A pub in Leeds is hosting a murder mystery dinner this Halloween and it sounds just the thing for foodies who love to get a little spooky and play detective.
The Mustard Pot pub in Chapel Allerton is known for its delicious food and cask ales, attracting foodies across Leeds for an afternoon or evening soaking up the country chic vibes of this impressive Georgian-style spot.
But it's also known for another, spookier reason, as locals say it is haunted by not one but two ghosts. Supposedly, one resides behind the bar whilst another likes to hang about in the ladies' bathroom.
Multiple sightings have been reported of a woman in a long dress sweeping about the pub, and another person reported seeing someone in 'old fashioned clothes' behind its bar - which is not old itself, but rather a new extension.
All of this makes it the perfect location for a little Halloween dining if you ask us.
To kick off the Halloween weekend, the pub's owners have announced they'll be hosting a special murder mystery dinner here on Friday 29 October.
Serving up a three-course dinner as part of the murder mystery event, diners will immerse themselves in a fantasy world for the night as they attend the pub in honour of a film launch.
Invited to the pub to celebrate the success of fictional character Rod Cuer's latest blockbusting moving, the Little House of Horrors, whilst there a murder takes place - and it will land to you and your fellow diners to help solve the crime and apprehend the murder in time before they escape into the night.
Taking place from 7 pm, guests are invited to "dress for dinner or dress to scare."
Announcing the dinner on their Instagram page, the pub said:
"Tonight is party night.
"You are all invited to the pub to celebrate the success of Rod Cuer's latest blockbusting movie: Little House of Horrors.
"Hopefully with your help the crime can be solved and the murdered apprehended. "
Tickets for the event are priced at £40 per person, which includes your three-course meal and murder mystery experience. There will be a prize for the best-dressed table.
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.
Inside FaceGym – Leeds’ newest facial fitness studio loved by celebrities
Clementine Hall
We hope you're ready for your workout, because FaceGym has landed in Leeds.
You may be wondering...what on earth is Facegym? And to be fair, you've got a point.
FaceGym, as they themselves describe it, a 'non-invasive fitness studio concept for the face' using high-intensity facial massage, hand manipulation, and electrical muscle stimulation technology to tone, lift, and sculpt the face without surgery.
Sounds pretty fancy if you ask us, and it feels just as fancy from the moment you step through the door.
Images: The Hoot Leeds
Unsurprisingly, it's loved by celebrities worldwide who are looking to get snatched and ditch their gua sha.
Currently occupying five standalone stores in London, one in Cambridge as well as a pop-up in Space NK in Selfridges Manchester, FaceGym will be opening this Friday 18 September inside the coveted Victoria Gate, taking over a 1,772 square foot studio.
Images: The Hoot Leeds
The space really does look like a gym, ditching the standard beauty salon aesthetic for an American-style gym interior complete with the iconic red FaceGym balls all over the place.
A signature sculpt costs £110 for a 45 minute treatment, so it's definitely a treat if you're looking to have skin that can reflect the sun and cheekbones for days.
Images: The Hoot Leeds
Angelo Castello, chief executive at Facegym, said: “We’re incredibly excited to bring Facegym to Leeds and to open in the beautiful Victoria Gate. The city has a thriving beauty, wellness, and retail scene, making it the perfect location for our next studio.
“We’ve seen growing demand from customers across Yorkshire, and we can’t wait to introduce even more people to the benefits of facial fitness.”
You can find out more and book a treatment at FaceGym via their website here.
Georgina Pellant -
16th September 2021 
