Ginger Whale Delicatessen

We visited for the first time today after being wooed by the photos of their lovely food on Instagram. They certainly did NOT disappoint! A cake choice to die for, gin heaven, and delicious food to take away. The caprese toastie was one of the tastiest I've had (and I've eaten plenty insalata capreses in Italy), and my mum had the cheddar and caramelised onion chutney toastie which, she assured me, was also divine. They have an unusual - but fab - choice of artisan foods, condiments and deli snacks, and a back room filled to the rafters with both local, and small batch gins, rum, vodkas, and liqueurs, amongst other alcoholic delights. I was persuaded (by myself) that I needed to acquire two large bottles of gin liqueur, justified by the fact it was my mum's (not my) birthday. Ooops! Another joyous thing about Ginger Whale is their inclusivity: what a fabulous, friendly team they have working there. This might've been our first visit, but it certainly won't be out last.

This is such a gem of a local deli and just gets better & better each month. Friendly staff, a good range of excellent artisan breads,pastries, top quality cheeses, estate bottled wines, gins and rums. All this and & make an excellent New York Deli sandwich too. Soon to open a cosy sitting area upstairs - this brilliant little independent shop deserves all the local love you can give it ♥️ UPDATE June 2021 - Ginger Whale now has a cosy sitting area upstairs so you can eat in. Lovely friendly atmosphere, lovely menu and excellent food. They also do afternoon teas , picnic platters etc.