Nando’s has taken its summer menu to the next level, and it means UK diners can now sip on fruity frozen cocktail with their meal.
The rain may be pouring, but summer looks to have well and truly arrived at Nando’s, as the restaurant has announced that two limited-edition fruity frozen cocktails have been added to the menu.
In what is part of a wider summer menu refresh, with a handful of new and returning favourites having already been tempting the tastebuds of foodie fans over the past couple of weeks, and of course, hot off the heels of the highly-anticipated launch of the new fully loaded chips, the Portuguese-inspired chain has now thrown two brand-new cocktails into the mix.
And people are already calling them a “game changer”.
Having launched nationwide this week, the two fruity-flavoured frozen tipples go by the names of the ‘PERi-cante’, and the ‘Sunset Slushie’.
If you like your drinks as spicy as your food, then the new PEri-cante mixes vodka, mezcal, tangy lime, and a hint of chilli to “take your tastebuds on a flavour journey across the world”, according to Nando’s, while the Sunset Slushie is more of a refreshing affair with lots of bold summer flavours.
The aptly-named Sunset Slushie mixes a dash of vodka, peach liquor, and vanilla, with juicy pineapple and mango for the perfect sweet drink.
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Unfortunately though, if you’re keen to try out the new drinks, then it might take a little bit of planning, as not only are they part of a trial and on offer for a limited-time only – with Nando’s having not yet confirmed how long they’ll be available for – but there’s only a handful of UK branches where you’ll be able to order them.
The restaurants include: Kings Cross, Westfield Stratford City, Brighton (Marina), Salford Quays, Crawley, Liverpool (ONE), Hull (Princess Quay), Birmingham (Mailbox), Wolverhampton (Bentley Bridge), Battersea and Waterloo Station.
So head over to Hull or Manchester if you really fancy one, hopefully if popular they will be released into more local restaurant.
Over on social media, after the news of the new cocktails release was announced this week, Nando’s fans have been quick to call them a “game changer”.
So as you can tell, they already seem to be going down a treat.
An award-winning burger chain is coming to one of Leeds' suburbs.
If you don't know Burgerism, then get to know.
The Manchester-based burger chain is known by many for its incredible smash patties and quick, reliable service.
Their concept is simple: good burgers made with quality ingredients and cooked fresh to order. Delicious.
And it's not just burgers, they've also got some great wings and fries available too with a range of homemade sauces on offer for dunking, drizzling and devouring. We're a particular fan of the buffalo wings with their garlic ranch dip.
The chain used to have a dark kitchen on the outskirts of the city where people could order via Deliveroo, however this closed down and since then there's been a Burgerism-shaped hole left in our foodie scene.
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Burgerism recently applied to move into a vacant shop unit in Meanwood at 605 Meanwood Road, seeking change-of-use planning permission for the former Papa Johns site which was previously only allowed to serve...well, pizzas.
And the plans have now been approved, which means Burgerism will officially be coming to Leeds. Hurray!
Burgerism's new takeaway will be walking distance from the The Meanwood Tavern, perfect for those looking for some post-pint burgers.
It will be strictly takeaway with no dine-in option available.
The brand-new Burgerism will employ 15 people from the local area with food being served between 11am and 11pm.
We'll keep you up to date as and when we find out more, but for now we're aware that Burgerism Leeds is set to open this summer.
Ireland’s famous fast food phenomenon, the spice bag, has landed in Leeds Kirkgate Market
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You can now grab the ultimate hangover cure at our very own Kirkgate Market.
And it comes from none other than The Fisherman's Wife - a Leeds institution that has been serving up fantastic fish and chips for over 60 years.
But now, they're turning their attention to spice bags.
If you have no idea what we're talking about then allow us to fill you in. And we'd recommend pouring yourself an ice cold glass of water, because it's about to get real salty up in here.
The spice bag is an Irish delicacy that is often devoured after a few Guinness on the streets of Dublin, for example.
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It consists of shredded and battered chicken, chips, onions and peppers - all deep fried, loaded into a bag and tossed in lashings of salt and pepper seasoning.
Oh, and of course dipped or lathered in a sauce of your choosing. The classic being curry sauce, obviously.
It's been available in Leeds once before at a pop-up in Trinity Kitchen, but now The Fisherman's Wife is here to make them a permanent option for anyone with that salty craving.
You've got a couple of flavours to choose from too, including peri-peri, plain, salt & chilli and of course the classic salt & pepper.
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You can then add a drizzle of sriracha, curry sauce (obviously) or sticky honey if you're looking for that sweet and salty balance.
The best part? They're selling these for just £6.50.
So next time you've had a few too many the night before, get yourself to The Fisherman's Wife inside Leeds Kirkgate Market's food hall and get yourself a spice bag. You'll be cured in no time.
Emily Sergeant -
2nd August 2023 
