Dough Club, a Manchester-based Detroit-style pizzeria, is planning to open up in Leeds.
It's safe to say that we've already got plenty of pizza shops here in Leeds...but, one more can't hurt can it?
Especially when it looks as good as this one.
Dough Club is a Detroit-style pizza restaurant famed for their chewy, thick, cheesy crusts that are loaded with all the toppings imaginable.
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Describing themselves on their website, Dough Club say: "Welcome to Dough Club, where flavor meets affordability in every slice. At Dough Club, we believe that everyone deserves a delicious, high-quality pizza experience without breaking the bank.
"Whether you're craving just a slice or a full pan, we've got you covered with our signature Detroit-style pizza."
They've got three locations over in Manchester, and now they have set their sights on Leeds. I mean, can you blame them?
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Dough Club submitted a planning application to Leeds City Council last last month, proposing to convert a massage clinic on Burley Road into a takeaway.
The supporting documents read: “The site is currently used as a Thai Massage shop, which is still in operation, however looking to relocate.
“The proposed development would change the existing use by allowing it to be used as a hot food take-away, using a franchise model offered by an expanding company called Dough Club.”
It continued: "The proposed use is welcome a professional expanding national franchise brand looking for new locations throughout the country.
“The applicant is an experienced operator in this field, already operating other food related businesses and wishes to bring this brand to a local area in Leeds where demand for this type of service is high.”
The planning application is now open for comments and will be until Tuesday 23 September, and you can have your say here.
An independent açai bowl pop-up is opening a permanent cafe in Leeds city centre.
It seems the açai bowl trend isn't over just yet, and we're absolutely not mad about it.
The aesthetically purple frozen treat isn't just delicious, but is also known to have numerous health benefits making it guilt-free and the perfect post-workout pick me up.
You may remember Açai Social Club that opened as a pop-up in the Victoria Quarter last year, and now they're moving into a permanent spot in the city centre.
Run by a lovely husband and wife duo who have spent the last 15 months exploring cafes around the world, it's safe to say they know exactly what they're talking about.
Their açai is made with the very best ingredients, topped with the freshest fruit and sprinkled with their homemade granola - it doesn't get much better then that does it?
Announcing the very exciting news to Instagram, they said: "Açai Social Club is getting a home. Our very first store is officially on the way! We’ve been working behind the scenes to create a space that’s more about than just açai.
"What started as an idea is finally becoming something you can walk into…There’s still a lot we’re keeping under wraps for now, but we’re so excited to finally share the beginning of what’s to come.
"We can’t wait to open our doors and welcome you in. Your new neighbourhood social club, coming soon."
The exact location of the cafe and its opening date is still under wraps, but we'll of course keep you updated as and when we find out.
The Leeds Supper Club bringing people together over incredible food
Clementine Hall
What started as a simple idea around food has grown into something much bigger for Leeds Supper Club.
The idea was born from a love of food and the idea that eating together can be about much more than what’s on your plate.
Rather than simply going out to a restaurant, Leeds Supper Club puts connection at the heart of its events, bringing people together to share incredible food and enjoy an evening in good company.
We had the pleasure of attending their most recent event where we had the most wonderful evening with founders Lizzie, Phillip and the rest of the club.
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This instalment was a very special one, as it was in collaboration with Knotfield Vine over in Horsforth.
I mean, it really doesn't get more scenic than this - we really felt like we'd been whisked away to the South of France rather than a Leeds suburb. But we wouldn't want it either way.
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What makes it a cut above the rest is the details. Every little detail has been thought out, from the low-lit, sexy lighting, hand-made name plates, live music and four courses of wonderful seasonal goodness made fresh.
From enjoying a glass of wine within the vines alongside a couple of nibbles to tucking into a three course meal around a candle-lit table, there's really nowhere else like it.
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The tagliatelle pasta with beef and whipped feta was a real highlight, and knowing Lizzie and Philip receive help on the menu and the cooking from all their friends made it taste that much sweeter.
By the end of it we'd had some delicious food, fabulous wine and shared even better conversation. And it's safe to say we left feeling a part of the club.
Keep an eye on their Instagram page here for all upcoming events.
Clementine Hall -
9th September 2025 
