An Exciting New Concept in Foodtainment
In early 2019, businessmen and commercial real estate developers God Nisanov and Zarakh Iliev developed an interesting version of a trendy new concept in food—the DEPO food hall. While most shopping malls have an area dedicated to various food options, indoor food markets like DEPO are 100% focused on food and the entertainment that goes with it.
Explore a World of Flavor in One Place
Fast becoming known as a foodie haven, DEPO offers a large variety of food items including fresh produce as well as a selection of meat, fish, and baked goods. Thousands of visitors have come to love the freshly prepared meals from a fantastic selection of stalls, cafés, and restaurants.
Whether you are craving a mouth-watering plate of baklava or in need of some comforting chowder, DEPO offers something for everyone. SEBB’s Raw & Fire serves delicious burgers and steaks with a cold beer. Mollusca is a dream come true for the discerning diner who loves mussels. Bakinsky Ugolok serves authentic Azerbaijani dishes and you can also get traditional Russian fare, of course. We hear the blinis with black caviar at Pripyok are phenomenal!
From Thailand and China to Morocco and Mexico, there is a selection of tastes from every corner of the world at DEPO. There are also many options for health-conscious people.
Variety in Cuisine Is Just the Start
Besides providing opportunities to shop for top-quality ingredients and to explore an extraordinary selection of culinary delights, DEPO also keeps visitors entertained with a wide range of events. There are many cultural evenings, music concerts, cuisine-themed workshops, and informative public lectures held right in the mall. Some of the restaurants feature live music performances or resident DJs to add to the ambience. Those who enjoy shopping and then relaxing with a scrumptious meal can have their shopping delivered by the onsite Yandex delivery team.
The Architecture Alone Makes DEPO Worth a Visit
Even if you may not be keen to explore artisanal cheese or Georgian lavash, DEPO is an architectural monument and a stunning shopping destination. Before it was refurbished into the largest indoor food market in Europe, the building was a tram park that had fallen into disrepair. The old industrial neo-Gothic architecture was respected and enhanced with modern touches creating an intriguing juxtaposition of old and new. It is obvious that a substantial amount of money was spent in transforming the red brick building into a destination visited by as many as 30,000 people in a single weekend.
Instagram Is Going Wild and for Good Reason
Everything in DEPO is highly Instagrammable. From the repurposed green trolleybus now used as the Flowers and Souvenirs shop to the lightbulb-shaped cups in which Macadamia serves their smoothies, there is plenty of opportunity to take photos for social media. Insta-selfies at DEPO has become quite a trend in itself!
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And to make a good thing even better, God Nisanov and Zarakh Iliev are planning a second massive indoor food market, this time in an even bigger space near Paveletsky station. Moscow foodies are already getting excited about the new prospects for culinary adventures.