To mark National Small Business Day last week, we asked Yorkshire Evening Post readers to recommend their favourite small businesses in Leeds - and we were blown away by the response.
From fashion boutiques to small cafes and even a chilli shop, locals shared more than 500 recommendations with us, promoting their favourite small companies and sharing heart-warming stories. Some customers said they had made friends for life with their local business owners.
Here are 19 of the best small businesses in Leeds according to locals.
13. Amico Espresso and Café Bar
Sue Banks Kelly recommended Amico Espresso and Café Bar, a "lovely little coffee shop" in Drighlington | Google Photo: Google
14. The Pavilion
Melanie Timmermans recommended The Pavilion in Rothwell Park. She said: "Great coffee and cakes, and a warm friendly welcome." | The Pavilion/Facebook Photo: The Pavilion/Facebook
15. Nanna's Flowers
Jenny Murray gave a shout-out to her new small business, Nanna's Flowers at Morley Market. She said: "Morley Market Sisters are doing it for themselves opened three weeks ago and loving every second of it. Flowers for any occasions, plants for the home, garden faux flowers and memorial items." | Nanna's Flowers/Facebook Photo: Nanna's Flowers/Facebook
16. Beam Works
Lydia Westerman recommended Beam Works in Otley Road, Headingley, and said: "Great place to buy work from local artists, they also sell all sorts of wonderful things plus the staff are great." | Beam Works/Google Photo: Beam Works/Google
17. The Chilli Shop
Hannah Walmsley recommended The Chilli Shop in the Merrion Centre as "the best place for anything hot sauce related". The business is owned by Frank Jay (pictured). | James Hardisty Photo: James Hardisty
18. Lily's of Bramhope
Rachel Dunn gave a shout out to her business Lily's of Bramhope. She said: "Established for 11 years now and still working hard to provide quality flowers, gifts and cards." | Google Photo: Google