Oh, the pub. It’s a key piece of our cultural identity here in Britain. We’ve always loved going down the local for a few. And for the past year, we’ve been utterly deprived.
As a result, I think it’s safe to say that as a country we’ve never had more appreciation for the pub than we do right now.
Of course, things are slowly opening back up now. For the first time in months, we can actually go sit in a beer garden to enjoy a pint pulled by someone else. And it’s glorious.
Still, sometimes it's proving hard to get a seat. Or maybe you've been shielding and just don't feel ready to go back out yet.
Either way, If you fancy playing at pub landlord for the day, there’s a pop-up pub company that helps you convert your garden into your very own personal boozer.
Delivering all across West Yorkshire with set-up included, they’ve got pubs for every taste - from classic working men's boozers to a Polynesian tiki bar. You can even add on your own beer pumps and kegs if you really want to commit.
There are four inflatable pubs to choose from: ‘the Tudor’, a large black and white traditional country pub, 'the Swan' and 'the Duck, both brick-style town pubs, and 'the Red Lion'.
The company also hire fun inflatable furniture, including blow-up Chesterfield sofas - an integral part of the pub experience if you ask us.
And you even get your own chalkboard A-board so you can call your pub what you want for the weekend.
The pubs were featured on Loose Women last year after Coleen Nolan put one in her house during lockdown - filling it with five Chesterfields, a pool table, a wooden bar, stools, flat screen TV and even a game of Jenga.
Available for hire for as little as £250 throughout the week, find more information on Cheshire Inflatables website.
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Morrisons has launched a nationwide search for its first Chief Doughnut Tester
Today is National Doughnut Day, and to celebrate, Morrisons is on the look-out for one sweet treat fan to take on a new role.
That’s right – today (5 June) is National Doughnut Day, and Morrisons is officially on the hunt for the nation’s ultimate doughnut devotee with the launch of its brand-new (and delicious) role, The Chief Doughnut Tester – with all glaze enthusiasts, sprinkle connoisseurs, and jam-filled aficionados urged to get applying.
The search is on to crown one lucky fan who’ll take on the dream job of taste-testing their way through the supermarket‘s range of doughnuts.
The Chief Doughnut Tester is more than just a title, Morrisons says it’s ‘serious business’.
Morrisons has launched a nationwide search for its first-ever Chief Doughnut Tester / Credit: Morrisons
The new hire will be tasked with taste-testing doughnuts before they hit the shelves, giving verdicts on new flavours and textures, all in the name of research.
The role will also involve teaming up with Morrisons’ internal doughnut-expert team to develop new and limited-edition treats that’ll be in stores next year.
Crowned as the nation’s definitive doughnut authority, the selected winner won’t just earn the title of Chief Doughnut Tester, they’ll also receive the ultimate of sweet perks – a year’s free supply of Morrisons fresh doughnuts, which the retailer sells more than 1.1 million of weekly.
Fancy it then? Does this sound like you?
Aspiring Chief Doughnut Testers can apply on the Morrisons website here, by filling in a short 200-words about why’re the ideal candidate.
Applications close at midnight tonight (Friday 5 June), so you’ll need to be quick.
Popular New York-style pizza pop-up confirms opening date for first takeaway in Leeds
Clementine Hall
New York-style pizza pop-up, Edges Pizza, is set to open in Leeds.
Last summer you may have had the privilege to enjoy a slice of Edges Pizza at one of their many pop-up residences across the city.
Their longest stint was at the sun-drenched roof terrace of Green Room, and it's safe to say their pizza went down an absolute treat.
Since then they've been a little quiet, but all for good reason it seems.
Images: The Hoot Leeds
Edges will be opening their doors in Leeds city centre on Thursday 18 June in a vacant railway arch at Fourth Court on Bridge Road in Leeds' Holbeck area.
It won't be your average pizza shop though, you'll have to preorder for now but trust us - it's worth it.
Announcing the very exciting news to Instagram, Edges said: "WE FINALLY HAVE an opening date, Thursday 18th June! All pizzas are pre-ordered like we have always done, and are slightly limited for now (still looking for helping hands!!!). The pre-orders will open the day before at 12pm via our Storekit link.
"We’ll be then opening Wednesday to Friday, 4-9pm and Saturday & Sunday 3-9pm. If there are still remaining slots left on the day, you can order up to an hour before the collection time. We have limited seating, for those who travel and would like to eat in. There is plenty of car parking space, to pick up your pizza, too.
"We can’t wait to see you all soon & more importantly, we can’t wait to start making some good food for you again."
We can't wait to get our hands on a coveted Edges pizza slice again, so you best believe we'll be there at the opening with bells on.
Georgina Pellant -
28th April 2021 
