Georgy Porgy's, a dedicated pie and mash shop, is set to open in the Northumberland seaside town of Blyth. Signs are now up on Bowes Street confirming the shop is 'opening soon', and a Facebook page for the business went live earlier this week.
Renovations to begin shortly
Renovations on the premises that Georgy Porgy's will occupy are due to commence shortly. The news that Blyth will be home to a pie and mash shop has already generated considerable excitement among local residents.
The post confirming the opening has gathered nearly 400 likes and numerous comments, with potential customers already making requests for which pies they would like to see on the menu. The owners have received widespread support around town, with one local commenting: 'Good luck we need something new in Blyth' and another replying: 'Good luck, great new addition to our town.'
Northern gravy, not liquor
Others declared they 'couldn't wait' for the shop to open. One inquisitive foodie asked whether Georgy Porgy's would follow the London tradition of serving pies with liquor, only to be told it will be 'northern gravy' all the way.
Georgy Porgy's will be hoping to match the success of Newcastle Pie and Mash Co, the popular shop in Westerhope, which has attracted customers from miles around for its pies.
