The Tetley Bar and Kitchen – Food, art and sustainability
When I first arrived in Leeds in the late 80s, I associated the word Tetley with the ubiquitous and somewhat unsettling image of ‘Tetley Bitter Men’ as defined by the late alt poet Seething Welles. The epitome of what it was to be a Yorkshire bloke. 40 years on I find myself in the ex […]
Bundobust – Always a Treat!
Bundobust’s super quirky decor, lively atmosphere and cracking soundtrack are the first hit we get as we arrive. The second is the relaxed, youthful vibe that marries well with welcoming and efficient service. The front of house staff are savvy – very professional without pretension. Then there’s the food….. So – the food on this […]
In Conversation With Mark McWhirter
Mark McWhirter, founder and owner of Meanwood Pizza Co, put a lot of his lockdown time into creating pizza perfection. His efforts did not go to waste. So, Mark – why pizza? “Everyone loves pizza, don’t they?” Mark responded, “The lockdown was the perfect opportunity to get the practice in and jump on the outdoor […]
Green Room’s Winter Garden
It was fewer than twenty-four hours since I’d returned from a week in Belgium and Holland, where I’d enjoyed unseasonably balmy temperatures and lots of sunshine. The clocks had just gone back. It was drizzling and cold. I had to be back at work the next morning. Like the weather, my mood was overcast. So […]
The Wonder of Bundobust
Thankfully, times have moved on from having a skinful and a forgettable curry at the end of the evening. Though I have fond memories of the early 90’s and romantic nights out over a veg korma, Bollywood soundtrack and flock wallpaper, there is still a place in my heart for Naffies, with its draw of […]
