From a luxury men’s hairdresser to a new cafe and bar, here are five new openings you have to try – and four more on the way.
1. Exciting new openings in Leeds
Here are five new businesses and four more on the way Photo: National World/Kidson
2. Kidson
Luxury men's hairdressers Kidson opened a new salon in Chapel Allerton in January. The men’s hairdressing group offers a luxury salon experience for men, stepping away from the traditional barber shop ’10 minute visit’, and says it is dedicated to raising the standards in barbering. The new salon in Gledhow Valley Road has been fitted out with opulent décor, stylish seating and even boasts a bar for customers to enjoy a drink before and during their appointment. Photo: Kidson
3. MyMakan
New Malaysian restaurant MyMakan opened in Horsforth this month, taking over the former Kuala Lumpur Restaurant in Town Street. MyMakan, which translates to ‘a place to eat’, serves 100% halal food with more than 40 Malaysian dishes to choose from. Photo: MyMakan
4. Residence 74
Residence 74 opened a new cafe and cocktail bar in North Lane, Headingley, this week. The menu includes the cafe’s signature Full English, with veggie, vegan and gluten free options available, as well as a dinner menu and bottomless brunch. Photo: Simon Hulme
5. Millie's Cookies
Popular bakery Millie’s Cookies has opened a brand new store in The Headrow. The store is its second in Leeds, having previously opened at the White Rose Centre. Founded in 1985, Millie’s Cookies is a chain of retail bakeries, specializing in cookies, muffins, hot drinks and gifts. Photo: Jonathan Gawthorpe
6. Slap and Pickle
Slap & Pickle has found a new permanent home in Leeds after losing two residencies in the city before Christmas. The burger joint has set up in Black Sheep Tap & Bar in Chapel Allerton, serving its Swaledale beef smash burgers and succulent plant-powered patties. Photo: Tony Johnson