New food hall featuring 15 independent kitchens, social gaming zones and cultural events programme opens in historic Birmingham venue
A new food hall featuring flavours from across the world has opened its doors at an historic city centre venue.
Alfred Works, the new 17,500 sq ft food hall from award-winning hospitality group Blend Family, brings together a global line-up of independent kitchens, immersive experiences, and community initiatives under one roof at the Custard Factory in Digbeth.
Alfred Works is home to 15 independent kitchens, a large outdoor courtyard, social gaming zones, family friendly spaces and event areas overlooking the River Rea.
Guests will be able to enjoy everything from Korean street food to Italian classics, bold Caribbean flavours, comforting Palestinian dishes, Malaysian favourites and many other dishes.
The events programme at Alfred Works is already under way, with everything from seasonal celebrations and creative workshops to live entertainment, family activities and food focused experiences.
Chinese New Year activities kick off the programme this month, including a free Lunar New Year workshop where children can write traditional Fai Chun messages to celebrate the festival.
The full programme of events and booking details can be found on the Alfred Works website.
It has been designed as a welcoming space for the community to spend time throughout the day, including fast wi-fi, comfortable seating and a relaxed atmosphere.
A dedicated cookery school and community foundation will open at Alfred Works this spring, continuing the Blend Family’s wider social mission to support food education and help tackle food poverty.
Matt Bigland, co-founder of Blend Family, said: “Alfred Works celebrates independent talent, global flavours and food that brings people together.
“Now that our doors are open, we’re thrilled to be a space where Birmingham’s diversity, creativity and community spirit can thrive.”
Alfred Works is open seven days a week from Sunday to Wednesday from 8am to 10.30pm, with food served until 9.30pm and from Thursday to Saturday from 8am to 10.30pm with food served until 10pm.
