If you're looking to jazz up your usual dry January order, then look no further than Botivo.
We absolutely get it, when you're out and about enjoying drinks with friends but opting to stay dry, the usual sparkling water or soda lime can get a little bit boring after a while.
And this is where Botivo steps in, a groundbreaking non-alcoholic aperitivo that promises a good time.
Created by a bunch of people who love socialising, eating and drinking, Botivo has been crafted with love and will ensure you don't feel like you're missing out on any of the fun.
But what really is Botivo you ask?
This non-alcoholic botanical aperitivo boasts notes of bright orange zest, fresh rosemary and thyme and is finished with bittersweet notes of gentian, wormwood leaf and organic wildflower honey.
It's adored by negroni lovers and is best served with ice, soda and a wedge of orange. The perfect refreshing drink to kickstart your evening.
Made with real ingredients, no flavourings and low intervention techniques, it's got a good conscious and trust us when we say, it tastes really good too.
We've rounded up ten spots in Leeds where you can bag yourself a really great tipple of Botivo so you can try it out for yourself and see what all the fuss is about.
So, without further ado...
Bottle Chop
14 Weetwood Ln, Headingley, LS16 5LX
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This wonderful natural wine bar in Far Headingley will rustle you up a refreshing Botivo and soda which can be enjoyed alongside one of their fabulous cheese and charcuterie boards.
Boasting a chilled out, laid back atmosphere, this is the perfect spot to catch up with friends over a Botivo or two.
Bundobust
6 Mill Hill, LS1 5DQ
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An absolute Leeds staple, this Indian street food spot serve up creative dishes absolutely bursting with flavour.
Some of which may have a cheeky bit of spice with them, in which case a glass of Botivo is the perfect remedy to cool down with. We recommend the Bundo Chaat, Okra fries and any of their seasonal specials.
Bavette
4-6 Town St, Horsforth, LS18 4RJ
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This neighbourhood bistro has been scooping up the awards since they opened last year, and it's absolutely no surprise as to why.
Sandy and Clement are an absolute dream team serving up French bistro classics alongside a brilliant drink selection, so of course you'll find Botivo on their menu served perfectly.
Farrands
18 Swinegate, LS1 4AG
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This independent bar located in the heart of the city centre is the perfect spot to visit if you've just hopped off the train and looking to kick start your evening.
Great people, great music and of course, great drinks.
Roland's
39 Call Ln, LS1 7BT
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If you're looking for a cosy date night spot, then this is it.
Located on Call Lane, Roland's is the perfect spot to get comfy in one of their burgundy leather booths and chat the night away. Their Botivo cocktail is crisp and served in a beautiful glass, what more could you want?
Galleria
Armley Rd, LS12 2DR
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Just a short drive out of Leeds city centre is Galleria, the city's newest all-day hangout offers everything from brunch and wood fired pizzas to coffee and cocktails.
So any time of day you fancy a Botivo, Galleria can provide this and so much more.
Latitude
Unit 31, 46 The Calls, LS2 7EY
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This absolute Leeds gem doesn't just stock a cracking selection of alcoholic wine and spirits, but they also a fantastic range of non-alcoholic options too.
Stop by here for a perfect serve of Botivo and whilst you're at it, grab a bottle to take home with you too.
Jakes Bar
29 Call Ln, LS1 7BT
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If you're looking to push the boat out and enjoy something a little different than your Botivo with soda, then head to Jakes Bar on Call Lane.
They'll whip you up a non-alcoholic cocktail good enough for the gram, and you'll be dancing the night away on their dance floor in no time at all.
Number 8
10-14 Stonegate Rd, Meanwood, LS6 4HY
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This cosy neighbourhood cocktail bar is a fantastic spot to escape the hustle and bustle of the city centre and enjoy a drink or two.
Mixing Botivo with pineapple and almond soda, this is the drink to add a little sunshine to a dry and gloomy January.
Of course there's plenty of other spots in the city that stock Botivo, but there was just a few of our favourites to wet the whistle.
To find out more about Botivo, visit their website.
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Eats
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.”
The Swine That Dines announces the official opening date of its brand new restaurant
Clementine Hall
Much-loved Leeds Bistro The Swine Bistro, formerly known as The Swine That Dines, has moved to a bigger space in Headingley.
Although it’s gone through a few name changes over the years since launching as The Greedy Pig cafe in 2012, this independent spot has long been a firm favourite for Leeds locals for some time now.
Run by chef couple Jo and Stu Myers, they’ve been operating out of North Street where it’s all about cooking seasonal produce simply and with an added ‘little bit of sunshine’.
But now Swine Bistro has moved up over to Headingley, taking up a unit previously occupied by Jam hairdressers on Otley Road.
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And the time has finally come for them to open their doors, as they announce their first service will take place on Friday 4 April with bookings open from today, Thursday 20 March.
The Myers will be welcoming head chef Kirsty Cheetham, who won Observer Food Monthly’s Best Sunday Lunch award in 2018 and 2022 when she ran The Queen o’t owd Thatch in South Milford, Leeds.
The expanded space in the restaurant has allowed the team to curate a bigger wine list which will include natural wines from Wayward Wines and Latitude Wines as well as local beers from Ilkley Brewery and Horsforth Brewery.
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The team remains passionate about locally sourced ingredients and has partnered with a variety of Yorkshire suppliers including R&J Yorkshire for its fresh meat, Tarbetts fishmonger, cheese from George & Joseph cheesemongers and beans from micro roaster, Chipp Coffee Co.
Jo Myers, co-owner of the Swine Bistro said: “It’s taken a huge amount of time and effort to realise our dream to revamp what was previously a hairdresser into a fully functioning kitchen and restaurant. It’s been a wild ride but we’re excited, and slightly nervous, to finally open our doors.
“We love the vibe in Headingley and the time out has allowed us to have fun with our menu as well as take part in lots of essential taste testing of ingredients and drinks from our brilliant local suppliers. We can’t wait to welcome guests into our new restaurant!”
Clementine Hall -
8th January 2025 
