Why? Because it's all in celebration of the restaurant opening on Tuesdays for the first time since launching, and that restaurant is the absolutely brilliant Bavette.
If you've not heard of Bavette then please allow us to fill you in.
Bavette is a gorgeous neighbourhood bistro that opened its doors over in Horsforth back in February last year.
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Owners Sandy and Clément are the ultimate hospitality husband duo, and since opening Bavette has taken the culinary world by storm scooping up every award possible.
From securing a spot on the Michelin Guide to being awarded the best local restaurant in the UK by The Good Food Guide, Bavette has gone from strength to strength and has truly made a name for itself for being a real local gem.
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Whether you're popping in for a slap-up steak dinner or gathering with family for a Sunday roast that will knock your socks off, Bavette will never disappoint.
And if you work in the industry, then we've got some good news for you as every Tuesday you can get 50% off all drinks at Bavette throughout September. What a winner.
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Announcing the news to Instagram, Bavette said: "To celebrate opening on Tuesdays from September, and to give a little back to all you amazing people in our industry we’re offering 50% off drinks on Tuesdays in September to anyone who works in hospitality. Just pop a note in your booking, letting us know where you work. Hopefully see you soon."
The drink offering is just as great as the food, with a selection of wines from Clément's family vineyard in France as well as a well thought out aperitif and cocktail list, there's a tipple for everyone to enjoy.
So, tell your hospitality pals and get a table booked so you can make the most out of this fantastic offer.
Authentic Turkish street food is coming to Kirkgate.
Leeds city centre is gearing up to welcome yet another new food spot, and this one is all about homemade lahmacun, shawarma wraps and plenty of signature tahini sauce.
Tahin will open its doors at 10 Kirkgate, next to The Cat Cafe, and with signs already up we don't think it'll be long until they welcome their first customers.
The restaurant is listed as a Turkish restaurant that specialise in their homemade tahini sauce, hence the name.
According to the restaurant's Instagram profile which has been going for a few years, Tahin also specialises in home-made lahmacun wraps alongside shawarma wraps.
For anyone unfamiliar with lahmacun, the Turkish staple is often described as a thin, crispy flatbread topped with a richly seasoned mixture of minced meat, herbs and vegetables.
Wrapped up with fresh salad and sauces, it makes for a satisfying and flavourful lunch to enjoy on-the-go.
Their Instagram suggests that Tahin once existed before back in 2022, so although this may not be a completely new venture, we're nevertheless very glad to see them back.
Its location puts it right in the middle of one of Leeds' busiest areas, making it the perfect mid-shopping pit stop for those wandering around Briggate or stopping for a bite to eat before heading out on the town.
The new opening comes at a time when Leeds' food scene is continuing to expand, with a string of independent restaurants and street-food concepts opening across the city centre throughout 2026.
This Leeds bistro has been named one of the best restaurants in the UK to plan a staycation around
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A much-loved neighbourhood Leeds restaurant has been given another major accolade.
There’s no shortage of brilliant places to eat in Leeds, but one Horsforth bistro has just been given a pretty huge seal of approval - and it might be worth planning your next staycation around.
The brilliant Bavette has been named one of the best neighbourhood restaurants in the UK to plan a staycation around by Condé Nast Traveller, appearing alongside a handpicked list of restaurants from across the country.
The list celebrates neighbourhood restaurants that are worth travelling for, with the magazine highlighting the growing appeal of venturing outside of busy city centres in search of smaller, more intimate places to eat.
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And Leeds has bagged itself a spot thanks to Bavette, and we can't say we're surprised.
The French-inspired neighbourhood bistro is run by chef Sandy Jarvis and his husband Clément Cousin.
Since opening in 2024, Bavette has quickly become one of the city's most talked-about restaurants, attracting diners far beyond its Horsforth home and scooping up accolades such as the 2024 Good Food Guide's Best UK Local Restaurant, a 2025 and 2026 Michelin Bib Gourmand, and a place in the 2026 National Restaurant Awards Top 100.
Condé Nast Traveller hails Bavette as "a true neighbourhood gem", saying: "The restaurant takes its cues from the couple’s London bistro roots, serving hearty yet elegant dishes made with seasonal ingredients.”
They finish by saying: "Reservations are hard to come by - but so worth it once you get your foot in the door."
We really couldn't agree more.
And while a trip to Horsforth might not technically count as a staycation for us Leeds locals, Bavette is certainly one restaurant worth crossing the city for.
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