A cafe in Yorkshire has started selling its full English breakfasts for just 99p in a bid to help customers who are feeling the pinch from the cost of living emergency.
Tastee in Sheffield has partnered with a local meat supplier in order to offer the fry up - comprised of one egg, one sausage, a portion of beans, a slice of bacon and tomatoes - for under £1.
Usually, the breakfast would cost you £3.50 - but the cafe's owners have decided to drop the price as they acknowledge many people in the area are struggling following big hikes in taxes, petrol, energy and food costs.
The cafe's co-owner Nadine Grant told the BBC she and her staff just wanted to do their bit "to try and help the local community", adding that people "can't afford to spend on food like they used to".
A full English breakfast. Image: Flickr
Ms Grant continued: "They don't spend as much, or come in as often. It's obviously because of the situation at the moment."
"It is a big drop, but I had a word with my meat suppliers and they are helping us out a bit."
In spite of being hit with spirally energy and food costs herself, Ms Grant still wanted to do something to help local families who were struggling and so had a conversation with her meat supplier about providing certain items for less.
It's not the first time that she has done something to help struggling families, either, having previously helped to make up packed lunches for children and families in need during the pandemic.
The cafe, in Gleadless, serves a range of prepared hot and cold food to eat in or takeaway starting with breakfast and stretching into tea.
As well as the excellently priced full English, other items on the menu include baked potatoes, homemade cheese pies, hot roast pork rolls with stuffing, dip and apple sauce, chicken curry and chips with naan, and fish and chips.
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Leeds zoo named one of the best in the country as it receives national mark of excellence by experts
Lotherton Hall’s Wildlife World has received an official mark of excellence from the British and Irish Association of Zoos and Aquarium.
After a visit from experts earlier this year, the Wildlife World at Lotherton Hall is now officially credited by the organisation.
The achievement recognises the high quality of the zoo in animal welfare, education, conservation and research.
The accreditation also ranks the zoo as one of the best in the country.
The centre is home to a range of wildlife species including wallabies, capybaras, penguins, emus and critically endangered Visayan warty pigs.
Image: Supplied, Leeds City Council
The zoo also takes part in international breeding and conservation programmes.
Councillor Mohammed Rafique, Leeds City Council’s executive member for climate, energy, environment and green space, said: “I’d like to congratulate all the staff at Lotherton Wildlife World on the great work they undertake in making sure that the zoo holds a world class standard. This accreditation shows our high standard of animal care and the passion we have for helping support international conservation efforts.
“At both Wildlife World and Tropical World there’ll be lots going on for Love Your Zoo week, and they both make a great day out for the whole family.”
Dr Jo Judge, the CEO of BIAZA congratulated Wildlife World on their achievement. She said: “Receiving accredited status is not an easy thing to do. It is testament to the passion and hard work of every member of staff.”
“Our accreditation program means visitors can be sure that BIAZA zoos and aquariums are dedicated to looking after their animals to the highest standard and to inspirational work in conservation and education. We need good zoos more than ever. We face a nature crisis and we have the power to make a big difference.”
You can find out more about Lotherton Hall's Wildlife World here.
Hollywood actor Stanley Tucci spotted in Ilkley at local coffee shop
Clementine Hall
A neighbourhood coffee shop were left starstruck as Stanley Tucci popped in for a brew.
It seems that even Hollywood A-listers love a trip to the beloved spa town of Ilkley.
Stanley Tucci, known for his iconic roles in The Devil Wears Prada, The Lovely Bones and The Hunger Games was seen in Ilkley yesterday, Tuesday 19 May.
Thirty Nine Coffee Company, a popular brunch spot on Ilkley's main street The Grove, welcomed Tucci and his crew for a coffee after he was spotted filming at a local pub just across the road.
Image: Thirty Nine Coffee Co
After this, it was said he went to go watch his own film The Devil Wears Prada 2 at The Ilkley Cinema.
Posting the news to Instagram, Thirty Nine Coffee Company said: "Look who popped in for a Thirty Nine coffee - awesome to meet the amazing @stanleytucci - what an amazing chap and lovely crew - so glad you enjoyed our coffee!"
Pictures were posted of Stanley taking selfies with the staff, clad in his usual trendy get-up consisting of chunky glasses, flat cap, wax jacket and scarf.
Image: Thirty Nine Coffee Co
The owners of Thirty Nine said he loved his coffee that they served him and hey, if it's good enough for Stanley then it's good enough for us.
It's not clear what he was filming in Ilkley, but the actor is known for presenting a number of foodie documentaries so it could be something to do with this. We'll keep you posted when we know more.
Georgina Pellant -
10th June 2022 
