If you’ve got a hankering for this jammy shortbread sandwich topped with bright pink icing, author of the Mackem dictionary Paul Swinney has compiled a list of the finest purveyors of pink slices. Paul said: “Like many Wearsiders, I was introduced to pink slices by my nana. And nanas have an incredible ability to hunt down pink slices. But for those of us without this ability, finding a pink slice was no easy task. So pulling together a comprehensive list of places that sell them seemed like an obvious step. I hope now that no Mackem will ever be left stranded when their craving for a pink slice kicks in!”
9. Juliet's, Sea Road
This Fulwell favourite is great for picking up traditional pastries, meats and cheeses. Photo: Google maps
10. McCoy's, Chester Road
Is the pink slice a cake or a biscuit? Good question. It feels a bit too fancy to be categorised as a biscuit, but its texture is definitely more biscuity than cakey. The pink slice sits in a similar bracket to the Jaffa Cake when it comes to categorisation. Photo: Google Maps
11. Carter's Bakery, St Luke's Terrace, Pallion
Established in 1959, Carters Bakery has been supplying the local area with freshly baked produce - including pink slices - for over 50 years. Photo: Google Maps
12. The Bread Basket, Ryhope
Another independent bakery which flys the flag for pink slices. Photo: Google Maps