Can you believe it's the second week of July already?
Summer is well and truly in full swing across Leeds, and there are so many exciting things to get up to in our city.
So without further ado, let's take a look at what your week could look like with our handy 'what's guide'.
Galleria Bottomless Thursday
Thursday 11 July 2024 | Armley Road, LS12 2DR
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Did someone say thirsty Thursday? Yep, Leeds' newest wood-fire kitchen and bar Galleria did.Â
They’re making Thursday the new Friday with their brand new Bottomless Thursday deal. We're talking two dishes plus unlimited drinks for a whopping 90 minutes, where you can pick from a huge menu of tipples including Aperol spritzes, spicy margaritas, espresso martinis and negronis.
Food wise you can pick one of their iconic wood-fired flatbreads as well as a seasonal plate, from fresh salads to wood-fired chicken with home fries.Â
The perfect pre-gig fuel before heading into Project House or just because you fancy breaking the rules and playing out on a weekday, book your table here.
Watch the Euros 2024
Wednesday 10 July (and hopefully Sunday 14) 2024 | All around the city
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The end of the tournament is almost upon us, so it's time to cheer on the lads as they bring the trophy home.
Whether you're heading to Millennium Square's official fan zone to watch the action or getting set up in one of our fantastic bars - there's a spot for everyone to get a front row seat of the action.
Saturday 13 July 2024 | Canal Wharf, Holbeck, LS11 5PS
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Feeling hungry? We hope so, because we’re in for a very delicious couple of months as Water Lane Boathouse prepare for the highly anticipated return of their summer food series.
And this weekend they're kicking it off with Oliver Award winner Herencia, making their debut at the venue and serving up the tastiest filipino-inspired grub that you can get your hands on.
Monday - Friday throughout July | 23 King Edward St, LS1 6AX
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It's time to say cheers to the class of 2024, and where better than Cut and Craft.
For just £45 per person, enjoy three courses plus a complimentary glass of Prosecco to toast to the class of 2024 with your loved ones on your special day.Â
Of course their steaks are a cut above the rest, but there’s an option to suit everyone from a delicate fillet of sea bass to sizzling halloumi fajitas.
To find out more and to book your table for the big day, take a look at their website.
The Junc Shed Opening
Friday 12 July 2024 | The Exchange, Whitehall, LS12 1BU
A brand new food offering is coming to Leeds' newest neighbourhood, The Junction, and it's set to be a tasty one.
Introducing The Junc Shed, situated beneath The Junction's iconic viaduct, this is a place where local hospitality businesses are welcomed and encouraged to show off their incredible creations to the public.
Opening the shed is Alfonso's Cuban Shack, a brand new food concept by Koben Smokehouse operating 7 days a week where visitors can enjoy a delicious breakfast menu featuring bagels and pastries, along with their signature low & slow smoked meats.
After making a name for itself over in Leeds city centre, Alfonso's Deli 2.0 has touched down in Horsforth.
Famed for it’s toasted Cuban sandwiches, stacked subs and loaded breakfast bagels - Alfonso's Deli in Leeds' beautiful Grand Arcade serve up some of the best sandwiches in the city.
They've built up such a good reputation in fact, that they have now opened a second deli in the up-and-coming suburb of Horsforth.
Located in a prime location on New Side Road, this deli has a slightly different look to their original space, complete with a beautiful red awning and stuffed to the brim with American memorabilia.
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Here you can find fresh Cuban coffee which goes wonderfully with their authentic toasted Cubano sandwiches, perfectly crafted with their house-made bread which are then pressed made-to-order.
New for Horsforth, they're now serving New York deli sandwiches on brand-new house schiacciata bread.
And the bread is as fresh as it gets, made in their own bakery downstairs alongside a selection of New York deli bakes.
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Stuffed with toppings such as smoked deli meats, cold cuts, fresh cheese and whatever else you fancy.
Oh and it doesn't stop there, you can also buy a cigar if you fancy it alongside a selection of merch, hot sauces and provisions like tinned fish.
So whether you're stopping by on your way to work for a morning coffee or treating yourself to a stellar sandwich for your lunch, Alfonso's Deli is here to whisk you away to Miami for the afternoon.
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They're officially opening their doors to the public this Thursday 15 October, and we just know it's going to go down and absolute storm.
Make sure to pop down and give them a big warm welcome to the neighbourhood.
Inside Proof – Sheffield’s new bookshop, bar and cafe all rolled into one
Clementine Hall
A beloved Sheffield bookshop is back but this time, there's booze.
You may remember back in January when Novel sadly had to close its doors due to circumstances beyond the team’s control.
Since opening in Crookes in 2024, co-owner Katie and the team had experienced ongoing intimidation and harassment, eventually leading to the decision to close the much-loved bookshop and bar indefinitely.
It was a heartbreaking turn of events for a business that had quickly become a much-loved part of the Crookes community.
Images: The Sheff
At the time, it felt like it might be the end of Novel but thankfully, it wasn't. Because Novel is back - but not quite as you might remember it.
Introducing Proof, your new bookshop/cafe/wine/beer bar.
It's basically everything we love in this world rolled into one, and we're big fans of it along with the rest of Crookes.
Of course the book selection is just as brilliant as it was at Novel, with shelves stacked with some of the hottest books around, all hand-picked by Kate, so you know you’re in safe hands when it comes to the reading recommendations.
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Great coffee is on hand courtesy of Cloud so you can settle in for a brew and a browse, but if that won't quite cut it they've also got a selection of natural wines and beer on offer. Genuinely, what more could you want?
Just grab a brew, pick up a book and settle in for a while. Is this one of the coolest new openings to hit Crookes? We reckon so.
They're open Fridays and Saturdays 12 - 10:30pm, so make sure you swing by and welcome Proof back to Crookes.
Clementine Hall -
8th July 2024 
