A popular Dubai dining brand is coming to the UK for the first time with a flagship restaurant in Leeds.
Introducing India Bistro, a UAE and India-based restaurant group that is set to open a flagship store in Chapel Allerton this month.
Guests can expect a real party atmosphere, complete with authentic Indian dishes and bold cocktails.
India Bistro will offer a dining experience that reflects the warmth and richness of Indian cuisine and culture, with a menu inspired from from the bustling lanes of Delhi and Punjab to the royal kitchen of Awadh.
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With four established restaurants - two in Dubai and two in India - India Bistro has earned a cult following and esteemed reputation for exceptional culinary craftsmanship and heartfelt hospitality.
Leeds diners will enjoy a specially curated all day menu featuring iconic Indian dishes and local favourites in a modern, elegant setting.
Navin Chauhan, President of Restaurants at Foodlink said: “India Bistro represents the next chapter of modern Indian cuisine, inspired by India’s regional heritage, elevated with bold ideas, and brought together through a spirit of hospitality that feels both timeless and fresh.”
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AVT Capital co-founder, Shubhangi Thaker, said: “We’re thrilled to introduce India Bistro to the UK and begin this India Bistro journey in Leeds, a city that truly appreciates great food and diverse dining experiences.
"Our goal is to bring something fresh to the scene: authentic Indian flavours presented with a modern twist, in a space that’s welcoming, stylish, and full of energy.
“Whether it’s a celebratory dinner, a date night over chaat and chai, or cocktails at the bar with crisp papads and house-infused vermouth, we want India Bistro to be the kind of place guests find themselves coming back to again and again drawn by the familiarity, the flavour, and the feeling of something special.
"We are hugely excited to share it with the people of Leeds and can’t wait to open in time for the Christmas party season”
Building of the Leeds restaurant is underway and India Bistro is set to open its doors ahead of the festive season.
Nestled in Armley, Assembly House is an independent creative hub bringing artists together.
Assembly House, based on Canal Road in Armley inside a historic Victorian mill, has become a home for creatives across Leeds since launching in 2013.
The artist-led organisation combines working studios with an independent gallery and project space, hosting everything from exhibitions and workshops to community events and live music.
The space is currently home to 80 creatives who make up their community, comprising of professional practitioners including educators, performers, painters, sculptors, illustrators, video artists and designers.
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Their aim is simple - to offer affordable studios to emerging artists alongside technical support, producing support along with access to workshops, internal film screenings and events.
Assembly House offer a yearly program of exhibitions designed to showcase the studio holders and get their work out there. It's all aimed at helping the artists, whether it's their first show or tenth.
It has also helped bring art into the wider neighbourhood through community murals, public sculptures and activities for local people.
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They believe art has the power to bring people together and to evoke emotion and thought, and we've got to say that we absolutely agree.
The space can also be hired by students and independent creatives looking to put on their own exhibitions or bring a project to life.
The fabulous venue is generally open to visitors during exhibitions, workshops and events, with visits by appointment at other times, so it's worth checking its website before heading over.
To have a look at their current programme and to find out more about what Assembly House are doing for Leeds and the community, you can take a look at their website here.
Clubland to celebrate 25 years with huge Leeds arena show
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Clubland is heading to Leeds for a special arena-sized anniversary celebration next year.
The Clubland Arena Tour promises a night of the biggest artists and biggest anthems, giving fans the chance to come together for a celebration of the dance music brand.
Celebrating 25 years of Clubland, the tour will stop off at arenas in Manchester, Glasgow, Newcastle, Aberdeen, and of course Leeds.
With the event set to take over one of Leeds' biggest live entertainment venues, anticipation is already building for what promises to be a nostalgic night of club classics and dancefloor favourites – even before the lineup is announced.
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The full line-up is expected to be announced very soon, with fans encouraged to keep an eye out for further details.
Previous headliners at Clubland Live have included Cascada, Basshunter, Scooter, Ultrabeat, and Vengaboys, always guaranteeing a night of non-stop anthems.
For many dance music fans, Clubland has become synonymous with the sounds that dominated clubs, radio playlists and party nights throughout the 2000s.
Over the years, Clubland has continued to celebrate the artists and songs that helped define an era of dance music, giving fans the chance to experience their favourite tracks live alongside thousands of like-minded clubbers.
From infectious pop-dance hits to harder-hitting electronic anthems, its events tap into a sense of nostalgia while keeping the energy of a night out firmly at the centre of the experience.
The 25th anniversary tour looks set to build on that legacy, bringing a quarter-century of club classics to arenas across the UK.
The Clubland Arena Tour will be at the First Direct Bank Arena on Saturday 1 May 2027.
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