The 4th Leeds Oktoberfest – Now Extended to Two Week-ends

Oktoberfest 10 – 12 October is approaching a sell-out at the time of writing….. so in order to meet demand, fans of German beers, bratwurst and brezeln will be happy to know that there’s a second Oktoberfest week-end on 18 and 19 October. Leeds South Bank is set to welcome 14,000 visitors at Temple Arches, […]

The 4th Leeds Rum Festival on 21 September

Where did that year go? It only seems like a couple of months since last year’s Rum Festival. I must admit that I didn’t know what to expect last time, so this year I had the visit planned like a military operation. Being a rum themed event it was the naval branch of the military, […]

It’s Trinity Leeds Gin Festival This Week-end

Over 50 gins from around the globe will be on offer at The Gin Festival, in partnership with The Gin Lounge over this week-end 7th and 8th September. There are masterclasses hosted by industry experts – and Trinity Kitchen’s current and permanent street food vendors will be tempting visitors, including Let’s Go Ostrich, The Cheese […]

Harrogate Food and Drink Festival 2019 

I had the pleasure of attending the 2019 Harrogate Food and Drink Festival held at Ripley Castle over the bank holiday weekend.  The Festival was organised by Yorkshire Food Guide and other Harrogate businesses to showcase local talent and raise money for the charity Mind in Harrogate and District.  The location was stunning, and the […]

The 52nd Leeds West Indian Carnival

Being unexpectedly released from watching test cricket meant that I could join the crowds making their way to Potternewton Park for the 52nd Leeds West Indian Carnival. The weather could not have been more Caribbean, with the thermometer hovering around 30c and the sunshine unbroken.  I have to admit that this is my first visit […]