Ciao Woolton!

After proving a big hit on Penny Lane, Buongiorno Deli has branched out to L25 and launched a new store in the heart of Woolton Village

Carmelo and Kristiina

NOBODY COULD ACCUSE Carmelo and Kristiina of resting on their laurels. Despite only opening the first Buongiorno Deli 12 months ago (in the midst of a pandemic), the pair were already eager to expand. A need for larger premises combined with a long-held fondness for Woolton Village meant when a vacant store became available in a prime L25 location – it was an opportunity too good to pass up.

“After we opened our first shop on Penny Lane we saw the support and great community around us,” says Carmelo, who hails from Sicily. “We had a lot of customers travelling from Woolton and telling us of the need [for a similar shop] there.

“We have always loved the feel of Woolton Village and believe that our shop complements the area – fitting in well with The Scotch Beef Shop next door and the Liverpool Cheese Company just down the road.”

Buongiorno’s Woolton Street store stocks all the products familiar to Penny Lane customers including a wide selection of wine, cured meats and cheeses, alongside kitchen cupboard staples like coffee, olive oil, pasta, flour and tinned tomatoes.

A significant increase in square footage over its Mossley Hill shop has meant Carmelo and Kristiina have been able to expand their range to include ready-made gift hampers and potentially a greater selection of ready-made foods in the future.

“Our Woolton Village store has got tables inside so we can use the space all year round,” Carmelo adds. “We offer sharing platters, sandwiches and antipasti paired with wine, beers and soft drinks. We want to create a relaxed space where everyone can enjoy themselves.”

Special events are also in the works which will include Italian conversation evenings and wine tastings.

Much like in Mossley Hill, Carmelo and Kristiina have been overwhelmed with the support they have received since opening at the end of April.

“As soon as we announced the new store we had everyone cheering us on and impatiently waiting for the doors to finally open,” Carmelo adds. “As a small independent business, it is great meeting the locals and feeling so welcomed into the community.”

Buongiorno Deli, 21a Woolton Street, L25 5NH and 121a Penny Lane, L18 1DF. Deli opening hours: Tues–Sat 10am-5.30pm

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