Why We Buy Local

When you buy local, it stays local. More jobs are created in Australia, the community prospers financially, and people are more connected to the whole process. Our money helps businesses thrive: they aren’t just a number. Too often, our food is sourced from nondescript locations, with vague information on how it got to your supermarkets. At Golden Wok, we believe our customers have the right to know where their food is coming from. Not only does this connect us to our food but it allows for healthier choices.

Another key reason why we source our ingredients locally is doing so is better for the planet. Goods don’t have to travel anywhere near as far to reach us, and this impacts the amount of resources used to get your food to the table. Just consider the impact of supermarket veg that has come halfway around the world to land on your dinner plate, versus fresh produce that comes from a farm in your local area. By buying locally, we help to cut carbon emissions and air pollution - whether that’s by reduced food miles or transportation of any other item. The longer food has to be transported, the greater the chance there is of it getting damaged and not surviving the journey. By shopping locally, we can help to minimise this waste and support the environment. What’s more, buying locally encourages us to reduce our own waste. This is because produce is likely to be in season and therefore fresher, meaning you’ll enjoy tastier meals and throw less away.

What’s not to love?