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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
Lifestyle
Amber Raiken

Luxury grocery store known for its $20 smoothies to open in New York City

  • Erewhon, the luxury grocery chain famed for its expensive smoothies, is set to open its first East Coast outlet in New York City.
  • The new mini-store will be located within Kith Ivy, an exclusive, members-only wellness club in the West Village.
  • Membership to Kith Ivy carries a significant cost, including a $36,000 initiation fee and a $7,000 annual payment.
  • Non-members will still be able to purchase Erewhon products, such as their smoothies, through third-party delivery applications.
  • The development of Kith Ivy has faced protests from local West Village residents concerned about potential noise and disruption.

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