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Influencer gets taste for the city

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December 09, 2025

A SOCIAL media food influencer says he is considering moving to Leicester after a 48-hour tour of its eateries.

- By STAFF REPORTER

The city's diverse food scene received a big endorsement from Ryan Shepherd.

Ryan, who operates the food channel, Bigga Boys Food Reviews, reaches more than five million viewers a month.

He chose Leicester after persistent recommendations from his followers.

Over two days, Shepherd sampled menus at more than 20 eateries, trying everything from the curry houses of the Golden Mile to global cuisine and the city's Christmas market offerings.

Impressed with the quality of food he sampled, Ryan said: "Leicester has a great food scene.

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