Keep It Classy : Cocktails in Leeds
On the 21st and 22nd of February, Leeds Town Hall will hold their annual Cocktails in the City event. Following a hugely successful sell out last year, this celebration...
It’s Never Too Late for Love: The Best Last-Minute Valentine’s Day Gifts
In Leeds, there are plenty of late Valentine’s offerings to lend a hand in your last-minute quest. From thoughtful gifts and personal presents to new experiences and ti...
All By Myself: Things to do alone in Leeds
Sometimes in life, for the solo traveller or the single person, things don’t seem to be made for them. Restaurant tables are set up for couples and groups, cinemas repl...
The Proof Is in the Pudding: Leeds Yorkshire Pudding Festival
Finally! 273 years after its creation, the greatest food from the greatest county has its own festival! Yep, on the first day of February, the wonder that is the Yorkshir...
Episode One: Your New Favourite Binge
As a place that welcomes you into its world to forget the outside; where friends are made and thoughts are given space; a place to relax into and be entertained by; and w...
Veganuary in Leeds
At the turn of every year, almost every person decides it’s time to do better. Our resolutions range from being healthier to being kinder, and for those attempting both...
#LeedsByExample: Our City Does Us All Proud
There is no doubt that 2019 has been a year when many heavy topics have come to the forefront. Whilst much of this has resulted in online squabbles and real-life division...
Fun activities to do in Leeds and the surroundings!
In a city as vibrant and diverse as Leeds, it can sometimes be difficult to take in all that’s going on across the city. Whether it’s famous outings or unique enterta...
Going Out Out
Illustration: Henry Makin [insta] @henrymakin KENNEDYS Words: Rebecca Boulton [insta] @kennedysyork Google ‘York’ at Christmas and you’ll be transported to a...
Eat Up
During the festive season, our eating habits often alter. Foods untouched throughout the year are embraced, familiar home-cooking is insisted upon, and special social out...
Home Comforts
Words & Photos: Afsaneh Kaviani [twitter] @afsanehkaviani After moving to the UK forty years ago, Afsaneh Kaviani has since made Leeds her home. Showcasing her Irania...
Eye View
Words & Photos: Eva Piskadlo [insta] @thefoodpilgrims The humble Yorkshire pudding may be its greatest culinary claim to fame, but England’s largest county is plent...
Alt. Christmas
And just like that, Christmas is here. But before that C word sends you into a present-related panic, we should start off by saying that we believe this year we should al...
Treat Yourself
Words: Luke Christian [insta] @deafidentity Illustration: Kate Semple [insta] @katesemple Luke Christian is the founder of new Leeds brand DEAF IDENTITY. Being deaf himse...
Digger’s Island Discs
Words: Zulu Swarm & Irie Vibes [insta] @irievibesyork Irie Vibes and Zulu Swarm are soundsystem collectives in York and Leeds respectively. With a mutual love of regg...
Art United
Words: Andy McVeigh [twitter] @pantsdanny Image: The Burley Banksy ? The Adelites [twitter] @theadelites Andy McVeigh grew up in Rothwell, Leeds 26, during the 1970s. Aft...
Little Big Show
Words: Ian De-Whytell [twitter] @crash_records Photo: Samantha Toosie [insta] @SamToolsiePhoto During the 30+ year lifetime of the shop, we have had lots of album signing...
Unique Independent Restaurants
Like most UK cities, Leeds’ high streets have a multitude of multi-present restaurants and coffee shops that are easy to fall into for lack of knowing where else to go....
Where can I shop in Leeds?
For over two decades, Leeds has gained a reputation as the shopping destination of the north. It is often cited that the arrival of Harvey Nichols in 1996 confirmed and k...
Temple Newsam: a spotlight
Leeds has a plentiful selection of grand outings for all ages to enjoy. Within a few minutes of the city centre are the likes of Harewood House, Roundhay Park, Meanwood V...
Bonfire Night in the Suburbs of Leeds
As the rhyme goes, remember remember the 5th of November… and perhaps remember remember the 1st, 2nd and 3rd of November too… and whilst you’re at it, remember...
