Make yourself some toasty treats whilst grabbing your Christmas shopping.
Naturally, Trinity shopping centre is likely to make an appearance on anyone's Christmas shopping stop. Between the huge kitchen space with pop up food trucks to the wealth of stores- including some gorgeous independent creative spaces- it's easy to spend hours hunting down the perfect gift.
The much-loved Après Ski-themed decorations are up and there's plenty of Christmas trees to remind you of the holidays as you stroll through the floors- but now you can also grab a sweet treat and learn how to decorate s'mores for yourself.
The shopping centre has announced that it will be launching its first-ever make-your-own s’mores pop-up alongside a number of 'Après Ski Weekender' events and decorations.
Trinity is in the Christmas spirit already. / Image: Supplied
It all kicks off this weekend from Saturday 26 November 2022 with DJs bringing festive hits to shoppers and a special giveaway- including handmade s'mores kits.
Then, those wanting to get messy with an interactive foodie experience should return the following weekend for a 'special s'mores experience' on Saturday 3 December and Sunday 4 December 2022.
Grab yourself a pot of mouthwatering s’mores with crumbled cookies and melted chocolate ganache, finished with pillowy marshmallow from Leeds-based business The Marshmallowist- all for free over the December weekend.
But that's not all, each pot of s’mores will be toasted to perfection with customisable flavours like vanilla, raspberry, champagne and gingerbread all hand-piped onto the s'mores, before adding sprinkles of toppings like Christmas pudding and honeycomb to ‘bacon crumble’ and roasted parsnip crisps.
Nick Jones, Assistant Centre Director at Trinity Leeds, said: “Christmas is just around the corner and we’re celebrating in style at Trinity Leeds, with live DJ performances, special surprises and giveaways and free sweet treats to get everyone in the festive spirit.
“We’re excited to announce the launch of our unique custom s’mores pop-up, which is like nothing we have ever done before at the centre. With festive flavours such as pigs in blankets, roast parsnips and Christmas pudding with brandy soaked fruit, we’re sure the delicious pick-me-up will go down a treat with guests.”
There will also be a gift wrapping service available from Trinity Guest Services that will be running from Thursday 1 December until Christmas Eve. All donations will go towards the St Vincent's charity, who help to support vulnerable people and families across the city centre.
For more information on the Après Ski activities or how to get involved in any of the festivities at the shopping centre, visit the Trinity Leeds website.
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National food critic crowns Leeds restaurant as one of his top three in Britain
Renowned food critic Jay Rayner is singing his praises about a certain Leeds restaurant.
And it's probably a restaurant you've walked past time and time again, but have never thought to pop in.
Named Sous Le Nez, this independent French-inspired bistro and wine bar is tucked away in the basement of Quebec House on Quebec Street, right in the heart of the city centre.
Translating roughly as "under the nose", it's particularly fitting as its food and wine is now being hailed as some of the best in Britain by Jay Rayner himself.
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Feeding the people of Leeds since 1991, has some of the best food in the city been under our nose this whole time?
Appearing on the Routes LNER podcast hosted by Jenni Falconer, Rayner was asked about his favourite three restaurants in Britain to which Sous Le Nez got a very special mention.
Jay Rayner said: “Sous Le Nez, an old stager in Leeds that has been there a very long time.
“Great wine list. Nothing on the menu will surprise you but it is done very very well.”
Elsewhere on the podcast, he gives a very quick shoutout Domo in Sheffield (also now in Leeds) for their special Lobster on toast.
It's safe to say that Jay loves a bit of Leeds, back in January he gave The Highland Laddie a glowing review hailing it 'the pub that refuses to die' and in 2024 he labeled Zucco in Meanwood 'the perfect Italian'.
High, high praise indeed. You can listen to the podcast here and you can find out more about the fabulous Sous Le Nez here.
Popular Yorkshire burger chain to move into old Five Guys site in Leeds city centre
Clementine Hall
From one burger chain to the next...
The big Five Guys site on Duncan Street by The Corn Exchange has been empty for quite some time now, after the chain moved into a new premises on the top floor of Trinity Shopping Centre.
But now, a new burger joint is taking its place.
Urban Fresh Burger was born back in 2017 over in Doncaster and has since built a cult following across Yorkshire, opening a total of five sites.
Their selling point is offering a 'healthier' style of burger using fresh and local ingredients, all of which are fully customisable and made to order.
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But don't just take our word for it, here's how Urban Fresh Burger describe themselves: "A healthier choice with flawless flavour, our signature smashed burgers and hand-cut fresh fries keep customers coming back.
"Our secret sauce? Choosing only the freshest, best quality ingredients from local suppliers. It’s a commitment we’ve held true to since day one, and one we’ll never compromise on."
So, what can you expect to see on the menu? Of course - burgers. We're talking beef burgers, chicken burgers and veggie burgers that come with free unlimited toppings so you can stack yours to your heart's desire.
Choose from a huge list such as lettuce, jalapenos, tomato, coleslaw, onion, grilled mushrooms - the list really does go.
Elsewhere on the menu you'll find chicken tenders, boneless wings, mozzarella sticks and milkshakes.
Pretty much, they're bringing everything you're craving on your next cheat day to Duncan Street, and we're sure it's going to go down a storm. We'll keep you updated with an opening date as and when we find out.
Find out more about what to expect from Urban Fresh Burger here.
Sophie Smith -
22nd November 2022 
