The Grand Pacific in the Queens Hotel have launched a Halloween High Tea menu, complete with spooky cocktails.
From 25 October - 7 November, the Queens Hotel will be treating customers to a high tea with a Halloween twist. Luckily, there will be no tricks, only treats in the shapes of spooky sandwiches, pumpkin smores and more.
This experience promises to be a spooky afternoon out for the entire family throughout half term.
Meat eaters can tuck into a delicious selection of savoury crumpets and smoked salmon potato cakes before snacking on mouthwatering cheesy sandwiches, or opt for a crispy chicken sandwich.
This spooky selection is the perfect afternoon tea to tuck into this half term. / Image: Grand Pacific
Vegetarians also have a tempting menu to choose from, with tofu sandwiches prepared and avocado potato cakes as a healthy alternative to the savoury version.
Of course, it wouldn't be an afternoon tea experience without a sweeter selection and the Grand Pacific have got a range of autumnal-themed cakes to choose from.
Pumpkin macaroons, s’mores inspired by the warm embers of a bonfire, cinnamon scones and lemon tarts in spooky shapes are all available in the afternoon tea selection.
The afternoon tea costs from £23 per person, but there are also some haunted Halloween cocktails on offer for an additional price.
If you thought it was impossible for a drink to give you a fright, think again. The bold blue cocktail available over Halloween has a remarkably realistic eyeball sweet hanging from the glass that's bound to give you goosebumps.
Can you spot the eyeball in this delicious cocktail? / Image: Grand Pacific
Of course, all of your favourite boozy beverages will be available from the bar, along with classics like the 'Posh Colada', made from Pineapple-Infused Rum & Coconut Ice Ball, and 'The Grand Pacific G&T' with Lychee & Lemongrass Infused Gin, Aperol, Yuzu Sake, Rose Water & Tonic.
For more information, visit the Queens Hotel website or pop into the Grand Pacific next time you're passing through the city centre.
After being 'missing' for decades, a long-lost episode of The Morecambe and Wise Show is set to air on the BBC this month.
In what is already gearing up to be a memorable moment, the episode - which was first broadcast on the BBC on 16 September 1968, and was thought to have been lost forever before being recovered - will be shown on BBC Four and BBC iPlayer in a couple of weeks time to coincide with when Eric Morecambe would have turned 100 years old.
The episode was discovered by Film Is Fabulous! - which is a charitable trust run by film collectors and television enthusiasts.
It was found in the estate of a former television industry professional, before being returned to the BBC.
Audiences tuning in to the episode can expect to see sketches written by Sid Green and Dick Hills - with Ann Hamilton appearing as Pauline in a sketch set in a nudist colony, while Jenny Lee-Wright plays Eric’s niece, a balloon dancer.
📢 ‘Missing’ episode of The Morecambe and Wise Show is coming to the BBC!
A long-lost episode first broadcast in 1968 will be shown on BBC Four and @BBCiPlayer on Thursday 14 May, to coincide with when Eric Morecambe would have turned 100
It also includes a musical performance from The Paper Dolls, who enjoyed hits in the 1960s.
This 'lost' programme is the third episode from Morecambe and Wise’s first series after returning to the BBC, following a period working with commercial television.
Eric Morecambe’s daughter, Gail, has described the recovery of the episode as 'a lovely surprise', adding: "I’m really looking forward to seeing it on a screen once again after so many years."
Gary Morecambe, Eric's son, added: "I honestly didn’t think there was anything out there left to find, and when something like this comes out of nowhere, it’s really quite wonderful. Hats off to Professor Justin Smith and his team, whose dedication and hard work brought this gem back to us. I’m very excited about seeing it for the first time since I was 12."
This long-lost episode of The Morecambe and Wise Show will be broadcast on BBC Four at 8pm on on Thursday 14 May, and available to watch whenever you like on BBC iPlayer from then.
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The world’s smallest pub is opening in Leeds’ biggest beer garden this weekend
Clementine Hall
A teeny tiny micro-pub is coming to Leeds city centre this bank holiday weekend.
This weekend, from Saturday 2 to Sunday 3 May, Rita’s in Leeds will host the arrival of a travelling micro-pub dubbed the World’s Smallest, beating out World Record holders, in their huge beer garden.
Licor 43's Tiny Taberna features a 2.15m x 1.5m space that has been drawing crowds across the UK for doing something very simple, very well: shrinking the pub experience down to its absolute smallest form and pairing it with one of the country’s most talked-about viral drinks trends.
You won't be able to get your average pint here though, this adorable little bar will only serve Rita’s Mini Beer, commonly known as the Baby Beer.
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The Baby Beer is a shot made with Licor 43 and topped with a creamy layer to mimic the look of a perfectly poured pint. And trust us, it's just as delicious as it is cute.
Made with Licor 43, mixed with a velvety layer of cream liqueur, the flavour is indulgent with notes of vanilla, caramel and creamy sweetness.
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You may have seen these drinks online too, with videos of the Baby Beer going viral across social media racking up millions of views.
Styled as a Spanish-inspired bar, the Tiny Taberna invites you to gather with mates, step inside and enjoy a Baby Beer in this immersive and fun space. Obviously, you'll have to take some great pics for the gram too.
Rita’s beer garden, already known as one of the city’s largest, will not only play host to the pint-sized pub, but will also be serving their usual cocktail menu throughout the weekend.
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The Tiny Taberna will be at Rita’s Leeds for two days only, from Saturday 2nd to Sunday 3rd May, serving Mini Beers from 7-9pm.
The best part? Those who purchase any beer this Bank Holiday weekend will be able to claim a free Mini Beer from the installation with a voucher. We'll see you there.
Sophie Smith -
20th October 2021 
