Why you should Offer Locally Sourced Food to Your Guests with Their Stay

Posted by Gauri Satpute on March 26th, 2020

When it comes to guests choosing where to stay during their visit to a particular locale, food is often a determining factor. In fact, not only do guests care about food, but also wish to experience local cuisine, which means, they would be keen to sample the local fare. Let’s look at why guests want great locally sourced food with their stay and how hoteliers can offer the same:

• Meeting the needs of your guests: thanks to digitalization, people can now see what your property looks like and the reviews you have received, just with a few clicks. To get an edge over your competitors, the best restaurants in Business Bay should be on the lookout for new ways to satisfy your customers’ needs. Keep yourself updated with what’s on trend and what your guests care about. Many people today are concerned about not only the environment but also where their food comes from, when they visit Business Bay Dubai restaurants.
• Demand for local: locally sourced food is perceived to be superior as it is fresher, has better flavour, ripens naturally, and does not need a long shelf life. Besides, they want to support local farmers, as they trust the quality and integrity in terms of the food, without having to worry much about the food safety. Also, opting for locally sourced food is a major way of preserving local farmland and open spaces by lending economic support to farmers.
• Showcase local: in today’s times, hotel guests and even diners want artisanal, feel-good food. Locally sourced food gives millennial travellers an experience that is not generic. Farm-to-table movement is going to be a long-lasting trend, as more and more travellers from the upcoming generation develop a growing concern for sustainability and responsibility. Local food not only delights the explorer in your customers, but also enhances the aesthetic ambience of your hotel.
• Grow your own: want to stay on top of the game? Grow your own kitchen garden. If you live in a temperate area, this is going to be easy; if not, you can consider purchasing a greenhouse, or set up a rooftop garden. An organic garden does not need more than 200-600 feet of space, though it also depends on the size of your restaurant. You can also extend your patio or pool area to encompass a garden. Your guests will not only love the sight of it, but also feel comforted by the locally sourced organic produce.
• Exploration is the key: The best hotel restaurants in Dubai should grab the opportunity of getting creative in their dining and drinking experiences, so that guests can enjoy global exploration. Some tips for the same include, offering only sustainable items, making healthier dishes, offering vegetarian, vegan and gluten-free options, featuring ethnic dishes from your area, introducing locally sourced drinks, and so on.

Your guests should feel that you care about what they deeply care about. Their stay will be all the more fulfilling if you offer locally sourced food that makes them feel they are contributing to sustainability. When it comes to sourcing meat, cheese, etc., look to your own garden, community supported food programs, local farmers, and area community gardens.