Train Operator Great Northern has partnered with a popular local lunchtime provider, Martin Burnside, of The Street Kitchen and invited local MP Stephen McPartland to officially open the new outlet at Stevenage railway station.
As he opened the new Street Kitchen outlet, Stephen McPartland MP commented, "This is great news for passengers and I know from experience how great the food tastes at Street Kitchen. I am delighted to be given the honour of officially opening this amazing partnership between Street Kitchen and our new local train company Great Northern.
"The investment in Stevenage Station is part of an ongoing programme that makes me proud to be the Member of Parliament for Stevenage."
Stevenage station has recently undergone a £340,000 refurbishment, creating a modern and welcoming environment for passengers arriving at the station and Great Northern’s Chief Operating Officer Dyan Crowther, who joined in the ceremony said, “At Great Northern we are committed to strengthening partnerships with our local communities and working with local independent traders.
“This new outlet is a great addition to our newly-refurbished station concourse. Martin has created a unique food offering for the area, specialising in his famous curry made with over 30 fresh ingredients each day. His app will be a great facility for our busy passengers.”
Street Kitchen owner Martin is already known locally for his Mauritian style curry that he serves everyday out of his food van in Stevenage town centre, regularly attracting long queues of hungry customers. The curry is made fresh every morning with over 30 ingredients, with many locally sourced.A brand new customer app is due to launch soon, allowing Stevenage’s busy travellers to order and pay for their order in transit, arriving at the station to collect a hot, freshly made meal.
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