Southport BID feature by Andrew Brown Stand Up For Southport
Southport people with a sweet tooth are delighted after the new Kaspa’s Desserts opened its doors at Ocean Plaza Leisure on Saturday (20th April 2024).
There were queues of hungry diners waiting for seats throughout the day with people eager to be among the first to try the town’s first American style dessert eatery.
Diners are able to enjoy a mouth-watering selection of gelatos, waffles, crepes, shakes, smoothies and sundaes from an extensive menu that Kaspa’s says will “change the way you view desserts”.
The delicious dessert emporium was officially opened by Mayor of Sefton Cllr June Burns, who cut the ribbon for the official opening ceremony.
Kaspa’s Desserts has opened at Ocean Plaza Leisure in Southport. Photo by Andrew Brown Stand Up For Southport
There was a balloon artist making balloon models for children and a bustling atmosphere.
There has been a positive response from the first visitors.
Speaking on the Stand Up For Southport Facebook group, Joanna Armitage said: “We went on Saturday… it was delish!! Great, engaged and very friendly staff.”
Laura Morris said: “We went, it was a solid 10/10 from us!!”
Kaspa’s Desserts has spent the past few weeks transforming the former Frankie & Benny’s unit at Ocean Plaza Leisure, which has been closed since 2020.
Kaspa’s Desserts has opened at Ocean Plaza Leisure in Southport. Photo by Andrew Brown Stand Up For Southport
It is the third venture of a successful local franchise that already owns Kaspa’s Desserts outlets in Stockport and Bury.
Kaspa’s is an award-winning collection of exciting dessert houses that offer the world’s favourite hot and cold desserts under one roof.
Owner Ben Lehotkai said: “We were delighted to open our doors on Saturday at our new Kaspa’s Desserts in Southport!
“We already operate successful Kaspa’s in Stockport and Bury, and Southport is our third one.
Kaspa’s Desserts has opened at Ocean Plaza Leisure in Southport. Photo by Andrew Brown Stand Up For Southport
“There are over 100 Kaspa’s operating in the UK and Stockport is among the top 10% in terms of performance.
“We have 16 colleagues in Southport who have been busy training these past few days. Some of the people from our existing outlets joined us while we opened.
“We are really pleased to be situated next to Playtown Southport and all the other businesses at Ocean Plaza Leisure.
“I love Southport as a place. It’s brilliant to be situated so close to Southport Beach and the seafront! I really like Southport as a town too, it’s a beautiful place, I’ve been here many times.
Kaspa’s Desserts has opened at Ocean Plaza Leisure in Southport. Photo by Andrew Brown Stand Up For Southport
“If you have a sweet tooth, if you enjoy desserts, you are going to love Kaspa’s!”
The new Kaspa’s Desserts adds to the vibrant leisure and hospitality offering already at Ocean Plaza Leisure, which includes Vue Cinema, Tenpin bowling, Playtown children’s centre, Roberto’s Italian restaurant, Coastline Crossfit, Everlast Gym, Nando’s restaurant, The Good Hood, Starbucks drive through and Evans Cycles.
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