What better way to celebrate Valentine's than dining in a luxury setting with unlimited Japanese cuisine, fizz and sushi.
Valentine's Day is on the horizon and however you're deciding to celebrate the special occasion, we have the perfect event for you.
Whether you're spending the day with that special someone, cheers'ing to love with your best mates or just after some well-deserved self love, the only way to do it is with lots of delicious food and drink, right?
Well luckily for you, SAKKU Leeds is hosting a special Valentine's dining experience where you can indulge on all of their delicious Japanese-inspired offerings in a sophisticated, beautiful setting.
SAKKU are known for their delicious sushi. /Image: The Hoot Leeds
SAKKU Leeds is known for their impeccable, all-you-can-eat dining concept where guests can tuck into as much food as they want in the given time frame.
And this Valentine's is no exception, in fact if you pick SAKKU as your romantic haunt of choice then you'll also receive a free glass of bubbles on arrival as well as a special sharing dessert to top the night off, what a winner.
So how does it work? Well, it really is simple. Once seated under the magnificent cherry blossom trees at the restaurant, you'll be greeted with an electronic tablet which you can order all your food and drink from. You don't even have to move from your seat or talk to anyone else other than your loved one if you don't want to.
Enjoy a complimentary glass of fizz at SAKKU. / Image: The Hoot Leeds
Why not kick off the meal with a steaming cup of miso soup and a sharing bowl of edamame beans, generously sprinkled with flakey sea salt - both of which go perfectly with the crisp glass of fizz you'll be handed on arrival.
Of course, SAKKU are famous for their sushi and the selection up for grabs on their Valentine's menu certainly does not disappoint. Choose from a selection of classic Nigiri and Sashimi as well as a number of rolls including Hosomaki, Gunkan, Uramaki and Futomaki rolls - all expertly made with perfectly seasoned sushi rice and topped with only the freshest ingredients.
Keep it simple with salmon and tuna or push the boat out with octopus, eel and flying fish roe. If you're not the biggest fan of raw fish then do not worry as there's also a huge array of vegetarian sushi which is equally as delicious.
There’s a dish for everyone at SAKKU. / Image: The Hoot Leeds
And it doesn't just stop there, to go alongside your sushi why not order some crispy gyoza dumplings and a portion of pillowy, delicious bao buns before making your way towards the Japanese grill section of the menu.
We're talking absolutely mouthwatering skewers of Yakitori chicken, chilli king prawns, Sakku spicy mussels and more, all cooked on a specialist Japanese grill.
Other menu highlights include Crispy Squid dunked in Japanese mayo, Chicken and Seafood Yakisoba Udon and everyone's favourite, Chicken Katsu Curry served on a bed of steaming white rice.
Image: The Hoot Leeds
There really is something for everyone to enjoy at SAKKU, and if you're envious of what your partner is devouring opposite you then you can simply order it in a flash via your tablet. Or you can reach over and pinch a bite, we're not judging.
The offer is running from Monday 13 - Wednesday 15 February 2023, lunch service is just £36.95 per person and dinner £48.95.
So what are you waiting for? Grab your loved one and head on down to SAKKU to celebrate Valentine's 2023.
To find out more and to book your table, take a look at SAKKU's website.
You can watch some of the year’s biggest blockbusters for just £4 this weekend.
That’s because, to celebrate National Cinema Weekend (5-6 September), Vue has announced that it’ll be offering cut-price tickets to everything from the latest blockbusters and family favourites, to indie horrors and classic re-releases so you don’t have to break the bank to enjoy the full cinematic experience this autumn.
Some of the highlights currently showing that you’ll be able to see for just £4 include summer hits like Spider-Man: Brand New Day, The Odyssey, and Toy Story 5, as well as the recent release of Ridley Scott’s latest film, The Dog Stars, starring Jacob Elordi.
Family favourites such as Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets,Paw Patrol: The Dino Movie, and Cars will also be screening over National Cinema Weekend.
Meanwhile, horror fans can also catch new releases Insidious: Out of the Further, and indie horror Leviticus, or see the year’s biggest horror hit, Obsession, if you haven’t already.
The best bit about the offer? It applies to every seat on every showing, all weekend long. Just pass us the popcorn now.
This means that film lovers can enjoy Vue’s biggest and comfiest seats, Ultra Lux, which are strategically positioned to give the best possible view of the big screen – with extra-wide armrests, back and leg rests that recline independently, a personal table for snacks and beverages, and a state-of-the-art wine cooler, all for just £4 each.
“We encourage everyone to make the most of the celebration and enjoy a film at Vue.”
National Cinema Weekend returns for 2026 this Saturday 5 and Sunday 6 September, and you can book tickets on the Vue website here.
Major DJ has set cancelled as overcrowding concerns continue at Leeds Festival
Clementine Hall
After closing for the entire second day, The Warehouse stage at Leeds Festival has once again been forced to evacuate.
One of the most anticipated dance acts of the day has been cancelled due to health and safety concerns just moments before the set.
Sheffield DJ Silva Bumpa was due to take to The Warehouse stage today at 1:30pm, but the set was cancelled due to overcrowding.
It's not the first time this has happened at Leeds Festival 2026, as yesterday Omar+'s set was cancelled due to the same issue and the stage was subsequently closed for the rest of the day.
The Warehouse stage is completely new for this year, and supposedly is designed specifically for dance music...which is quite ironic.
Announcing the news to Instagram, Silva Bumpa said: "So so sorry Leeds Fest but due to over crowding my set was cancelled last min I was just behind the stage and got told right before such a massive shame."
Prospa, another prominent DJ who's set was cancelled at Reading on Friday afternoon, spoke up on the situation: "We are disappointed in The Warehouse stage closure at Reading Festival. We were told it wasn't possible to play whilst on the way. This was due to too many people outside the stage.
"We have seen this happen before at larger festivals in the UK. It's time to double the capacity of tents or put dance music on the main stage."
It comes after another dance stage, LS23, was closed mid-set last night due to a health and safety hazard when all the lights suddenly switched off and ravers were forced to evacuate.
If yesterday is anything to go by, we wouldn't be surprised if The Warehouse was closed for the rest of the day which means anticipated sets from Rossi and Mall Grab will also be cancelled.
Clementine Hall -
6th February 2023 
