Friends of Ham is an all-day charcuterie and bar situated on New Station Street. Operating from a bright, airy and recently renovated space in the heart of Leeds, these guys offer a fantastic array of ham and cheese sharing boards, as well as a neat choice of Iberian influenced smaller plates.

Friends of Ham though they may be, they’ve also got a special relationship with craft beer. Boasting a comprehensive range of up to 150 bottles and a flurry of taps that flow with carefully picked ales, stouts, porters and ciders, this is an absolute must for the city’s beer lovers. Try their six beer flights (£9.50) if you can’t make your mind up, or alternatively enjoy a crisp helping of sherry or something from their perfectly formed wine list to match your food.

This is a relaxed and welcoming space that suits wiling away a day off or enjoying a pint after work, and with a candlelit basement space offering table service, Friends of Ham is a prime choice for a snug date night.