About Us - Bakkali Groceries

We serve the underserved

At Bakkali, we bring hard-to-find, authentic ingredients to underserved communities, making it easier to enjoy the flavours and traditions from back home

Our Origin

Issam and Ishan are friends who bonded over their joy for flavours from back home. Issam who moved to the UK from Palestine and Ishan from Sri Lanka.

Our Challenge

They both realised the difficulties in accessing the foods they loved. And with the aim of solving this problem, they joined forces in 2023 to launch Bakkali.

Our Pledge

Since our first customer in May 2023 (Thank you Osama!), thousands across the UK have discovered a taste of home at Bakkali. We’re committed to reuniting even more people with the foods they cherish.

We support authentic

All our ingredients are ethically sourced from trusted, authentic suppliers around the globe and we are committed to maintaining transparent supply chains

A piece of home delivered to my door. I was so happy to find everything I needed

Bakkali spared me the exhausting weekly commute, giving me more time to enjoy the flavours of my home

Bakkali covers all the tastes and smells of Eurasia from the Bosporus to the Bay of Bengal

Halal Groceries

Our Halal selection brings peace of mind and quality together, offering ethically-sourced meats and ingredients that meet the highest standards. From everyday essentials to specialty items, we support a halal lifestyle without compromise
Arabic Groceries

Arabic cuisine delivered to your kitchen. From beloved staples like sumac, za'atar, and tahini, as well as cherished pantry items like coffee, maamoul, and dates. These foods are more than ingredients, they’re part of our culture.
Turkish Groceries

Our Turkish range showcases the bold tastes of Turkey, with popular ingredients such as sucuk, smoky pepper paste, and pomegranate molasses. Create timeless dishes like Kırmızı Mercimek Çorbası, Lahmacun, and Baklava with our selection.
Indian Groceries

From the spices of Kerala to the basmati rice of Punjab, our Indian groceries celebrate the diversity of this rich culinary heritage. Find essential Indian fresh produce, spices like garam masala and staples such as chana dal.