Wagamama benches are back

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Wagamama is now open for dine-in. In the spirit of kaizen, we’ve embraced positive change and introduced a range of safety measures, including our ingenious new sliding screens that will keep guests socially distant without impacting guest dining experience. It might even enhance it.

This August there are even more reasons to treat yourself! Wagamama are taking part of the government’s Eat Out to Help Out scheme – so you can enjoy 50% off food and soft drinks*.

Available on Mondays, Tuesdays and Wednesdays. As many times as you like!

*Up to £10 per person. Alcoholic beverages not included. Offer valid until 31st August.

stay safe, the wagamamaway 

Looking after our teams + guests is our top priority and we’ve introduced a few small changes to help us stay safe, the wagamamaway.

  1. new moveable screens, inspired by japanese partition designs (shoji). these stylish additions cleverly take advantage of our iconic wagamama benches, making them more accommodating than ever
  2. a safety host will greet you at the door to ensure socially distanced queuing, and manage flow in and out of our restaurants
  3. increased hygiene routines will be enhanced, with hand sanitiser stations for guests and a rigorous regime for staff
  4. disposable menuson placemats with cutlery and condiments being brought to table, only once you are ready to be seated, to help eliminate additional touch points
  5. cashless payments through a simple pay on phone mechanic at the end of the meal which minimises staff contact, and adheres to the government’s contact and trace request.the name and phone number of at least one person in the group visiting the restaurant is taken (this is stored temporarily for 3 weeks only)
  6. we’re not taking bookings just yet, to help our smaller teams deliver their best bowls safely. we plan to introduce this feature soon, but for now it’s first come, first served, safely of course! anyone that can’t be seated immediately will be asked to wait in a managed, socially distant queue.

Wear it with pride

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We have now SOLD OUT of our limited edition Pride face covering.

100% of the sales has gone directly to our partner charity, akt, who support young LGBTQ+ people facing homelessness. Your £10 can cover the cost of a hygiene kit for a young person, including a selection of face coverings, hand sanitisers, soaps and other toiletries.

Thank you from everyone at Angel Central and akt for your generosity!

For more information about akt visit, akt.org.uk.

#ProudAngel

Welcome Back To Angel Central

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We are looking forward to welcoming you back to Angel Central!

 

Please check individual stores for opening times and reopening announcements.

 

Safety Central

For your safety and wellbeing, the way you shop may look a little different right now. We have made changes to your experience to help create a safe and welcoming shopping experience during these times.

We will continue to follow formal guidance and keep you updated on our website and social media platforms if there are further changes.

Please review our health & safety guidelines ahead of your visit:

  • In line with the latest government guidelines, it is now compulsory for all customers to wear a face covering or mask when you visit shops and takeaway services.
  • Please respect other shoppers and our teams. We encourage everyone to please act responsibly.
  • Help yourself to hand sanitiser, available in our stores.
  • Follow social distancing guidance while you are in store and look out for signage that helps you to keep your distance.
  • Please shop alone, wherever possible and all children must be supervised at all times.
  • Please avoid touching products while you are browsing. At this time, beauty testers are unavailable, however, our team members will be more than happy to demonstrate for you if asked.
  • Please check individual stores for their fitting room and returns policies.
  • Some restaurants are open for takeaway or click + collect only.
  • Contactless or card payment is preferred at this time.

Accessibility

  • Lifts – Please use our stairs to travel between floors – our lifts are for use by wheelchair users, pushchairs and customers with mobility issues. If you are using the lifts these will be restricted to 1 person or household per lift.
  • Toilets – The toilets and water fountain are temporarily closed until further notice. Access for vulnerable customers or those who require the baby changing facilities will be opened upon request. Apologies for any inconvenience this may cause.

Please regularly check the website for any changes to reopenings, safety guidelines and accessibility.

We look forward to seeing you soon!

#SafetyCentral

 

Enjoy your Wagamama favourites!

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Yes, you read correctly! Wagamama Angel is now safely back for delivery and also click + collect.

Restaurants are operating Wednesday – Sunday between 4 – 9:30pm until Monday 8 June when we move to 7 days a week, open between 4 – 9:30pm.
We will be operating a reduced menu and reduced opening hours to support social distancing, but all of our favourites are still available!

Our teams are working hard to ensure your takeout is as safe as it is delicious. Follow this link to see the steps we’re taking to protect our teams and our guests.

Please note, we do not cater to allergy orders online. We request our guests with allergies call the restaurant to place their order with a member of staff directly.

Order your wagamama to your door via deliveroo here or on our new click + collect website for contact free collection here.

stay fresh. stay safe. wagamama

 

Pret Reopens at Angel!

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Pret’s Angel Central shop opens for takeaway and delivery as part of their mission to help more people get access to freshly made food.

They are extending their 50% discount for NHS workers until the 15th May, and they will be ensuring that any unsold food goes to their charity partners.

Safety Measures

Welcome to Pret!

Here’s how we’re keeping our teams & customers safe during this time:

  • Only 6 people at a time
  • Card payments only
  • Please keep 2m apart from others
  • Takeaway & delivery only
  • No reusable cups (sorry)
  • Socially distancing in our kitchens
  • Cutlery & napkins behind the till

Thank you for helping us all stay safe and we look forward to seeing you soon!

Revised opening hours

Mon-Fri: 8am – 2.30pm

Sat-Sun: 9am – 3.30pm

The Islington Community

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If there’s one thing that the coronavirus health crisis has highlighted, it’s the importance of community. Islington has a number of council and grassroot initiatives to help those in our neighbourhood who need it most. There are lots of great local causes out there; we’ve listed a few below:

 

Become a We Are Islington volunteer

There are lots of ways to help, including volunteering with local community groups or charities. You can help with everything from shopping errands, pet care, medicine deliveries or giving a friendly phone call. If you or your business wants to help you can approach a local groups including People’s Army Islington or check out Voluntary Action Islington.

 

Donate to support people locally

The  Islington Giving Crisis Fund is doing all they can to help Islington’s charity groups and organisations.  Every penny you give to this fund will go to people who are isolated, anxious and in most need of financial support through this crisis.

Just one of their partners is Help On Your Doorstep, working tirelessly with isolated local people. 

 

Need help? Call the We Are Islington helpline

If you are struggling to cope at the moment, or concerned about a friend or  neighbour help is available.

Islington  Council, voluntary sector and mutual aid groups are working together to provide support.  This could include help with getting food or medicine, online group activities, legal advice or a friendly  phone  conversation.

You can contact  organisations  directly or call the We Are Islington helpline on 020 7527 8222 or minicom on 020 7527 1900. Lines are open every day from 9am to 5pm.

You can also email: weareislington@islington.gov.uk

 

For more information about what Islington Council are doing please visit islington.gov.uk.

Competition Time

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We’re bringing the Angel Easter Egg Hunt straight to your home!

Want to win a Hotel Chocolat extra thick Easter egg? All you need to do is find all the egg characters hidden throughout the website. Head over to our Instagram and submit how many egg you’ve found.

All correct answers will be entered into a draw to win a Hotel Chocolat chocolate egg. You have until Friday 10th April!

Happy Hunting!

#AngelEggHunt #StayHome

 

Frame Online has arrived!

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FRAME, best known for its feel-good, energetic and fun-filled classes will be launching its 8th studio this week and this time it’s going online. FRAME ONLINE promises to keep the nation moving in a way that makes them feel great by bringing their infamous sweet endorphins home.

At a time when it’s more important than ever to stay moving (and sane!), the platform will be available for all current Framers and frontline workers to enjoy for FREE, with new members able to join for £10.99 per month.

Frame are in awe of the amazing frontline workers who are working tirelessly keeping the nation safe. They want to do all they can to support these heroes who will need energising and bolstering. Which is why this platform will be available to them at no cost.

Variety is the spice of life and FRAME ONLINE is your spice rack. The platform will have 3 genres of workout with a class to suit every mood. SWEAT, SCULPT and PARTY, made up of 18 classes transporting users from their home straight into the FRAME studio with a series of high-quality workout videos. Bringing all of your favourite instructors straight to your screens, choose from much-loved classes including Dance Cardio, Frame Rave, 80s Aerobics, Box Fit, Total Body, Ass and Abs, Bend it like Barbie, Mat Pilates, Dynamic Stretch, Barre, HIIT and Strength.

Co-Founder Pip Black comments – ‘There’s no getting away from the fact that this is a difficult time for everyone. Keeping people moving in a way that makes them feel great has always been our top priority and it’s even more important now. With the launch of FRAME ONLINE we can continue to dish out those sweet endorphins and look after the nations physical and mental health from the comfort of their homes.’

For those looking for extra motivation and more personalised training FRAME will also be offering 1-2-1 private video sessions for people to book time with their expert instructors.

What’s more, digital corporate wellness packages will also be available from early next week for companies to give employees access to the on-demand classes as well as the option of bespoke corporate workshops for all co-workers to join in together, from meditation and sleep workshops to happiness workshops and team dance parties.

Weekly workshops and events are also going online.

Chloe Brotheridge who will host workshops and group hypnotherapy sessions.

26th March 7.30pm – ‘Calming Anxiety in an Uncertain World’ and 30th of March 1pm – ‘Bend don’t break: how to build resilience’.

LET’S KEEP LONDON MOVING (AND SANE!)

COVID-19 – A message for our customers

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Following Government instruction to close all public spaces, Angel Central Shopping Centre is now closed until further notice.

We want to thank you for your understanding during this time of uncertainty.

Please do look after yourselves and others and we look forward to welcoming you back and supporting the community soon, when we are able to.