Bonnie & Wild has become the first food hall in the world to be certified as a B Corp after meeting set environmental and social standards.
The venue, based in the city centre’s St James Quarter, secured the business certification following an independent assessment by non-profit B Lab.
Bonnie & Wild scored 89.9 in the assessment – which grades businesses on their treatment of staff, community, and the environment – surpassing the passing threshold of 80. The average score for assessed businesses, according to B Lab, sits at 50.9.
The marketplace houses 14 independent Scottish kitchens and speciality retailers, supporting more than 100 jobs.
Bonnie & Wild is based in Edinburgh’s St James Quarter.
Managing Director Ryan Barrie said the certification marks a milestone for the venue.
He said: “This is a significant milestone for Bonnie & Wild, and I’m enormously proud of our entire team for their efforts in making Bonnie & Wild the first food hall in the world to become a certified B Corp.
“B Corp certification means our guests can be assured that the money they spend within Bonnie & Wild is with a purpose-led business committed to championing Scottish entrepreneurs, supporting our teams, and working to safeguard the wider environment.”
The certification was completed as part of the Edinburgh B Corp 500 scheme, an initiative backed by Everyone’s Edinburgh and the Edinburgh Chamber of Commerce to get 500 capital firms certified by 2030.
Mayan Grace, Director of Projects at Edinburgh Chamber of Commerce, said: “Edinburgh Chamber are delighted to congratulate Bonnie & Wild on achieving B Corp accreditation.
“Their dedication throughout our B Corp 500 cohort has been impressive. This milestone reflects their commitment to purpose‑driven, responsible business.”
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