WATCH: Decades-old Alberton Bakery up and running after undergoing renovation
The decades-old Proto Bakery is up and running after undergoing a renovation process that took about four months to complete.
Nestled on 45 Van Riebeeck Avenue in Alberton North, it is well-known in Alberton.
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The decades-old Proto Bakery is up and running after undergoing a renovation process that took about four months to complete.
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Asked when exactly it was established, George Moutsatsos of Proto Bakery said: 'We are not sure of when Proto was established but it has been around for more than 80 years and in the ownership of the Moutsatsos family. My grandfather and my father took over in the early sixties when my grandfather's older brother passed away.'
The bakeshop employs eight permanent staff members.
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Asked when exactly it was established, George Moutsatsos of Proto Bakery said: 'We are not sure of when Proto was established but it has been around for more than 80 years and in the ownership of the Moutsatsos family. My grandfather and my father took over in the early sixties when my grandfather's older brother passed away.' The bakeshop employs eight permanent staff members.
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'With the help of a few friends, it took us about four months to revamp and except for the electrical and cold room issues, we did everything ourselves,' said a proud Moutsatsos.
Closing the bakery was a difficult decision for Proto management, but they took it to do the much-needed renovations and to change the focus of the business, to also concentrate on the shop and ensure customers witness its growth.
'Proto has long been a part of Alberton and our customers are like family, our opening day was like a huge family gathering,' recalled Moutsatsos.
'We would like to thank everyone for the overwhelming and emotional response and positive feedback since our reopening. Some of our customers pop in just to say 'hello'. We intend to provide our customers with the best possible experience,' added Moutsatsos.
Proto opens its doors at 06:00 to 18:00 from Monday to Friday, and 06:30 to 14:00 on Saturdays.
Follow them on Facebook at 'Proto Bakery' to keep up with what one of Alberton's oldest bakeshops is up to. Or call them on 011 907 2903 to get more information about fresh bread, rolls, pies, and other goodies.
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