An Italian patisserie is set to open in Macclesfield.

Signs for Leyla's Dolci have gone up at the unit previously occupied by Loola Loves on Chestergate.

All going well, it is expected to be open by the end of the month.

It is the culmination of three years' of hard work by pastry chef Leyla Peaquin, who trained at The School of Italian Culinary Arts.

She said: "After three years, I have finally taken the decision to take the next step and take on a new lease which will give me the opportunity to carry on creating cakes and open the doors to an Italian patisserie shop here in Macclesfield.

"This wasn't an easy decision, even though every exciting, as we all know the hospitality industry is stressful especially with the rising costs etc.

"But this is what I love to do, what I've always done and what I want to carry on doing, and it felt like the right time for me.

"All this is only happening thanks to all your support these last three years and for this I couldn't be more grateful and also this wouldn't be happening without the help from my partner, my sister and her partner!"

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Leyla's Dolci is expected to be open by the end of the month (Credit: Nub News)

Leyla's Dolci fills the void on Chestergate left by Loola Loves, which closed earlier this year.

Louise Bullock, owner of the independent gift shop, said: "Launching eight years ago, my dream was to eventually find a home on our high street.

"I wanted to showcase the work of independent designers, makers and creatives, bring a little joy to the high street and promote sustainable gifting.

"But most of all, build upon our wonderful community! I feel proud to have done just that and have loved every minute of it."