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Aldi is selling wine and Prosecco advent calendars this Christmas
Imagine opening up your advent calendar every day to find a boozy treat inside. Aldi have pulled out all the stops for their alcoholic calendars this year.
If there's an advent calendar that ever spoke to our needs this time of year, this is it.
It's officially less than a month until advent calendar season starts.
Opening up those tiny doors to reveal the treat of the day is the December pick-me-up that we all need during this time of year.
Aldi must have heard our prayers for a new and exciting advent calendar that takes the edge off the day as they have just released a wine and prosecco calendar.
With a mixture of red, white, rose and sparkling wines to enjoy every day until Christmas, this advent calendar is the perfect combination of flavours to indulge in.
Over the weeks, you'll consume six bottles of 75cl wine and eight mini bottles of Prosecco DOC.
The Aldi Christmas bestseller is set to sell out quickly, especially as the boozy calendar is priced at £59.99, equating to less than £10 per bottle of wine.
There is also a craft beer and wine-only option available, priced at £44.99 and £49.99 respectively so if you want to save a glass of Prosecco for the 25th, there are still plenty of alcoholic advent calendars for you to choose from.
There is also a Haysmith's Gin Cracker Advent Calendar available. / Image: Aldi UK
Gin lovers, there's even an advent calendar for you.
Think traditional dry gin, rhubarb and gin, sloe gin, as well as flavours like seville orange and persian lime, raspberry and redcurrent and the most festive gin of all: spiced plum and clementine.
If these won't get you in the festive spirit, what will?
These advent calendars are exclusively available online, so you won't find them down the aisle of the Leeds supermarket stores.
They are limited to two per customer, so make sure you choose your boozy Christmas advent calendar wisely.
"After years of late nights, strong cocktails, and incredible stories; The Maven will close its doors"
It's a sad day for the Leeds night life scene, as a beloved speakeasy bar has today announced that it will be closing its doors for good.
The Maven has been a firm favourite for many years with those looking to enjoy some experimental and expertly made cocktails.
Hidden behind an unassuming door at the top of Call Lane, it was a great spot to visit if you were looking for something that little bit special.
Announcing the news to their social media, The Maven said: "From the bottom of our hearts we thank you for being our guests over the years and promise that until then, we'll do our best to give you the best nights out on Call Lane."
Luxury Leeds steakhouse to undergo huge £1.2 million renovation
Clementine Hall
Leeds restaurant The Cut & Craft has announced further expansion plans for the spring.
Swanky all-day dining restaurant and bar, The Cut & Craft, is expanding its popular Leeds site, investing a whopping £1.2 million to create a new adjoining elegant bar, lounge and private spaces.
Located within the former historic Collinson’s Cafe, the renovation will transform the former neighbouring Paul Smith store, to extend the existing brand offering.
The extension will celebrate the original beauty of the space, whilst acknowledging the legacy of Wallace Hartley - a talented musician who played at Collinson’s Cafe in the early 1900s before his role as bandleader on Titanic during its maiden voyage.
Images: The Hoot Leeds
The Grade II-listed building’s features including its iconic glass dome, stained glass and circular central bar will remain, with the addition of two beautifully designed private dining rooms.
The extension is due for competition this spring and will transform the existing venue into a space with seating for an impressive 370 covers.
Oscar Akgul, CEO at The Cut & Craft said: “Planning for this new chapter began within the first year of opening. By year two, it was clear that we required additional space to serve the city’s appetite for The Cut & Craft’s signature hospitality.
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“The brand’s deep affinity with the Victoria Quarter and the heritage of the building played an essential role in the decision to grow here.
“We want to thank our regular guests and everyone who has joined us at The Cut & Craft Leeds since opening and we look forward to entering this exciting new chapter with you all.”
Sophie Smith -
5th November 2021 
