Food & drink news: General Stores opens a new branch on Deansgate Square

Independent retailer, General Store is continuing its successful expansion, opening a new venue at Deansgate Square.

In case you’re not familiar with the concept, and haven’t visited other branches in Ancoats, Castlefield or Media City, the General Stores offer a high end ‘corner shop’ experience, championing local, freshly-baked goods, selected alcohol and zero waste essential household items refill stations.

Excitingly, several of the region’s independent food brands will be stocked, from Nell’s Pizza to The Great North Pie Company, sitting alongside corner shop essentials.

An instore coffee shop will serve up freshly ground Ancoats Coffee, as well as juices, smoothies and cold brews, as well as regular guest spots from the likes of Just Natas and Cafe Lupo Italiano. It’s a simple and effective concept.