Food&Drink

Hospitality Investment company AVT Capital has partnered with Foodlink Global Restaurants (UAE and India) to bring its celebrated India Bistro concept to the UK for the first time. The first UK restaurant will be located in Leeds, in the vibrant suburb of Chapel Allerton and is set to become a

An historic drover’s inn in one of North Yorkshire’s most picturesque villages has appointed a new head chef. Will Rough, formerly of the award-winning Skosh in York and the Michelin-starred Star in Harome, takes over at the Owl in Hawnby from Sam Varley. Sam has moved to Brancusi

The much-loved independent café brand, House of Koko is coming to Leeds city centre this autumn with the opening of its third venue. House of Koko has been a fixture of Leeds’ café culture since 2015. Known for its Middle Eastern–inspired menus, exceptional coffee and design-led spaces the new

Swine Bistro, the independent Leeds restaurant recently named one of the Good Food Guide’s Top 100 Best Local Restaurants, is leaning into the festive season with the launch of its new Winter Menu - hearty, comforting, and unmistakably Swine. Expect big British flavours, slow-cooked indulgence and festive feasting, all

Batch’d – the Leeds based artisan dessert retailer – plans to double its outlets and staff within three years following investment from Finance Yorkshire. The company has 25 sites across the UK including in Yorkshire, Scotland, the North West, Midlands and London. Its kiosks, food court outlets and shops stock fresh

The owner of an Indian street food and craft beer restaurant in Bradford has celebrated a major milestone in his crusade to reduce plastic waste. Harry Khinda, owner of The Crafty Indian on Bradford Road in Shipley – previously known as the Michelin Guide listed, Zaara’s – introduced reusable steel tiffin

Premium Fairtrade confectionary brand Divine Chocolate has appointed Leeds-based PR, social media and influencer agency, Umpf to handle its UK communications, following a competitive pitch. Umpf has been briefed to boost brand awareness and drive consumer and trade engagement through ongoing press office and creative campaigns, showcasing Divine’s indulgent