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"‘Savoury, sweet and everything in between’ profess Crepe Affaire, and they’re not wrong. Based on the second floor of Trinity Leeds, this is a French restaurant centred around the honest pancake, whether you want it with lemon and sugar, Grand Marnier cognac, chicken and tarragon, feta and hummus, or even an all day breakfast. They also serve up smothered waffles, and oodles of ice cream if that’s your bag."
"At Crepe Affaire, it’s all about traditional French pancakes. Expect a host of classic combinations, both sweet and savoury, like cinnamon or hunter’s chicken. But it’s their more creative options that demand your attention."
"They’re famous for their traditional Italian gelato, which comes in a range of weird and wonderful flavours. You can try the likes of Banana del Brasile and Dulce de Leche, all served up in epic style – their Conos promise a chocolate cone with your choice of flavours presented in the shape of a gelato flower. If you’re not feeling the ice cream, they also do waffles, macarons and crepes."
"Let’s face it, it is always a good time for ice cream, but the arrival of spring is just the perfect excuse. Located in Victoria Gate, Amorino is definitely one of the best places for ice cream in Leeds. Chocolate sorbet, blueberry cheesecake, tiramisu … A nice variety of flavours coming in rose-shaped cones."
"Situated on the riverbank by Millennium Bridge is this “unique and charming floating ice cream van”. Ideal for a sunny afternoon walk by the riverside."
"The fleet of vintage ice cream trucks, painted pink, white and blue, are gorgeous to look at and serve just as wonderfully pleasing ice creams. In recent years, they’ve noticed a shift from 99p cones to more extravagant options – now they are creating thee ‘super Sundaes’ which you can pick up from one of the trucks around Roundhay Park. Find them at Mansion Ln, Roundhay, Leeds LS8 2HH."
"Enjoy a little fresh air with an invigorating walk around Chevin Forest Park, a short drive from Leeds overlooking the town of Otley. The walk shows off the best of Yorkshire’s natural scenery, taking in dramatic views, rocky outcrops and moorlands scattered with beautiful purple heather."
"Recently opened The Owl, in Kirkgate Market, brings a fine dining-inspired gastropub to the market’s halls for the first time. From the minds behind highly-lauded Leeds fine dining establishment HOME, The Owl focuses on game and fish (it’s fittingly located on Fish & Game Row in the market), and serves up brilliant wines by the glass. There’ll be some wines with all sorts of different histories here, but Liz serves up Orange, British, and natural wines across the menu - choosing the best vintners and vineyards, rather than by labels like ‘natural’’, to match her menu."
"The owl has been the emblem for Leeds since their inclusion on the Leeds coat-of-arms registered in 1921 - but did you know there were 25 to spot around the city centre?. The Leeds Owl Trail offers two routes for owl-spotting, with a downloadable map that offers information on the history of Leeds’ connection with the proud birds - and it’s free!. Visit leedsowltrail.com."
"Many York bars have in-house dance space, and a good example is Revolution York housed in a stunning building. Revolution has two private bars and two large upstairs areas with their own restrooms and DJ booth. The lively main bar is downstairs with river views and on warm summer evenings you’ll find quite a crowd on the riverside outdoor garden terrace."