THE team at Puffers Cafe on Irvine harbourside are celebrating after being named the best deli in Scotland.
They triumphed at the 11th Food Awards Scotland, taking home the trophy at a ceremony at the Doubletree by Hilton Glasgow Central on Monday evening.
And company director Cathie Walker was quick to thank her staff team and all her customers for their amazing support.
She said: "We are absolutely delighted to win this award.
"Hospitality is harder than ever, so to receive this recognition makes all the hard work worthwhile.
"I am very lucky to have an amazing team. Tracy and the front of house team work very hard to ensure the cafe is spotless and each customer is made to feel very welcome.
"Scott goes above and beyond, putting in lots of extra hours and bringing great ideas and delicious food to Puffers Cafe Bistro.
"Thank you to our loyal customers who have supported us since taking over Puffers in 2020, it is very very much appreciated."
Other North Ayrshire premises also enjoyed big wins at the awards ceremony in Glasgow.
The Viking Cafe in Saltcoats was named Best Takeaway of the Year.
The Round Island Cafe Bar on Cumbrae was recognised for its excellence in the Restaurant of the Year category.
And Scotts Bar and Restaurant in Largs won an outstanding achievement award in the Bar & Grill of the Year category.
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