# Modern Retail Café Concepts The EL&N Deli & Bakery Opens its Doors in Shaftesbury Capital By Kanesa D | Published 2024-08-12 | Business Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-eln-deli-and-bakery References: [retail-focus](https://retail-focus.co.uk/the-eln-deli-bakery-opens-in-shaftesbury-capitals-covent-garden/) & [elnlondon](https://elnlondon.com/pages/deliandbakery?srsltid=AfmBOophMAtZC8TH5uYf0IZGLbCCLV2WhXzDpqnuRhi6svVp-oXjS7BM)  [Shaftesbury](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-hook) Capital has announced the grand opening of The EL&N Deli & Bakery, a new venture from the internationally acclaimed [café brand EL&N](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/caf-concept). The new concept is situated in Covent Garden’s historic Market Building. Located on Covent Garden’s iconic pedestrianized Piazza, the EL&N Deli & Bakery occupies a 650-square-foot space. The venue is designed to offer a versatile dining experience, featuring indoor seating and an al fresco terrace that accommodates over 50 guests. The deli and bakery introduce a refreshed take on EL&N’s celebrated brunch menu, and in addition to these classics, the menu showcases a range of new, artisanal bakery products. The EL&N Deli & Bakery also debuts an exciting range of beverages, featuring Special Iced Matcha Lattes and a curated selection of [luxurious specialty teas](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dior-cafe). Guests can also enjoy an array of cakes available by the slice, adding to the venue’s appeal as a gourmet destination. Image Credit: The EL&N Deli & Bakery ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 6.6/10 - Popularity: 89% | Activity: 83% | Freshness: 27% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Business](https://www.trendhunter.com/business) > [Retail](https://www.trendhunter.com/retail) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Hybrid Retail-dining Spaces:** Innovative retail spaces are merging with dining experiences to create versatile environments that attract a broader audience. - **Artisanal Bakery Offerings:** The trend of artisanal bakery products is rising as consumers seek unique and high-quality food experiences. - **Specialty Beverage Menus:** Curated and unique beverage options, like Special Iced Matcha Lattes, are becoming a key differentiator in the café industry. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Hospitality:** The hospitality sector increasingly integrates diverse dining formats to enhance the guest experience and broaden their market appeal. - **Food and Beverage:** Cafés and bakeries are evolving towards offering niche and specialized products to cater to the growing demand for artisanal and high-quality options. - **Retail:** Retailers are exploring the introduction of hybrid models that combine shopping with experiential dining to increase foot traffic and customer engagement. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Japanese-Influenced Beverage Menus](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/secret-sandwich-shop.md) - [Expanding Pasta Institutions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lina-stores.md) - [Coffee-to-Go Retail Concepts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/caf-delice-coffee-concept.md) - [Modernized Retailer Cafes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ms-coffee-shop.md) - [Artisan-Inspired Bakery Products](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/deli-kitchen-bakery-products.md) - [Italian Restaurant Marketplace Cafes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/eataly-caff.md) - [Pop-Up Concept Grocery Stores](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/another-pantry.md) - [Co-Branded Iced Matchas](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/eln-x-anua.md) - [Multisensorial Beauty Cafes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/eadem-cafe.md)