All across West Yorkshire you can find a wide variety of independent businesses with unique specialities that welcome people from all walks of life. The culture that surrounds these businesses is full of love and support from locals and directed towards fellow independents.
If you love shopping and patroning at your local independent establishments and are searching for new spots to add to the list of go-tos, look no further. We have found the latest business opening across West Yorkshire that you will absolutely love…
The Empire Cafe in Leeds
Renowned chef Sam Pullen and his wife, experienced restaurant operator, Nicole Deighton have taken over a space with deep Leeds heritage. The Empire Cafe on Fish Street has been serving delicious food to Leeds since the 1920’s under a couple of different names. Upon renovation Sam and Nicole discovered the original sign still intact and decided to keep the name and bring the sign straight through to the 21st Century. The menu here is all about barbecued goodness with live fire cooking and rotisserie chickens spinning around the clock. Grab a classic breakfast bap and brew before work or opt for an intimate candlelight dinner, whatever your plans are, The Empire has a seat for you! Sam and Nicole’s intention is to give a little bit of Leeds back to Leeds, The Empire will be the spot to watch this year.
Hourglass Bar in Halifax
The speakeasy-themed Hourglass Bar located in the Westgate Arcade in Halifax is a unique and fun addition to the Halifax drinking scene . Stop by and enjoy delicious cocktails, mocktails, spirits, lagers, ales as well as perfectly roasted coffees and more. Their cocktails of the month keep things exciting with the current February cocktail, a delicious French Martini made with vodka, chambord, pineapple, lime and vanilla. Newly added to their taps are two delicious IPAs that will quench your thirst and make you feel refreshed. Jute is light and juicy and Huckaback is fruity with a soft bitterness at the end. There is a drink everyone will love so make sure to stop by next time you find yourself in Halifax.
Kibble Bakery in Hebden Bridge
If you love taking your furry friend out on fun day trips to dog-friendly spots – look no further! Kibble Bakery located on West End in Hebden Bridge is the perfect spot for dogs and their humans to enjoy a treat and something nice to drink. For humans they can choose from a selection of their own brand Casa Espresso coffees, premium loose leaf teas, seasonal food and mouth-watering freshly baked cakes that will satisfy everyone’s sweet tooth. Dogs get to choose from a huge variety of handmade gluten, grain and dairy free treats. The variety includes pupcakes, bone biscuits, doggy donuts and ice cream that can be washed down with pupspressos, puppy tea or even a cheeky pawsecco. Make your pup feel like a VIP with a Kibble Bakery visit.
Cultures in Saltaire
Based along Victoria road in Saltaire, is the deli and draughthouse Cultures that opened its doors in September 2022. Here you can indulge on food platters, delicious wine and flavourful beers on tap. Browse the cheese platters, pickle plates and fermented foods on sale as well as delicious coffees and teas. Enjoy one of the delicious beers on tap you can order at Cultures including the Czech Republic pilsner, Vinohrddska. Hot food has recently joined the menu that can be enjoyed sat in with dishes such as Polish Hunter’s Stew and Cheese & Beer soup. If you fancy some tangy cheeses or a delicious hot meal, make sure you stop by on your next visit to Sailtaire.
Folk Coffee House in Harrogate
Folk Coffee House on Leeds Road welcomed their first guests back at the end of October 2022 and has become a community hub where everyone is welcome. Their menu caters to different dietary needs and includes delicious sweet treats, toasts and deliciously brewed cups of hot coffee. Folk Coffee House has become a place where people can gather, relax and have fun with workshops available for guests to get involved with. Upcoming workshops include a Shapes Within Shapes drawing workshop on March 9th, a Spirals and Swirls drawing workshop on March 23rd and a Jesmonite Coaster workshop on April 20th. Pop in to grab a coffee and browse their website to book onto one of their exciting workshops.
The Curious Hop Biere Cafe in Otley
The new Curious Hop bar located on Orchard Gate in Otley, the Biere Cafe, is the perfect place to stop in and relax with great drinks. Here there is a huge selection of drink choices with 10 keg taps, 3 casks, bottles, cans, wines and ciders. The three casks on tap are Turning Point Night Lapse Porter, Thornbridge Brewery Lord Marples and Turning Point Wavelength Pale Ale. Their keg taps include Jever pilsner, Lervig Orange Velvet IPA, Brew by Numbers Green Hop IPA and many more. The bar is dog friendly so your puppy pal can tag along, and their new monthly book club meetings are a great way to socialise and meet new people!
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