Best Indie Retailer in Sheffield” and “Best Vintage Retailer in Sheffield” at the Exposed Magazine Awards for three consecutive years.
If you're a fan of Y2K fashion then you're going to absolutely love their new shop, the entire top floor is dedicated to the era complete with rails stacked with baby tees, long skirts and iconic accessories.
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There's also an incredible selection of cowboy boots which we've got our eye on.
Downstairs you'll find a huge selection of big-name brands like The North Face, Nike, Levi’s, Adidas, and Harley Davidson, along with an exclusive Rare Archive section - home to some of Glass Onion’s rarest vintage finds.
There's loads of changing rooms so you'll never find yourself queueing, and the prices won't break the bank.
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Opening tomorrow Wednesday 18 March at 12pm, Glass Onion are offering free VIP tickets where shoppers will be treated to first entry as well as freebies and vouchers from Leeds indies and entry into a competition to win a £100 Glass Onion voucher to spend on the launch day.
Korn announce huge Leeds gig on first UK tour in a decade
Daisy Jackson
Korn have announced a major Manchester gig as part of a new UK tour – their first in more than a decade.
The nu metal legends will be heading to the First Direct Bank Arena later this year, making a monumental return to British shores.
And they’ve announced very special guests will be joining them on the tour too – support will come from Architects, as well as Youth Code.
Korn burst onto the scene back in 1991 with their seminal self-titled debut album, and have gone on to release a whopping 14 studio albums.
The Californian group have sold more than 40 million albums worldwide, collected two Grammy Awards, and headed out on countless world tours.
They’re often cited by newer bands as a major influence and have pushed the limits of the rock, alternative and metal genres.
The Ringer has described Korn as ‘a genuine movement in a way bands cannot be now’.
As well as performing in Leeds, Korn will play at venues across the UK including in Manchester, Birmingham, Newcastle, and London.
They’ll be joined by Architects, a British metalcore band who have continued to top the charts even after the tragic death of founding member, guitarist, and principal songwriter Tom Searle.
Korn will be at our very own First Direct Bank Arena on Monday 26 October, with pre-sale tickets available from Tuesday 17 March at 8am, before a general on-sale from Friday 20 March at 8am.
Run, don't walk - as we reckon these tickets will fly off the shelves.
Sophie Smith -
9th May 2022 
