There’s a special treat in store for discerning foodies and keen market-goers when a milestone event showcases a selection of the Sunshine Coast’s finest food producers.
The popular Locavore Markets at White’s IGA stores will be relaunched on Tuesday, September 27.
This will be the first time that all five White’s IGA stores will run the markets simultaneously.
With more than 30 suppliers confirmed and a giant hamper giveaway valued at more than $600, this event is set to attract customers from far and wide.
The word “locavore” refers to a person “who makes an effort to eat food that is grown, raised or produced locally, usually within a 150-200 kilometre radius of home”.
A locavore lifestyle means healthy, fresher food quality is more accessible and climate friendly by reducing the food miles and decreasing greenhouse gas emissions because items do not need to be transported long distances.
So locavores are also eco-conscious and interested in sustainability.
The Locavore Program was officially launched in 2013, created to showcase locally grown and produced food offered through White’s IGA Sunshine Coast supermarkets.
A distinctive tractor logo marks a diverse range of products which are made, sourced or grown locally, including seasonally fresh produce, condiments, dressings, chilled, frozen and grocery lines, baked goodies, flowers, eggs, cheese, smallgoods, seafood and gourmet treats.
White’s locavore food culture is further enhanced by doing business locally, engaging providers, suppliers, designers, manufacturers and various local contractors wherever possible.
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White’s IGA Group retailer Roz White said the Locavore Markets supported the Sunshine Coast’s thriving local food scene.
“It’s been over two years since our last event, due to the challenges that came with the pandemic,” she said.
“While this was a difficult time, we know it also shined a light on the diverse and delicious range of fresh, local, artisan products produced right here on the Sunshine Coast.
“There’s a real energy behind locals supporting locals, and simply enjoying the beautiful food and products that are being grown and manufactured here.
“We’re incredibly excited to have a fresh opportunity to showcase the best of our region in a setting that enables our customers to touch, feel and taste what they are buying.”
The market will include taste-testing, demonstrations and question-and-answer time with the producers and stallholders.
Woombye Cheese, Pepe Leon, Bee-Man, Coyo and local success story Kokopod are among the featured local suppliers.
The Locavore Markets will run from 10am-2pm at Whites IGA stores at Bli Bli, Mooloolah, Peregian Beach, Baringa and Mt Coolum.
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