Pictured: Co-Owners Emma and Alfonso Yufera-Ruiz
A local restaurant is celebrating a hugely successful first year
in business which has not only seen its team and customer base grow
significantly, but has already put in place exciting plans for
future expansion.
Spanish tapas bar Casa Naranjo is a family-run restaurant
located in the heart of Shrewsbury town centre, headed up by
husband and wife team Emma and Alfonso Yufera-Ruiz. Following the
launch of sister restaurant Casa Ruiz in Bridgnorth two years ago,
the pair decided to launch their second venture in the county town,
located in Barrack's Passage, just off Wyle Cop.
Emma Yufera-Ruiz, Co-Owner of Casa Naranjo, said: "We are
absolutely delighted to be celebrating our first year in the town
and would like to take this opportunity to thank all our customers,
and staff, for helping to make this past twelve months so
successful.
"We decided to open up in Shrewsbury as there wasn't really
anything similar in the town, and we wanted to provide residents
with something a little bit different. I'm also from Shropshire, so
I knew that local people would be really receptive to the idea, and
the feedback we've had so far has been fantastic. Guests like the
fact that when they come to dine with us, they get a true flavour
of Spain, not only because of the quality ingredients that we use
but also because the majority of our staff, including our Executive
Chef and Front of House team, are of Spanish origin.
"Tapas is also hugely versatile and can be perfect for any
occasion, whether it be a formal dinner or a quick and informal
lunch, and it is a real social occasion. People can just take what
they want a little at a time, and can order more as and when they
want it! We're hugely excited about the future of Casa
Naranjo, and look forward to welcoming customers, old and new, over
the next twelve months and beyond."
Emma, Alfonso and the team have recently announced plans to open
further outlets across the region over the next few months.
"After our successes in Shrewsbury and Bridgnorth, we've decided
to expand our offer and launch a tapas restaurant in Birmingham, as
well as a specialist delicatessen, and are really excited about the
prospect of growing the Authentic Tapas Group and welcoming new
customers." Emma concluded.
Casa Naranjo is a family-run tapas bar located in the heart of
Shrewsbury offering homemade, authentic Spanish Tapas. The team
prides itself on its offer of high quality food produced from
carefully sourced ingredients, as well as its superb customer
service, provided by a dedicated team of passionate and friendly
staff. For further information on Casa Naranjo and its sister
restaurant, Casa Ruiz, please contact a member of the team on 01743
588165 or email hola@casanaranjo.co.uk.