Brand new food market opens in Bristol with Malaysian, Jamaican and Sri Lankan traders
A new food market is opening in Bristol today (September 26) with three units.
FoodSourceBS1 has been installed within St Nicks Market in the Old City.
The first three traders to occupy the new covered market area are Red Tiger (Malaysian street food) Bristol Calabash (Jamaican snacks and drinks) and Ceylon & Beyond (Sri Lankan street food).
Bristol City Council hopes the new market will “continue the revival of this historic area, and put St Nicks Market firmly on the UK’s culinary map”.
Cameron Cheek, markets manager at St Nicks Market, said: “We pride ourselves on our trader’s authenticity and the international food offering at the market.
“We are extremely pleased to welcome three new traders to the St Nicks Market community.
“The community spirit among the traders fosters a really supportive environment and we can’t wait to see what Red Tiger, Ceylon & Beyond, and Bristol Calabash add to the plate!”
Hari, owner of Red Tiger, one of the new traders, added: "Our journey, from hosting food nights with friends and family to setting up a small stall at St Nicks Night Market, has always been driven by our deep love for food, especially Malaysian street food, which tells the rich, diverse story of its people.
“Launching in this new space feels like the next chapter in our story. It’s not just about the food, it’s about bringing a piece of Malaysia to a city that has truly become our second home.
“We believe Red Tiger can add something special to Bristol’s vibrant food scene, and we’re excited to take this journey to the next level at the iconic St Nicks Market."
The new market has been funded by a joint Bristol City Council-West of England Mayoral Combined Authority bid for £500,000 of government funding from the UK Shared Prosperity Fund.