More traders who will move into the newly-refurbished Derby Market Hall when it reopens on Saturday, May 24 have been announced. Previously, Derby City Council named six businesses that will be trading in the surroundings of the £35.1 million renovated Grade II-listed building.
The council intends to ensure that the final mix of traders will be traditional and contemporary traders as it attempts to create "a vibrant hub in the heart of the city". The city council is calling it "a new era for Derby’s independent shopping, dining and entertainment scene".
Council leader Councillor Nadine Peatfield said: "I am thrilled to announce the second wave of traders who will be moving into the transformed Derby Market Hall when it reopens its doors. We are bringing together the best of the region’s independent shopping, eating, drinking, and entertainment, and I’m incredibly excited for visitors to explore all the various international foods on offer.
"Our traders offer something special for everyone. With a variety of cuisines available, I’m certain that the opening of the Market Hall will be met with much anticipation, and I am eager to welcome visitors upon opening. The Market Hall will once again be Derby’s beating heart where people choose to come together to enjoy the buzz of the city, and I am certain that it will be a huge success."
More than 40 traders are expected to eventually take up stall in the Market Hall.
These are the latest traders to be announced for the Market Hall:
Back-A-Yard Cuisine
This business Is set to bring the vibrant and diverse tastes of Jamaica to the Market Hall, offering a unique experience for visitors. With freshly made and locally sourced food, Back-A-Yard Cuisine will take customers’ tastebuds on a tour of Jamaica with their award-winning jerk chicken dumplings and Portland jerk chicken. Back-A-Yard Cuisine holds the People’s Choice award from the British Street Food Awards 2024 and went on to represent Britain at last year’s European Street Food Awards in Germany.
SHIO
This translates as salt in Japanese and will be bringing a taste of Japan to Derby. Originally located in Nottingham with a focus on small plate dishes, SHIO will offer Market Hall customers steamed rice bowls and their signature Japanese fried chicken, made using the finest locally sourced ingredients. SHIO blends traditional Japanese techniques with innovative flavour combinations.
Tony's Greek Street Food
Led by Tony, who has over 35 years of experience in the food industry in both Greece and the UK, Tony’s Greek Street Food was founded in 2017 as a mobile food stall. It is now a takeaway shop which was previously nominated for the Best 10 British Kebab Awards 2021. Tony’s Greek Street Food is now ready to offer its signature dishes at the Market Hall, including gyros, souvlaki, halloumi, moussaka, and more. The traditional recipes have been passed down through generations, offering customers a truly unique experience of Greek cuisine.
Gourmegg
With a twist on the traditional, Gourmegg will bring its multi-award-winning Scotch eggs alongside classic handmade dishes. The Scotch egg range on offer includes classic pork, pork and nduja imported from Calabria, pork and Fruitpig black pudding (made using the UK’s only fresh blood black pudding) and pork with caramelised red onion chutney. Gourmegg will also offer a variety of handmade dishes for visitors, including fried chicken and brunch favourites.
Cheeky Pancakes
This trader will bring a taste of Holland to the Market Hall. Known for their freshly cooked Poffertjes (fluffy mini-Dutch pancakes) and Stroopwafels, Cheeky Pancakes offers an irresistible menu of sweet and savoury food inspired by popular Dutch street food. Claiming the Bristol Eats Better Award for their commitment to eco-friendly practices, sustainability, and locally sourced ingredients, the vendor has served countless customers across the UK. Customers can enjoy signature dishes including Cheeky Cheese (Poffertjes topped with melted cheese, garlic butter, and smoked paprika). Breakfast, lunch, and dinner options will also be available.
More traders, including street food traders, are set to be announced in the coming weeks.
