Slap & Pickle at Chapel Allerton

It’d been a while since I’d enjoyed a Slap & Pickle burger. We’d ordered a few deliveries from them at various points during the covid lockdowns and restrictions. However long it had been, I certainly hadn’t forgotten about how delicious their burgers are. After moving out from Assembly Underground last year, Slap & Pickle have […]

Residence 74 – Treat Your Taste Buds

If you’re looking for a cozy and delicious breakfast or brunch spot in Headingley, Residence 74 is a must-visit. This charming new eatery offers a menu filled with scrumptious sweet and savoury items that are sure to please any palate. Residence 74 opened its first location in Cookridge in 2018. I was one of the […]

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 […]