Food for thought – A new community café launches in Havant

Havant Borough Council is delighted to see the launch of Park at the Plaza - an exciting new food outlet at the Public Service Plaza managed by staff and students from Park Community School.

Led by Park Community School's award-winning catering team, Park at the Plaza will provide students with invaluable learning and employment opportunities in the catering sector, whilst generating income to support the school and its community activities, such as the Munch Community Food Pantry.

Open 8.30am to 3pm Monday to Friday, Park at the Plaza will make excellent use of the Public Service Plaza's light and welcoming atrium and provide visitors with the opportunity to enjoy homemade soups, sandwiches, cakes, sausage rolls - and more besides!

Councillor Alex Rennie - Leader of Havant Borough Council - said “Park at the Plaza is a bold, empowering approach to education and giving back to the wider community. I'm delighted to see the launch of this community endeavour and have no doubt residents will enjoy the excellent food and drink they will serve in the warm, comfortable surroundings of the Plaza.”

Christopher Anders – Headteacher of Park Community School – said “We are delighted to be able to partner with Havant Borough Council to provide Park at the Plaza. This is a great opportunity for us to showcase the quality of catering we provide. We use local produce, including our own ‘Park Porkies’ sausages, dairy products from Northney and organic produce from Tuppenny Barn.”

Park at the Plaza can be found at the Public Service Plaza, Civic Centre Road, Havant, PO9 2AX. The cafe officially opens today (Wednesday 7 December) serving hot drinks, with a full menu roll-out later in the week. To find out more about what's on offer, call Park at the Plaza on 023 9244 6368.