What Chefs Want’s Local Food Connection program is the foremost distribution solution for those who want to know where their food comes from – and to share the stories behind it. We offer a platform of solutions so that our customers can choose the very best products to meet their own definitions and needs for local by state, by location, by farm type, by growing practice, or by story. We were founded as a stand-alone food hub with a mission to build long-term growth for small and mid-sized farms and artisans. We’re a resource, a solution, and a partner to those who care about building small food systems together in a way that meets the real needs of a bigger distribution world.
Local Food Connection
Farmers Produce. Chefs Create. We Connect.
Creating a System that Serves Both Local Food Producers & Buyers
Values-Driven
We provide extra support for small/medium-sized farms, artisans, and special interest/minority groups, like veterans. We help customers align with their values through mindful sourcing assistance.
Education-Driven
We train farms and artisans for growth in distribution. We assist customers in planning for and finding unique local products effectively.
Traceable & Transparent
Our producers stay connected to where their food goes and how it’s used. We ensure buyers know where and by whom their food is sourced, so they can share with their restaurant patrons.
Find What is Local in Your Region NOW!
Curious about what’s fresh in your area? Our What’s Local Now page makes it easy to find seasonal, local produce available in your region. Explore updated lists by location to see which fruits, vegetables, and herbs are at their peak right now—straight from nearby farms to your kitchen.
Local food distributor to help you easily find local products
You can easily find local products by checking out our Local list in our ordering platform or by using the filters in our ordering platform.
To watch a quick tutorial on how to search for local, check out our video below.
