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Celebrate Moon Festival Magic at The Ivy Asia

Visit The Ivy Asia for an enchanting Moon Festival celebration, where timeless tradition meets theatrical flair This autumn, The Ivy Asia invites guests to step into a world o

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25 September 2025

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RESTAURANT BAR & GRILL LAUNCHES WEEKEND CUT TO COMBAT DECLINE IN DATE NIGHTS

Date shows searches for date nights are on the decline and less couples are choosing restaurants for quality time with their other halves In response to the declining date nig

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24 September 2025

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Powerful new co-production of Small Island announced for Spring 2026

Olivier Award-winning director Matthew Xia ‘speaks directly to audiences today’ with his deeply personal and richly evocative take on Andrea Levy’s award-winning story. Journey from the sun-drenched shores of Jamaica to the cold, grey

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24 September 2025

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New Flavours, Old Favourites, and a Farewell at Trinity Kitchen This Autumn

Trinity Kitchen has welcomed a fresh lineup of street-food vendors this autumn. From hearty Indo-Mexican tacos and steaming Thai bao buns to Middle Eastern favourites, and indulgent Canadian poutine, the new mix of street-food dishes are s

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22 September 2025

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Full cast announced for tree-mendous festive family show at Leeds Playhouse

Magical production of Stick Man, based on the beloved book by Julia Donaldson with illustrations by Axel Scheffler, takes root in the Courtyard Theatre at Leeds Playhouse from 6 December to 4 January. Stick Man is moving his family tree to L

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19 September 2025

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Trailblazing productions head to Leeds Playhouse as part of exciting Transform festival

EXXY and The Last Supper explore life and art to give audiences two energising theatrical experiences. Transform, the UK’s leading festival for inclusive, international performance, is bringing two extraordinary productions to Leeds Playh

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19 September 2025

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NORTHERN LIGHTS LEEDS REVEALS DETAILS OF NEW 2025 ILLUMINATIONS

NEW TEMPLE NEWSAM FESTIVE SPECTACULAR SHARES DETAILS ON CHRISTMAS VILLAGE ARTISANAL FARE The Lily of the Lake will make its Leeds debut  

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17 September 2025

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Fresh faces and a new youth strand announced for LIFI25

Leeds International Festival of Ideas – One Month To Go Festival takes place October 14th – 18th October 2025

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17 September 2025

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Your invitation to The Ivy Asia: Indulge in Our Exquisite Set Menus of Bold Asian Flavours

This autumn, The Ivy Asia invites guests to discover bold flavours, vibrant dining, and great value with the re-launch of its much-loved set menus. Whether it’s a weekday lunch, a celebratory dinner, or simply the chance to enjoy a taste

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15 September 2025

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THIS LEEDS RESTAURANT LOVED BY CELEBS HAS JUST LAUNCHED A NEW MENU WHICH INCLUDES “TABLE-SIDE TRUFFLE TAGLIATELLE”

Habbibi, Leeds’ Arabic and Mediterranean fusion restaurant, has unveiled its new menu which is set to ignite tastebuds this summer! Since its opening, Habbibi has quickly established itself as a celeb favourite thanks to its glamourous in

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15 September 2025

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