Tavassoli's Cafe has long been a favourite in Leeds, but now it looks like they're set to get even busier after announcing they've put pornstar and espresso martinis on tap.
A long-standing Leeds favourite, the Greek cafe is popular with those in the know for its tasty gyros and chip dishes - which can also be enjoyed as part of its incredibly in-demand bottomless brunch offer.
Praised by many as being "great value for money," the bottomless offer includes 90 minutes of unlimited cocktails, beer or prosecco plus one of their famous gyros and chips of your choice for just £30.
A long-standing Leeds favourite, the Greek cafe is popular with those in the know for its tasty gyros and chip dishes / Image: Tavassoli's Cafe
Currently, these new on-draught cocktails aren't part of the bottomless offer - but Tavassoli's certainly seem to be considering it.
Announcing the new additions to their bar on Instagram, they asked their followers if they would be interested in seeing pornstar and espresso martinis to the bottomless deal too.
Explaining that they were thinking to update their bottomless offering, the restaurant said:
"*** PORNSTAR ON DRAFT ***
"So we have a new toy! PORNSTAR MARTINI & ESPRESSO MARTINI on draft!
"We were thinking to put this on the bottomless brunch 👀 but obviously it'll slightly higher price per person.
The popular greek cafe, bar and grill has added pornstar and espresso martinis on tap / Image: Tavassoli's Cafe
"Would you be comfortable to pay £35 per person for the Bottomless Brunch with these cocktails as extras on the menu?
"We also thought to charge only £2 per glass each time for those on bottomless brunch instead?
"Comment below to let us know!"
Comments so far have been mixed, with many saying they thought it was a great idea and they'd be really keen to see the on-tap cocktails added to the menu.
However, it's never that simple - with one person objecting outright and a few others had some opinions, with some voting down the bar's suggestions of paying £2 extra per cocktail whilst giving the thumbs up to increasing the overall price to £35.
User alexx_dickinson really wasn't keen, saying: "Please don’t do this, your normal cocktails are perfect.
"These on tap ones can be bought anywhere and at loads of local pubs for cheap, people come to yous for the handmade gorgeous cocktails instead!"
It remains yet to be seen if the bar will add the drinks onto the bottomless - but if you have strong feelings, we highly recommend you hop on over to their Instagram and weigh in before a final decision is made.
You can check out Tavassoli's profile on Instagram here.
A bookshop in Leeds is inviting its customers to vandalise Harry Potter books for charity.
Well, this is definitely one we haven't seen before.
The Bookish Type on Great George Street in Leeds is a fabulous independently-owned queer bookshop that prides itself on being a safe space for all.
They're raising money for trans healthcare by inviting customers to vandalise Harry Potter novels for just 25p per go.
A bargain if you ask us, and all for a good cause. And don't worry, all the books are second hand and have been donated.
Images: The Hoot Leeds
If you're not understanding the immediate connection between the two, then allow us to fill you in.
J.K. Rowling, the author of the famous Harry Potter novels, has over recent years expressed transphobic comments and anti-trans political beliefs on social media.
Yesterday, Wednesday 25 March, the trailer for the new HBO Max Harry Potter series was released which has encouraged many people to speak out against Rowling and claim she should no longer be supported.
So, The Bookish Type are showing support for the trans community and asking those who feel frustrated to have a doodle and whilst they're at it, donate to a good cause.
If you're not able to make it into the shop, The Bookish Type have said "You will soon be able to donate online and we will personally deface a page with your message/doodle/scribble."
We're absolutely obsessed.
Find out more about The Bookish Type and if you can, pop in for a browse and a doodle whilst you're at it.
Featured image - The Bookish Type Leeds (Supplied)
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Leeds to be transformed into a giant board game as Trivial Pursuit takes over the city
Clementine Hall
Leeds is set to become a giant board game this summer as Trivial Pursiot arrives in the city centre to celebrate a landmark moment in its history.
To mark 400 years since Leeds was granted its royal charter, LeedsBID (Leeds Business Improvement District) is transforming the city into a live interactive version of Hasbro’s iconic Trivial Pursuit board game, inviting residents and visitors to test their knowledge of all things Leeds.
It follows the huge success of the MONOPOLY Leeds Takeover back in summer 2024 and this year, LeedsBID is once again working with leading game, IP and toy company Hasbro to bring another of its iconic games to life.
This time, the focus is on the stories, achievements and surprising facts that have shaped Leeds over four centuries.
Running from 25 July to 30 August 2026, the free experience will see participants journey across the city centre answering questions and collecting wedges, just like the classic trivia game.
Key locations will represent the six traditional Trivial Pursuit categories: Entertainment, Geography, Sports & Leisure, Science and Nature, History, and Art & Literature.
Matt Proulx, Senior Vice President of Global Experiences, Partnerships and Music at Hasbro said: “After the incredible response to the MONOPOLY Leeds Takeover in 2024, we’re proud to collaborate with LeedsBID once again to reimagine another iconic brand in a bold new way.
"This is exactly how we think about Global Experiences at Hasbro - taking our brands beyond the table and creating experiences that are social, shareable and deeply connected to the communities they celebrate."
Andrew Cooper, Chief Executive of LeedsBID, said: “TRIVIAL PURSUIT Leeds is about celebrating everything about this great city, from those headline facts and figures people know to the lesser-known surprising details and discoveries.
“LeedsBID’s raison d’etre is to put Leeds on the map and tell the stories and successes of the city. Trivial Pursuit Leeds is doing just that, providing a free, fun and entertaining activity for all ages while sharing new and interesting achievements of this amazing place.”
Georgina Pellant -
16th September 2021 
