Gran Canaria is getting ready for a special event that will highlight its local products while also focusing on sustainability, quality, and supporting the community. The Feria Km.0 in Santa Brigida is happening on November 18th and 19th 2023. This event shows how the island is dedicated to helping its local businesses, keeping its beautiful landscapes intact, and lessening environmental effects by supporting local products.
Products From 16 Towns
The Feria Km.0 isn’t just a market; it’s a party showcasing Gran Canaria’s unique products, from 16 different towns. There’s everything from tasty cheese, good wines, and homemade bread to unique cochineal dye and traditional gofio. The fair offers a mix of products that really capture Canarian culture. Alongside these tasty treats, visitors can also grab pastries, coffee, juices, plants, chorizo, honey, and a bunch of fresh fruits and veggies.
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Sustainable Living in Action
The Feria Km.0 Gran Canaria is all about being eco-friendly and has some main goals. It wants people to consume sustainably, meaning use less transport and go for local products to cut down on harming the environment. The fair is also a big helper for the local pepple and their businesses, giving small producers and farmers a chance to do well. Plus, it’s a shout-out to those who work hard to keep the island looking gorgeous.
Preserving Culture And Identity
More than just making money, the Feria Km.0 Gran Canaria is a big deal in keeping the island’s special culture alive. It pushes people to use local products, helping to hold onto Canarian traditions and quirks. The fair goes even further by sticking to fair trade rules, making visitors feel more connected to the island and its way of life.
Educational & Entertaining
The Feria Km.0 is more than just a place to buy products; it’s something you really get to dive into into. When you go, you can try out tastings, join workshops, watch demos, and groove to live music. Whether it’s seeing how they get dye from cochineal or learning the old-school way of making gofio, the fair mixes fun and learning in a neat way.
Connecting with the Island
For anyone visiting Gran Canaria, the Feria Km.0 Gran Canaria is not just a market—it’s a gateway to enhancing their connection with the island. Six times a year, the fair travels to different villages, with each edition featuring approximately 50 producers from across the island. The array of products, including cheese, honey, wine, fruits, vegetables, artisanal beer, and more, ensures that every visit is a delightful exploration of the island’s high-quality and delicious offerings.
More information www.km0grancanaria.com/santabrigida
