Embrace a Heartfelt Holiday with a Grown and Gathered Christmas in Scenic Rim

Ho, ho, ho! Cheerful parents, are you on the lookout for a delightful twist to your traditional holiday gifting? It’s time to swap the sleigh bells for the rustle of homegrown delicacies! The Scenic Rim region is beckoning you to celebrate Christmas with a bounty that’s lovingly grown or gathered by local hands. Adorn your festive season with gifts that not only warm the heart but also support the local farming community.

Imagine the twinkle in your little one’s eyes as they unwrap a package of delectable chocolates, superb cheeses, or even a scoop of freshly churned ice cream, all originating from the verdant hills and lush pastures of the Scenic Rim. Replacing your holiday shopping with locally sourced produce isn’t just a gift to your family; it’s a gift to the passionate farmers who cultivate these sumptuous treats.

A Bounty of Delights at the Farm Gate to City Door Twilight Markets

Set your calendars, dear friends! This Friday from 5 pm to 8 pm, the Farm Gate to City Door Twilight Markets at the Breakfast Creek Lifestyle Precinct will showcase an array of regional treasures. Picture your taste buds dancing with joy as you sample the offerings from the region’s renowned producers.

For an indulgent twist, Tommerup Dairy Farm will unveil their exquisite new Barney Creek Port and Dark Chocolate Ice Cream, a festive treat available exclusively this Christmas.

The Famous Scenic Rim Farm Box Delivers!

Not able to attend the markets? Do not fret! The Scenic Rim Farm Box, an initiative born during the pandemic, is your go-to online farmers market, now delivering over $3.8 million in regional produce! The Leave (Christmas) to Us Farm Box, launching today, is bursting with farm-fresh ingredients accompanied by a collection of holiday recipes from acclaimed local chefs.

“Our aim is to alleviate holiday stress while providing meaningful support to our community of local growers, producers, and artisans,” explains Alice Gorman from the Scenic Rim Farm Box. This Christmas, why not delight in preparing Simon Furley’s Pumpkin Ham Glaze or Caroline Jones’ sublime Potato & Green Bean Salad?

Australia’s Farmer of the Year Champions Local Gifting

Kay Tommerup, a proud innovator in farming from Tommerup’s Dairy Farm, implores us all: “Choose gifts that showcase the dedication and pride of our local farmers instead of turning to overseas options. You’ll be giving a gift that truly captures the essence of Christmas.”

Whether you’re filling stockings or preparing a Christmas feast, your choices can echo the spirit of the holidays and give back to the community that grows the food we love.

Ready to spread joy with homegrown goodness? Here’s how to join the Grown and Gathered Christmas celebration:

Celebrate with a Custom Farm Box: Craft the perfect festive surprise with a personalized Farm Box. Browse the possibilities and place your order at scenicrimfarmbox.com.au.
Savor the Special Ham: Secure your Christmas ham lovingly cured using a family recipe passed down through generations. Pre-order now for delivery right to your doorstep by visiting Kalbar’s Neuendorf Family.
More Local Delights: For further inspiration on buying local this Christmas, with many options including delivery, click here.
Eat Local Year-Round: Discover how to support local farmers throughout the year at eatlocalmonth.com.au.

So come on, let’s cozy up to the idea of presents with presence! By choosing to have a Grown and Gathered Christmas, not only will your celebrations taste better, but they’ll feel better too. After all, isn’t that what the holiday spirit is all about?

Supporting local farmers, producers and growers this Christmas

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