A new vegan cafe is spicing up the food offering in Dawley by opening its doors on the town’s high street.

Spice ’N’ Soul is Telford’s first vegan food outlet which owner Katerina Vasakova has run successfully from home for the past two years.

Now she is grasping the opportunity to expand after receiving a start-up grant through Telford & Wrekin Council’s Pride in Our High Street programme.

The business, based at 17 High Street in Dawley in a former pet shop, is creating four jobs (one full-time and three part-time) and bringing something unique to the high street to support footfall.

The new unit features a plant-based cafe, a bakery and new community spaces which aren’t currently available locally.

Spice ’N’ Soul will provide wholesome food using natural organic ingredients and a plant-based menu which captures a range of global cultures, including Czech, English, and Caribbean dishes – offering a unique ‘vegan heaven’ experience.

As well as being a positive addition to the high street, Spice ’N’ Soul will complement another new sports training and sports massage business which is set to open on the high street shortly as well as the new Captain Matthew Webb Swimming and Fitness Centre.