In celebration of National Boba Tea Day, CUPP in Trinity is giving away 100 free boba teas.
CUPP, one of the UK's most popular boba tea brands, is celebrating the day for the second year running.
Today, Tuesday 30 April 2024, CUPP will be giving away free boba tea to the first 100 customers at all of their UK stores.
Including their store right here in Trinity Leeds, which opens at 12pm if you're planning to be the first in the queue.
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The free boba tea will be shaken with oat milk from CUPP's partner brand that they have chosen for the celebration, Minor Figures.
Brand Director Angharad Jackson said “We are so happy to be back with another huge celebration for National Boba Tea Day 2024. We’re so passionate about boba and our loyal customers who support us every day - so what better way to give back than with FREE boba tea?
"We’ve also got a few other exciting freebies up our sleeves - keep your eyes peeled on our website and social media to learn more!”.
And not only that, but there will also be lots of fun activities and giveaways hosted in all CUPP stores where customers can win exciting prizes such as some CUPP limited edition merchandise.
Managing Director Paul Tanner "I'm thrilled to announce our National Boba Tea Day extravaganza - it's going to be bigger, bolder, and bursting with flavour!
"This year, we're stirring up even more excitement with fantastic collaborations that will have you bubbling with joy. Join us for a day filled with happiness and giving back to our communities! We can't wait to see you all!"
One of the city's best independents is expanding into a bigger premises.
Shokupan on Wellington Street is a proper little gem that food-lovers across Leeds will rave nonstop about if given the opportunity.
Husband and wife team Alan and Alison took inspiration from trips around the world to bring a taste of Japan to the city and over the past few years it's gained a loyal following.
They're famed for their delicious Japanese sandos made with pillow-like fluffy shokupan bread, stuffed with everything from crunchy chicken katsu and flavourful pork to fresh strawberries and whipped cream.
But it's not all just about sandwiches, they also serve rice bowls and katsu curries as well as small bites such as chicken karaage and octopus balls.
Their food is so bloody good, that they've had to find a better location and this time it's slap bang in the city centre on Central Road.
And they're joining brilliant company too, with the likes of House of Koko and Vinyl Grounds as neighbours.
Announcing the very exciting news to Instagram, Shokupan said: "You guessed right…we are moving to Central Road, LS1 6DE. We are nearly there…
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"All the building work is complete and now we are finishing off the decorating. You might also start to see some signage appearing over the next few days…It has been lovely seeing some of our customers dropping by to see us whilst we slowly lose our sanity.
"Powered on caffeine and determination! Not long to go before we can announce our opening date and welcome you through the doors."
We can't wait to check out the new space, keep an eye on their opening date here.
Cult favourite burger chain Burgerism is officially coming to Leeds this August
Clementine Hall
An award-winning burger chain is coming to one of Leeds' suburbs.
If you don't know Burgerism, then get to know.
The Manchester-based burger chain is known by many for its incredible smash patties and quick, reliable service.
Their concept is simple: good burgers made with quality ingredients and cooked fresh to order. Delicious.
And it's not just burgers, they've also got some great wings and fries available too with a range of homemade sauces on offer for dunking, drizzling and devouring. We're a particular fan of the buffalo wings with their garlic ranch dip.
The chain used to have a dark kitchen on the outskirts of the city where people could order via Deliveroo, however this closed down and since then there's been a Burgerism-shaped hole left in our foodie scene.
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Burgerism recently applied to move into a vacant shop unit in Meanwood at 605 Meanwood Road, seeking change-of-use planning permission for the former Papa Johns site which was previously only allowed to serve...well, pizzas.
And the plans have now been approved, which means Burgerism will officially be coming to Leeds. Hurray!
Burgerism's new takeaway will be walking distance from the The Meanwood Tavern, perfect for those looking for some post-pint burgers.
It will be strictly takeaway with no dine-in option available.
The brand-new Burgerism will employ 15 people from the local area with food being served between 11am and 11pm.
We'll keep you up to date as and when we find out more, but for now we're aware that Burgerism Leeds is set to open this August.
Clementine Hall -
30th April 2024 
