About
The Good Food Mercantile is the Good Food Movement’s answer to building commerce and community. Traditional trade shows typically convene tens of thousands of buyers, many not prepared to work with businesses whose core aspirations don’t include unbridled growth. The Good Food Foundation deeply understands the challenge that presents for smaller companies lost in a sea of booths, and instead curates a different kind of gathering: The Good Food Mercantile.
It is a one-day, intimate gathering of like-minded food crafters and merchants which offers the same sized Tables to everyone, a start time conducive to arriving well-rested, and table fees at a fraction of the price of typical trade shows. Open exclusively to Good Food Guild Members, it is an opportunity for thoughtful, responsible food crafters to connect with the growing community of retailers that value quality, care and craftsmanship. Like-minded Hosts and Sponsors make the event possible through their generous support and participation.
Good Food Mercantiles bring together 350-800 retailers and media with 100-200 crafters at each gathering. Focus is placed on ensuring that a diverse set of food and drink is represented, with the goal of highlighting both regional and national producers.
