Ewan Burkinshaw

TV show 'Man Vs Food' changed everything. Adam Richman, god of gluttony and professional devourer, quite comprehensively demonstrated our carnal desire for eating hideous amounts of meat and face melting chilli. So, no more do we have to prod at puny plates of food, or settle for scantily spiced supper because Leeds has its own exciting collection of gut busting food challenges. Mr Richman, we who are about to dine, salute you!  Popina's    A photo posted by Courtney Raymond (@craymond13) on Jun 15, 2014 at 11:51am PDT   Popina’s is famous amongst the city’s students. Their breakfast butties have cured many a hangover and are, on occasion, the only reason some people get out of bed on the weekend. Never mind the small breakfast, what we're interested in is THE MEGA BREAKFAST! This consists of three pieces of bacon, three sausages, four eggs, two hash browns, mushrooms, tomatoes, black pudding, a fried slice, beans, bread and butter or toast, accompanied by tea or coffee. Demolish this beast and the champion will be added to the winner’s board and receives a Popina’s key ring. Not only that, the board pits boys against girls, so there's even more at stake. Popina's, 31 Brudenell Rd, Leeds LS6 1HA MEATliquor    A photo posted by @misskpeach on Jun 27, 2013 at 4:36am PDT   MEATLiquor, this dark church whose idol is BBQ and cocktails, offer a chilli pepper based challenge so hot it was reported to have created a bead of sweat on Chuck Norris’ forehead. The fearsome 'Tri

If you're eating out in Leeds, you're spoilt for choice if you want burgers or barbecued meat. But what if you'd rather indulge your sweet tooth? We take a look at some of the most plentiful puds in Leeds.   Get Baked: The Joint Fresh from its refurbishment, The Joint offers two particularly decedent desserts.  Ideally located next to The University of Leeds, its dessert menu reflects the tastes of its co-founder Rich, and of the desires of the clientele. Rich is proud to point out that all the cakes and cheesecakes are homemade, and the taste reflects this. <img id="cc33cc86-bdc1-8732-f7b0-b2d13ff2d72e" data-caption="Peanut Butter Dream Pie" data-credit="Ewan Burkinshaw" data-width-class="100" type="image/jpeg" total="457041" loaded="457041" image_id="102905840" src="http://media.timeout.com/images/102905840/image.jpg" class="photo lazy inline"> Peanut Butter Dream PieEwan Burkinshaw   The Peanut Butter Dream Pie is created on an Oreo pie crust, with chocolate ganache and a peanut butter mousse. The dessert is topped with whipped cream, marshmallows, Oreos, peanut butter cups and chocolate fudge sauce. S'mores PieEwan Burkinshaw     Also made with an Oreo pie crust, the S'mores Pie features a chocolate ganache, chocolate truffle centre and topped with toasted marshmallow. Both, as you'd imagine, are incredibly rich but well worth the calories. Get Baked: The Joint. Trinity St Davids Church, Woodhouse Lane, Leeds, LS2 9JT  Almost Famous  <img id="fe321a17-c5d1-2cf