This is the perfect spot for a drink, regardless of where you're heading tonight (or any night really).
There's very few bars in Leeds that we can confidently say are within walking distance of just about anything.
But whether you're heading up to watch live music at the O2 Academy or First Direct Arena, or have dinner reservations at a romantic restaurant in the Victoria Quarter, you never seem to be more than a ten minute walk away from SALT Leeds City.
The award-winning bar company set up in the heart of Leeds back in 2021 to offer a non-stop service of cocktails and locally-brewed draught beers, and has been a go-to for those looking for a drink in the city ever since.
Located on East Parade, SALT is a stone's throw from some of the city's best live music venues, round the corner from nightlife hotspots like Greek Street or just ten minutes from Call Lane and Merrion Street.
Those shopping can find their way to Trinity in five, the Corn Exchange in ten and hop on a train, arriving at the train station just four minutes after leaving the venue.
If this isn't a bar that's right in the middle of everything you need- we're not sure what is.
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But you needn't stay for just one pint.
The exposed-brick and flower-adorned setting is perfect for whiling the night away - and it's likely that even if you're only popping in for one drink, you'll stay for the lively atmosphere, quick service and friendly staff.
Grab yourself a pint of SALT Beer Factory’s own, or opt for a delicious 'on-tap' cocktail that's poured straight from the tap. The fruity, sweet and sour boozy concoctions are always on 2 for £12, so you're guaranteed to bag yourself an inexpensive drink, and you don't have to wait around for hours whilst bartenders faff around shaking up drinks- you'll get your drink within seconds of ordering.
Alternatively if you're sharing, the cocktail trees are the perfect option. Brought straight to your table, you can get yourself eight different classic cocktails like Espresso Martinis and spritz aplenty on a stunning tree that’ll keep you going all night long.
This also means that you'll never find a huge queue at the bar, and on a busy Friday or Saturday night, you can spend less time hanging about and more time enjoying the live DJ spinning tracks and catching up with your nearest and dearest.
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Between the outdoor sun trap that has punters lined up from the first sighting of spring, and the huge indoor space, this place is perfect for hiring out for your whole extended team of workmates, friends, family and even dogs. Hire is completely free of charge and simply means you can celebrate your birthday, anniversary, work milestones (or just a Tuesday if you really want to) without any extra expenses.
Best of all, you can hire SALT Leeds out every single day of the week- and with many smaller bars closed during the early week period, it's a great alternative space that you can make your own for any given occasion.
So all that's left to do is head down and see how central SALT Leeds City really is. Alternatively, if you're looking to hire the space, email salteastparade@saltbeerfactory.co.uk for more information (and pop in anyway to see what all the fuss is about).
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Get Baked’s viral ‘Bertha’ cake has a sister on the way – and she sounds just as cheeky
She's big, she's green and she's ready to ruin your figure.
A lot of you will have seen the viral ‘Bertha’ cake by Leeds born beloved sweet treat specialists Get Baked.
They recently opened another site in Manchester's Northern Quarter, where queues literally formed round the block of hungry punters wanting to get their hands on the infamous sugary treats.
And now it's going to happen all over again, as they've recently unveiled their newest flavour which is sure to go down a storm.
We’ll give you a hint: it’s a current food and drink trend that’s about as big as Bertha herself – it’s not matcha, it’s not hot honey (duh), and it’s not Guinness…
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Yes—scratch that; HELL YES!Get Baked is set to welcome Bertha’s equally beautiful twin sister, and she’s officially a pistachio girlie.
Having started out life simply as ‘Bruce’, after taking inspiration from the iconic scene from Matilda, this thing has become a phenomenon in its own right, and who doesn’t like more flavours of a good thing?
Probably one of the biggest foodie crazes going at the minute, thanks to the popularity of pistachio cream, cookies, lattes and the similar social media sensation that is the ‘Dubai Pistachio Bar' people are rather fittingly going nuts for this particular flavour of almost absolutely anything.
With that in mind, the Leeds-born bakery and dessert shop – founded by Rich Myers over in Headingley back in 2011 – have shown no hesitation in hopping on the bandwagon and creating a new twist on their own viral menu item.
Teasing the full details in a post on their Instagram this week, they wrote: “What’s big, green, and is going to destroy your life in a couple of weeks’ time? Pistachio Bertha. Strictly limited to 5,000 slices. Coming oh so soon. GB.”
In case you were wondering just how mad those with a sweet tooth could possibly go for a slice of cake, just look at the recent queues when they finally launched in Manchester city centre:
Speaking on the grand opening here on our turf and his partner Amy’s hometown, Myers said simply: “Manchester, what a launch. Thanks for much for the warm welcome. Stay baked.”
Leeds Tattoo Expo to return to the First Direct Arena for 10th anniversary
Clementine Hall
The tenth annual Leeds Tattoo Expo will showcase some of the best in tattooing both local and internationally.
If you fancy getting yourself a fancy new bit of ink, then look no further than the iconic Leeds Tattoo Expo that will be returning to the First Direct Arena this June.
Taking place on Saturday 7 and Sunday 8 June 2025, over 200 tattooists and 70 traders will be flocking to the city to show off their skills.
And not only that, but there’ll also be a whole host of market traders for you to browse as well as live music to have a boogie to.
The artists will be tattooing with options for both pre-booked appointments and walk ups available throughout the weekend.
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There will also be a piercer, tooth gems and a henna artist ready to adorn your body.
Alongside getting tattooed, there’s plenty to do and to see over the whole weekend; there'll be an alternative drawing class, an illustrators market with kids’ workshops provided by Art Gecko, an art fusion event on the main stage, burlesque performances and competitions, a small vintage clothing pop-up, fire breathing and break dancing demonstrations in the square outside the arena.
The annual tattoo competitions will also be taking place each evening, where tattooists showcase their work to a panel of judges, sponsored by Killer Ink!
To celebrate Leeds Tattoo Expo's tenth anniversary, they'll be hosting a Pre-Party at Belgrave Music Hall on Thursday 5 June which is a completely free entry event complete with live music and free pizza.
You can find out more about the event and book your tickets here via the First Direct Arena's website.
Sophie Smith -
20th February 2023 
