There's nothing quite like grabbing a pint in a cosy bar, watching the world go by as the water taxis speeding up and down the water.
The weather outside has got all of Leeds on the hunt for warm and inviting spaces that leave the frost at the door- and preferably supplies a range of seasonal food and drinks to warm up with.
Calls Landing has been long known for its flourishing drinks scene, and now SALT Calls Landing has brought a brand new addition- with some seriously tasty options that are perfect for the changing of the seasons.
Having just opened last month, the new bar is certainly one to check out. SALT has combined the best of its on-tap cocktails and beers to life with quick service, friendly staff and a wide range of unbelievable flavours that offer, as well as bringing in a huge new range of tequilas and foodie options too.
This is the ideal spot to unwind after a hard day's graft in the city centre and as a Saturday night watering hole to bring the weekend to life. The combination of intimately lit interiors, comfy seats and huge selection of drinks means no matter what day of the week you're in, you'll feel right at home.
You'll spend hours tucked away here without realising. / Image: The Hoot Leeds
The food selection truly embodies the meaning of 'winter warmers'. All lovingly made by The Pie Hole, expect copious amounts of thick gravy with pies, poured over delicious pies stuffed with classic fillings like peppered steak and ale; cheese and onion; chicken, bacon and mushroom; slow roast pork and cider or opt for the inventive slow cooked chicken curry, or veggie-friendly sweet potato, caramelised onion and goat's cheese selection.
The pork pies also come highly recommended. Make your way through flavours like black pudding and apple; hog roast and chilli jam and ham to find your new favourite combo.
There's also crispy turnovers with pork meatballs and tomatoes; potato hash, beans and cheddar; and the classics, but none-the-less exciting, cheddar and smoked bacon.
Served as a full meal with creamy mash and mushy peas, or as a standalone snack, foodie options here start from a fiver, making it the ideal spot to tuck into some grub without breaking the bank (and don't we all need that right now).
All pies come with thick, moreish gravy. / Image: The Hoot Leeds
Drinkwise you're just as spoilt for choice.
We reckon there's one of the largest tequila selections in town here.
Choose from imaginative cocktails and perfect serves bringing new life to the trendy spirit, including the oak-aged Patron Añejo, which combines notes of vanilla, raisin, honey, caramel and a smokiness that's seriously moreish - and that's just the beginning.
Check out the gin selection, as well as the renowned SALT 'on-tap' cocktails for some of the speediest service in town. We're talking Passionfruit and Espresso Martinis, Rum Punch and (our favourite) the sweet Strawberry and Rhubarb Cosmos.
The 'on-tap' cocktails here are unreal. / Image: The Hoot Leeds
There's also every ale and lager you've come to know and love from SALT brewery available too for those that prefer their long-standing favourites wherever they go.
Ask at the bar to find out the latest on their ever-growing selection of brews before grabbing a nestling down into a cosy corner for the evening, view of the gorgeous Leeds canal included, of course.
Feature Image - The Hoot Leeds
AD
News
Team behind Headrow House and Belgrave to take over and reopen Woodside just one year after opening
The foodie-favourite restaurant and bar is now under new management.
The eagle-eyed amongst you may have noticed that Woodside has sadly been closed for a few months.
We certainly have, and ever since December we've had a Woodside Sunday roast-shaped hole in our hearts that's been gasping for one of their glorious Marmite glazed parsnips.
But luckily, it has now been confirmed that Woodside isn't going anywhere as Superfriendz, the team behind Headrow House, Belgrave and many other top Leeds spots will be taking over. Hallelujah.
Images: The Hoot Leeds
Woodside opened at the end of 2024 from the owners of The Brunswick and The Melbourne.
Labelling itself as a 'neighbourhood eatery and bar', Woodside quickly became a favourite amongst Leeds foodies and was known for its smoked meats, great cocktails and stellar Sunday roasts (do I need to talk about the parsnips again).
The menu was fresh and innovative, with oysters topped with kiwi granita and an incredibly garish banana split standing out as highlights.
Images: The Hoot Leeds
We hope that the new management continues to maintain Woodside's brilliance, but mainly we're just so glad that it's sticking around.
Superfriendz take care of a whole host of spots in the city, including proper Leeds favourites Headrow House, Belgrave Music Hall and Waterlane Boathouse.
Announcing the news to Instagram, Woodside said: "After a longer-than-expected winter break, Woodside is back and will reopen on Thursday 19th March!
"Your favourite neighbourhood bar and eatery returns with the same warm welcome, but an all new management team.
"We can’t wait to see you so keep your eyes on our socials for news on great food and drinks, big screen sports, quizzes and more.
"We’d also like to thank Sam and the original team for all the hard work that went into setting-up the venue. We hope we can do it justice."
A new female-founded business has opened in Leeds and it’s a trinket-lover’s paradise
Clementine Hall
Lisa Angel has just opened inside the Victoria Gate and it’s an Aladdin’s Cave full of jewellery, prints, gifts and everything in between.
The best part? It’s a female-founded brand that has chosen our wonderful city for their first Yorkshire site. We absolutely don't blame them.
Founded in 2004 by Lisa hand making jewellery which she sold at craft fairs local to her Norfolk home, the business has gone from strength to strength every since.
The brand is now a recognised part of the British high street landscape, boasting seven other stores across Norfolk, Suffolk, and the Midlands.
Images: The Hoot Leeds
Shoppers can expect beautifully handcrafted jewellery, unique trinkets and wonderful staff who are open to have a natter.
It's the perfect shop for when you don't exactly know what to buy that someone special, just pop in here and you'll be hit with a wave of inspiration immediately.
We could've genuinely spent a good hour in there and come out with a much lighter wallet.
Lisa herself spoke about the opening: “As an independent retailer, we are thrilled to launch in a destination with such a reputation as Victoria Leeds.
"We believe retail should remain grounded in inspiration and discovery, and we look forward to bringing just that to the vibrant city of Leeds, in our first store in the north.”
Images: The Hoot Leeds
Managing Director James Moody said: “We're incredibly excited to be opening our first northern showcase store in such a prestigious location.
"Victoria Leeds represents exactly the kind of vibrant retail destination where we can bring the full Lisa Angel experience to new customers. This is a significant milestone for us as we continue to grow our retail presence."
Sophie Smith -
26th January 2023 
