Thursday, 13 October saw an array of VIP guests gather together to celebrate the opening of The Ivy Asia, Leeds on Vicar Lane, which will welcome diners from Tuesday 18 October.
Partygoers included Leeds United footballers Robin Koch and Mateusz Klich, Emmerdale’s Natalie Jamieson, Coronation Street’s newest star Clint Gordon and his girlfriend, The Apprentice winner Sian Gabbidon, Interior Design Masters’ Siobhan Murphy, and Leeds’ Michelin-starred chef Michael O’Hare to name but a few who were in attendance at The Ivy Asia Leeds.
On the night, revellers were greeted on arrival by Taiko drummers and contemporary dancers, whilst a live DJ, percussionist and roaming saxophonist kept vibrations high inside the restaurant.
Guests were treated to a selection of delicious canapés including Tuna & Imperial Caviar Cigar, Golden Duck Aromatic Duck Spring Rolls, Seared Wagyu Beef Barbeque Glazed Rolls and Tempura Asparagus with Spicy Mayo. Drinks included a selection of refreshing cocktails alongside The Ivy Collection Champagne. Guests in attendance were the first to experience the luxurious interiors of the venue, with features including a striking gold bar, signature luminous green agate flooring and a photo-worthy cherry blossom tree, spanning the main restaurant.
What they ate
Savoury Canapes
- Tuna & Imperial Caviar Cigar
- Spiced Salmon I Shiso Leaf I Green Chilli I Pickled Onion & Sesame
- Lobster Wonton, Black Truffle & Yuzu Kosho
- The Ivy Asia Black Shell
- Seared Wagyu Beef Barbeque Glaze Maki Rolls & Spicy Tuna Maki Rolls
- Tempura Asparagus & Spicy Mayo
- Golden Duck Aromatic Duck Spring Rolls & Hoi Sin Sauce
- The Bonsai: Avocado Dragon Rolls, Shiitake & Eryngi Gunkan with Black Truffle & Gold Leaf
- Prawn & Tamarind Curry
- Salt & Pepper Beef Fillet
- Spinach & Mushroom Gyoza
Sweet Canapes
- Selection Of Mochi Ice Cream
- Passion Fruit & Coconut Doughnuts
- Lychee, Mango & Papaya and Yuzu Sorbet
What they drank:
- The Ivy Collection Champagne and an array of refreshing cocktails including:
- Peach & Ginger Highball – Ramsbury Single Estate Gin, Peach Liquor, Ginger Juice, and Ginger Ale.
- Yuzu Fizz – Gin, Fever Tree Lime, and Yuzu Soda
- Rose of the Orient – Rose Syrup, Lychee Juice, and Fever Tree Raspberry & Orange Blossom Soda
Address: 55-57 Vicar Ln, Leeds LS1 6BA
Website: https://www.theivyasialeeds.com/
Instagram: @theivyasia
