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March 17, 2020|Yorkshire-Kitchen

Dakota Leeds launches new cocktail menu that’s literally a work of art

Dakota Leeds has launched a brand-new cocktail menu that pairs art with experimental mixology. Inspired by some of the most classic works from iconic artists across the globe including Vincent van Gogh, Leonardo da Vinci and William Turner, the ‘L’art du Cocktail’ menu has been created by the bar team, headed up by Hotel Bar Manager, Mircea Mirica. The new menu consists of 15 flavoursome cocktails and showcases different stages of art through past decades. Each drink has been created with the

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March 17, 2020|Yorkshire-Kitchen

Can't find bread in the supermarket - why not make your own, it's easy.

Why not make your own. It's easy, cheap and better for you with no preservatives. Preparation 20 minutes; Cook 25 minutes. Ingredients: 500g strong white flour, plus extra for dusting 2 tsp salt 7g sachet fast-action yeast 3 tbsp olive oil 300ml water Mix 500g strong white flour, 2 tsp salt and a 7g sachet of fast-action yeast in a large bowl. Make a well in the centre, then add 3 tbsp olive oil and 300ml water, and mix well. If the dough seems a little stiff, add another 1-2 tbsp water and

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March 17, 2020|Lifestyle

Leeds Grand Theatre closes due to Coronavirus

Following official government advice issued on Monday 16 March, which stipulates that people should avoid public buildings, including theatres, we regret to announce that Leeds Grand Theatre & Opera House Ltd. will close from today to help slow the spread of coronavirus. Our three venues – Leeds Grand Theatre, City Varieties Music Hall and Hyde Park Picture House - will remain closed until further notice and will re-open as soon as possible - following government recommendations. Chris Blythe,

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March 17, 2020|Entrepreneurs

Sheffield Entrepreneur Featured on Forbes’ Prestigious “30 Under 30 Europe”

Forbes today released it’s fifth annual edition of its “30 Under 30 Europe” list - featuring 300 young visionaries boldly redefining ten industries across 32 European countries. The list highlights young disruptors, visionaries and rising stars from across Europe, who are transforming industries and setting a new agenda. The list includes 30 honorees in each of the 10 categories; all aged under 30 years old - Sheffield-based young creative entrepreneur Lucy Arnold was ecstatic to find out today

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March 11, 2020|Yorkshire-Kitchen

Stockdales of Yorkshire announces new head chef

Michelin Plate recommended Leeds restaurant Stockdales of Yorkshire is launching a new mouth-watering spring à la carte menu in March, following the arrival of new head chef Giuseppe Romano. Since joining in January 2020, Bradford-born Giuseppe has worked closely with his eight-strong team of chefs to develop a new à la carte menu that celebrates everything that’s great about British cuisine. Available from Friday 20th March, the new menu gives top-billing to the best-loved ingredients of the

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March 11, 2020|Fashion and Lifestyle

Are you a Bright Winter or a Cool Summer?

By: Rachel Peru. I was slightly nervous before inviting the lovely Rhona Langon, Founder of Style Illuminated into my wardrobe. What we choose to wear each day is such a personal choice and I’d booked in with Rhona for a full wardrobe review. I love fashion and like to think I’m quite good at knowing what suits me best, but I’ve never had my colours done before and was intrigued to find out more. After a long career in the fashion industry, including as style ambassador for Phase Eight, Rhona

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March 11, 2020|Entrepreneurs

Ex-YouGov director joins Yorkshire tech enterprise

Forward-thinking AI and Machine Learning (ML) organisation, Third Foundation, has appointed a former YouGov director to become its chief operating officer. Shirelle Grant was director of client management at YouGov and prior to that director at award-winning B2B marketing automation agency Stein IAS – responsible for the China division based in Shanghai. Her high-profile appointment comes on the back of Third Foundation announcing some substantial client wins, and the release of a trio of new

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March 9, 2020|Entrepreneurs

Huddersfield Aesthetics Clinic awarded CQC status

Huddersfield aesthetics clinic, Pretty Machine Aesthetics has been awarded CQC (Care Quality Commission) status following a stringent process, demonstrating the clinic’s commitment to the highest standards of patient care, safety and ethics. Located in the Heritage Exchange in Lindley, the clinic was founded by Jen Vittanuova (pictured), a Registered Nurse Prescriberwith more than eighteen years’ experience working for both the NHS and some of the UK’s most prestigious private clinics and hospi

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March 9, 2020|Lifestyle

Heritage & arts project creates a new role model

A recent heritage and arts project, spanning Hull and West Yorkshire, has created a powerful new role model for young women in the region. The project, called Crossing the Line was inspired by the true story of Julia Lee, who survived and thrived against the odds to become one of the first women to referee men’s Rugby League. Now, thanks to pupils from Newland School for Girls in Hull, Julia’s name is on the shortlist for a Highways England competition to name a new bridge which spans the City

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March 9, 2020|What's on

Getting in the swing for Vintage Bling Fling

Businesswomen will be getting in the swing by donning glamorous 1940s glad rags for this year’s vintage-themed Bling Fling charity “jamboree”. The vintage theme has been chosen to commemorate VE Day (Victory in Europe Day) which marks the 75th anniversary of the formal end of World War II, because this year’s event, on Friday May 1, takes place just a week before the May 8 celebrations. The Bling Fling charity businesswomen’s lunch is held annually at The Arches in Dean Clough, Halifax, in aid

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March 6, 2020|What's on

Leeds Playhouse to stage new musical featuring the hit songs of Sir Tom Jones

WHAT’S NEW PUSSYCAT?, a brand new musical featuring the iconic songs of the internationally celebrated singer Sir Tom Jones, and written by the Tony-Award winning Joe DiPietro (Memphis the Musical), will premiere at Leeds Playhouse on 23 September. WHAT’S NEW PUSSYCAT? takes Henry Fielding’s classic comic novel, The History of Tom Jones, A Foundling and using the legendary hit songs of Sir Tom Jones, casts it in a fresh and vibrant new light in the swinging 60s. The production will include the

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March 6, 2020|Entrepreneurs

DSA New Head of Operations Champions International Women’s Day

Doncaster Sheffield Airport is pleased to announce the appointment of Dee Thomas as its new Director of Operations. As we approach International Women’s Day #eachforequal campaign, Dee is a key senior appointment for the airport which is keen to encourage more women to work in aviation. Dee joined DSA at the start of the year having relocated from Kent where she worked for Wilson James, suppliers of security, logistics and business support, where she was the Director of Aviation. In her role sh

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