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Galaxy Cookie Crumble spread spotted on shelves in UK supermarket

It appears to be the first variation on the original Galaxy Chocolate Spread that's available in most UK supermarkets.

Emily Sergeant Emily Sergeant - 17th June 2020
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A Galaxy Cookie Crumble chocolate spread has been spotted by eagle-eyed shoppers on shelves at B&M this week and people are already dying to try it out.

It appears to be the first variation on the original Galaxy Chocolate Spread that’s available in most supermarkets across the UK.

Galaxy Cookie Crumble is already a well-loved chocolate bar that’s described in the product description as “smooth and creamy Galaxy chocolate, with delicious pieces of chocolate crumble”, so you can just imagine how nice that would be as a chocolate spread, right?

It’s no wonder Galaxy fans are going mad for it.

The sighting of this new cookie crumble spread was shared on popular food-spotting Instagram account @newfoodsuk yesterday afternoon.

The spread is pictured on the shelves at B&M under a sign that does confirm it’s a ‘new’ product.

Since sharing yesterday evening, the post has already gone on to amass thousands of likes and hundreds of comments from people seeming very eager to try it out for themselves.

A post on the popular Money Savers Online Facebook page has also received hundreds of interactions, shares and comments, so it sounds like there’s going to be a bit of a mad dash to B&M if you want to try and get your hands on this.

It unfortunately hasn’t been confirmed which B&M store the Galaxy Cookie Crumble spread was spotted in, meaning that it’s probably going to be a case of keeping your fingers crossed that you can find it in your local branch.

Pricing of the product also wasn’t indicated, but we don’t reckon it’s likely to be a bank breaking purchase.

It’s advised that you always check the opening times of your local B&M branch before making any trips in store and you can do that via the store locator here.

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A new Oasis-inspired coffee spot by a familiar Manc influencer is opening in the city centre

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We’re never short of cafés here in Manchester, especially in the city centre, and there are a fair few great ones in the Northern Quarter alone, but this new coffee shop from a famous local influencer is one to keep an eye on – especially as it’s a bit of an Oasis pun.

‘What’s the story?’, we hear you ask: Morning Glory, that’s what.

That’s right, NQ’s latest coffee spot is not only a fun little nod to the Britpop classic but a little bit of innuendo by an equally cheeky chappy and familiar content creator, Zack Hipps.

With the Oasis puns and double-entendre boxes ticked off, it already ticks a couple of boxes, but there are still plenty more reasons to think this will be a success.

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Morning Glory is opening in the Northern Quarter at the end of the month. (Credit: Morning Glory)

To start with, the jokes don’t stop as sandwich lovers will be glad to hear that there will be ‘Glory Holes’ on the menu…

Calm down, it’s not that kind of gaff. These are bagels that are sliced, stuffed with whipped cream, brushed with garlic butter, before being rebaked to golden perfection and finished with a drizzle of honey thyme. That admittedly does sound rather naughty.

Bagels are the main foodstuff on the menu, with a lineup of stacked fillings such as grilled peach with goat’s cheese and chilli jam; roast chicken thigh with smoked garlic mayo, iceberg lettuce and red onion and a ‘next-level’ ham and cheese stack.

Oh yeah, and it’s not only a coffee shop but promises to be a great and affordable spot for grab-and-go joe, specifically, too.

Morning Glory will be helping kickstart Manc mornings in the best way: with a banging coffee and bagel brekkie deal for just £5, making it perfect for those early risers and rushes to the commuter trams – OR, indeed, the ideal hangover cure after a night out in the city.

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Apart from the obvious Manchester music reference, the coffee bar is a fitting honey-yellow.
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The bagels are looking big and beautiful.
The diagonal floor stripes are a nod to The Hacienda nightclub. (Credit: Supplied)

Now, with the space itself spanning just 50sqm and featuring just 12 seats, not to mention fast, value-for-money food and drink, everyone can admit this isn’t necessarily the spot to sit for hours chatting with your mates over a brew.

Although Zack describes the room as “casual, cosy and full of personality” and “proper good vibes”, assuring quality at all times, they also state it is about “no faff” and the menu is made for being on the move, which is absolutely fine with us.

For instance, indie suppliers Kyoto Matcha will be chipping in with drinks and local bakery Vainllis over in Ancoats will be delivering a fresh twist on the Manchester tart, both of which are easy to order takeout and enjoy on the go.

Best of all, to mark the launch, the first 100 people through the doors on from 8am on opening Saturday, 30 August. August will not only bag a free drink, but three lucky customers will be randomly chosen to win a golden ticket, entitling them to free coffee every single day for A WHOLE YEAR.

Dreamy caffeine scenes.

Speaking on the impending opening just weeks after Oasis left the city, Hipps says, “Morning Glory Coffee is my love letter to Manchester. We’ve grafted for months building the space, and it’s mad to think we’re finally opening the doors.

“It’s a warm, welcoming spot with proper Manc charm, and I’m buzzing to be working alongside some of my favourite local makers. Manchester’s got one of the best food scenes in the country, and we can’t wait to shine a light on all the incredible talent out there, whilst fuelling up Manc’s one brew at a time.”

See you in the queue on Oldham Street come launch day for great coffee, Oasis in the headphones and hopefully some rare but glorious Manchester morning sun.

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Greggs brings back popular Vegan Steak Bake under ‘fresh’ new name

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Greggs has announced that one of its most popular bakes is making a comeback after unprecedented fan demand.

Veggies and vegans, happy Friday… this one’s for you.

As any fan of the popular bakery will tell you, the Steak Bake is an absolute staple of the Greggs menu, and is undoubtedly one of the chain’s best-sellers, meaning it’s been a mainstay in stores for years on end now… but sadly, the same couldn’t be said about the plant-based alternative.

In case you don’t quite remember its release, or didn’t get a chance to try it the first time round, the Vegan Steak Bake is exactly what it says on the tin – a vegan version of the iconic Steak Bake.

First launched to mark Veganuary – which is an annual challenge to promote and educate about veganism by encouraging people to follow a vegan lifestyle for the month of January – all the way back in 2020, the Vegan Steak Bake joined the chain’s popular, and still existing, Vegan Sausage Roll to form part of its growing meat-free lineup.

The Vegan Steak Bake was created to mirror some of the original pasty’s features, according to Greggs.

It featured thin layers of puff pastry, and a filling made with pieces of Quorn instead of beef, all mixed in with diced onions and a meat-free gravy.

While the bake seemed to be a hit with vegans, vegetarians, and those who just fancied a meat-free alternative to their day, and even made a short-lived return again in early 2024, it sadly didn’t stick around for too long.

Greggs has announced the return of the popular Vegan Steak Bake / Credit: Greggs

But now, it looks like it’s time for a Vegan Steak Bake comeback again in 2025 – and this time, it’s got a slightly new name and a ‘fresh’ look.

Greggs wrote on its website ahead of the Vegan Steak Bake return: “What’s the big deal?” you might ask. In our humble opinion, tasty steak-free pieces mixed with diced onions and a vegan-friendly gravy is the absolute biggest of deals.

“It’s vegan, it’s incredibly delicious and it’s yours from just £2.10. What more do you need?”

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The Vegan Lattice (Steak-Free), as it’s now called, is apparently still ‘super tasty’, despite being named something different.

It’s available to order from all Greggs sites across the UK now.

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