Jerk Junction to open first shopping centre location
The brand was founded in Chorlton and its menu includes such items as jerk chicken, curried goat, and vegetarian options like Ital stew, all served with rice and peas
Caribbean street food brand Jerk Junction has announced that it is set to open its first shopping centre location in the Trafford Centre.
Jerk Junction will occupy a 917 sq ft space in The Orient, located next to HOP Vietnamese.
The brand was founded in Chorlton and its menu includes such items as jerk chicken, curried goat, and vegetarian options like Ital stew, all served with rice and peas.
Jake Shaffi, Jerk Junction founder, said: “The Trafford Centre is iconic, especially its food court, but there’s a huge gap for authentic Jamaican food, so we are super proud to be a homegrown brand that can really bring that heat and represent the island!
“Opening at the Trafford Centre is a huge achievement for us, the fact that we will be positioned next to so many global brands, it really sets the tone for the levels we are taking Jerk Junction to. We cannot wait to reach new customers and continue our mission to make authentic Jamaican food more accessible in the UK.”
Russell Loveland, managing director, Pradera Lateral – Trafford Centre’s Asset Managers, added: “Jerk Junction’s arrival not only enhances our food offering but also highlights our
commitment to supporting local businesses. Their unique and authentic Caribbean flavours will undoubtedly be a major draw for both our existing visitors and new customers.”