Taking a trip to Sheffield? Here are some great places to grab a bite to eat.
Yorkshire's biggest city boasts an impressive array of independent restaurant, bars and cafes. There's a diverse food and drink scene that caters for all budgets, tastes and occasions. Whether you're after a slap up eight-course tasting menu to tantalise your tastebuds or looking for a quick sampling of street food for on the go; we've got you covered.
Gatsby
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This late night drinking spot combines beats, booze and bites for an epic night out on the tiles. Think loaded fries, burritos and an extensive taco menu, all served up alongside your favourite cocktails. Why not try their 'Pop Ketel On' cocktail, which combines Yorkshire tea infused vodka, peach bitters and prosecco.
There are local DJs playing tunes all night if you're craving a boogy and there's a heated, cosy beer garden for those dreamy long summer nights ahead of us. Come for an evening or book onto their ultimate hip-hop brunch to kickstart your weekend for only £29.95 a head!
Gatsby, 73-75 Division Street
Cutlery Works
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This converted cutlery factory turned food hall is definitely one for the foodies. Currently the biggest food hall in the North, there are 14 different vendors offering food and drink from across the globe.
Start your culinary journey in India with the Chana Masala at Ma-Ba or sample some Szechuan delicacies from China Red. Have more of a sweet tooth? You can find indulgent ice cream sandwiches and dark drinking chocolate at craft chocolate counter Bullion. There really is something for everyone here so grab a table and get stuck in!
73–101 Neepsend Lane, Sheffield
Joro
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Serving up ultra local produce in a beautiful setting, this modern British restaurant is one of the swankiest places to dine in Sheffield. Set in an open plan dining room, they aim to create an immersive experience offering 5, 8 and 10 course tasting menus.
A relaxed and communal atmosphere is achieved where guests revel in the shared passion for food and drink. An ever-changing menu means you will only be eating the freshest ingredients prepared excitedly by the team and presented beautifully.
294 Shalesmoor, Sheffield
Public
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Occupying the former gent's toilets below a grade one listed Victorian town hall, Public is a tiny haven of delicious drinks and mouthwatering food. Offering small plates like bone marrow with parsley salad and burrata with roasted squash, this is a fabulously unique date night spot to impress your significant other.
You could easily walk past Public due to its secret, underground location, but seek it out and we can promise it will be well worth the search.
Surrey Street, Sheffield
Kommune
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This 16,000 square foot, Scandi inspired food hall in the heart of the city centre offers everything from wood-fired pizzas to colourful, Korean soul food. There are also a few bars to choose from if you fancy a classic cocktail or a fine wine to go alongside your food.
As well as food and drink vendors there are a range of independent, local retailers with their products on sale. Pick up a specialist magazine from La Biblioteka or take home some craft beer from The Hop Hideout to enjoy at home. This bustling hall really is your one-stop shop for a fantastic day out in Sheffield.
It's official, Uniqlo is making its way to Leeds. Well, it's about time isn't it?
You may remember last June that murmurings of Uniqlo opening in Leeds were happening.
The news spread after planning documents appeared for new ‘Uniqlo’ signage on the Store House building on Briggate.
We've been keeping our fingers crossed that the news was actually true, and it is.
Uniqlo themselves have confirmed that three new stores will be popping up across the UK over the next two years, with one of them being right here in Leeds.
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Their first store of the roll-out opened in Birmingham's Bullring, followed by a new store in Bristol this year.
Leeds was also meant to open this year, but unfortunately, Uniqlo has announced things are delayed and its opening will be pushed into 2027.
The Leeds store will be 1,100 square metres and will be located on Briggate in the old House of Fraser site.
CGI mockups from firms Thirty One Design and Ink Associates include the glass fronted store with Uniqlo’s signature red signage hanging above the door and off the building.
These will be made from sheet metal with a “sprayed finish” – sounds pretty swanky if you ask us.
Uniqlo UK COO Alessandro Dudech stated: "Uniqlo remains committed to strengthening its presence within the UK retail sector by expanding both our physical store network and ecommerce capabilities nationwide.
"As part of this strategic initiative, we look forward to introducing Uniqlo to the communities and visitors in the North of England, at the new Leeds location and simultaneously reaching customers in the South West in Bristol's Cabot Circus.".
Uniqlo is known for its affordable and minimalist clothing, stocking everything from raincoats and puffer jackets to jeans and a wide range of accessories.
We’ll keep you updated on the timeframe, as to be honest we’re just as excited as you are to be welcoming Uniqlo to the high street.
Police urgently appeal after teenage boy was stabbed in Leeds over bank holiday weekend
Emily Sergeant
Detectives are appealing for witnesses after a teenage boy was stabbed in Leeds over the bank holiday weekend.
West Yorkshire Police explained that officers were called out to Roundhay Road at around at 6:05pm on Monday 31 August following reports that a 13-year-old boy had been stabbed, and once they arrived on the scene, the victim was located and subsequently taken to hospital, where he received treatment for an injury described as non-life-threatening.
Police say the incident occurred near to the Leeds West Indian Carnival, but are keen to assure the public that they believe this was an 'isolated and targeted' act.
Following further enquiries, it is now believed that the actual offence occurred on Shepherd’s Lane, potentially near the junction with Back Hares Avenue.
Investigating officers have released information on the suspect and identified several people they are keen to speak to.
As the police investigation is ongoing, Detective Chief Inspector Scott Hartley commented: "This is clearly a concerning incident in which a young teenage boy has suffered a significant stab wound.
"We have extensive enquiries ongoing, including house to house enquiries and reviewing CCTV. We are conscious though that this offence has occurred near to the Leeds West Indian Carnival and there will have been a large number of people in the vicinity who may not necessarily be from the Chapeltown area.
“The suspect for this offence is described as being male, around 15-16 years-old and was wearing a balaclava. He was with two girls. We are keen to speak to anyone who believes they may have seen this group in the area or who witnessed any part of this incident.
"Although this was a serious incident, our enquiries so far suggest it was an isolated and targeted act... [and] we remain focused on identifying those responsible and providing reassurance to the community."
Can you help? Anyone with information is asked to contact Leeds CID online, or by calling 101, quoting crime reference 13260496572.
Alternatively, information can be given anonymously to Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.
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22nd March 2022 
