BaoBros23 will be bringing their unique Asian street food creations to Archie's Bar & Kitchen on Granary Wharf.
Award-winning Ossett Brewery are renowned for serving up their exceptional range of craft beer across Yorkshire.
And not only that, often collaborating with local street food vendors in their pubs and bars to tantalise customer's tastebuds whilst they sip on a few beers.
It's safe to say that their brand new venture at Archie's Bar & Kitchen located on Leeds waterfront has got us very excited.
BaoBros23 is an Asian Street food kitchen that has found great success within the Brewery Tap in Marsden and The Bingley in Horbury.
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Taking an innovative approach to the beloved bao bun, their famous creation is the 'bao dog' - a fluffy, steamed bao in the shape of, you guessed it, a hot dog.
Stuffed to the brim with exciting fillings such as crispy belly pork and Asian style lobster and crayfish.
And not only that, you can also find a mouthwatering selection of crispy chicken wings, pork ribs and fully loaded fries.
BaoBros23 will be opening inside Archie's Bar & Kitchen on Friday 17 November from 12pm, with free bao buns for the first 100 customers.
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Founder of BaoBros23, Dan Woodhead said “We're thrilled to team up with Ossett Brewery once again after the success of The Bingley opening and can’t wait to showcase our culinary creations paired with great beers to the people of Granary Wharf.
“Having the freedom to be creative in the kitchen and coming up with food concepts that sparks happiness for a former place or time, such as our lobster bao-dog that makes us nostalgic about the good old days (nods to a specific memory), while also being able to cater to a variety of different dietary requirements and have our menu be as accessible as possible is what our love for food is all about.”
Jamie Lawson, Ossett Brewery Co-Owner said “As a pub company we are committed to delivering an exceptional experience that combines great beer with the finest foods and believe our partnership with BaoBros23 will not only tantalise the taste buds of our patrons but also breathe new life into this iconic area of Leeds.”
Emba in Leeds will be closing its doors with the owner blaming rising costs and pressure on the hospitality sector.
Back in April last year, one of Leeds' top restaurants The Owl closed its doors.
Run by renowned Chef Liz Cottam, The Owl was reimagine into Emba - a trendy restaurant tat bridged 'the gap between cosy bar and vibrant dining room'.
To open Emba, Cottam opened a Crowdfunder where supporters would be awarded with prizes such as VIP dinners and merch depending on how much they donated.
But sadly just months after opening, Emba is to close permanently.
Cottam confirmed the sad news with a statement shared with customers over the weekend, saying she was completely "heartbroken".
She said: “This is no longer the right time to own independent restaurants like Emba,” she said. “Under the current conditions they cannot survive and the recent budget confirmed what so many of us already knew: no meaningful help is coming for hospitality.
"The experience of being here and the harsh financial reality of running a business here no longer stack up.
"Being award winning, popular, admired and loved no longer means profitable and as an industry if we’re honest most of us have not truly been okay since Covid."
She signed off the statement promising to return to the restaurant world, she said: “What I do know is this, I am not done. I will keep cooking, keep creating and keep finding ways to do the thing I love.”
Historic family-run Leeds restaurant that’s been open for half a century is forced to close
Clementine Hall
Beloved Leeds restaurant Salvo's has closed suddenly due to 'unexpected dispute' with landlord.
Salvo's over on Otley Road in Headingley is a real Leeds institution.
Having first opened in 1976, it has been serving generations of families for fifty years with its authentic Italian menu.
The much loved restaurant announced the heartbreaking news to their social media today stating that the unexpected closure is down to an 'unexpected dispute' with their landlord.
The post read: "To our dearest customers, friends, and supporters,
"It is with profound sadness and heavy hearts that we must share some devastating news. Due to an unexpected dispute with our landlord, we have been forced to close our doors effective immediately.
"This morning, the landlord changed the locks and denied our team access to the premises. This means we are, with immediate effect, unable to honor any existing bookings, provide table service, or welcome you for the dining experience we love to create.
"We want to be unequivocally clear: We have always met our obligations, including rent and all bills. Our dedicated team has worked tirelessly, not just to serve exceptional food, but to build a community within our walls. Through the immense challenges of the hospitality economy, we fought to stay afloat, committed to our staff, our suppliers, and most of all, to you.
"Our hope now is to resolve this matter as quickly as possible. We remain committed to our dream and to serving you again."
The post continued: "From the bottom of our hearts, thank you for your incredible support, your laughter that filled our dining room, and your loyalty. It has been our greatest honor to serve you.
"We will update you here as soon as we have more information. Please keep our team in your thoughts."
Clementine Hall -
15th November 2023 
