To celebrate National Pizza Day, the launch of Rudy's third pizzeria opening in Leeds and just because we thought - who wouldn't want pizza for a year? - we've got one heck of a giveaway lined up for you.
The lucky winner will receive Famiglia Card - a special 'black card' that means you will have access to a whole lot of pizza throughout the year.
The Famiglia Card can be used twice a week for an entire year at any of Leeds three venues - so you can make your way around Leeds every week and have some of the best scran in town without forking out a penny.
How to enter this mammoth giveaway
It really couldn't be more straight forward.
To be in with a chance of winning a year's worth of Rudy's pizza, all you need to do is head to our Instagram, give us a follow (@thehootleeds) and Rudy's (@wearerudyspizza), and comment someone that you'd take for pizza, or that might want to enter too.
There's bonus points for sharing onto your story, and every comment will count as one entry- so make sure to tag as many friends as you can to increase your chances.
The giveaway winner will be announced by The Hoot Leeds and Rudy's ONLY. Please do not follow any other accounts claiming to be a part of this or respond to any messages apart from @thehootleeds and @wearerudypizza.
T&Cs apply - and can be found on the Rudy's website here.
Rudy's Pizzeria brings a slice of Italy to the north - and we love them for it
Born in 2015 in Ancoats, Manchester, the foodie favourite has since expanded across the north to bring Marinara, Margherita and Calabrese to Leeds, Manchester, Liverpool, Birmingham and even the capital.
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Having opened a second site last year in Chapel Allerton, Rudy’s is continuing to bring Leeds a true Italian feast, with fresh pizzas made using Caputo ‘00’ flour (which ferments for at least 24 hours), with quality ingredients imported from Naples, including the likes of San Marzano tomatoes grown on fields next to Mount Vesuvius, and Fior di Latte mozzarella.
As for drinks, you’ll find a classic Italian-dominated wine list, popular aperitivos like Aperol Spritz and Campari soda, and a selection of different beers and softs.
How does the Famiglia Card work?
Essentially, a black card is a sign of being a ‘top fan’ of a food or drinks vendor that gives you unlimited free food. Nandos ‘High Five’ black card, as seen from the likes of Stormzy and Ed Sheeran started the trend and the concept has since become a national phenomenon.
Now the concept of a special card has been around for a while now, but the Rudy's version is as rare as they come - so any recipient will be sure to treasure this.
The idea is that you simply walk into any of Leeds' Rudy's restaurants and show the staff your Famiglia Card and get your pizza on the house.
That's it - as simple as can be.
The Famiglia Card is a big deal in the pizza world. / Image: Rudy's
Where can I find my nearest Rudy's?
There's three in total in Leeds. One in the city centre, just moments from the train station on New Station Street - so it's perfect for meeting friends, a work lunch break or winding down from a long day before heading on your commute home.
The second is in Chapel Allerton. Having opened in the suburb last summer, the pizzeria took over the former Casa Mia site on Stainbeck Road and has been tempting locals and newcomers out of the city centre with light and crisp pizzas, unlike anything else you'll find in the local area.
The new site will see a new foodie hotspot appear on Otley Road in Headingley in March, and there will be ample opportunity to taste test the authentic Neapolitan classics once open.
Whitelock’s Ale House has announced the return of its annual Beer Festival - hoorah!
There’s nothing quite like a nice fresh pint, and we all know Whitelock’s Ale House know how to pour a good one.
So it's with great glee that we can fill you in on their upcoming Beer Festival which will be returning to the iconic festival from Thursday 18 to Sunday 21 June 2026.
The four-day festival will celebrate the best of independent brewing in Leeds, with beers sourced exclusively from local breweries.
Featured breweries will include Northern Monk, Kirkstall Brewery, Anthology, Amity Brew Co. and more.
Known as the oldest pub in Leeds, Whitelock’s Ale House has long championed independent beers and local brewing culture.
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This year’s festival aims to spotlight the strength and diversity of the city’s brewing scene, with the tagline 'Beer tastes better up north!'
Beer will be pouring throughout the weekend across Whitelock's Ale House and The Turk's Head, with further brewery announcements and festival details set to be shared in the coming weeks via their Instagram.
The best part? Entry to the festival is completely free.
Talking about this year’s festival, General Manager Beth said: “Beer has always been at the heart of Whitelock’s, so this felt like the right year to celebrate both the breweries on our doorstep and the city we’ve called home for more than 300 years.
"Leeds has a brilliantly strong independent beer scene right now, and we’re looking forward to showcasing some of the best breweries the city has to offer across the weekend.”
You can find out more about Whitelock's Ale House and their fabulous Beer Festival here via their website. Cheers to that!
Inside Leeds’ very first sauna and ice bath cafe hidden behind a railway arch
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Get ready to take the plunge Leeds, as a community-led sauna and ice bath concept has landed in the city centre.
Hidden behind a railway arch in Saxton Gardens, Kontrast has brought its popular sauna and ice bath concept to the city.
Following the huge success of its Manchester site, Kontrast Leeds combines saunas, ice baths and a cafe designed to bring wellness into everyday life.
The Leeds space features two traditional saunas, one infrared saunas and four ice baths each varying in temperature between 3 and 13 degrees.
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The space is absolutely gorgeous, complete with trendy tin ceilings, fairy lights and soft furnishings.
Plunge pools can be enjoyed solo or shared, depending on what guests choose, giving people the opportunity to shape each session around exactly what they need that day.
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The same goes for the saunas, with one silent and one sauna giving guests the option to come for conversation or reflection.
Single sessions will cost just £12 for 45 minutes, with 90-minute sessions from £20.
There's a fab little cafe too offering all sorts from electrolyte slushes to ginger shots and a range of coffees and matcha.
Images: The Hoot Leeds
Known for making sauna and ice feel more accessible, welcoming and community-driven, Kontrast has grown beyond regular sessions to become a base for recurring events. These include their live ambient DJ set event, Unwind, which celebrates local talent, and their weekly run club, both of which the team hopes to bring to Leeds as part of building a similar sense of community in the city.
Officially opening their doors this Friday 29 May, Kontrast are offering free sessions over the weekend so you can try before you buy. Book your spot here.