Greene King Pub Partners evolves Nest Pubs concept with Pieminister collaboration
Greene King Pub Partners, the leased, tenanted and franchise business unit of Greene King, has evolved its Nest Pubs franchise concept through a collaboration with Pieminister.
The collaboration will see Nest Pubs serve Pieminister’s recently launched 'Handy Pies' – handheld, deep filled pies that can be enjoyed as lunch or a snack with a pint.
Best served hot, the ‘Handy Pies’ will be kept warm in branded pie warmers, which will be housed on the back bars of all Nest Pubs, so they are ready to eat for pub goers.
All Nest Pubs will continue to serve pizzas and remain as wet-led pub businesses, but the addition of Pieminister’s ‘Handy Pies’ will equip franchisees with more food options to serve customers – including a plant-based option to appeal to a wider range of customers – whilst keeping the delivery and service of food in Nest Pubs simple and efficient, without the need for dedicated kitchen staff.
The ‘Handy Pies’ come in four flavours:
- Steak & Peppercorn – made with 100% British Steak & Cracked Rainbow Peppercorns
- Chicken Tikka – made with Free Range British Chicken
- Cheese & Onion – made with Vintage Cheddar and a hint of English Mustard
- Banger & bean – a plant-based option suitable for vegans
Nest Pubs is the second franchise concept from Greene King Pub Partners, following the success of Hive Pubs, the first franchise concept Greene King launched back in 2021.
Nest Pubs are wet-led pubs predominantly located on busy high streets and in communities, providing great value, an excellent experience and regular sport and entertainment.
As a concept, Nest Pubs has its own unique identity, look and feel – and each pub shows Sky Sports and TNT Sports, as well as providing a pizza food offer and now Pieminister ‘Handy Pies’ alongside a great drink selection.