FOOD AND DRINK

Taylor Wimpey Yorkshire has contributed £250 to the Leeds North & West Foodbank

11th January 2025

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Taylor Wimpey Yorkshire Contributes £250 to Leeds Foodbank for Emergency Food Aid

Taylor Wimpey Yorkshire has contributed £250 to the Leeds North & West Foodbank, aiding their effort to provide three days’ worth of nutritionally balanced emergency food to locals in crisis. Leeds North & West Foodbank is a vital community resource committed to addressing food insecurity and providing support to individuals and families in crisis…

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Vinnie’s Food Pantry and St Vincent’s Social Enterprise

25th October 2024

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St. Vincent’s Social Enterprise Launches New Food Pantry in Leeds to Combat Rising Living Costs

St. Vincent’s Social Enterprise unveiled its new pantry this week, aimed at providing those struggling to afford essentials with a dignified shopping alternative to traditional grocery stores. Located on Silk Mill Drive, Vinnie’s Food Pantry is open every Thursday and Friday from 10 AM to 3 PM. The pantry operates on a membership basis,…

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Benefits of Olives Leeds

5th July 2024

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The Many Benefits of Olives: A Staple of Mediterranean Cuisine

Olives, small fruits from the Olea europaea tree, are not only a key component in Mediterranean cuisine but also a powerhouse of nutrition. Leeds Health and Wellbeing Boards (HWBs) are a vital part of the local government framework in many regions, primarily focused on assessing and addressing the health needs of the local community.…

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Cranberry Juice Leeds

15th June 2024

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The Health Benefits of Cranberry Juice: A Tart Solution to Wellness

Cranberry juice, with its distinctive tart flavor, is more than just a refreshing drink; it’s packed with health benefits that make it a valuable addition to your diet. Cranberry juice is rich in several vital nutrients. It is an excellent source of vitamin C, which is crucial for immune system function, skin health, and…

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Health Benefits of Spinach and Broccoli

7th June 2024

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Exploring the Health Benefits of Spinach and Broccoli

In the realm of health and nutrition, few vegetables hold as much clout as spinach and broccoli. These green powerhouses are not only versatile and delicious but packed with essential nutrients that offer myriad health benefits. From enhancing eye health to boosting the immune system, spinach and broccoli are must-haves for any health-conscious individual’s…

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Plant-Based Councils

26th April 2024

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Leeds City Council Pressured To Take Climate Action And Go 100% Plant-Based

The Plant-Based Councils campaign aims to address the climate emergency starting with the food on our plates. On April 25, 2024 at Leeds Civic Hall, local residents and supporters of the Plant-Based Councils campaign unfurled a banner asking Leeds City Council to ensure that all food and drink provided at council meetings and events…

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Oolong tea Leeds

5th April 2024

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Unveiling the Health Benefits and Timeless Elegance of Oolong Tea

Oolong tea, often revered as the ‘champagne of teas’, occupies a special place in the world of tea connoisseurs and health enthusiasts alike. With its rich history, nuanced flavors, and a plethora of health benefits, Oolong tea stands as a testament to the profound connection between tradition and wellness. Originating from China’s Fujian province,…

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Leeds South and East Food Bank

19th January 2024

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Leeds South and East food bank welcomes delivery from Amazon in Leeds

A team of employees from the Amazon sortation centre in Leeds visited the team at the Leeds South and East food bank to deliver a donation of food and essential supplies worth £1,000. Leeds South and East food bank has been supporting the community since 2013, providing emergency food parcels with three days’ worth…

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Heart Research UK Healthy Heart Tip BBQ

16th June 2023

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Heart Research UK Healthy Heart Tip: Heart Healthy BBQ

Heart Research UK Healthy Heart Tip, written by the Health Promotion and Education Team at Heart Research UK. Nothing quite says summer like the smell of a BBQ. This week’s healthy tip is all about how we can turn a regular not-so-healthy BBQ into a flavour packed heart healthy feast for the whole family…

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Sausage & Cider Festival

28th April 2023

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The Sausage & Cider Festival will be returning to Leeds at Royal Armouries

This years Sausage & Cider festivals will have a brand new range of ciders, more live music and some amazing new flavours of sausage. The iconic sausage and cider fest is returning to Leeds Armouries on Saturday the 6th of May. This indoor food and drink event will run in an afternoon session (12:00-17:00)…

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Leeds City Council and the Trussell Trust

11th November 2022

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Leeds City Council and the Trussell Trust publish research backing ‘Cash First’ approach

Leeds City Council and the Trussell Trust have published research supporting a ‘Cash First’ approach. The research follows a pilot which started last year in which the council worked with three food banks in Leeds, Leeds Food Aid Network (LFAN) and the Trussell Trust to set up a cash first pilot scheme. The research…

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Leeds Food Strategy

21st October 2022

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Leeds City Council asks public to feedback on first citywide food strategy

Residents, businesses, and organisations are being invited to have their say to help shape a new vision for the future of how food is produced, consumed, and disposed across Leeds. Senior councillors approved plans to consult on the new strategy at a meeting of the council’s Executive Board. The draft Leeds Food Strategy 2022-2030…

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Food Wise Leeds

7th October 2022

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Collaborative effort to curb Leeds’ food emissions

A new collaboration which aims to reduce the city’s carbon footprint through food has been announced by Leeds City Council, the University of Leeds and Food Wise Leeds. Around 10% of the UK’s carbon emissions can be linked to the food we eat or waste, with every part of the journey from farm to…

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Leeds Community Foundation

5th March 2021

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Extra funding for schools to support vulnerable children over the Easter holidays

Schools in Leeds are being encouraged to apply for funding to deliver a food and activity programme for vulnerable children over the Easter Healthy Holidays. Leeds City Council is inviting individual schools, or schools in partnership with other organisations, to submit their proposals by March 10 at 12pm for the opportunity to be involved.…

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Salmon Fish Cakes

26th February 2021

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Hot-smoked salmon fish cakes

Salmon is a saltwater fish, but what makes it (almost) unique in the fish world is that it swims through estuaries and upstream to find freshwater where it can reproduce. Salmon is often known as the fish for people who don’t like fish due to its meaty texture and delicate flavour. Salmon features prominently…

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Free School Meals Leeds

4th December 2020

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Leeds City Council to provide free school meals during Christmas and February holidays

Leeds City Council has committed to providing free school meals for eligible children across the city over the Christmas break and February half-term. The Covid Winter Grant Fund was announced by the Government on 8 November 2020 to enable local authorities to better support vulnerable children, families and individuals. Leeds City Council was allocated…

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Leeds Foodbank Delivery Photo

8th May 2020

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Leeds health workers donate enough food to foodbank to fill an 8 metre high staircase

Staff at Spire Leeds Hospital have successfully completed a challenge to collect enough food for the Leeds Foodbank to fill the 200 year old, 8 metre high staircase at the hospital. Over 300 staff at the hospital in Jackson Avenue spent their valuable spare time, in between shifts looking after the city’s patients, to…

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FareShare in Leeds

24th April 2020

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Over 5,000 food parcels delivered as part of emergency food programme in Leeds

More than 5,000 food parcels have been delivered in less than a month to vulnerable people in Leeds as part of an unprecedented emergency food distribution programme in the city. Managed by Leeds City Council working with partners including food and hunger charity FareShare, local businesses and the third sector, the programme is now…

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Leeds Market

17th July 2019

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Shop plastic free at Leeds Kirkgate Market this summer

July has been named Plastic Free July by the Plastic Free Foundation and you can’t shop more ‘plastic-free’ than at Leeds Market. The market has been home to lots of traders who support the ethics of zero waste for a long time. Founded in 1951 The Nut Shop has always encouraged customers to bring…

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Leeds Food Partnership Award

14th June 2019

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Bronze Birthday Present for Leeds Food Partnership

After just one year, the Leeds Food Partnership (LFP) is celebrating winning a prestigious accolade, The Sustainable Food Cities Bronze award. Set up in 2018, the partnership celebrates good food and helps address health inequalities by reducing food poverty, supporting local food businesses, reducing the environmental impact of food, influencing the trade and consumption…

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Come Dine with Me

17th October 2018

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ITV Studios are looking for new keen amateur chefs to take part in the hugely popular Channel 4 show, Come Dine with Me in Leeds

Come Dine With Me is the BAFTA nominated Channel 4 series that sees amateur culinary show-offs from across the UK putting their hosting skills to the test. Over the course of a week, contestants take turns cooking for 3 to 4 strangers in a battle to win £1,000. Narrated by legendary voice over artist…

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Leeds Food and Drink Festival

31st May 2018

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Tasty treats in store as food festival returns

A spectacular showcase of some of the city’s finest food and drink will return to Millennium Square this weekend. The eighth annual Leeds Food and Drink Festival opens this Friday and will feature a huge array of street food vendors and international cuisine along with a delicious selection of local dishes and produce. Formerly…

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