Co-owning a jacket potato company in Bolton wasn’t exactly on my agenda for the year—but here we are. Rostron and Gray Limited, trading as John’s Spuds, has officially taken root in Bolton’s Market Place. My awesome cousin John, who runs the show, opened the doors a few months ago, and the place already has that cozy, potato-scented charm.
Jacket potatoes are having a moment. Whether it’s the rise of carb-fueled comfort food or the viral fame of Mr. Spudman racking up tens of millions of views on social media, the humble spud is now in the spotlight. Let’s face it—who doesn’t love a jacket potato, with your choice of toppings? Butter oozing into the cracks, crispy skin, and endless topping possibilities—it’s food heaven.
So, please wish John well, folks. It takes real guts to set up a business these days, especially in food, where competition is fierce. If you’re in Bolton, swing by Market Place for a spud that’ll make your day.
Here’s to John’s Spuds, because life is better with a little butter and a lot of determination.
