Jeff and the team would like to say a big thank you to all our guests who we have had the pleasure of entertaining at the Bistro since we opened. After what can only be described as a hectic 3 years, we believe the goals set out have been, on the whole, achieved and we will endeavour to keep delivering the qualities and fun elements of the restaurant as we continue forward.

Working with our specialist suppliers we always use the best seasonal and local produce where and whenever possible. The core elements in place are still what we believe to be right, BISTRO in having traditional values and MODERNE where we have the abilities to work with new and advanced techniques to give the diner a true taste of Yorkshire.

Our signature dishes are Whitby Crab, with Indian Spices, Yorkshire Rib Steak & Duck Egg and the now famous Lemon Tops underline our determination to offer quality food with little notes of adventure and humour.

And for those of you who are interested, here are just some of Jeff’s career highlights:

• Held a Michelin Star for 10 years 1996 to 2006 whilst heading up the kitchens of Pool Court.
• First Chef to ever achieve a Michelin Star in Leeds.
• Dom Perignon ‘The Collection’.
• Listed as one of the top 35 Chefs in the UK.
• Worked at 2 Star Château Montreuil.
• Worked under Brian Turner and Nigel Davies at Sud Ouest.
• Worked at 3 Star Tante Claire under the guidance of Pierre Koffman.
• Yorkshire Chef of the Year 2005 – Yorkshire Life Magazine.
• Awarded ‘Outstanding Contribution to the Leeds Restaurant Industry’ – Leeds Restaurant Association Awards 2005.