Hugely popular chain Greggs has opened a new store in an Essex town, creating 15 new jobs. The venue has opened in Market Place, Saffron Walden today (May 17).
The shop will stock Greggs favourites, including the on-the-go-retailer’s popular Sausage Roll, Steak Bake and other vegan alternatives. The bakery will also offer a breakfast roll or baguette alongside a Fairtrade orange juice or hot drink – served until 11am every day.
Ahead of the summer, Greggs have also launched two brand-new pasta pots – the Piri Piri Chicken Pasta and Pesto & Mozzarella Pasta and a handful of returning menu items with new and improved recipes; Sweet Potato Bhaji & Rice, Smoky Cajun Rice with BBQ Chicken & Sweetcorn Fritters, Feta & Tomato Pasta and Chicken & Bacon Pasta.
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There are also a variety of pizza slices including Margherita, Pepperoni, Spicy Mexican Chicken, Spicy Veg and Pepperoni Hot Shot. After 4pm, customers can pick up any pizza slice with any drink from £2.85 instead of the usual £3.50.
The Saffron Walden shop opens with a fresh new look and comfortable indoor seating. The shop’s opening hours are Monday – Saturday 7am to 7pm, and Sundays 8am to 4pm.
Gillian Long, Retail Operations Director for Greggs, said: “Our new shop in Saffron Walden has brought 15 new jobs to the local area, as well as providing customers with a modern, convenient new place to experience their favourite Greggs food.”