To kick off the festive season, Grantley Hall's brand new orchard will become an alpine-themed winter wonderland: with möet and mulled wine on the menu.
The ultimate wintry retreat has arrived, and it's less than an hour away from Leeds.
Think Alpine chic, with all the festive trimmings, set in the grounds of a historic estate: it's fine-dining at its best.
The Orchard at Grantley Hall will become Aprés, an alpine-themed drinking and dining destination, ready to bring all the Christmas cheer to your table.
Inspired by snowy mountaintops and cosy cabins, Aprés intends to be a sensory experience that won't be forgotten.
The Orchard at Grantley Hall will be the perfect place to relax, alpine-style. / Image: Grantley Hall
Snack on delicious small plates like Three Cheese Arancini or dip Gruyére croutons into Caramelised French Onion Soup before moving on to the main courses that Aprés have to offer.
On the menu you'll find all the best winter warmers, from traditional European favourites like slow braised Beef Cheek Bourguignon with creamed potatoes and Warmed Ratte Potato Salad with truffle dressing.
The Traditional Cheese Fondue is perfect for sharing. Cured meats, ratte potatoes, cornichons and pickled onions with sourdough and, of course, an seemingly endless supply of gooey melted cheese.
Save room for desert as the Aprés menu needs to be thoroughly sampled: all three courses.
The Melting Valrhona Hot Chocolate Cake is a show-stopper that even Mary Berry would be tempted by. Served with homemade marshmallows and malted milk chocolate sauce: the effortless fusion of the hot drink and sweet treat showcases festive menus at their finest.
Luxurious cocktails are also on the menu, alongside the well-known Grantley punch selections like the orignial blend of framboise, fraise, vodka, champagne float and lemon juice or their Waterfall Punch with elderflower gin, lemon and mediterranean tonic.
Moët and Ruinart champagnes are amongst some of the fine collection at Aprés, alongside carefully selected wines from around the world.
The venue will look spectacular in the twilight hours. / Image: Grantley Hall
Based in Ripon, just North of Harrogate, Aprés at The Orchard will be open from Saturday 6 November, but due to popular demand their opening night launch party has already sold out.
The North West’s most ordered burger has landed in Leeds, and it’s easy to see why it’s loved by so many.
If you don't know about Burgerism, then get to know.
The iconic burger brand, which started life as a dark kitchen off an industrial estate in Salford, is now almost ready to welcome fans into its first Leeds location.
Set to open tomorrow – Wednesday 23 September – Burgerism will be serving up their signature smash burgers from a new site over in Meanwood.
Images: The Hoot Leeds
The site sits right next to The Meadwood Tavern on Meanwood Road, the perfect location for if you're out and about and looking for a bit of grub after a few pints.
The interior is sporting the bright Burgerism orange, and although it is mainly a takeaway restaurant there are a few seats for sit-in.
You’ll be able to order your food at the counter, via self-service kiosks, or through click-and-collect on the Burgerism website.
Images: The Hoot leeds
Highlights on the menu will, as always, include the fan-favourite Cheesed (two smashed patties, cheese, lettuce, tomato, pickle, onion and the brand’s signature sauce, served in a seeded brioche bun), as well as a range of chicken burgers, fries, and wings.
Everything is made fresh to order, and even their sauces and dips are made entirely in-house.
Images: The Hoot Leeds
And the good stuff doesn't stop there, as to celebrate the grand opening they'll be giving away the first 100 customers from 5pm a 'Comeback Card' where you'll eat on them during your next visit. So get there early if you don't want to miss out
The Meanwood site will be the sixth Burgerism site following its five openings elsewhere in Greater Manchester.
A new açai cafe promising to be Leeds’ ‘neighbourhood social club’ is opening soon
Clementine Hall
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.
Sophie Smith -
3rd November 2021 
