South Manchester Jews will have an eat-out option from Sunday when a new coffee shop begins offering kosher sandwiches and hot beverages.

Serious Coffee, in Hale Barns, has gained such a strong Jewish following in its first month of trading that its owner has responded to requests for kosher items.

A range of sealed sandwiches and wrapped cakes will be available alongside its non-kosher foods. Owner Peter Bardsley has gone as far as offering kosher milk for cappuccinos and hot chocolate.