In the days where a bottomless brunch might set you back the best part of forty quid, it's refreshing to see an unlimited foodie offering that focuses on quality without bringing sky-high prices to the table.
And in what now appears to be a monthly special of unlimited cheeses on offer, this is hopefully one of many all-you-can-eat cheese nights to come for Leeds this year.
Combining eight different variations of cheddars, reds, whites and blues, Homage2Fromage is joining forces with to bring Leeds a night that we could only dream of.
Unlimited cheese will be served for a whopping two and a half hours, and there's absolutely no limit on how many crumbly bits, hard or soft cheeses you reach for.
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The next event is on Thursday 13 April 2023, with a night celebrating all things Italian.
"Italy - the originator of so much amazing cheese - from the big, hard ones, to squishy, sultry ones, delicious blues, gentle subtle flavours and textures. So many contrasts, such quality, and the source of some of the world's greatest cheese!"
"All you can eat! 8 Cheeses - plus crackers, chutney and all the trimmings... There will be score sheets and tasting notes..."
"With a short presentation to talk you through the cheese you have been eating – this is an amazing way to find out more about lovely Italian cheese!"
Accompanied by a selection of breads, chutneys, fruits and crackers, there truly will be everything needed for a truly cheese occasion.
This isn't a snobby cheese night for those that know the difference between a quartz cheese and a brie, it's all about bringing people together to have a sensory and social experience that foods like cheese can offer.
Homage2Fromage is a Leeds-born company that was born out of a random conversation on Twitter in 2011 by owners Nick and Vickie. The two created what is now known as Homage2Fromage in our own city before expanding to the likes of Sheffield, Harrogate, Manchester and now you'll even find them in the capital too.
And so if the wealth of cheese isn't enough to speak to your stomach, perhaps the temptation of a free drink on arrival and the opportunity to meet like-minded foodies will have you logging onto the Homage2Fromage website to grab your ticket.
Tickets cost £20 each and include unlimited access to the cheese buffet from Homage2Fromage and can be found here.
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Leeds’ first sauna and ice bath cafe is coming to the city centre this spring
Get ready to take the plunge Leeds, as a community-led sauna and ice bath concept is on its way.
Hidden behind a railway arch in Saxton Gardens, Kontrast is gearing up to bring its popular sauna and ice bath concept to the city.
Following the huge success of its Manchester site, Kontrast Leeds will combine saunas, ice baths and a cafe designed to bring wellness into everyday life.
The Leeds space will feature two traditional saunas, one infrared saunas and four ice baths each varying in temperature between 3 and 13 degrees.
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Plunge pools can be enjoyed solo or shared, depending on what guests choose, giving people the opportunity to shape each session around exactly what they need that day.
To suit different moods and preferences, Kontrast Leeds will include both a social sauna and a silent sauna, giving guests the option to come for conversation or reflection.
Single sessions will cost just £12 for 45 minutes, with 90-minute sessions from £20.
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Known for making sauna and ice feel more accessible, welcoming and community-driven, Kontrast has grown beyond regular sessions to become a base for recurring events. These include their live ambient DJ set event, Unwind, which celebrates local talent, and their weekly run club, both of which the team hopes to bring to Leeds as part of building a similar sense of community in the city.
The Leeds site builds on everything the team has learned from Kontrast in Manchester.
Alongside the core sauna, Ice, cafe offering, the new site will include improved facilities, more spacious sauna provision and additional ice baths meaning more room for people to get involved.
Leeds city centre crowned one of the best places to live in the north by The Sunday Times
Clementine Hall
Today, Leeds city centre earned itself a coveted spot in the annual Sunday Times Best Places to Live guide.
What brilliant news to end the week on, hey?
Leeds city centre was amongst eight other locations across the north and the north east to be featured on the list.
The market town of Skipton took home the dazzling first prize, but it's still nice to be included isn't it.
Here's what the judges had to say about Leeds city centre: “Leeds has five universities, the fourth largest urban economy in the UK (with job opportunities in finance, insurance and big business), a youthful vibe and a relatively affordable average house price (£285,100).
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“Stay close to the centre, where you won’t have to worry about the patchy public transport, and it all adds up to a fun-filled, fulfilled life within walking distance of stylish shops, cafés, bars and restaurants. There’s a good choice of riverside homes, where you may spot kingfishers and otters, and even the schools are good.”
In total, 72 places across the UK were selected by The Sunday Times to showcase the very best of Britain, with Norwich named the overall national winner.
The full list of locations in the north and northeast include:
Skipton
Howardian Hills, North Yorkshire
Leeds city centre
Morpeth, Northumberland
Newcastle: Gosforth
Saltburn-by-the-Sea, North Yorkshire
Slaithwaite, West Yorkshire
York
Helen Davies, editorial projects director and Best Places to Live editor, said: “This guide is a great opportunity to highlight the best places in Britain.
“It is full of places that show that our village, town and city centres can still be full of life, as well as places bursting with natural beauty, culture, connectivity and most importantly a sense of community.
“Our expert team of judges visit every location on the list and talk to the locals to find out what they love about the place they live."
Sophie Smith -
23rd March 2023 
