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Sheffield sisters open second matcha cafe just months after launching their first

What an achievement.

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There's just no stopping these sisters, as The Matcha Spot announces second site.

Yes, it's another matcha story but we've got to say, we're very excited about this one.

Let's back track to last year when The Matcha Spot popped up in The Moor and made a name for themselves for selling the most wonderful green creations in the city.

Fast forward to February, they opened up their first permanent spot in the city centre on Campo Lane which was a resounding success.

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Their focus is serving good quality matcha in all shapes and sizes, our personal favourite being the blondie matcha that is the perfect afternoon pick me up.

It's become such a success, that The Matcha Spot sisters are now opening a second site in Sheffield just months after opening their first.

The Matcha Spot 2.0 will be located on Ecclesall Road and will be opening next month, so we really don't have long to wait.

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Announcing the very exciting news to Instagram, The Matcha Spot said: "Our second home is here! Thank you SO much for all your support!! We’re so excited to be opening our second location for you to get your matcha fix…..

"281 Ecclesall Road. Coming soon."

We couldn't be happier for the girls, and we couldn't think of anyone more deserving of the success. We'll see you on the opening date ready and raring to get our hands on a white chocolate and raspberry matcha.

You can find out more about The Matcha Spot here.

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10 of the best graduation deals in Leeds this celebration season

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You’ve spent over three years studying and now it’s time to say celebrate so we’ve rounded up some of the best places in Leeds for you to do so.

Those all-nighters in the library are now a distant memory.

It’s time to celebrate all the hard work you’ve put in over the years and what better way to spend it than eating delicious food and raising a toast to yourself. 

Whether you’re celebrating with family, friends or a loved one. We’ve sorted you some of the best deals on offer, from free glasses of beer Prosecco, to 2 for 1 cocktails and discounted set menus. 

Tattu

29 E Parade, LS1 5PS

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The ‘Power of Wisdom’ set menus are available for £37.50 for lunch and £45.50 for dinner, with graduates receiving an ‘Elixir of Life cocktail’, or a complimentary glass of Prosecco.

Find out more here.

The Cut and Craft

23 King Edward St, LS1 6AX

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Enjoy three courses with a glass of Prosecco on arrival for £55; you can even upgrade to the proper stuff and pay an extra tenner for Moët & Chandon Champagne for each person.

Book your table here.

Riva Blu

11-12 Park Row, LS1 5HD

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Fancy Italian? Freshly crowned graduates dining from the special set menu can enjoy a bonus Bellini to toast their success.

Flight Club

1-2 S Parade, LS1 5QL

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As a congratulations to the city’s graduating students, Flight Club has lined up a treat for the class of 2026. Any guest with a valid student ID or graduation certificate can raise a toast to the celebrations with a complimentary bottle of prosecco for the group when they book a game of Social Darts.

CrowdedHouse

Level 5 & 6, Trinity Centre, 70 Boar Ln, LS1 6HW

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Enjoy your celebrations whilst taking in jaw dropping panoramic views of the city at Leeds' newest rooftop hangout. Their set menu offering two courses for £26 or three courses for £30 is not one to be missed.

Ox Club

19a The Headrow, LS1 6PU

Book a table at one of Leeds' most celebrated restaurants and enjoy a free glass of prosecco as a cheers to you. Available until Sunday 16 July and you must mention graduation when booking.

Uyare

Victoria Gate 3rd Floor, Rooftop, George St, LS2 7AU

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As a graduate, you can enjoy 15% off your bill when you book with the code 'GRADUATESOF26'. Plus, you'll receive a complimentary glass of prosecco to toast the occasion.

Banksia

2 Lower Briggate, LS1 4AE

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At this Mediterranean-inspired restaurant, graduates will eat for free - now that is an offer. Enjoy the special graduate set menu priced at £39 for three courses, with graduates eating for free with two paying customers.

Find out more about the offer here.

Blackhouse

31-33 E Parade, LS1 5PS

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Enjoy Blackhouse Gastrobar's fabulous steaks and seasonal dishes with a free glass of prosecco for every graduate, plus if you're a table of six you'll get an entire bottle on the house. We'll cheers to that.

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An independent one-day festival run by local businesses is returning to Leeds this summer

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Bramley’s independent festival is back after a sell-out first year.

Three local businesses, no corporate sponsor, one big day.

That's the motto of Mill Fest - an indie festival returning to Swinnow Grange Mills in Bramley after a sell-out debut that brought more than 600 people through the gates.

Mill Fest began as a shared idea between three Bramley businesses who fancied putting on a proper day out for the area, and we're so glad they did.

Last August it turned Swinnow Grange Mills into a full day of live music, street food, flash tattoos, market stalls and cold pints in the sun. We can't think of a better way to spend the day to be honest.

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This year Mill Fest is back and taking place on Sunday 2 August, and the plan is simple - keep what made it work and build on it.

There will be a full day of live music, the return of the flash tattoo day, more independent traders, street food and local beer. This time the team is keen to bring in more businesses and faces from around the area, and the full lineup and programme will be announced over the coming weeks.

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Owen Wilson from Against the Grain Bar said: “We started this because we wanted to put something on for Bramley, run by the people who actually work here. Last year went better than any of us expected. The place was full, the sun came out, and it felt like the whole area showed up. We can’t wait to do it again.”

Danae Miller from Grays Salon said: "The aim for this year is the same day people loved, just a bit bigger. We’d love to get more local businesses and artists involved, and to see even more familiar faces down at the mill. If we get the weather, it’ll be another one to remember.”

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