I tried the ‘secret' Greggs menu items only available in Scotland – as reason for local items revealed
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GREGGS fans are only just realising that there is a secret menu only available in Scotland.
Everyone is familiar with the classic sausage roll or cheese and onion pasty but did you know the Empire Biscuit is only available north of the border?
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Scottish Sun man Jordan Tennant taste tests the Scottish Greggs menu
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Some of the items include Scotch Pies, Empire Biscuits and Apple Danishes
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A Greggs spokesperson lifted the lid on the regional favourites after it was revealed that Scotland had the most local items.
They said: "Historically, our regional bakeries had responsibility for making their own products, which resulted in some local Greggs delicacies.
"Some of these were so popular that as the business has grown, we are still selling them today."
Elsewhere in the UK, Meat and Potato Pies can only be scoffed in Manchester while the London Cheesecake can be purchased in the southeast of England.
We previously revealed that customers were left heartbroken after a much-loved staple was axed, however there are plenty of other mouthwatering treats.
And Scottish Sun man JORDAN TENNANT was crust the man to try out the Scottish offerings.
SCOTCH PIE
I'VE eaten more Scotch Pies over the years than I care to remember.
And Greggs is definitely up there with the best for its generous filling.
The crust is crisp and the meat is mouthwatering with a stunning spice.
Only available in Scotland, the northeast of England has Savoury Mince Pie - we'll stick with the real thing.
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The Scotch Pie has a golden crust and is filled with stunning
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PINEAPPLE CAKE
IT wasn't just a burst of flavour I got from these sweet treats.
The Pineapple cake also brought back a burst of nostalgia from devouring them as a kid.
Our neighbours to the south are missing out on its rich cream filling on top of a sweet pineapple jam.
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The Pineapple Cake is a fan favourite for its sweet and rich filling
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EMPIRE BISCUIT
THEY say everyday is a school day and this was certainly the case when I discovered the Empire Biscuit originated in Scotland.
I'm told these are also available in the northeast of England.
SCOTLAND REGIONAL ITEMS Bloomers
Scotch Pie
Empire Biscuit
Fruit Scone
French Fancy
Pineapple Cake
Devon Doughnut
Jumbo Choc Ring Doughnut
Vanilla Doughnut
Apple Danish
If you've never crossed paths with this mouthwatering treat, there's jam in the middle and a cherry on the top.
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The Empire Biscuit is a golden biscuit with jam, icing and a cherry
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APPLE DANISH
THERE'S nothing Scottish about the name but that didn't bother me one bit.
When I think of a Danish pastry, I think of a flaky croissant-type texture.
But this was spongy and sweet and was perfect with a cup of coffee.
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The Apple Danish is sticky and pairs well with a cup of coffee
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UK'S REGIONAL ITEM Stotties – North East
Savoury Mince Pie – North East
Meat and Potato Bake – Manchester
Corned Beef Bake – West, North East, Leeds, Wales
Bread Pudding – South
Choc Flake Cake – Wales
Peach Melba – North East
Custard Tart – West
Cheese Scone – North East
London Cheesecake – South East
Pink Iced Finger – North East
Tottenham Cake – South East
Welsh Cake – Wales
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