Spanning over three generations, Salvo's in Headingley have been bringing a taste of Italy to Yorkshire since 1976.
When Salvatore Dammone opened Salvo’s Restaurant in 1976 he had a vision, to bring a piece of his beloved Italy to Leeds.
Five decades later, Salvo’s remains one of the most popular and well regarded restaurants in Yorkshire.
The restaurant has won many awards over the years, they have been listed in The Good Food Guide since 1984, been awarded a AA Rosette every year since 2010 and have even been voted the UK's best neighbourhood Italian restaurant by Gordon Ramsay on Channel 4's The F Word.
Salvo’s is drenched in history and tradition, from what was once a small trattoria-style eatery where guests would have to pull up a chair and eat amongst the other locals, is now a beautiful restaurant with an informal, relaxed atmosphere spanning across two floors.
Although undergoing four major renovations over the past 50 years, the restaurant still proudly showcases its family roots with photos on the walls telling stories of honeymoons in Milan, Vespa rides around Salerno and family meals round the dinner table.
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Salvo's is the place to go for authentic yet contemporary Italian food served in a laid back setting; it's a simple yet winning formula which has kept customers returning for years.
The second and now third generation of the Dammone family are today continuing the traditions of Salvo’s, providing the people of Leeds with classic Italian hospitality.
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And it doesn't just stop there, just two doors down you will find Salvatore’s, a new Italian bar and street kitchen opened by the late Salvo’s grandson this summer 2022.
Here you can pop-by for a few cocktails and accompany them with delicious, innovative small plates and you might even catch some live jazz music.
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You can find both of these incredible restaurants on Otley Road in Headingley. Whether you're after a quick bite or a sit down meal, one thing's for sure is that the Dammone family will make you feel right at home and you will most definitely leave with a smile on your face.
After being 'missing' for decades, a long-lost episode of The Morecambe and Wise Show is set to air on the BBC this month.
In what is already gearing up to be a memorable moment, the episode - which was first broadcast on the BBC on 16 September 1968, and was thought to have been lost forever before being recovered - will be shown on BBC Four and BBC iPlayer in a couple of weeks time to coincide with when Eric Morecambe would have turned 100 years old.
The episode was discovered by Film Is Fabulous! - which is a charitable trust run by film collectors and television enthusiasts.
It was found in the estate of a former television industry professional, before being returned to the BBC.
Audiences tuning in to the episode can expect to see sketches written by Sid Green and Dick Hills - with Ann Hamilton appearing as Pauline in a sketch set in a nudist colony, while Jenny Lee-Wright plays Eric’s niece, a balloon dancer.
📢 ‘Missing’ episode of The Morecambe and Wise Show is coming to the BBC!
A long-lost episode first broadcast in 1968 will be shown on BBC Four and @BBCiPlayer on Thursday 14 May, to coincide with when Eric Morecambe would have turned 100
It also includes a musical performance from The Paper Dolls, who enjoyed hits in the 1960s.
This 'lost' programme is the third episode from Morecambe and Wise’s first series after returning to the BBC, following a period working with commercial television.
Eric Morecambe’s daughter, Gail, has described the recovery of the episode as 'a lovely surprise', adding: "I’m really looking forward to seeing it on a screen once again after so many years."
Gary Morecambe, Eric's son, added: "I honestly didn’t think there was anything out there left to find, and when something like this comes out of nowhere, it’s really quite wonderful. Hats off to Professor Justin Smith and his team, whose dedication and hard work brought this gem back to us. I’m very excited about seeing it for the first time since I was 12."
This long-lost episode of The Morecambe and Wise Show will be broadcast on BBC Four at 8pm on on Thursday 14 May, and available to watch whenever you like on BBC iPlayer from then.
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The world’s smallest pub is opening in Leeds’ biggest beer garden this weekend
Clementine Hall
A teeny tiny micro-pub is coming to Leeds city centre this bank holiday weekend.
This weekend, from Saturday 2 to Sunday 3 May, Rita’s in Leeds will host the arrival of a travelling micro-pub dubbed the World’s Smallest, beating out World Record holders, in their huge beer garden.
Licor 43's Tiny Taberna features a 2.15m x 1.5m space that has been drawing crowds across the UK for doing something very simple, very well: shrinking the pub experience down to its absolute smallest form and pairing it with one of the country’s most talked-about viral drinks trends.
You won't be able to get your average pint here though, this adorable little bar will only serve Rita’s Mini Beer, commonly known as the Baby Beer.
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The Baby Beer is a shot made with Licor 43 and topped with a creamy layer to mimic the look of a perfectly poured pint. And trust us, it's just as delicious as it is cute.
Made with Licor 43, mixed with a velvety layer of cream liqueur, the flavour is indulgent with notes of vanilla, caramel and creamy sweetness.
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You may have seen these drinks online too, with videos of the Baby Beer going viral across social media racking up millions of views.
Styled as a Spanish-inspired bar, the Tiny Taberna invites you to gather with mates, step inside and enjoy a Baby Beer in this immersive and fun space. Obviously, you'll have to take some great pics for the gram too.
Rita’s beer garden, already known as one of the city’s largest, will not only play host to the pint-sized pub, but will also be serving their usual cocktail menu throughout the weekend.
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The Tiny Taberna will be at Rita’s Leeds for two days only, from Saturday 2nd to Sunday 3rd May, serving Mini Beers from 7-9pm.
The best part? Those who purchase any beer this Bank Holiday weekend will be able to claim a free Mini Beer from the installation with a voucher. We'll see you there.
Clementine Hall -
3rd November 2022 
