New high quality deli opens

A new high quality delicatessence opened in Malton at Christmas 2007 called Malton Relish. The new deli is located in Market Place, next to Hoppers, in the building used previously as a tourist information office.

Sophie Legard has set up Malton Relish and says: “Coming from a local farming family and having a background in the food industry, I have wanted to set up a deli in Malton for some time now. When I saw that the former tourist information centre was available I jumped at the opportunity as it is a lovely building in a fantastic location.

“I will be championing local Yorkshire produce and know that there is room in Malton for my style of deli, including catering for functions.”

Malton Relish will be offering a wide range of deli foods including cheeses, olives and hams together with rare fine wines. In addition, there will be a large range of specially baked pies complemented by a selection of dinner party dishes, frozen ready meals – in family and individual sizes which can be supplied to fit customer’s own dishes – and a range of children’s meals. Other specialities will include champagne breakfasts and a hamper service, with hampers that can be bought or hired for special occasions.

Roddy Bushell, manager at Fitzwilliam (Mlaton) Estates adds; “In order to attract Sophie and ensure the premises were at the right standard, the Estate invested in a full refurbishment of the building. We carried out works that were sympathetic to the building’s listed status, using traditional lime plaster for repairs and bringing window shutters back into use, for example.

“Malton is developing a growing reputation as a town where high quality food and drink is available from independently owned retailers. Sophie has strong experience within the catering and food industry and her depth of knowledge will be an asset to the town, strengthening further Malton’s reputation as a great destination for fine food.