As a way to battle a flurry of negative reviews, Thatziki are giving away free gyros in exchange for a positive one.
Nothing beats a big fat juicy gyro stuffed to the brim with succulent meat, fresh salad and crispy, perfectly seasoned chips.
And one place that serve this and more is Thatziki, a family run Greek street food spot based in Trinity Kitchen.
However, it's not all Greek sunshine and rainbows over there, as the wonderful team have admitted they've experienced a pretty bleak month in business and they're asking for our help.
Posting to Instagram, they said: "People of LEEDS. We need your help. We want to spread some joy in what can only be described as the bleakest month ever. We know that we have served thousands of happy customers since we opened. With tonnes of regulars coming back for more Greek goodness.
"However, to put it bluntly our google review page has taken a right battering. I'll be the first to admit we have definitely made some mistakes and cocked up peoples orders. It happens. And when it does I ensure we do everything possible to turn the negative experience into a positive one.
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"However, we have received our fare share of hate from reviewers that we don't think are genuine. We know for a fact that one of them is because they told us lol. I rate the honesty.
"So I was thinking, surely there are some customers who have had a positive experience...so I hate to ask BUT if you have had a positive experience at our Leeds store and want some free Gyros...Please DM us on here, leave a review and I will send you some vouchers to use. It really does help our small family business thrive in what will be a challenging few months"
Now in our opinion, that is an offer you can't refuse and we know for a fact that there'll be plenty of you who have very positive experiences over at Thatziki.
So get writing and DM'ing, and soon you can be devouring a free gyro.
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 -
8th January 2025 
