East Lothian Event to Promote Local Sourcing

Launched by East Lothian Food & Drink, ‘Fresh Profit from East Lothian’ is an innovative event taking place next March which is aimed at persuading and encouraging Edinburgh & Lothian restaurants and hotels to buy local produce.

Date:

Fri, 18 Nov 2011

Source:

East Lothian Food & Drink

East Lothian Food & Drink:

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The event will take place on Monday, 12th March at the Sheraton Grand Hotel in Edinburgh.

Fiona Edgar, business growth officer with East Lothian Council, said: "It is has been well researched that restaurants can profit from purchasing good local produce.

"The produce is fresh and tastier than the majority of mass-produced goods, generally has less environmental impact through reduced carbon footprint and can provide a great point for menu differentiation."

Fresh Profit from East Lothian’s event programme will include demonstrations from well-known chefs, the opportunity for purchasers and chefs to speak directly with the producer and a chance to "taste the difference" between fresh and local and alternative products.

More information is available on the Fresh Profit from East Lothian website.

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