Eataly food hall brand confirms UK debut

Eataly, the 40-strong international food hall brand, is to open its first UK site in London's Broadgate in 2020.

Founded by Oscar Farinetti in Turin, Italy, Eataly now has sites in 12 countries including New York, Stockholm, Japan, Istanbul and Sao Paulo.

The concept hosts Italian restaurants, food stalls offering cheese, oils and vinegars, coffee shops, and small stalls serving hot food dishes.

Eatly's main aim is "to increase the percentage of those who eat with awareness, choosing high-quality Italian products and paying special attention to the source and processing of raw materials."

It also encourages people to lean through cooking classes, tastings, guest chef events, meeting wine and beer producers and offers free education for children and senior citizens.

Luca Baffigo CEO of Eataly said: “Visiting Borough Market before opening our first Eataly in Italy was a source of great inspiration for our concept. This is why opening a place in London where people can buy, eat and learn is a very important and exciting milestone for us. Being able to bring our model into a place that is so significant for us fills us with satisfaction and stimulates us to create in London a wonderful multifunctional experience.”

135 Bishopsgate’s refurbishment is part of British Land’s wider focus on enhancing the environment for Broadgate’s workers and visitors and attracting businesses to the campus.

Claire Barber, head of central London Retail and Meadowhall, British Land said: “Eataly’s decision to take space at Broadgate is a fantastic endorsement of British Land’s strategy to create a vibrant, world class neighbourhood at the campus.

“Along with arrival of the Elizabeth Line at 100 Liverpool Street this year, and the high quality retail space due to open at 100 Liverpool Street in 2019, Eataly will really put Broadgate on the map as an exciting destination for Londoners to enjoy seven days a week.”

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