According to a recent study commissioned by The Goodstone Group for Feeding The Economy, the food supply and agriculture industries in the U.S. last year generated over $2.8 trillion in economic activity through the retail grocery sector alone.
CLEVELAND, May 29, 2018 (Newswire.com) - "This doesn't take into account the restaurant trade, catering businesses, or farmers markets, for example," points out William Rini, the owner of a luxury catering company based in Ohio. "When you factor these in, along with independent suppliers and countless other small and medium-sized businesses, the true value of agriculture and produce, especially to local economies, is much higher."
Rini goes on to explain that, of the national totals, very little remains local and is instead produced and distributed on a huge scale, across the U.S. and internationally. "It might be great for the wider economy, but it's not great for the local industry, or the environment," he laments. "Local foods create community and knowing where your food comes from connects you to the people who raised, grew or produced it. This simply isn't the case with most supermarkets and other large, national or international suppliers."
We're here to deliver quality.
William Rini, Owner
That's why, as the owner of A Taste of Excellence Catering, Rini has made a commitment to sourcing and using local produce wherever possible.
In a recent interview with leading local business publication Crain's Cleveland Business, Rini explains, "At A Taste of Excellence Catering we buy Ohio Proud beef and serve Ohio City Pasta, Lucky Penny Creamery products, and Mitchell's Ice Cream, among other local produce and products."
"Nowadays," he continues, "people know their wines, they know fine food, and as a result, they're looking for more locally produced goods. That's why whatever we can source locally, we use."
According to figures by Statista, the market research and business intelligence portal, over a quarter of Americans now agree with Rini's mentality, claiming to favor local brands and businesses over larger national or international alternatives.
Furthermore, the majority of these individuals, as quizzed by the market research organization, also suggested that local suppliers and producers not only offered better quality and value but also provided a more positive overall buying experience.
Located in Strongsville, Ohio, William Rini's award-winning catering business enjoys not only close ties to local food producers, but also to other local businesses, venues, and event spaces.
Winners of a 2018 WeddingWire Couples' Choice Award, A Taste of Excellence Catering is closely affiliated with a number of prestigious local venues. These include Cleveland's Grand City Hall Rotunda and the Old Courthouse, as well as Akron Art Museum, Ariel International Center, Olney Mansion, Mapleside Farms, Bohemian National Hall, Jilbert Winery, and Hale Farm & Village.
"We're here to deliver quality," Rini explains of the business. "At A Taste of Excellence Catering, we're able to do this by dealing with local producers and vendors, which is something our client base certainly seems to appreciate."
"What's more," he adds, wrapping up, "by dealing with local vendors we can often save our customers money at the same time."
To learn more about William Rini and A Taste of Excellence Catering, visit http://www.taste-food.com.
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