Healthy habits, Healthy Eating, Menu Planning

From Farmer to Fork: Why Food Sourcing Matters

Arpie Mikayelyan
9 July 2025

🌱 Quality Starts at the Source

The fresher the ingredient, the better the taste. But there’s more to it than flavor.

  • Local ingredients often have higher nutritional value because they’re harvested closer to peak ripeness.
  • Fewer middlemen = less processing and fewer preservatives.
  • You support local farmers and transparent supply chains.

Imported produce can travel thousands of miles and sit in storage for days. That doesn’t just affect taste—it impacts your body, too.

Local vs Imported: What’s the Real Difference?

It’s not just a trend—it’s a choice with real consequences.

  • Local: More nutrients, less carbon footprint, supports Armenian farmers
  • Imported: Often picked early, ripened artificially, and packaged for travel

Seasonal and local doesn’t just mean “fresh”—it means food with a story you can trust.

Why Sourcing Is a Climate Issue Too

Food production is one of the biggest drivers of carbon emissions.
And transportation? A major part of that footprint.

Choosing locally sourced, seasonal ingredients:

  • Reduces transportation emissions
  • Supports regenerative agriculture
  • Cuts down on packaging waste

Every meal you cook with mastro is a small win for the planet.

Mastro’s Promise: Fresh, Thoughtful Ingredients

At mastro, we’re committed to sourcing local, seasonal ingredients whenever possible.

We work with trusted farms and small producers to bring you:

  • Cleaner food (less additives, more nutrients)
  • Better taste and texture
  • A more sustainable food system

We don’t just deliver ingredients. We deliver intention.

A Little Extra: Premium Picks for Foodies

Some weeks, you want to keep things simple.
Other weeks, you want a little something more.

That’s why mastro offers premium meals and specialty products—from hand-cut meats and artisan cheeses to seasonal chef’s picks.

You’ll see them clearly marked in your menu, so you can add a treat or two to elevate your week.

  • Want to try that limited-edition seafood pasta?
  • Craving a rich mushroom risotto with truffle oil?

Now you can—with no extra effort.

Choose what fits your week, your cravings, and your mood.

Ready to Taste the Difference?

The next time you cook with mastro, know this:You're not just feeding yourself—you’re supporting a better way to eat.