Skip to content
Instagram Twitter Facebook Youtube Tiktok Linkedin
  • About
  • Advertise
  • Newsletter
  • Weather
  • Contact
  • Registration
  • Login
  • About
  • Advertise
  • Newsletter
  • Weather
  • Contact
  • Registration
  • Login
  • WHAT’S ON
    • Across Liverpool
    • M&S Bank Arena
    • Exhibition Centre
    • Everyman & Playhouse
    • FunnyBoyz Liverpool
    • The Bentley Liverpool
    • St George’s Hall
  • THINGS TO DO
    • In Liverpool
    • Liverpool Watersports Centre
    • Strawberry Field
    • Relish Liverpool
    • Best Liverpool Restaurants
  • OFFERS
  • STAY
    • ALL HOTELS
    • Boudoir Hotel Liverpool
    • Malmaison Liverpool
  • JOBS
  • LATEST
    • News
    • Food & Drink
    • Events Latest
    • People
    • Things To Do
    • Music
    • Business
    • Matt Jacobson
    • Sport
    • Interviews
    • Blogs
    • Reviews
    • Competitions
    • A Tale of the Liver Birds
  • TRAVEL
    • Liverpool Airport
  • DIRECTORY
  • LIVE
Menu
  • WHAT’S ON
    • Across Liverpool
    • M&S Bank Arena
    • Exhibition Centre
    • Everyman & Playhouse
    • FunnyBoyz Liverpool
    • The Bentley Liverpool
    • St George’s Hall
  • THINGS TO DO
    • In Liverpool
    • Liverpool Watersports Centre
    • Strawberry Field
    • Relish Liverpool
    • Best Liverpool Restaurants
  • OFFERS
  • STAY
    • ALL HOTELS
    • Boudoir Hotel Liverpool
    • Malmaison Liverpool
  • JOBS
  • LATEST
    • News
    • Food & Drink
    • Events Latest
    • People
    • Things To Do
    • Music
    • Business
    • Matt Jacobson
    • Sport
    • Interviews
    • Blogs
    • Reviews
    • Competitions
    • A Tale of the Liver Birds
  • TRAVEL
    • Liverpool Airport
  • DIRECTORY
  • LIVE
Search
Close this search box.

GET THE EUROVISION LATEST HERE

Incredible social concept cafe ‘FIKA’ opens on Liverpool waterfront in support of disadvantaged young people

April 18, 2022
|
by Editor
Incredible social concept cafe 'FIKA' opens on Liverpool waterfront in support of disadvantaged young people

Incredible social concept cafe, FIKA opens on Liverpool waterfront, and will support disadvantaged young people in partnership with Local Solutions to help them onto career ladder.

Tony Grice, who runs the extremely popular Fika coffee shop in Wavertree, partnered with major Merseyside charity Local Solutions – who own the building – to open a second Fika cafe on the waterfront.

The 42-year-old, who grew up in Toxteth and says he “knows what it’s like to be hungry”, is supporting the charity in return by training some of the disadvantaged young people Local Solutions look after through their hostel service, giving them lunch and getting the ready for employment as baristas and catering workers at the cafe.

Incredible social concept cafe 'FIKA' opens on Liverpool waterfront in support of disadvantaged young people

He said: “I know what it’s like to have no food in the house, being in trouble with the police at a young age and finding life chances very difficult.

“That is why I want to give these young people, who’ve similarly had a tough start in life, a chance to get into work and build a CV for their future.

“I loved how passionate Local Solutions were about what they do and all the help they give to people so it was massive for me to go into partnership with them and support them too in what is an unbelievable location!”

Tony, who worked at Caeser’s Palace restaurant in Liverpool in the 90s, explained that he has always operated with a social conscience due to understanding what life is like for those struggling.

The Wavertree resident has carried out an unbelievable amount of work for those less fortunate in the community like handing out more than 3,000 food parcels during the Covid-19 lockdowns and running the not-for-profit Fika Festival for 1,000 people as he gets set to launch a free tea and toast morning for elderly people at his main cafe in hope “it gives them a lifeline”. 

Local Solutions chief executive Tom Harrison said:

“We have gone into partnership with Fika social cafe and they are providing our food, hot drinks and a cafe atmosphere. 

“It’s a lovely partnership and there is a lot of care going in there. Fika is linking in with our mentoring, young persons support and accommodation teams to offer employment. It will enable young people to work and experience that next sort of possibility.

“We’re trying to empower some of our young people to feel connected to their city and the opportunity in that city.”

Fika is a Swedish-inspired coffee shop which draws inspiration from Scandinavian culture in which people take fika each day, which basically means to take time out in order to have coffee and a cake while chatting to someone about life in general, improving social interaction and combating loneliness people may face.

Tony said the idea came after he spent time in Sweden and realised it would work beautifully in Liverpool.

READ MORE: Faces behind the Business – Anthony Grice – Fika Coffee Shop

Facebook
Twitter
LinkedIn
WhatsApp
Email
Print

THE LATEST

Liverpool ONE unveils Pysanka Eggs ahead of Eurovision and Easter
Liverpool ONE unveils Pysanka Eggs ahead of Eurovision and Easter
Everton’s winless run continues as champions Manchester City cruise to victory
Another bitterly disappointing away day for Jurgen Klopp’s men
Jack Whitehall is bringing his new live show to Liverpool
Jack Whitehall is bringing his new live show to Liverpool
INNSiDE Liverpool launch stylish dog hampers with local independent
INNSiDE Liverpool launch stylish dog hampers with local independent
St. Joseph’s Hospice Spring Ladies Day is back for 2023
St. Joseph’s Hospice Spring Ladies Day is back for 2023
One Fine Day Easter Sunday Roast Session
One Fine Day Easter Sunday Roast Session
Malmaison Liverpool Unveils New Bar & Grill
Malmaison Liverpool Unveils New Bar & Grill
Comic Con after party at Cains Brewery this weekend
Comic Con after party at Cains Brewery this weekend
Young Evertonian Harry set for mascot experience courtesy of Jordan
Young Evertonian Harry set for mascot experience courtesy of Jordan
Formby Hall Golf Resort & Spa partners with Cash for Kids
Formby Hall Golf Resort & Spa partners with Cash for Kids

WhatsAppenin LIVERPOOL!

Receive WhatsApp notifications about the latest big news, events, offers, competitions and much more!

SIGN UP NOW

Stay in the loop

Stay up to date with all the latest news, articles, events, and offers from across Liverpool!

We never share your information with anyone.

OTHER LINKS

  • Liverpool Maps
  • FAQs
  • Privacy Policy

SUB LINKS

  • About Us
  • Services
  • Advertise
  • Newsletter
  • Contact
  • About Us
  • Services
  • Advertise
  • Newsletter
  • Contact

DIRECTORY LINKS

  • Business Login
  • Register
  • View Directory

SOCIAL MEDIA

Instagram Twitter Facebook Youtube Tiktok Linkedin

At Explore Liverpool we are all about bringing you everything the Liverpool City Region has to offer and more!

© 2022 Explore Liverpool

  • Terms & Conditions
  • Privacy Policy
  • Terms & Conditions
  • Privacy Policy
We use cookies on our website to give you the most relevant experience by remembering your preferences and repeat visits. By clicking “Accept”, you consent to the use of ALL the cookies.
SettingsACCEPT
Privacy & Cookies Policy

Privacy Overview

This website uses cookies to improve your experience while you navigate through the website. Out of these cookies, the cookies that are categorized as necessary are stored on your browser as they are essential for the working of basic functionalities of the website. We also use third-party cookies that help us analyze and understand how you use this website. These cookies will be stored in your browser only with your consent. You also have the option to opt-out of these cookies. But opting out of some of these cookies may have an effect on your browsing experience.
Necessary
Always Enabled
Necessary cookies are absolutely essential for the website to function properly. This category only includes cookies that ensures basic functionalities and security features of the website. These cookies do not store any personal information.
Non-necessary
Any cookies that may not be particularly necessary for the website to function and is used specifically to collect user personal data via analytics, ads, other embedded contents are termed as non-necessary cookies. It is mandatory to procure user consent prior to running these cookies on your website.
SAVE & ACCEPT

Explore Liverpool With Us!

Don't miss a thing. Sign up for our weekly roundup straight to your inbox! 🙌

Change Location
Find awesome listings near you!