An all-new food festival is making its way to Temple Newsam this weekend and here’s everything you should know before you go.
Brand new for this year, The Temple Newsam Food Festival is happening this weekend and there’s plenty of activities and proper good grub for you to try out.
The festival offers you the chance to treat your tastebuds to some tantalising flavours while blessing your earbuds with a live performance or two at Temple Newsam, situated just on the outskirts of Leeds.
There will be complimentary festival programmes handed out as you enter the food festival which will keep you up to date with all the times for select activities.
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A themed trail will be running on the day titled the ‘Foodie Clue Quest Scavenger Hunt’ which takes you to each of the event’s main attractions.
You’ll also find stilt-walkers and roaming comedy making their way throughout the grounds on the day and you can also learn a new skill or two with axe throwing, circus workshops and more.
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In terms of that all-important food, there’s going to be over 28 different independent food vendors on hand to present your tastebuds with their flavours from all around the world.
Expect everything from carby goodness and street food servings to the ultimate rich and dreamy desserts, this food festival is one you won’t want to miss out on.
This foodie gathering aims to surpass the £151,000 landmark collectively raised for Mind charities across the north so far.
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If you’re able to, the festival is encouraging you to donate via an additional monetary contribution on top of your ticket sale or on-site during the event.
The Temple Newsam Food Festival is taking place across Saturday 16 and Sunday 17 August with remaining tickets and more information available HERE.
Silver's Deli is opening up a sister shop, and this time it's about everything baked.
We all know and love Silver's Deli for their stacked subs and breakfast sandwiches that could cure any hangover no matter how severe.
They're so good, that they even bagged the coveted Uber Eats Restaurant of the Year Award last year.
And rightly so, because Silver's is absolutely class.
And it seems there's just no stopping Silver's, as they've just announced that they'll be opening a sister shop named Silver's Bakehouse serving up everything, yep you guessed it, baked.
It'll also be in Farsley where the original Silver's is, and they're labelling the new venture as 'your neighbourhood bake shop'.
Announcing the very exciting news to Instagram, Silver's Deli said: "Well it’s happening. I said no more shops, but it’s kinda necessary, and I just love all things baked.
"There’s waaaaaaaaay too many details to share on this right now, but go give our sister shop @silvers_bakehouse a new follow and hold on tight. This is gonna be fun as fuck."
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Customers can expect a wider range of Silver's goodies that they're unable to whip up in the current space. From soft amaretti biscuits and their famous cookies to sausage rolls and brownies that the team have been working on for 12 months.
We're in no doubt that this venture is going to be absolutely brilliant, and you best believe we'll be first in line to try one of those brownies.
Silver's Bakehouse will be located on Town Street in Farsley and is expected to open this May.
Inside the modern Japanese grill coming to Leeds from the team behind Fern Modern Sushi
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We've been very excited about this one.
If you know anything about the Leeds food scene, then you'll know the absolute legend that is Chef Fern.
Her first restaurant, Fern Modern Sushi, is a firm favourite amongst locals and visitors alike. Known for their expertly crafted sushi made with the freshest fish on offer.
And now, she's turning her attention to her second venture - Tori Nori.
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Tori Nori is a modern Japanese grill and bar inspired by the bustling izakayas of Tokyo.
Everything is centred around the fiery robata grill where guests can watch the chefs cook everything from grilled fish to delicious yakitori skewers right in front of their very eyes.
All designed to share, this is a place to hang out with friends, enjoy some delicious food and maybe sink a few Japanese-inspired cocktails whilst you're at it.
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Located on Vicar Lane, the space has had a whole refurb and it's looking fantastic. Complete with perfectly moody lighting, plush banquette seating and beautiful Japanese-inspired wallpaper.
The menu features an entire yakitori menu, from cheesy chicken thighs and pork belly to grilled king prawn and Japanese A5 wagyu all grilled over charcoal.
There's also Fern's signature sushi on the menu, as well as big plates to share such as teryaki half chickens and miso lamb chops.
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You just know that everything Fern touches turns to gold but don't just take our word for it, get yourself to Tori Nori and try it out for yourselves.
Tori Nori will officially open its doors on Friday 10 April. Find out more and book your table here.
Thomas Melia -
12th August 2025 
