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The Courier
09-05-2025
- Business
- The Courier
First look inside new Mango fashion store in Dundee
Fashion retailer Mango has officially opened its doors in Dundee, bringing a fresh Mediterranean flair to the city's retail scene. The new store occupies the former Frankie and Benny's unit on the ground floor in the Overgate Shopping Centre. Spanning more than 350 square metres, the store is dedicated exclusively to Mango Woman, the brand's womenswear line. The Dundee outlet is among the first in Scotland to feature a Mediterranean-inspired store design. The opening marks a return to Dundee for Mango, which previously operated in the city as a concession. The decision to return as a standalone store is part of a larger expansion strategy by the fashion chain, which has seen rapid growth over the past year. Store manager Jackie McColl said: 'There's certainly a need for it in the market, so I'm super, super excited we have come back. 'The store is the new concept. The stock has the full range that we sell online. We want to see what people in Dundee want. 'I want customers to come in, meet the team, see how we do customer service and the quality of the garments. 'It's much needed in Dundee, so hopefully it means that people come and keep coming back.' The store will also offer a click and collect services for orders purchased online. The new shop had a steady stream of shoppers on its opening day. Student Brittany Noble, 26, said she discovered the store by accident and left with a haul. She said: 'It's fuelling my shopping addiction. I hadn't realised it was opening and just walking by I thought I might as well pop in and I've walked out with too many things.' Michelle Weir, 45, from Dundee, said: 'I love it, it looks so nice. I always find something at Mango. I'll definitely come back.' Anna Tindal, 19, from Carnoustie, praised the store's layout and said it filled a gap in the city. 'Their set-up is just like what we need in Dundee, I feel like it's going to be popular. 'I bought two tops, but I think I'll be back. I'm telling my friends about the shop.' Kerry Essery, 51, from Dundee, welcomed the addition of a new retailer to the city centre. 'I love it, it's nice to see a different shop in the centre. I managed to find a pair of trousers and a top. I'll be coming back.'
The Courier
09-05-2025
- Business
- The Courier
Spanish fashion chain Mango opens Dundee Overgate store
Fashion retailer Mango opens its new Dundee shop today. The Spanish chain is opening its store in the Overgate Shopping Centre at 10am. Located in the former Frankie and Benny's unit, the store has a selling space of 350 square metres and stocks womenswear exclusively. A post on the Overgate Facebook page said: 'Located on the lower mall, the Mango team are excited to welcome you. 'The much-anticipated new store spans over 3,700 sq ft and stocks exclusively Mango Woman. 'It is one of the first in Scotland to feature the stylish new Mediterranean-inspired concept, New Med, reflecting the spirit and freshness of the brand.' It comes just weeks after shoe retailer Clarks returned to Dundee, almost two years after leaving the city. The British brand went into the unit previously occupied by Burger King. Luxury sweet firm Hotel Chocolat is set to go into the soon-to-be vacant shop currently housing Regatta.
Scottish Sun
06-05-2025
- Business
- Scottish Sun
Popular restaurant chain to close branch in Scots airport as part of major shake-up
Bosses have revealed what the fan favourite diner is et to be replaced with 'DISAPPOINTED' Popular restaurant chain to close branch in Scots airport as part of major shake-up A POPULAR restaurant chain is closing its busy branch in a Scottish airport, leaving travellers gutted. Bosses at Glasgow Airport have revealed that Frankie and Benny's will now close the much-loved branch for good. 3 Frankie and Benny's is closing its branch in Glasgow Airport Credit: Getty 3 It is now set to be replaced with a new American diner Credit: FACEBOOK 3 Bosses at the airport revealed it is part of a major shake-up Credit: News Group Newspapers Ltd The family-friendly New York Italian restaurant is located in the airport's departure lounge. And it was a favourite among holidaygoers for its gluten-free options, cheaper prices and delicious food. The diner is open seven days a week and the staff serve customers from 3.15am until the last flight of the day. The closure comes as airport bosses revealed their major plans to "shake things up." The chain is set to be replaced with Sanford's - an American-style eatery that hopes to go down a treat with travellers. It is expected to serve up "unreal" milkshakes, delicious burgers and "plenty more" American diner classics. Glasgow Airport shared the news with followers on social media. Posting on Facebook, staff wrote: "Time to shake things up! "Introducing Sanfords, an exciting new addition coming soon to our departure lounge. "Bringing you unreal milkshakes, delicious burgers and plenty more of those American diner classics that'll have your taste buds singing. End of an Era: Aldo's Iconic Chip Shop Closes After 30 Years "While we're waving a fond farewell to Frankie & Benny's, we're so excited to welcome Sanfords to our departure lounge. "Could this be your new pre-fight fuelling spot?" Users were quick to flock to the comments are share their thoughts on the switch up. But not everyone is happy with losing Frankie and Benny's. One person said: "What a disappointment". Another added: "Can't believe they are taking away Frankie and Bennys". Someone else pointed out: "Will they have gluten-free options? F&B was always a good option for us GF folk. It's pretty slim pickings as it is". And a fourth wrote: "Great... F&B's I would have said was probably the only decent place to go for food, and that was decently priced!" While a fifth chimed in: "Any recommendations for breakfast elsewhere!!?"
Scottish Sun
06-05-2025
- Business
- Scottish Sun
Popular restaurant chain to close location in UK airport as bosses say it's time to ‘shake things up'
Glasgow airport bosses aim to 'shake things up' with major changes to its departure lounge FOND FAREWELL Popular restaurant chain to close location in UK airport as bosses say it's time to 'shake things up' Click to share on X/Twitter (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) POPULAR restaurant chain Frankie and Benny's is closing its Glasgow Airport store as bosses hope to 'shake things up.' The family-friendly New York Italian restaurant is closing its Glasgow Airport location for good, the airport announced yesterday. Sign up for Scottish Sun newsletter Sign up 2 Frankie and Benny's have announced the closure of their Glasgow Airport restaurant. Credit: PA Located in the departure lounge, the restaurant served travellers seven days a week from 3:15am until the last flight of the day. The chain will be replaced with American-style eatery Sanford's, as airport bosses promise to "shake things up." Sanford's have announced that they will be offering "unreal" milkshakes, delicious burgers and "plenty more" American diner classics. In a Facebook post, Glasgow Airport said: "Time to shake things up! "Introducing Sanfords, an exciting new addition coming soon to our departure lounge. "Bringing you unreal milkshakes, delicious burgers, and plenty more of those American diner classics that'll have your taste buds singing. "While we're waving a fond farewell to Frankie & Benny's, we're so excited to welcome Sanfords to our departure lounge. "Could this be your new pre-flight fuelling spot?" Commenters on the post seemed less positive as Frankie and Benny's had provided reasonably priced food with good gluten free options. Eddie Galligan wrote: "Just what the scottish public need, more overpriced gunk from across the pond." Final 10 days to get one time checks between $10,000 to $48,000 from $92 million settlement – and no proof is needed The Gluten Free Glasgow & West of Scotland recommendation page asked: "Will they have gluten free options? F&B was always a good option for us gf folk." Despite this, it had an average TripAdvisor rating of 2.7 as visitors complained of overpriced low-quality food, as well as issues with menu items being unavailable. 2 The Glasgow Airport Frankie and Benny's will be replaced by American diner Sanfords Credit: Google maps Founded in 1995, Frankie and Benny's run over 50 restaurants across the UK, offering a wide range of pastas, pizzas and burgers. Another new opening is anticipated this summer, as the pasta and spritz bar Primo Volo Italiano Kitchen and Caffe is also set to open. Other restaurants still serving the airport include Burger King, Pret A Manger, Tortilla and Greggs. The Sun has reached out to Frankie and Benny's for comment.
The Sun
06-05-2025
- Business
- The Sun
Popular restaurant chain to close location in UK airport as bosses say it's time to ‘shake things up'
POPULAR restaurant chain Frankie and Benny's is closing its Glasgow Airport store as bosses hope to 'shake things up.' The family-friendly New York Italian restaurant is closing its Glasgow Airport location for good, the airport announced yesterday. 2 Located in the departure lounge, the restaurant served travellers seven days a week from 3:15am until the last flight of the day. The chain will be replaced with American-style eatery Sanford's, as airport bosses promise to "shake things up." Sanford's have announced that they will be offering "unreal" milkshakes, delicious burgers and "plenty more" American diner classics. In a Facebook post, Glasgow Airport said: "Time to shake things up! "Introducing Sanfords, an exciting new addition coming soon to our departure lounge. "Bringing you unreal milkshakes, delicious burgers, and plenty more of those American diner classics that'll have your taste buds singing. "While we're waving a fond farewell to Frankie & Benny's, we're so excited to welcome Sanfords to our departure lounge. "Could this be your new pre-flight fuelling spot?" Commenters on the post seemed less positive as Frankie and Benny's had provided reasonably priced food with good gluten free options. Eddie Galligan wrote: "Just what the scottish public need, more overpriced gunk from across the pond." Final 10 days to get one time checks between $10,000 to $48,000 from $92 million settlement – and no proof is needed The Gluten Free Glasgow & West of Scotland recommendation page asked: "Will they have gluten free options? F&B was always a good option for us gf folk." Despite this, it had an average TripAdvisor rating of 2.7 as visitors complained of overpriced low-quality food, as well as issues with menu items being unavailable. Founded in 1995, Frankie and Benny's run over 50 restaurants across the UK, offering a wide range of pastas, pizzas and burgers. Another new opening is anticipated this summer, as the pasta and spritz bar Primo Volo Italiano Kitchen and Caffe is also set to open. Other restaurants still serving the airport include Burger King, Pret A Manger, Tortilla and Greggs. The Sun has reached out to Frankie and Benny's for comment.
