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FRESH OFF THE PLANE, JORDAN ODU STEPS BACK INTO LEEDS’S SOCIAL SCENE.

Holiday season may be upon us, but you really can’t beat a bit of Yorkshire when the sun is out.

I returned from a whistlestop trip to Spain and stepped off the plane to some gloriously hot weather. Needless to say, it took me a few days to step out of holiday mode (and my local bars) and back into the work zone.

As per usual, there’s so much going on in my fave city right now. Tamatanga has finally arrived on the Headrow, serving up its unique take on Indian cuisine and it didn’t disappoint. The dishes look and taste even better than the pics and the

Thali plate is to die for. If you like your curry fiery yet flavoursome, then the Garlic Chilli Chicken and Railway Lamb are going to give your tastebuds a workout.

The cocktails are essential too and just as adventurous as the food. Too Cool For School mixes gin with fresh lime, cucumber and coriander to create an excellent palate-cleanser, whilst the Mango and Chilli Mojito is the ultimate flavour bomb.

Regulars at The Ivy Leeds and Harrogate are in for a treat this summer, as they just dropped a mouth-watering new menu with inspiration from the Mediterranean and beyond. Whether you dine alfresco at Harrogate’s pictureperfect courtyard or in Leeds’ leafy terrace, there’s plenty here to shout about.

If I had to pick out two dishes, then the Lobster Linguine and Chargrilled Himalayan salt wall-aged sirloin with brandy and truffle sauce both get my vote. They also stock some exceptional wines, and the Gavi di Gavi is just perfect for the summer months.

The Ivy Asia has also gone all out this season with their irresistible lunch stack menu, which includes such delights as Spiced Peanut Chicken, Claypot Chickpea and Green Pepper Curry and Spicy Salmon and Avocado Rolls. It’s a must-visit if you’re in the city for lunch and an affordable way to indulge at one of the city’s most stunning venues.

Across town, one of Yorkshire’s most beloved venues is undergoing a major glow-up. Restaurant Bar Grill is something of a local institution and will re-open later this summer having undergone a remarkable £2million makeover.

Taking inspiration from iconic venues such as New York’s Grand Central Station, the new open-plan design is a real jaw-dropper. Think opulent marble floors, olive green leather banquettes, walnut panelling and a show-stopping feature bar and you’re on the right track.

For the more discerning foodies out there, their chef’s table will be the ultimate way to dine. RBG has always boasted one of the city’s most impressive outdoor terraces and I can’t wait to return to check out the new design.

Enjoy the sunshine whilst it last guys and I look forward to catching up with you next month.

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19.08.23 DONCASTER