A NEW cafe has opened in Carlisle in the unit of a former tearoom.

London Cafe & Sweet Bar is located on London Road and was opened on Saturday, July 20.

Owner Nigar, who didn't wish to give her surname, said the new business specialises in 'unique flavours, handmade cookies, cakes, and desserts.'

(Image: Supplied) After opening her new cafe in Carlisle, Nigar was on hand to explain why she wanted to get into the sweet treats business and discussed more about what her cafe has on offer.

She said: "I really love baking and I think I am good at it. I found that in Carlisle and Cumbria, there is not much flavour in a lot of cookies.

(Image: Supplied) "I am planning on making around 50 flavours of cookies but right now I have five to eight with flavours like Lotus Biscoff, Jaffa Cake, and Peanut Butter.

"Last October I decided that I wanted to introduce my flavours to the people and I also offer different varieties of cupcakes as well as other things such as cheesecake.

(Image: Supplied) "I love to bake and to cook and I know that I can create lots of flavours in my food.

"I hope people really like it."