Fancy something tasty from nearby? Groningen is bursting with regional produce. From the rugged onlands to the city centre, Groningen is bursting with flavours that come straight from the land. Here you will not find mass production but craftsmanship, tradition and passion. Because if you really want to taste what makes Groningen special, start at the source: the region itself.
Meinardi
Noordbroek - The Meinardi family has been a household name in Groningen for years. Everyone has had strawberries or asparagus from the company. But besides the famous strawberries and asparagus, Meinardi has much more, including baking their own breads, daily fresh ready-made meals and jams. The range is huge, all super fresh and made responsibly.
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Knolskoek
City - The smell of fresh cake greets you as soon as you stand outside. Knol's bakery on Hoendiep is where local goodies are made. Once inside, you immediately enter the shop. Here you can get fresh biscuits daily, but also other delicacies from the area.
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Wijngaard hof van 't Hogeland
Mensingeweer - You might think: wine from the far north, that can't possibly be anything. With a good dose of down-to-earth entrepreneurship, Wijngaard Hof 't Hogeland has managed to make beautiful wines. You can taste them in several restaurants. A unique place where you discover that good wine doesn't necessarily have to come from France. Groningen can do it too!
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Dallinga
Zuidbroek - At Dallinga in Zuidbroek, everything is about fresh fruit and vegetables. All products are fresh from their own land or from fellow local producers. So you can be sure: what you buy is fresh, honest and from nearby. From various kinds of potatoes and fruit to deli meats and breads, you'll find everything in the farm shop.
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Koffiestation
City - For coffee lovers, the Koffiestation in Groningen is a true paradise. Here, beans from around the world are traditionally roasted into tasty blends. The emphasis is on quality and sustainability. The coffee is delivered locally to catering establishments, but is also for sale for home use. Each cup tells a story from the farmer to your cup.
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Waddenvarkens
Uithuizermeeden - At Waddenvarkens in Uithuizermeeden, it's all about animal friendliness, sustainability and quality. The pigs live outside on the Groningen clay and are given plenty of space to root and scratch. The meat is pure, tasty and honestly produced. The farm shop sells delicious products such as sausages, bacon, ham and pâté. An example of how tasty local can also be conscious and responsible.
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Eemstuin
Uithuizermeeden - Near the Wadden Sea lies the Eemstuin. A powerful place where a lot grows naturally. You'll find vegetables, fruit, herbs and flowers harvested by hand. They also sell pickled products such as chutneys, syrups and jams. Everything is organic, fresh and full of flavour. You can also get a vegetable subscription or join in activities on the land.
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Country life
Onstwedde - In the green heart of Westerwolde lies Bio-boerderij Landleven, where the Luring family has been farming for 11 generations with respect for nature and tradition. Here, under the name Westerwolds Goud, artisanal cheese and dairy are made from raw milk straight from their own cows. In the atmospheric Erfwinkel, you will find their own products as well as delicacies from local producers. A place where you can really experience the taste of Groningen.
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Groninger Genever Stokerij
Oostwold - In the heart of Oostwold, Freek and Henriëtte run the Groninger Genever Stokerij. Here, they distil artisanal genevers and liqueurs, including the unique fladderak, based on an age-old recipe. The distillery breathes history, with references to de Graanrepubliek and a nod to the region's rebellious character. Visitors are welcome for tours and tastings, where you can experience Groningen's rich flavours and stories
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