Given the scorching weather this week, we're on the lookout for some foodie options to temporarily relieve the heat- and we've found some seriously cool options.
Roberto Authentic Italian Gelato is a true hidden gem, described by TripAdvisor users as "the best gelato"- and that includes tourists of Rome, Bologna, Pisa, Florence and Paris.
There's plenty of flavours to choose from. / Image: Roberto Gelato
Best of all, there's no need to travel to the motherland, or even the Yorkshire coast, to get a cone to battle the heatwave, this sweet treat spot is located right in the heart of the city centre.
Freshly churned and an abundance of flavours, there you can grab gelato by the scoop, fresh cannoli, coffees and other sweet treats from the Kirkgate Market stall, in Driffield, York or at a local pop up.
Recently spotted at Chow Down combining the highest quality ingredients from Italy and Yorkshire, you're unlikely to find flavours like Roberto's anywhere else.
There's flavours like Guinness Sorbet available. / Image: Roberto Gelato
In addition to your usual, but nonetheless exciting, pistachio cream, salted caramel and hazelnut, you'll find unique combos like passionfruit cheesecake and Guinness stout sorbet.
If that's not enough, there's even a "Bownana" made specially for your four-legged friend to cool off during the summer heatwave.
The latest addition to the menu is enough to get you into the markets on its own. The Robertone is a sweet pastry roll with a crunchy yet soft exterior that you can fill with a gelato, fruit and syrup of your choosing.
Roberto's Gelato isn't the only gelato store in Leeds that'll keep you going through this unprecedented heat wave, you can find The Hoot's guide to the best ice cream and gelatos in and around the city centre here.
Feature Image- Robertos Gelato
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A popular Caribbean street food restaurant is coming to Leeds this spring
Get ready to enjoy a taste of the Caribbean as Jerk Junction is gearing up to open in Leeds.
The street food favourite has made waves in the foodie scene over in Manchester and Liverpool, so it's only right that its making its way into Trinity Kitchen.
Jerk Junction specialises in authentic Caribbean flavours, from dumplings and jerk chicken to curried goat and rice and peas, it's all flame-grilled and packed with island spices.
It is expected to open this spring.
Image: The Manc Group
Steven Foster, Centre Director at Trinity Leeds, said: “We’re so excited to be welcoming Jerk Junction to Trinity Kitchen and we’re sure it will prove very popular. Bringing an authentic Caribbean flavour to Leeds, it’s the perfect new addition and complements our already stellar line-up of street food vendors.”
Jake Shaffi, founder at Jerk Junction, said: “Jerk Junction is all about real Caribbean food and culture. Everything we do is rooted in Jamaican tradition, from bold spices and authentic cooking to dishes that bring people together.
“For us, food is family. From our kitchen to every person who comes to our counter, we want people to feel the warmth, the energy and the spirit of the islands. We can’t wait to bring those authentic flavours and good vibes to Trinity Kitchen.”
The announcement follows news that the UK’s largest independent boutique bowling brand Lane7, and footwear retailers schuh and Footasylum, would be opening at Trinity Leeds later this year, whilst the LEGO Store will be relocating to a larger space within the shopping centre.
Beloved Leeds takeaway Souvlaki Corner to open new restaurant in Morley next month
Clementine Hall
A new Souvlaki Corner is set to open in south Leeds.
If you're a Leeds local who loves food, then you'll have most likely heard and dined at Souvlaki Corner.
It's an absolute gem of a restaurant and takeaway, situated in Wortley selling fabulous authentic Greek food at a great price.
And now they're opening a new site in the nearby town of Morley which is going to be even bigger and better. Get in.
The new site will feature a bigger space with more seating, offering both dine-in and takeaway options, as well as a brand-new bar.
Images: The Hoot Leeds
Now you're talking our language.
Souvlaki Corner told The Hoot: "We’re excited to confirm that Souvlaki Corner will be opening a new site in Morley, Leeds. Our targeted opening is in around four weeks, although we don’t have an exact opening date yet and will confirm this closer to the launch.
"One of the highlights of the new restaurant will be a traditional Greek spit where we will cook whole lamb in the proper Greek way. It will be cooked over charcoal to give the authentic Greek flavour that people would experience in Greece.
Images: The Hoot Leeds
"Our chefs are Greek, bringing authentic knowledge and experience from Greece. The interior design will also reflect the style of the Greek islands, so when people visit they will feel like they are stepping into a little part of Greece."
They continued: "Souvlaki Corner was created to bring authentic Greek street food to Leeds, focusing on freshly grilled souvlaki, gyros, and traditional flavours served quickly and affordably. Since launching our first location, the response from customers has been fantastic, and Morley felt like the natural next step as we continue to grow."
Sophie Smith -
13th July 2022 
