{"id":219,"date":"2023-12-10T16:53:33","date_gmt":"2023-12-10T16:53:33","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/journalists.org.uk\/rosie-brennan\/?p=219"},"modified":"2023-12-14T22:01:53","modified_gmt":"2023-12-14T22:01:53","slug":"first-greggs-bistro-launches-in-newcastle","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/journalists.org.uk\/rosie-brennan\/2023\/12\/10\/first-greggs-bistro-launches-in-newcastle\/","title":{"rendered":"First Greggs bistro launches in Newcastle"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">A brand-new original Greggs restaurant has launched inside Fenwick in the heart of Newcastle. Greggs and Fenwick have partnered to deliver the ultimate Greggs to Newcastle.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">From December 1<sup>st<\/sup> until New Years\u2019 Eve, this one-of-a-kind Bistro Greggs will be available inside Fenwick for customers to enjoy the ultimate festive experience.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">After being dubbed the Greggs Capital of Britain by an analysis from <a href=\"https:\/\/www.chroniclelive.co.uk\/news\/north-east-news\/pasty-three-newcastle-revealed-greggs-11887605\">The Chronicle Live, <\/a>the chain has taken their branding to an entirely new level.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"Greggs Bistro x Fenwick launches in Newcastle\" width=\"500\" height=\"281\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/KJIJmlYnA5E?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Greggs launches their first-ever bistro in collaboration with Fenwick in Newcastle. Video credits: Rosie Brennan, @cuppatoon on YouTube<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This partnership is not entirely new.<a href=\"https:\/\/www.chroniclelive.co.uk\/whats-on\/food-drink-news\/greggs-backwards-sign-fenwicks-window-15366646\"> Greggs reflected its logo <\/a>onto Fenwick\u2019s infamous Christmas windows back in 2018.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-pullquote\"><blockquote><p>&#8220;We take out first step with Fenwick into classic French-inspired fine dining&#8221;<\/p><cite>Hannah Squirrell, Greggs customer director to The Independent <\/cite><\/blockquote><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Combining the best-loved products of Greggs with a fresh fine-dining experience, the multi-course menu includes breakfast, lunch, dinner.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Greggs customer director Hannah Aquirrell told <a href=\"https:\/\/www.independent.co.uk\/life-style\/greggs-restaruant-fine-dining-newcastle-b2455385.html\">The Independent <\/a>\u201cthe launch of Bistro Greggs marks a watershed moment as we take our first step with Fenwick into classic French-inspired fine dining\u201d. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">A Greggs Benedict, complete with sausage, bean &amp; cheese melt, smoked ham, poached cacklebean eggs and hollandaise sauce is one of many fine dining breakfast options. As well as a \u00a37.50 Full English with vegetarian and vegan variations, both at \u00a37.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Classic items like the sausage roll are provided at a high-quality level. The roll is accompanied by piccalilli dressing, pickled carrots, cauliflower and cucumber for a more elegant meal for \u00a34.50.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-pullquote\"><blockquote><p>&#8220;The classic Greggs favourites are executed perfectly&#8221; <\/p><cite>Kelly Leonard, Newcastle Food Blogger<\/cite><\/blockquote><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-media-text\" style=\"grid-template-columns:33% auto\"><figure class=\"wp-block-media-text__media\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"303\" height=\"403\" src=\"https:\/\/journalists.org.uk\/rosie-brennan\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/23005\/2023\/12\/403410197_4369208629971516_2435238236266715845_n-1.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-387 size-full\" srcset=\"https:\/\/journalists.org.uk\/rosie-brennan\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/23005\/2023\/12\/403410197_4369208629971516_2435238236266715845_n-1.jpg 303w, https:\/\/journalists.org.uk\/rosie-brennan\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/23005\/2023\/12\/403410197_4369208629971516_2435238236266715845_n-1-226x300.jpg 226w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 303px) 100vw, 303px\" \/><\/figure><div class=\"wp-block-media-text__content\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">North East-inspired art hangs on the walls, with several illustrations depicting Greggs classics like the Jammie doughnut, as well as iconic landmarks like the Angel of The North.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-small-font-size wp-block-paragraph\">North-East inspired art inside Greggs Bistro, Fenwick. Image credits: Rosie Brennan<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The bistro has been praised for its\u2019 affordable prices. Newcastle food blogger<a href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/kellythefoodiencl\/?utm_source=ig_web_button_share_sheet\"> Kelly Leonard<\/a> said \u201cIt\u2019s a nice idea being in the heart of Newcastle, the menu offers a delightful variety at reasonable prices. The classic Greggs favourites are executed perfectly, some with roast potatoes and gravy, and the convenient location makes it a go-to spot for a satisfying yet reasonably priced lunch!\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Alcoholic drinks are also available. A speciality \u2018Pink Jasmine Fizz\u2019 cocktail has been introduced by Mother Mercy, inspired by Greggs\u2019 iconic Pink Jammie doughnut. Guests can ring bells placed on each table if they wish to order it. As well as a selection of champagne, wine beer and cider.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"303\" height=\"403\" src=\"https:\/\/journalists.org.uk\/rosie-brennan\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/23005\/2023\/12\/403399824_1070386447304933_2928410382370012264_n.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-383\" style=\"width:326px;height:auto\" srcset=\"https:\/\/journalists.org.uk\/rosie-brennan\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/23005\/2023\/12\/403399824_1070386447304933_2928410382370012264_n.jpg 303w, https:\/\/journalists.org.uk\/rosie-brennan\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/23005\/2023\/12\/403399824_1070386447304933_2928410382370012264_n-226x300.jpg 226w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 303px) 100vw, 303px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<pre class=\"wp-block-verse has-small-font-size\">'Ring for Pink Jasmine Fizz' bell in Newcastle Bistro. Image Credits: Rosie Brennan <\/pre>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The pop-up is decorated like a real five-star restaurant. Tabled are laid out in an upscale fashion, including the \u2018Press for Pink Jasmine Fizz\u2019 bell placed on each table. Most dishes are served under silver cloches as a string quartet plays renditions of modern chart-topping hits.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Mark Reid, Fenwick\u2019s executive head chef, told <a href=\"https:\/\/www.shieldsgazette.com\/news\/fenwick-and-greggs-team-up-to-bring-bistro-greggs-to-the-north-east-4429961\">The Shields Gazzette <\/a>\u201cGreggs in itself is an everyday treat and the goal was to try and elevate that treat further, verging on the decadent and indulgent with a nod to Christmas\u201d. <\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>A brand-new original Greggs restaurant has launched inside Fenwick in the heart of Newcastle. 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