All pink cafe EL&N confirms Manchester opening date - and FREE brunch for first 150 through the doors

Famed all-pink cake cafe EL&N, beloved of Instagrammers everywhere, has revealed the opening date of its first north west store here in Greater Manchester. The huge new EL&N at Trafford Palazzo has been taking shape with sparkling pink domes next to the big Primark store in recent weeks.

Now bosses have confirmed they will open to customers for the first time on Friday, April 21 from 12 noon. And the first 150 customers through those pink doors will get a FREE brunch.

EL&N, which stands for Eat, Live, and Nourish, is renowned for "creating products centred around living a stylish life in a stunning setting". Other branches feature Instagrammable all-pink booths, flamboyant floral walls and bright neon signs all aimed at "encouraging a positive ethos to nourish the soul".

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The cafe was founded by Alexandra Miller, who has promised elements that have "never been done before" will feature at the new Trafford cafe. It will sit next to the big Primark at Trafford Palazzo, the mall next to the Trafford Centre formerly known as Barton Square.

She has said previously of the launch: "We are thrilled to announce our very first opening in Manchester at Trafford Palazzo. This location in particular is iconic, and we can't wait to bring our unique offering to the diners of Manchester.

"The store design ties in all the classic EL&N interior elements along with some fresh new Instagram moments that we've never done before, Manchester, you're in for a real treat!”

The cafe is famous for its cakes and shakes but also serves a full menu of brunch and lunch options. The new Trafford site will also include a new menu including pasta dishes.

A spokesperson for the brand said