Introducing hubb - the game-changing coffee brand that has joined forces with award-winning SALT Beer Factoryto bring a craft coffee concept to the city.
If you like your coffee and you're keen to try something new, then this exciting opening is definitely one for you.
Hubb coffee bar specialises in nitro brew coffee - a caffeinated trend that has been rapidly growing in popularity worldwide.
Known for its distinctive smooth taste, coupled with a natural sweetness and lower acidity, this is a cup of coffee that you'll want to wake up in the morning for.
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And now, hubb has joined forced with SALT Beer Factory to bring Leeds' its first dedicated nitro brew spot.
Located in SALT Leeds tap on East Parade, the partnership will create a unique craft and coffee experience in the city centre designed to take visitors from early morning until midnight.
Stop by in the morning for the smooth, creamy taste of hubb nitro coffee alongside a freshly baked good or hang about until lunch and taste SALT x hubb's new sandwich menu.
Choose from the New Yorker - a loaded sarnie stuffed with slow-cooked salt beef, mustard mayo and sauerkraut, the Pollo Pesto with chicken breast, pesto and sundried tomatoes or opt for the Mozzarella + Tomato that comes filled with creamy mozzarella, tomato, and salad.
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SALT and hubb are truly creating a space for beer-lovers and caffeine junkies alike, as SALT's impressive selection of craft beers, ales and artisan wines will see you right through past 5pm.
The space has undergone a recent renovation to welcome hubb into the mix, including an extension of the bar and a dedicated space for the coffee to be served.
Hubb Founder and former SALT Managing Director, Dr Nadir Zairi, said: "I am super excited to be teaming back up with my SALT family and bringing the hubb nitro coffee concept to Leeds. By joining our craft coffee concept with SALT's craft beer and cocktails offering we are showcasing the evolution of the modern venue, catering to everyone from 7am to Midnight.’’
‘’hubb came about from a love of coffee and all the interactions that centre around coffee experiences. We can promise that love translates to our full menu be it a flat white, nitro cold brew or freshly baked pastry."
Opening this Friday 27 October, the first 50 customers will receive free nitro coffee on arrival.
Popular pizza pop-up Edges Pizza has opened a permanent home in Leeds city centre.
Last summer you may have had the privilege to enjoy a slice of Edges Pizza at one of their many pop-up residencies 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. Edges Pizza has just opened a permanent new takeaway under the arches in Holbeck, and it's absolutely class.
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Owners Grace and Edge who are from Harrogate opened Edges two years ago, taking inspiration from trips to New York over the years.
They've completely transformed the space into a proper love letter to the big apple. It will operate mainly as a takeaway, but there is a small seating area where you can perch and tuck into your pie.
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The menu is perfectly curated, consisting of eight pizzas and three dips. And trust us, they are absolutely massive.
We opted for the American Hot with spicy pepperoni, banana peppers and parmesan as well as the mushroom pie topped with garlic creme fraiche and chestnut mushrooms.
Drizzled and dunked into moreish hot honey, it's rivalling some of the best pizza in the city.
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For now, grabbing a pizza from Edges operates through a pre-order system. Pre-orders open at 12pm the day before via their website, you can pick your collection time and then you simply have to rock up and get your pizza.
There's loads of parking available nearby and if there are any remaining slots available you can pre-order up to an hour before collection.
We've got a feeling they're going to very busy indeed.
Dishoom announces official opening date for new Leeds restaurant
Clementine Hall
It's the moment we've all been waiting for, Dishoom is coming to Leeds.
The whispers of Dishoom's arrival in Leeds city centre have been going on for a while now, but over the past few weeks it has started to feel very real.
Taking over the beautiful old Flannel's site on the coveted Vicar Lane, signs started to pop up for Dishoom and work was cracking on fast.
Well now, we have an opening date - and we don't have long to wait.
Dishoom Leeds will open on Monday 3 August, with guests being able to enjoy 50% off food during an initial soft-opening period, ahead of the official opening on Friday 14 August.
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As with every Dishoom café, the Leeds restaurant begins with a story. This one takes inspiration from the extraordinary true events surrounding the explosion of the SS Fort Stikine in Bombay Dock in April 1944, a wartime disaster that sent gold bars flying across the city.
Legend has it that some of the missing gold was never recovered. Some was discovered embedded in walls and rooftops across Bombay. Other pieces quietly disappeared into the hands of lucky citizens, melted into bangles or hidden away in drawers.
Dishoom Leeds reimagines the fortune made from the gold bars and guests will discover subtle references to the glamorous mid-century details through the interiors and artwork, giving playful nods to Bombay’s golden age.
With all day dining available, guests can dine on the beloved breakfast right through to late evening feasting, with the café will serve a lovingly curated menu of Bombay comfort food inspired by the city’s cafés, grills, street stalls and family kitchens.
Shamil Thakrar, co-founder, also known as Head Babu, at Dishoom, said: “Leeds is a city with tremendous warmth, creativity and character, full of people who know the value of gathering together over good food and drinks. Bringing Dishoom here has long been a dream for us.”
"The story behind this café is rooted in one of Bombay’s most extraordinary moments – the day gold bars fell from the sky after the explosion of Fort Stikine in 1944. Amidst the tragedy and chaos, there were also tales of unexpected fortune, human resilience and hopeful reinvention. We were captivated by this, and we cannot wait to welcome Leeds into the café that pays homage to the heritage of Bombay.”
Clementine Hall -
24th October 2023 
