"It's been absolutely incredible": CinnaRollz Bakehouse is Southsea's newest addition as store opens its doors

CinnaRollz was established last February after mum-of-two, Connie Hunter, stumbled upon her passion for baking while searching for a creative outlet.

The 35-year-old starting working the market scene across Portsmouth and Hampshire, with Love Southsea her business’s first debut in the area.

Following a considerable demand and customer base, Connie has officially opened the doors to her physical store - CinnaRollz Bakehouse - in Albert Road, Southsea, this morning (January 30).

She said: “We started at local markets and then we expanded locally around the Hampshire area and it just took off really really well and I think there’s a demand for bricks and mortar.

“I always said ‘I don’t think I’d do it’ and then an opportunity came up in December and I thought it’s too good to turn down so here we are.

“It’s been absolutely amazing. I have to say I was really overwhelmed with all the messages I’ve had, all of the comments. The turnout today has been absolutely incredible considering it’s a Friday and a lot of people are at work as well, I was a little bit nervous but we have not stopped. We’ve sold out of cinnamon rolls and we baked 150 this morning.

“The local community is always so supportive especially with independent business and I’m really grateful.”

The new bakehouse will also showcase her husband’s baking endeavor - Sailor Rolls - which specialises in a range of sausage rolls.

Together Connie and Paul, who serves in the Royal Navy, have been working round the clock to create a warm and welcoming eatery with a “rustic” feel - and it has already gone down a treat.

“We love supporting independent businesses ourselves so to come into the community as an independent business is really exciting and I am already looking forward to collaborating with the local community as well”, Connie added.

CinnaRollz will be open Wednesday to Friday between 8am and 2pm and on Saturday and Sunday between 9am and 2pm.