A Killingworth based man has turned his thoughts to Prosecco after being made redundant from a Seaton Delaval perfume factory.
Paul McIntyre, who had worked for the former P&G business for the past 20 years was devastated to discover that the company’s new owners Coty had decided to transfer all production to mainland Europe and close the Northumberland based plant with the loss of hundreds of jobs.
However, the 44 year old decided to make a bold decision to try something new and has launched Proseccoflow; a purpose built mobile prosecco bar serving bubbles on tap alongside a range of draught beers and a fully stocked bar.
The self- confessed prosecco aficionado has expertly converted an original Italian Ape Classic in to a fully licensed mobile bar which is available for corporate and private events, weddings, fairs and festivals.
Paul, whose grandfather hailed from Italy, fondly recall’s family conversations as a youngster about how Italian Sparkling wine was far better than their European counterparts. Thirty years later, the demand for Prosecco in the UK has proved those conversations were true; “This has been an incredible journey so far, a real labour of love but now we are up and running we are hoping that business will, if you excuse the pun, start to flow.
“We have had a great deal of support from North Tyneside Council’s Business Factory who have helped and encouraged us to believe in our business idea and offered us expert advice to make sure we start off on the right foot. The service they offer has been amazing and the dedicated staff there are hugely inspirational to start-up companies.”
He added: “The Proseccoflow van is already turning lots of heads and we have taken a number of bookings throughout the summer months for a range or corporate and private events. People’s love of prosecco is showing no signs of abating so what better way to meet demand than a mobile bar serving quality Italian Fizz on tap!”
Proseccoflow is not only available for private hire but can also be found at upcoming Wedding shows and various events across the region in the summer.
