Everyone's favourite Indian street food joint are celebrating Oktoberfest by adding German classics with a spicy twist to their menu.
It's time to dust off your Lederhosen and head to Mill Hill because Bundobust are raising a stein to Oktoberfest.
From Friday 15 October, they'll be shaking a spice rack over some iconic German dishes for hungry punters to enjoy alongside a cold craft beer. A real match made in heaven.
Making a triumphant return is the Bundo Pretzel, in collaboration with Bolton-based Bavarian bakery Pretzel & Spelt, the German baked good is spiced with garam massala and turmeric, flecked with ajwain seeds, black salt and mango powder. Served with a currywurst dip for you to dunk to your heart's content.
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Next up the Currywurst Koftas, desi dumplings filled with cauliflower, cabbage and carrot served with a classic currywurst sauce.
Another twist on German tradition comes in the form of Moong & Sauerkraut Fritters - fried ground lentil, gherkin and sauerkraut dumplings spiced with parsley, caraway, chilli and ginger.
Need a hit of freshness? The Prost Pickles offer a medley of heritage carrot, mooli radish, turnip and cauliflower pickled with mustard, chilli, dill and peppercorns. Perfectly complimented by Bundobust’s Bataka Salat – a German-Indian potato salad which makes for the perfect side dish.
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If you can't decide what to order than obviously the geniuses at Bundobust have curated an Oktoberfest Combo for 2 which features all of these limited-edition dishes alongside the iconic Okra Fries and Chole Saag. All for just £25, it's a no brainer really.
All of these dishes of course go perfectly with the special beers brewed for the festival, because Oktoberfest is all about beer right?
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Head brewer, Dan Hocking, looked to his Bavarian counterparts when planning Bundobust Brewery’s offering - Bundobar! is a German style Schwarzbier showcasing heritage Munich and Vienna Malts, whereas the Night Market Pils in collaboration with Braybrooke brewery showcases what the two brewers look for in German beer styles – clarity of flavour, a crisp pallet, and ultimate refreshment.
The Oktoberfest specials will be available from Friday 15 September to Sunday 15 October, so head to Bundobust and sample these German delights before they say Auf Wiedersehen for another year.
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.
Clementine Hall -
14th September 2023 
