the importance of
buying local
Supporting Local
Importance
of Buying Local
El Bistro restaurant is sourcing its goods from local producers and vendors. This local food movement now includes everything from ecological farm-fresh produce to artisanal meats, sustainable fishs & seafood, signature wines and specialised goods.
Here are the six advantages to buy locally produced goods, benefiting the planet, your community and your personal wellbeing:
01
Fresher products
The fresher the Product the better the Taste
Fresh ingredients are much better: vegetables picked at peak ripeness have the best balance of sugars, acids, and aromatic compounds contributing to their flavor. Fresh fruits and vegetables also contain various vitamins and minerals essential for good health. They also contain antioxidants, which can help protect the body from disease.
Eating fresh vegetables, fruits, meat and seafood is not only good for your health, it’s also great for the environment. Eating fresh ingredients helps reduce your carbon footprint in several ways. El Bistro Kitchen Team always prefers fresh food to cook the dishes on our menu.
02
Healthier
Better Quality & Healthier
Because we are aware of its origin, we can access more information about the production methods used and the freshness of the product. We also ensure that the food is not genetically modified or processed. By not spending long periods in cold storage, the original taste remains intact and therefore the quality of the product is much higher, as well as being healthier.
03
Carbon Footprint
Smaller Carbon Footprint
Locally grown produce avoids or reduces unnecessary transportation. This means less consumption of energy, fuel and less polluting emissions. It also reduces the amount of plastic used, as direct sales do not require packaging to preserve the product or transport it over long distances.
04
Local Economy
Local Economy & Communities
Money spent in a neighbourhood is reinvested in that neighbourhood. In this way you help small businesses to thrive and create new jobs. By buying from local businesses, you are also helping to create a community, as direct sales allow you to create trusting relationships through personalised advice.
05
Sustainable Farmers
Supporting
Sustainable Farmers
Support small-scale farmers who follow sustainable farming practices. meaning those that focus on ensuring long-term productivity, preserving natural resources and not using agrochemicals that are harmful to both the planet and your health. They also make responsible and efficient use of water by reviving more sustainable traditional farming techniques.
06
Fair Trade
Fair Trade
Often products imported from far away have lower prices due to the deplorable working conditions of the workers in their country of origin. Buying locally ensures fair trade or, in other words, ethically sourced commerce.
Opening Hours
El Bistro is the longest running family - owned restaurant at La Manga Club Resort. The restaurant is situated at the Heart of La Manga Club, in the prime and central location of Bellaluz, in the Main Plaza – a traffic free and safe environment, easy to navigate with ramp access.
OPEN HOURS | JANUARY > FEBRUARY 2026
Monday > 06:30 pm to 10:30 pm
Tuesday to Saturday > 10:00 am to 03:00 pm + 06:30 pm to 10:30 pm
Sunday (all day) & Monday (morning) > Closed
El Bistro La Manga Club
Originally founded by Miguel Betés, it´s the longest running family - owned restaurant at La Manga Club Resort
Location: Plaza Mayor Bellaluz, La Manga Club, Cartagena 30389