In the award finals you've all been waiting for, we're pleased to announce that a Yorkshire takeaway has officially been crowned the best in the whole of the UK at the BTA's (British Takeaway Awards) this week.
You might think that a Yorkshire takeaway winning this award would be serving up pies or fish and chips, but you'd be wrong. Japanese restaurant Sakushi won hands down in two categories, taking home the gong for both the best takeaway in Britain and the best takeaway in Yorkshire at the ceremony.
Let's be honest, us Yorkshire lot love a good takeaway treat - and it seems that Sakushi came out head and shoulders above the competition, impressing with its mixture of hand-rolled sushi, katsu, teriyaki and gyoza.
Delivering up to 12 miles from the restaurant, the Sheffield restaurant also covers a huge radius seven days a week - putting paid to the 3-mile average delivery radiuses of most door-to-door app delivery services such as Uber Eats.
They've certainly been going above and beyond for their customers, we think it's fair to say.
Sharing the news to their social media, the team said:
"Sakushi isn't just the best in Yorkshire! We are the best in the UK! Thank you so much to everyone and it is our pleasure to serve you the best Japanese in the country!
Judged by Asma Khan from Netflix’s Chef’s Table and Mowgli founder and TV chef Nisha Katona MBE, they were up against some tough competition but cleared the floor by takihg home not one but two top awards on the night.
As well as claiming all the glory, Sakushi took home a total cash prize of £6,000 for the two awards combined, as well as being gifted £200 to spend on Just Eat takeaways.
Andrew Kenny, Managing Director of Just Eat, said: “Takeaway food is a massive part of our British culture and this year more than ever we wanted to recognise the local takeaways that kept the nation fed, while also making an immeasurable contribution to their local communities and the UK economy.
“From delivering a taste of normality when communities needed it most to providing healthier options we want to congratulate all of the deserving winners for continuing to bring the nation the food they love.”
Take a look at Sakushi's full menu here and for more updates, you can follow them on Instagram.
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.
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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.”
This iconic Leeds pub is selling 25p pints for the weekend alongside a 70’s-inspired menu
Clementine Hall
Whitelock's Ale House in Leeds are turning back the clocks for four days only.
Ever fancied giving time travel a go? Well now's your chance, as a historic Leeds pub are looking back to time gone by for the weekend.
Whitelock's Ale House are collaborating with Double Diamond beer, an iconic British pale ale made popular in the 70's and now somewhat having a resurgence.
From this Thursday 26 February until Sunday 1 March 2026, pints of Double Diamond will be available for just 25p.
Yep, you can't even get a Freddo for 25p these days let alone a cold, refreshing pint.
Guests will be able to grab their first pint of Double Diamond for 25p along with a nostalgic specials menu from the Whitelock's kitchen.
And if you know anything about their food, it's always class so this specials menu will be absolutely no exception.
The specials menu includes a french onion quiche, a coronation chicken sandwich, gammon, pineapple, egg and chips and to top it all off, a raspberry Swiss roll with custard.
You can get three courses for just £30 and you can either pre-order or order individually when you're there.
This is set to be a real blast from the past, so rally your mates together and prepare for a trip down memory lane and for what could be the cheapest pint of your life.
You can find out more and book your table at Whitelock's Ale House here.
Georgina Pellant -
9th September 2021 
