Bar Unico Branches out with Second Site in Horncastle
Authentic Italian Bar Unico is opening the doors to its second coffee bar on Tuesday (26th October) this time in Horncastle.
Owner Giovanni Carchedi, 37, who set up the first bar in Lincoln’s St Benedict’s Square eight years ago, has invested in a second location on the site of the former School House Coffee Bar in Church Lane.
Customers were disappointed in February when the previous owner announced she would not be reopening owing to the impact of the pandemic. But now Gio is breathing new life into the historic building which was once home to the town’s grammar school.
Bar Unico is famed for offering a genuine Italian coffee bar experience and serves homemade pizza al taglio, fresh pastries, aperitivi, focaccias and homemade cakes all freshly made to takeaway or enjoy on the premises.
It also serves real Italian gelato (ice cream), selected beers, wines, spirits and Italian-style cocktails.
Gio explained: “Opening a second Bar Unico has always been a dream of mine and I’m delighted that after months of hard work we’re finally ready to welcome new and existing Bar Unico customers alike to our stunning new premises in Horncastle.
“We’ve invested a lot in refurbishing the building, which dates back to 1778, into a stylish and welcoming coffee bar aimed at people of all ages. The aim is to recreate the family-friendly, inclusive atmosphere of the Lincoln bar where we have built up a loyal and diverse customer base.
“I am privileged to say that a lot of our customers are now friends of mine and I am extremely grateful for their support over the years through good times and bad. I hope to see many of them at the new premises in Horncastle and I look forward to introducing lots of new customers to the Bar Unico brand.”
Serving the same authentic Italian menu as the Lincoln site, the new coffee bar will also offer a wide range of daily specials, hot and cold drinks and alcohol.
Although the opening hours will initially be Monday to Saturday, 9am till 4pm, Gio is planning on opening as a restaurant in the evenings for speciality nights and private events.
As well as refurbishing the interior of the building Gio has recruited six new staff to add to his existing Lincoln-based team.
To find out more visit barunicolincoln.co.uk, or follow them on Facebook or Instagram.
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Interview/photo opportunity
Journalists and photographers are invited to the official launch party on Thursday 4th November from 7pm till 9pm at Bar Unico in Church Lane, Horncastle, LN5 5HW. This is by invitation only. To confirm your attendance please email kate@weareshootingstar.co.uk
Notes to editors:
- Bar Unico was established in St Benedict’s Square in Lincoln in 2013 by mother and son Giovanni and Diana Carchedi who wanted to bring an authentic Italian coffee bar experience to the city.
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