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A top London chef is bringing a taste of the Caribbean to Roundhay
Forget winter warmers, transport yourself to the Caribbean through the cooking of top London chef Dom Taylor as he takes up residency at Chophaus, Roundhay.
Capture that feeling of eating in the winter sun with the new Caribbean menu from Chophaus.
Typically known as a steakhouse, the popular Roundhay restaurant have brought Dom Taylor, a top London chef, to provide guests with Caribbean food with plenty of flavour and soul.
Creating traditional island dishes, Dom will take up residency at Chophaus from Monday 29 November and the restaurant can't wait to see his menu come to life.
The popular chef visited Chophaus for a one night event but the restaurant "couldn't resist" bringing his flavours back to Rounday.
The new Caribbean menu is packed with flavour. / Image: Chophaus
Operation’s Director of Chophaus, Dale Wynter, explained:
“Dom has an incredible reputation and his food isn’t just about filling bellies (though it does that too), but it is about telling a story and letting people try Caribbean food who may not have had the opportunity before.
The menus are creative, yet traditional and it’s great that he will be introducing something new to the people of Leeds.
The flavours are amazing and the menu is sure to put a smile on everyone’s faces.”
The three-course menu will be a feast for the senses, with the likes of ackee and saltfish cakes with scotch bonnet mayo and jerk chicken skewers with plantain jam available to sample.
The classic curry goat and banana blossom stew are both set to be a firm customer favourite, given the effortless fusion of flavours transport you to a faraway Caribbean setting.
The leafy suburb of Roundhay will also host a range of traditional Caribbean dishes like rice and peas, chilli, coriander and lime dressed plantain.
The Caribbean menu will be available from Monday 29 November. / Image: Chophaus
Those with a sweet tooth can explore exotic flavours of sorrel and ginger jelly with a tropical fruit salad and pina colada tart, a pineapple and coconut take on the classic cocktail, on the dessert menu.
Speaking about the takeover, Executive Chef Dom Taylor says: “ With a Jamaican mum and St Lucian father, cooking Caribbean food evokes real nostalgia in me and I want to share that with other people.
I’m looking forward to the takeover at Chophaus. I think it will be a lot of fun. The food is traditional Caribbean food, but with my own personal twist so it’s definitely a little different to what you would normally expect to find at this particular restaurant. I’m sure everyone who comes along to the takeover will really enjoy it.”
The Caribbeanmenu comes with a set three-course price of £45, but vegans are able to dine for just £30.
A popular restaurant chain has closed permanently in Leeds city centre.
Popular pizzeria Franco Manca has closed its Leeds restaurant.
The chain was famed for its relaxed atmosphere, quick service and affordable sourdough Neapolitan pizzas that were on offer for as little as a fiver.
The chain occupied the site on the outskirts of Trinity Shopping Centre on Trinity Street, next door to Itsu and overlooking the back entrance of Marks and Spencer.
Hoardings have now gone up, signifying the site is now empty and Franco Manca has permanently closed.
Image: The Hoot Leeds
This can also be seen on Google when searching for the restaurant branch.
It was announced earlier this year that a number of Franco Manca's restaurants would be closing across the country.
This was down to a reconstructing plan approved by creditors for the chain. The brand said it had been knocked by “disproportionately high” UK taxes and a lack of business rates relief for hospitality.
Marcel Khan, chief executive of parent firm Fulham Shore, said at the time: “We are grateful for the support shown by our creditors today.
“Franco Manca is a fantastic brand with a strong heritage and loyal customer base. With this agreement in place, we will put the business back on a firm footing and press ahead with strengthening our customer offer and performance.”
The Leeds brand was not included in the initial list of restaurant closing, but it seems further closures were made.
Miami-inspired Leeds bodega to open second site in Horsforth following huge success of first
Clementine Hall
A sandwich shop in Leeds is expanding to the suburbs.
Famed for it’s toasted Cuban sandwiches, stacked subs and loaded breakfast bagels - Alfonsos Deli has made a name for itself for serving some of the best sandwiches around the city.
Such a good reputation in fact, that they’ve just announced a second location over in the leafy suburb of Horsforth. Get in.
Currently, you'll find Alfonso's in the Grand Arcade where their light-filled and airy space is slinging out sandwiches non-stop until sell-out.
Images: The Hoot Leeds
It's not just sandwiches, though. They're also serving up fantastic Cuban coffee, beer and even Cuban cigars.
Basically, it's everything you'd expect to find in a deli in Miami.
The team shared the news of the expansion on social media, confirming that a brand-new Horsforth site is on the way.
While an official opening date is yet to be revealed, the announcement has already sparked plenty of excitement among loyal customers, many of whom have been calling for a second location since the deli first opened.
Alfonso's has built a devoted following in Leeds, with its signature Cubano sandwich becoming a firm favourite, while its breakfast bagels draw queues of hungover punters through the doors.
The move to Horsforth marks the next chapter for the independent business, bringing its popular menu to a whole new neighbourhood. And they're in fantastic company too, in a suburb that is flourishing with independent local businesses.
If the success of the Grand Arcade site is anything to go by, the new deli is likely to be just as busy from day one. More details, including an opening date and the full menu, are expected to be announced in the coming weeks.
Good luck to the team, we can't wait to check it out.
Sophie Smith -
16th November 2021 
