STAFF AT La Fronda chocolate shop have celebrated its first anniversary.

The shop on Market Street, Bradford, opening in December 2017 and has had a good first year according to manager Hanna Yaqub.

She said: "The first anniversary was a milestone.

"We've had good sales and are doing OK.

"Our name is getting out there via word of mouth and a lot of customers are returning."

She says the shop has been nominated for two major awards.

It is listed in the One To Watch category in the British Muslim Awards and the New Starter Business of the Year category in the Yorkshire Choice Awards, the only Bradford business listed.

Hanna says the shop's website has just been launched and there are plans for more events in their second year.

The shop has a range of gourmet sweets and chocolates from Turkey, including Turkish delight, and also products from the UAE.

It has products for all those with special dietary requirements, trying to cater for all tastes and needs.