A popular independent Indian street food brand is giving 10 hungry fans the chance to win free lunches for a year
It’s been 10 years since the first Rola Wala opened its doors in the UK, and to properly mark this decade-long anniversary, the brand will be celebrating its commitment to bringing authentic Indian flavours to foodies across Leeds with a massive giveaway.
Kicking off from the brand’s official birthday today (12 November), and running until Tuesday 26 November, 10 coveted ‘black cards’ will be up for grabs.
That means that ten lucky winners will get to tuck into the brand’s special naan rolls for an entire year – with every person entering also receiving an exclusive discount on their next visit too.
Unfamiliar with Rola Wala? The brand’s ‘build-your-own’ concept allows diners to choose their own filling, and combine them perfectly with fresh salads, herbs, pickles, and chutney, while also pairing that with a range of unmissable sides – including crispy masala fries, Rola rings, cookies, and more.
Rola Wala founder, Mark Wright, described the past 10 years as “a flavour-packed journey”, adding that it’s “far from over”.
“We’re really excited to be celebrating 10 years of Rola Wala by giving back to our communities in Manchester with this huge giveaway,” Mark explained.
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“As we come into our second decade of business, we are entering a new era where we’re committed to combining our street food DNA with a vibey ‘fast hospitality’ food experience, driven by our passion and a relentless focus on quality service – shown by our launch in Manchester last year.”
Fancy being in with a chance of winning a ‘black card’ then?
To participate in the 10th anniversary celebrations, all you need to do is sign up for Rola Wala’s ‘Spice Club’ loyalty scheme from today until 26 November.
From there, you’ll be guaranteed a discount on your next visit, and also get your name put into the prize draw for free naan rolls for a year.
Authentic Turkish street food is coming to Kirkgate.
Leeds city centre is gearing up to welcome yet another new food spot, and this one is all about homemade lahmacun, shawarma wraps and plenty of signature tahini sauce.
Tahin will open its doors at 10 Kirkgate, next to The Cat Cafe, and with signs already up we don't think it'll be long until they welcome their first customers.
The restaurant is listed as a Turkish restaurant that specialise in their homemade tahini sauce, hence the name.
According to the restaurant's Instagram profile which has been going for a few years, Tahin also specialises in home-made lahmacun wraps alongside shawarma wraps.
For anyone unfamiliar with lahmacun, the Turkish staple is often described as a thin, crispy flatbread topped with a richly seasoned mixture of minced meat, herbs and vegetables.
Wrapped up with fresh salad and sauces, it makes for a satisfying and flavourful lunch to enjoy on-the-go.
Their Instagram suggests that Tahin once existed before back in 2022, so although this may not be a completely new venture, we're nevertheless very glad to see them back.
Its location puts it right in the middle of one of Leeds' busiest areas, making it the perfect mid-shopping pit stop for those wandering around Briggate or stopping for a bite to eat before heading out on the town.
The new opening comes at a time when Leeds' food scene is continuing to expand, with a string of independent restaurants and street-food concepts opening across the city centre throughout 2026.
This Leeds bistro has been named one of the best restaurants in the UK to plan a staycation around
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A much-loved neighbourhood Leeds restaurant has been given another major accolade.
There’s no shortage of brilliant places to eat in Leeds, but one Horsforth bistro has just been given a pretty huge seal of approval - and it might be worth planning your next staycation around.
The brilliant Bavette has been named one of the best neighbourhood restaurants in the UK to plan a staycation around by Condé Nast Traveller, appearing alongside a handpicked list of restaurants from across the country.
The list celebrates neighbourhood restaurants that are worth travelling for, with the magazine highlighting the growing appeal of venturing outside of busy city centres in search of smaller, more intimate places to eat.
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And Leeds has bagged itself a spot thanks to Bavette, and we can't say we're surprised.
The French-inspired neighbourhood bistro is run by chef Sandy Jarvis and his husband Clément Cousin.
Since opening in 2024, Bavette has quickly become one of the city's most talked-about restaurants, attracting diners far beyond its Horsforth home and scooping up accolades such as the 2024 Good Food Guide's Best UK Local Restaurant, a 2025 and 2026 Michelin Bib Gourmand, and a place in the 2026 National Restaurant Awards Top 100.
Condé Nast Traveller hails Bavette as "a true neighbourhood gem", saying: "The restaurant takes its cues from the couple’s London bistro roots, serving hearty yet elegant dishes made with seasonal ingredients.”
They finish by saying: "Reservations are hard to come by - but so worth it once you get your foot in the door."
We really couldn't agree more.
And while a trip to Horsforth might not technically count as a staycation for us Leeds locals, Bavette is certainly one restaurant worth crossing the city for.
Emily Sergeant -
12th November 2024 
