Josephine Sandwith grew up running around restaurants. Her parents ran the much-loved French bistro Beaujolais, first on West Mosley Street and then Portland Street in the 70s and 80s.
So of course rather that the stress, hard work and long hours of hospitality, she went into teaching instead, known for its general relaxed vibe and casual work ethic.
But the pull of restaurants was always there, and six years ago, with her husband Dean, they started the Stretford Canteen pop-up supper clubs. First off taking over their local greasy spoon cafe in the evenings - Pine’s Pantry on Moss Road - they moved to various temporary venues in and around South Manchester.
