No, not tea and crumpets. But those are mighty good.

We learned land that's zoned for a small commercial center will include a fresh & easy, a neighborhood market that features everyday items and gourmet fare. British food giant Tesco is the parent company.

Tom Ryan Jr. said Thursday that he has a signed lease with the store. Ryan works in commercial real estate in Pacific Palisades and is a partner in Rykal Bakersfield LLC.

The land is on the northeast corner of Brimhall and Jewetta roads, across the street from Liberty Park, near Liberty High School. 

The center would be upscale and feature higher-end tenants because "it's in a nice area," Ryan said.

Fresh & easy markets are in LA, San Diego, the OC and Bay Area, as well as Nevada and Arizona.

We hear plans for other fresh & easy stores in Bako are in the works, including a site at Buena Vista Road and White Lane. The city council will consider a zone change for Mustang Square to go forward in mid-March.