Fatisa Supermarket

TRNCVaughan


Joined: 27/04/2008
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Message Posted:
17/12/2008 12:39

Just noticed Fatisa Supermarket in Karaoglanoglu appears to have closed down. Anyone know why? Never rated the place myself. Is there a leason here for Lemar/Astro/Starling etc?

littlenige



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Message Posted:
17/12/2008 12:42

DISCOUNT supermarket chain Lidl yesterday declined to comment on the slated launch of their stores on the island, a development that market analysts say would send shockwaves across the retail industry.



The Cyprus branch of the retail giant was set up more than two years ago, and has reportedly secured the necessary permits for its first store in Limassol. It has also registered its trademark insignia. In the meantime, repeated press reports of an imminent opening have proved wrong.



Amid rumours that the launch is in limbo because the relevant government services are dragging their feet and not granting final permission, the Mail yesterday contacted Lidl’s offices in Limassol. A company representative met all questions with a “no comment.”

According to reports, Lidl, which has a turnover of $33 billion and ranks 16th of among the top global retailers, has already recruited Cypriot staff and plans to open 15 stores.



Its first store in Limassol’s busy Omonia area – dubbed t

littlenige



Joined: 24/12/2006
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Message Posted:
17/12/2008 12:43

Bermuda Triangle’ – that will have a shop space area of about 1200 to 1500sq.m and parking space for up to 200 cars.

Lidl assembles prefabricated steel-structure stores that typically take just three to four months to set up, lending further weight to the hypothesis that logistics is probably not at the centre of the delays.



The chain’s success is based on its low-cost structure, with own-branded products it distributes to its worldwide stores in 26 countries at wholesale prices, while the absence of service staff and employment of counter staff that only accept cash keeps payrolls to a minimum.



It goes without saying that, to varying degrees, local supermarket chains – AlfaMega, Orphanides and Metro – will take a hit from the newcomer’s arrival on the island.



And the development would come on the heels of Carrefour-Marinopoulos’ recent takeover of the Chris Cash & Carry chain



When news of the German giant’s interest in Cyprus first surfaced, market analysts predicted

littlenige



Joined: 24/12/2006
Posts: 3594

Message Posted:
17/12/2008 12:44

a head-to-head clash between Lidl "and everybody else", with some retailers preparing themselves with own-label products and focusing more on service counters (butchery, charcuterie, dairy, fresh meat and vegetables, bakery) that Lidl cannot afford to have.

Lidl’s operation would also deal a blow to the small family businesses littering the cityscape, with POVEK (small shopkeepers association) voicing concerns.



For its part, the Consumers Association says the opening of another large hypermarket would provide healthy competition, and would provide consumers with more options.

craig2536


Joined: 09/06/2007
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Message Posted:
17/12/2008 12:44

I believe there was a problem between the partners in the supermarket and they have put it up for sale.

kaiserphil


Joined: 14/12/2008
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Message Posted:
17/12/2008 13:32

While we on the subject of supermarkets, when I was last there I noticed something happening at Fresco. Have they also closed, or were they being refurbished?



And while I am at it, a Very Merry Christmas to all you good people in TRNC

keithcaley



Joined: 13/06/2008
Posts: 2521

Message Posted:
17/12/2008 13:46

Hi again kaiserphil,

Fresco's closed ages ago, it is now open again as Starling (no.3)

Wondering if Fatisa is going to go the same way!

Keith.

TRNCVaughan


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Message Posted:
17/12/2008 13:57

For my money Ileli's next to Kate O'Reilleys has the edge. It certainly has loads of things you don't seem to get elsewhere (Lemar, Astro etc) and is a bit like Tempo in that respect. They sell pork and gammon too!

joandjelly


Joined: 24/02/2008
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Message Posted:
17/12/2008 18:17

I think Ileli is great in terms of choice and the staff are really friendly too.

Groucho



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Message Posted:
17/12/2008 19:04

Has anyone got the gen on "The Pork Shop"?



Is it any good?



We haven't had pork for yonks and I'm starting to think I'd like a nice bit of crackling... don't tell COA...



Mr Mud

Krin52


Joined: 25/08/2008
Posts: 419

Message Posted:
17/12/2008 19:11

I've had pork steaks from them, and can recommend them highly! I've already got the leg in the freezer for Christmas Day and you should see the crackling on it

Groucho



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Message Posted:
17/12/2008 19:41

Thanks Krin, will give it a try...



Do you know the shop opending hours?

TRNCVaughan


Joined: 27/04/2008
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Message Posted:
18/12/2008 11:32

The owner, Hamsa, like most locals is there nearly all day, every day.

Try the sausages - a bit pricey but 100% meat, I'd guess.



You can also buy Ostrich meat from Famagusta.

mitsi


Joined: 14/08/2008
Posts: 345

Message Posted:
18/12/2008 20:08

Bought large piece of belly draught and roasted slowly just as always but was like shoe leather! Poor pig was very pbviously stressed out cos showed in the meat. Now go to Steve, the butcher in Ozankoy, excellent belly from him.