Valentine’s Day is just around the corner – so here are the best foodie deals in and around Leeds so you can start feeling the love.
Whether you’re celebrating the big day with your significant other, heading out on the town with your pals or just looking to give yourself some well-deserved self love – there’s nothing better then enjoying a lovely meal out.
But it doesn’t always have to be a huge slap-up meal which breaks the bank, after all many of us are still feeling the pinch from the back of last year.
So we’ve pulled together a list of places in and around Leeds who are feeling super generous this Valentine’s Day by offering us some great menus which can save us a few pennies.
Cheesy Living Co.
Wednesday 14 and Friday 16 February 2024 | 478 Roundhay Road, Oakwood
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The most romantic day of the year is on the horizon, and you can’t get much more romantic than Paris right? Well luckily for us everyone’s favourite deli and wine bar, The Cheesy Living Co., will be taking us all to the city of love this February.
And no, they won’t be escorting us onto the Eurostar but instead, they’ll be transforming their Oakwood location into a Parisian bistro featuring a special set menu which will get you feeling all loved-up.
For a measly £45 per person, you’ll be greeted with a glass of champagne and snacks on arrival plus three sharing courses which will set your heart alight.
The beloved Whitelock's monthly supper club is back, and this time its feeling all loved up. For just £50 per person, take a seat in the historic pub's stunning Turk's Head bar and dine on a special menu from head chef Nick which is bound to blow your socks off.
A love letter to years gone by, the menu is based on a classic Whitelock's Valentine's menu from the archives, a menu served 124 years ago in the year 1900.
We're talking fresh oysters, roast venison and a steamed cherry pudding... you can't get more classically romantic than that.
One of the city's best bars, Roland's, is collaborating with pizza pioneers Homeboy Pizza Co. for a night filled with slices tasty enough to set your heart alight.
For just £30 per person, you'll get a starter, main and special dessert using Roland's very own Wolfe Bros limoncello. And whilst you're there you better order a couple of their signature espresso martinis or two, after all it would be rude not to.
It's Palentines Day at Water Lane Boathouse this year, and for three nights of the week you can get a cracking deal of two pizzas and a bottle of Prosecco for just £25. Now that is a proper bargain.
Dastaan
From Wednesday 7 February 2024 | 473 Otley Road, Adel
For £45 per person, tuck into a menu consisting of five authentic (and delicious) Indian dishes including a drink and a very special dessert. In a beautiful setting over candlelight, you'll be feeling the love in no time.
Tattu
Friday 9 - Saturday 24 February 2024 | 29 East Parade
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Take a seat beneath the iconic, magical cherry blossom tree and treat yourself and your loved one to an exclusive sharing cocktail made with Laurent-Perrier Rosé, Bombay Gin and Amaretto alongside dishes from their wonderful a la carte menu.
And it doesn't stop there, alongside your shared cocktail you’ll receive a small red envelope, inspired by the Hong Bao tradition, symbolising happiness and good fortune. Open it to discover a golden ticket winning gifts to enjoy on your next visit.
Five courses in one of the city's hottest eateries? Count us in. Kino is back on New Briggate serving up a slap-up five course meal this Valentine's Day for just £50 per person, and you'll even get a glass of sparkling wine thrown in with that too. Cheers to that!
Herencia at Boot and Rally
Wednesday 14 February 2024 | 11 Stonegate Road, Meanwood
One of Leeds' best up-and-coming and most exciting chefs, Nicko Lachicha, will be hosting a Valentine's Supper Club over in Meanwood and it is most certainly not one to be missed. Enjoy a 5-course tasting menu inspired by his trip to Cebu in the Philippines for just £40 per person.
Three's A Crowd
Wednesday 14 - Sunday 18 February 2024 | 76- 78 North Street
Love is in the air at one of the city's best gastropubs, Three's A Crowd, as they'll be cooking up a special limited-edition menu which has our mouths watering just reading it.
Featuring a sharing shellfish platter, a sharing 800g dry aged cote du boeuf and a 600g double Middlewhite pork chop, this is definitely one to treat you and your loved one to as you share and stare lovingly from across the table.
Is there anything more romantic than enjoying a meal whilst overlooking the Leeds skyline? No, we think not. At Crafthouse this February, head Chef Simon Jewitt has created a special Valentine’s menu consisting of three delicious for loved up diners to enjoy for just £50 per person.
Not only that, there will also be live music to make your evening that bit more special.
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Popular New York-style pop-up pizza business to open first takeaway in Leeds
New York-style pizza pop-up, Edges Pizza, is set to open in Leeds.
Last summer you may have had the privilege to enjoy a slice of Edges Pizza at one of their many pop-up residences across the city.
Their longest stint was at the sun-drenched roof terrace of Green Room, and it's safe to say their pizza went down an absolute treat.
Since then they've been a little quiet, but all for good reason it seems.
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Edges Pizza has submitted a planning permission to open in a vacant railway arch at Fourth Court on Bridge Road in Leeds' Holbeck area.
Customers would pre-order the pizzas online before being collected at the new spot, if the plans are approved by Leeds City Council.
The planning application said: “The proposal would enable the applicant to establish a permanent premises for an existing small business currently operating through temporary residency and pop-up venues within Leeds.
“The proposal offers investment into the immediate area that sits adjacent to the South Bank regeneration area.”
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This would be great news for Leeds, as their pizza is something unlike anything we have in the city at the moment.
Forget the floppy, Neapolitan-slices that you fold before shoving in your gob. These slices are satisfyingly thin, perfectly crispy and just downright delicious.
We would love to welcome Edges Pizza to the city and we'll keep you updated with the progress. You can bet we'll be the first to order.
The best bakeries in Leeds serving everything from crusty loaves to flakey croissants
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If you're got a sweet tooth, then you're going to want to keep reading.
Oh Leeds, if there's one thing we're good at - it's baking.
Just walking around the city you'll bump into delightful bakeries offering sweet treats galore, and you'll find even better gems when you venture into the suburbs.
We've rounded up a handy little guide for you to make your way through when you're looking to treat yourself to a cheeky baked good, which should be every day if we're being honest.
So, without further ado let's dive into the best bakeries in Leeds.
Bake
Mustard Approach, Mustard Wharf
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From the team behind Things in Bread and Doh'hut comes this absolutely beautiful bakery by the water.
Led by mastermind Tom, they're serving up great British bakes but with a refined twist. Think ultra cheesy cheese twists, sticky school cake and unbeatable sausage rolls.
Underground Bakery
Call Lane
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If you're after a really great almond croissant, then you've got to get yourself to Underground Bakery. They're serving a whole array of baked goods but doing them all really, really well.
Right in the centre of town, it's a great spot to swing by on your way to work because everyone deserves a midweek croissant every now and again.
Laynes
New Station Street
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This one probably doesn't need any introduction, as Laynes bakery are known amongst the city for their exceptional bakes and it's not hard to see why.
They stock a number of coffee shops across Leeds but for the true experience, pop in and enjoy a bake alongside a cup of their fabulous coffee.
Nova
Leeds Dock
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Nova Bakehouse is a beautiful sun drenched spot that serve up irresistible morning buns, chewy cookies and speciality bread.
They focus on 'flavour forward baking' using seasonal ingredients to create monthly specials that'll have you going back time and time again.
Oh, and they've been named one of the best bakeries in the UK by The Good Food Guide two years running now - so you know it's good.
If cookies are your kryptonite, then Chunk is where you need to be.
From baking inside her student shared house to opening her very first bakery, the last few years have been a whirlwind for owner Amy Bennett- and there's really no stopping her now.
Her gooey NYX-style cookies are out of this world, served with great drinks to match.
The Savvy Baker
Albion Street
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Again, this one needs absolutely no introduction. A Leeds staple that has been curing sweet toothed brownie-lovers for years, it's The Savvy Baker.
Their new site in the city centre is truly one to behold, baking cookies on site and whipping up speciality matchas from a dedicated matcha bar - you don't want to miss it.
Karpaty Bakery
Leeds Kirkgate Market
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This traditional Polish bakery inside the market is selling some of the cheapest bakes you can get your hands on. Their authentic donuts are as big as your head and the perfect sweet treat that won't break the bank.
Street Lane Bakery
399 Street Lane
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Hidden away just behind Street Lane, is Street Lane Bakery.
These guys have been baking up a storm in the kitchen for over a decade, from their ever-so-famous home-cooked bagels to the sweetest of treats.
Slow Rise Bakery
Sunnybank Avenue, Horsforth
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Can't get over to New York but craving a proper chewy, stacked bagel with all the trimmings? Slow Rise Bakery is the only answer.
Pick your flavour bagel from sesame to everything and then pick your fillings, we'd recommend going for lashings of cream cheese and layers of smoked salmon. Delicious.