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UPI
3 days ago
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- UPI
Madame Tussauds London unveils wax sculpture of a Greggs Sausage Roll
View this post on Instagram A post shared by Madame Tussauds London (@madametussauds) May 29 (UPI) -- Famed wax museum Madame Tussauds London unveiled its latest recreation of one of Britain's most beloved icons: a sausage roll from bakery chain Greggs. The museum showcased the Greggs Sausage Roll wax sculpture in the run-up to National Sausage Roll Day, which falls on June 5. "For a limited time only, the beloved British classic has secured a top spot in our Baker Street attraction's Culture Capital Zone alongside the likes of Sir David Attenborough, Stormzy and William Shakespeare," Madame Tussauds said in a news release. The Culture Capital Zone is "dedicated to those who've helped shape the landscape of British culture; from trailblazing artists to political giants and now, the golden, flakey pastry icon of British cuisine," the museum said. The Greggs Sausage Roll is a savory treat made by wrapping a sausage in puff pastry and baking it. "We're absolutely thrilled that Madame Tussauds London has chosen to honor the Greggs Sausage Roll in such a unique and iconic way," Greggs CEO Rosin Currie said. "It's a true celebration of a national favorite, and we couldn't think of a more fitting tribute in the lead-up to National Sausage Roll Day. Seeing our Sausage Roll receive the celebrity treatment is a proud and slightly surreal moment for all of us at Greggs."
Yahoo
4 days ago
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- Yahoo
Watch: Madame Tussauds London unveils wax sculpture of a Greggs Sausage Roll
May 29 (UPI) -- Famed wax museum Madame Tussauds London unveiled its latest recreation of one of Britain's most beloved icons: a sausage roll from bakery chain Greggs. The museum showcased the Greggs Sausage Roll wax sculpture in the run-up to National Sausage Roll Day, which falls on June 5. "For a limited time only, the beloved British classic has secured a top spot in our Baker Street attraction's Culture Capital Zone alongside the likes of Sir David Attenborough, Stormzy and William Shakespeare," Madame Tussauds said in a news release. The Culture Capital Zone is "dedicated to those who've helped shape the landscape of British culture; from trailblazing artists to political giants and now, the golden, flakey pastry icon of British cuisine," the museum said. The Greggs Sausage Roll is a savory treat made by wrapping a sausage in puff pastry and baking it. "We're absolutely thrilled that Madame Tussauds London has chosen to honor the Greggs Sausage Roll in such a unique and iconic way," Greggs CEO Rosin Currie said. "It's a true celebration of a national favorite, and we couldn't think of a more fitting tribute in the lead-up to National Sausage Roll Day. Seeing our Sausage Roll receive the celebrity treatment is a proud and slightly surreal moment for all of us at Greggs."
UPI
4 days ago
- Entertainment
- UPI
Watch: Madam Tussauds London unveils wax sculpture of a Greggs Sausage Roll
May 29 (UPI) -- Famed wax museum Madame Tussauds London unveiled its latest recreation of one of Britain's most beloved icons: a sausage roll from bakery chain Greggs. The museum showcased the Greggs Sausage Roll wax sculpture in the run-up to National Sausage Roll Day, which falls on June 5. "For a limited time only, the beloved British classic has secured a top spot in our Baker Street attraction's Culture Capital Zone alongside the likes of Sir David Attenborough, Stormzy and William Shakespeare," Madame Tussauds said in a news release. The Culture Capital Zone is "dedicated to those who've helped shape the landscape of British culture; from trailblazing artists to political giants and now, the golden, flakey pastry icon of British cuisine," the museum said. The Greggs Sausage Roll is a savory treat made by wrapping a sausage in puff pastry and baking it. "We're absolutely thrilled that Madame Tussauds London has chosen to honor the Greggs Sausage Roll in such a unique and iconic way," Greggs CEO Rosin Currie said. "It's a true celebration of a national favorite, and we couldn't think of a more fitting tribute in the lead-up to National Sausage Roll Day. Seeing our Sausage Roll receive the celebrity treatment is a proud and slightly surreal moment for all of us at Greggs."
Daily Mail
4 days ago
- Business
- Daily Mail
Sir David Attenborough, William Shakespeare and... a Greggs sausage roll? British pastry to be immortalised at Madame Tussauds
The iconic Greggs sausage roll will be immortalised with its own wax model at Madame Tussauds. A beloved British classic, the pastry will sit alongside the likes of well-known figures such as Sir David Attenborough, Stormzy, and William Shakespeare. For a limited time, it will be on display at the London wax museum's 'culture capital' section dedicated to 'icons who have helped shape modern British culture'. The savoury treat will be unveiled at the attraction next week, just in time for National Sausage Roll day on June 5. It will be placed on a blue velvet cushion accompanied by a commemorative plaque which notes that Greggs was founded in 1951 and that 365 million of its sausage rolls, each with 96 layers of flaky pastry, are bought every year. The one-of-a-kind replica sausage roll marks the first time an individual food item has ever been given the celebrity treatment. Greggs' CEO, Rosin Currie said: 'It's a true celebration of a national favourite, and we couldn't think of a more fitting tribute in the lead-up to National Sausage Roll Day. 'Seeing our Sausage Roll receive the celebrity treatment is a proud and slightly surreal moment for all of us at Greggs.' The plaque notes that Greggs was founded in 1951 and that 365 million of its sausage rolls, each with 96 layers of flaky pastry, are bought every year. The bakery claims to sell one millions sausage rolls every day, helping Greggs making a pre-tax profit of more than £200 million on last years sales of more than £2 billion. Its sausage rolls have also felt the effect of inflation with the price shooting up by a staggering 30 per cent since 2021, when it was priced at just £1. But at the start of 2022 the price rose to £1.05, then £1.10 in May 2022, £1.15 in October 2022 and 1.20 by January 2023. In 2024, the cost being increased to £1.25 before the bakery chain bumped up against in January by another 5p, meaning it now costs £1.30. However, this has not stopped the savoury treat from becoming a favourite among the British public. The wax replica followed the same making-of process as the human figure creations with the Madame Tussauds' team studying dozens of individual sausage rolls to ensure it has been recreated perfectly. Studio manager at Madame Tussauds London, Jo Kinsey, said: 'The Greggs Sausage Roll is synonymous with British culture – we just had to put it in our Culture Zone. 'Our artists have put in numerous hours to capture every detail of this popular menu item, the pressure was on to capture it perfectly because we know how passionate Brits are about their favourite pastry! 'We took the process very seriously, making this creation the exact same way we make all our figures at the attraction. 'We're delighted to honour its iconic status with a history-making feat – the first time an individual food item has had the honour of having their own figure at Madame Tussauds London.' Earlier this month, the wax museum unveiled a new model of the Princess of Wales to join replicas of her husband Prince William, and King Charles and Queen Camilla. The figure is modelled on the outfit the royal wore to the annual Diplomatic Reception at Buckingham Palace in December 2023, the second of King Charles's reign. Prince William's figure also received a restyling in honour of the new display, now wearing a black Ede and Ravenscroft tuxedo and a white tie. Madame Tussauds first launched a wax figure of Kate in April 2012, one year on from her wedding to Prince William at Westminster Abbey. The figure has been 'refreshed from tiara to toe' in honour of the Prince and Princess of Wales, who recently celebrating their 14th wedding anniversary. Meanwhile, the figures of Prince Harry and Meghan Markle were separated from their family in January 2020 after they decided to step back from royal duties. The waxworks were placed in a new Awards Party zone along with their showbiz friends like George Clooney and then-pals Victoria and David Beckham. Madame Tussauds is a popular tourist attraction in London, with a reported 10 million guests each year. It offers fans a chance to take selfies and snaps with their favourite celebrities, if they've been unable to meet them in person. The life like Sausage Roll will be on display from National Sausage Roll Day, Thursday June 5, throughout the month.
North Wales Live
02-05-2025
- Business
- North Wales Live
I tried McDonald's new £2 breakfast meal that's coming out in a few days
Most people are set in their ways when it comes to their McDonald's breakfast choice. The fast-food giant has rarely changed what early risers can expect over the years, with only a few exceptions. Fans were delighted last year when the breakfast wrap made its long-awaited return to the menu after being temporarily discontinued. More recently, McDonald's fruit juice range expanded to include a 'refreshing' apple juice. So when I was invited as one of the first in the UK to test a "brand new" addition to the breakfast menu at Liverpool's refurbished Lord Street location, my curiosity was piqued. With the breakfast selection largely staying the same for years, I was buzzing with speculation about what new food McDonald's might have whipped up. Having worked behind the scenes at several McDonald's stores from 2014 to 2018, I suspected that the 'new' item would likely be a twist using some familiar ingredients. I remember working a breakfast shift when the Cheesy Bacon Flatbreads were released, and they'd often sell out in less than an hour. I wasn't told much before arriving. Once there, a simple question from the staff – 'red or brown?' – ruled out I'd be eating chicken nuggets for breakfast, reports the Mirror. It was only a short wait before clarity was served up alongside two sandwiches. Embracing simplicity, the McDonald's team introduced the concept of the fresh Saver Bacon Roll (£2.19) and Sausage Roll (£1.99). Served with a choice of meat and a dollop of either ketchup or brown sauce, these offerings came not in the typical McMuffin but on toasted hamburger buns. These items are set to be the stars of the new morning Saver Menu, providing customers with a budget-friendly way to kickstart their day. The whole breakfast range includes some breakfast favourites, such as the iconic Hash Brown as well as the Cheesy Bacon Flatbread, Porridge, Apple Slices and both Tropicana fruit juice options. Initially, I wasn't convinced about swapping my usual McMuffin order for one of these. However, they did offer a lighter experience that impressed me. It seemed like an easier on-the-go option compared to a stodgy McMuffin or a very loaded Breakfast Wrap. We were informed that, once available, these could be paired with selected drinks to create a £2.99 Saver Meal. A hash brown wouldn't be included, but there's nothing stopping you from adding the £1.59 golden delight to your order. I was also told that the new Bacon Roll wouldn't replace the existing Bacon Roll for those who usually choose this in the morning. The new Bacon Roll is going to offer a cost-effective alternative, while the sausage sandwich is a completely new addition. These buns will be introduced in over 330 McDonald's outlets across the north west region and, if successful, they will be rolled out to more locations later in the year. The areas where McDonald's customers can order the new breakfast items include: They will be launched alongside the new seasonal menu next week on Wednesday, May 7. This shake-up focuses on the main menu and includes the return of the 'decadent" Steakhouse Stack burger and the McSpicy and Frank's RedHot collaboration. To cool off, fans of the fast food giant can get the new Frozen Cherry Lemonade or indulge in all things Biscoff. Customers can order the caramelised biscuit in McFlurry or Frappe form.
