Chow Down, Leeds answer to outdoor drinking, dining and entertainment is back for 2022- and it’s got a facelift.
Running from Easter until September, there’s going to be so much to enjoy for 2022 at Temple Arches.
The set from former events, like the 2021 Winter Village, has been taken apart and brought back to life for the 2022 season with some exciting additions.
Opening its doors in just a few weeks time, Temple Arches will host a summer themed haven with a new food village, three-tier sun terrace, DJ huts and more.
A nine-hole alfresco crazy golf course will make an appearance for the very first time for those looking to make a tee whilst sipping on cocktails and pints in the sunshine. Named Palm Swings, this is going to be a chilled-out golfing experience unrivalled in Leeds city centre.
Drag brunch is set to return after an overwhelming successful stint in 2021, with a full host of queens ready to take to the hallowed turf stage and perform drag anthems all afternoon and continue into the night as the sunshine turns to violet skies.
Newly-built, ‘The Bay’ area will host all the music and entertainment at Chow Down. The latest addition to the set will host a musical programme each night with headliners like Greg Wilson, The Cuban Brothers, DJ Paulette, Norman Jay, Shades Collective and Mr Wilsons Second Liners all performing throughout the summer season.
Matt Long, Co-Founder of Chow Down is excited for the return:
“Chow Down is back and we couldn’t be any more excited for summer. With our brand new Art Deco concept, we have a host of new additions to our venue and some killer entertainment. We’re kicking off our reopening with a huge weekend- ‘We Are Fierce’ takeover on Good Friday and Norman Jay MBE spinning on Easter Saturday.
“As well as that we’ve got some exciting acts playing throughout the rest of the season, and legendary festival act, The Cuban Brothers join us to set off the summer vibes”.
The idea is that each night will host a different genre: Thursday night will be a live band, Fridays are for DJs, then on the weekend Saturdays will see local musical talent on The Bay whilst Sunday will see these swapped for some of the coolest brass bands around.
Of course, Chow Down’s foodie line-up is equally as important to Leeds as its musical headliners, and this year, there’s plenty of new street food to tempt you over to Temple Arches.
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The first seven weeks will welcome Middle Eastern, North African and Mediterranean food specialists, MorMor take over the food stalls, whilst Sarto, Leeds much-loved pasta and sharers restaurant will bring a one-off menu to Chow Down.Matt
As spring turns to summer, the street food village will add Boro Slice’s Detroit-style pizza slices, Holy Mountain’s renowned BBQ food, Asada Kitchen’s steak and Manchester’s favourite parmo spot, Parmageddon will be joining the venue.
Dave Olejnik, Owner of Sarto has said: “Chow Down has been such a fixture on the Leeds hospitality calendar for so long that we jumped at the opportunity to be a part of it! We’ll be bringing a version of Sarto for the first seven weeks that features all the favourites people have come to know, as well as new ideas and menu items that will allow people to share and enjoy the spring weather”.
Opening Easter weekend, with bookings on sale Thursday 10th March from 9am: get this one in your diary before tickets sell out.
Simon Fogal, Founder of Chow Down has said: “The Winter Village proved the team at New Citizens can pull off an incredible user experience at Chow Down within such space limitations. Spring and Summer will be elevated again, literally. With different levels across the Sunset Club, the Tanqueray Terrace.
“It has me thinking about the sunny days, a few drinks, some golf and incredible food. The Resident Kitchens are back and we can’t wait to see what the chefs come up with through the whole season from“.
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Chow Down will officially reopen on Thursday 14 April, with opening 4.30pm – 11 pm on Thursdays and Fridays throughout the season. On the weekends, the venue will open 12pm – 11pm on Saturdays and Sunday 12pm – 9pm.
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