Eat Local First Orlando

we believe it's time for us all to stand up and do what we believe is right. let's get moving in the right direction. we don't need to hope or wish or wait for politicians and policymakers to make a change for us. the biggest difference we can all truly make is with our purses and wallets. where we spend our money dictates the market...not the other way around. let's be deliberate with our purchasing power and harness it to foster growth and prosperity in our community. what we want to see less of, we simply have to stop buying and it will disappear. working together is the only way anything will change for the better. let's get started. focusing on local food makes 'cents'. restaurants in florida are a driving force in the state’s economy. restaurants are the second largest private employer in the entire country, and roughly 11% of all private employment in our state is by restaurants. they provide jobs and build careers for thousands of people. their sales generate tremendous local t