Ian Jones

Food and Drink Editor
Ian Jones

Ian Jones is a Manchester-based journalist, photographer and videographer with 23 years' experience, writing food reviews for Creative Tourist since 2015. His work has appeared in Telegraph Food, Time Out, The Independent, Vice and New Scientist. He has also contributed cultural commentary on Manchester for the New York Times.

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Malmaison Leeds
Leeds
Malmaison Leeds

Stylish hotel in Leeds that does it all, and does it well, with dark mood lighting and that glorious purple colour scheme

Mercure Leeds Centre
Leeds
Mercure Leeds Centre

Mercure Leeds Centre is a stylish 59-bedroom hotel offering a comfortable night sleep. The décor is inspired by Leeds’ rich tailoring heritage.

Twit Woo Vintage Boutique Leeds
Leeds
Shop
Twit-Woo

Twit-Woo is a small but perfectly formed boutique vintage shop. Their quality vintage Ladies & Chaps clothing line spans a broad range of eras, up to the 1980s, all at affordable prices.

Village Hotel Leeds North
Leeds
Hotel
Village Hotel Leeds North

Laid-back hotel based in a quiet village just outside Leeds. Ideal for a relaxing stay with the family, away from the hustle and bustle of Leeds city centre.

Leeds
Shop
Chirpy

Chirpy is a quaint design shop in Leeds with workshops and one-off events. They boast unique goods and accessories for home decor.

Leeds
Restaurant
LS6

LS6 is an independent café with flamboyant decor and a long-list of celebrity patrons. LS6 boasts a reputation for being the best breakfast around the Leeds area.

The Midnight Bell
Leeds
The Midnight Bell

The Midnight Bell is an old-fashioned boozer in Holbeck’s Urban Village, Water Lane, with a hugely popular beer garden and seasonal dishes.

Bar at The Cross Keys
Leeds
Restaurant
The Cross Keys

The Cross Keys is a modern gastropub with an open fire and fine range of local ales.

The White Swan Leeds
Leeds
Restaurant
The White Swan

The White Swan is a charming side-street pub next to the world famous City Varieties Theatre. It serves simple hearty food and a range of continental and American beers.

Oranaise Cafe Leeds
Leeds
Restaurant
Oranaise

Oranaise is a North African cafe with a smart range of fresh food, savoury pastries, and drinks.

Harewood House
Leeds
Restaurant
Harewood House

Harewood House is one of Leeds’ most regal buildings, and features a luxurious teahouse that should satisfy even the most traditional tea-drinker.

Patisserie Valerie Leeds
Leeds
Restaurant
Patisserie Valerie

Patisserie Valerie is a high-quality chain patisserie located on St. Paul’s Street in Leeds.