A LICHFIELD deli and cafe owner has hailed efforts to enhance connections between local businesses.
Alison Ranwell, founder of Mangia Mangia, made her comments following the latest Coffee Conversations event at Shire House.
The initiative is designed to bring together business owners, creatives and community members to share ideas and collaborate.
Alison said:
“Meeting at Shire House and tasting the wonderful barista-made coffee is proof that support from other independents is alive and well.
“Across Lichfield, we champion each other – and for me, that’s the icing on the cake.
“There’s a real sense of connection here. We’re not just businesses operating side by side, we’re supporting each other by collaborating and helping create something special for the city.”
Originally from Cape Town, Alison’s journey into business has taken her from London to northern Italy, where she met her husband Francesco and drew influences which would shape Mangia Mangia.
Alison explained how connections with other local businesses was creating an invaluable shared approach.
“In a world that can feel quite disconnected at times, those relationships really matter. They help create the kind of place people want to visit and stay.”
