If you’re craving mouth watering, tantalizing, fresh baked bread, look no further than George Bush Intercontinental Airport’s (IAH) Terminal C. There, you’ll find Panopolis where you can experience the new taste of old world Europe.

“Panopolis is just another example of what the Houston Airport System is aiming for in the future of our concessions program,” says Randy Goodman, Houston Airport System (HAS) airport business development coordinator. “Not many passengers expect to find freshly baked artisan bread in an airport.”

Panopolis’ recipes are from many different cultures and countries which makes it a perfect spot for such a diverse city like Houston.

“Our emphasis is in fresh products and fresh sandwiches that appeal to everyone,” said Mario Cediel, vice president of development for JDDA-SSP. “Recipes are continually being changed and we’re trying new breads from around the globe. It’s our second store in the United States.”

Panopolis is a brand name owned by SSP America which manages and owns many operations in America and Europe. The concept comes from Europe where SSP has successfully run several of the other locations.

With a mouth-watering aroma coming from the production kitchen, you can be sure the food is fresh.

“All of our breads are baked and our sandwiches are made fresh every day, throughout the day,” added Kyle Phillips, operations manager for SSP America. “We offer several different styles of bread including flatbread pizzas. We’re currently featuring our sausage pizza and cheese pizza as well.”

JDDA-SSP manages 90-percent of the food and beverages in terminal C and according to Cediel, they are in the process of developing and renovating all of their food courts. It’s a project that is going to take about 18 months at a cost of about $13 million dollars.

“We’re bringing into the airport, brand new concepts, vibrant national brands, local brands and our objective is to bring an upscale feel to the airport, but at prices that are affordable,” says Cediel. “Our new concepts will have great products, excellent customer service and a wonderful feel.”