Rethinking Our Meals to Support Local Farms
The key to promoting local products lies in transforming our culture and social practices. Although variety is the spice of life, we have to be mindful of our consumption habits when faced with so much abundance at the grocery store. The idea is not to cut out imported foods altogether, but to put local ingredients at the heart of our diet.
This “local-first approach” also reflects a strong desire to showcase the exquisite flavours of our regions. What if we decided that the finest cuisine starts with ingredients grown close to home? Think about it: the most impressive dish you could serve at a dinner party is one made with vegetables from your garden, or with products from the farm across the street! The word “local” should fill us with pride and become a seal of quality. After all, nothing beats the taste of freshly harvested produce.
Quebec stands out for its vibrant local agriculture, tight-knit farming cooperatives and diverse offerings, which is impressive given the harsh winter conditions—all the more reasons to celebrate the strength of our province’s food systems.
Let’s raise our glass to local farmers and those who help them shine!