The 7 Day Eat “Everything” Local Challenge

by Maggie on September 2, 2025

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Harvest is in full-swing and I’m once again inspired to eat as much as I can from my own backyard. As I’m sure you are too! But why not take it a step further this season? Why not challenge ourselves to consume only local vegetables, fruit, grains, protein, drinks, snacks, condiments…the list goes on. Are you in? I hope so! Because this is the official kick-off to ‘The From Soil to Soul 7 Day Eat “Everything” Local Challenge.’ Keep reading for the rules and a link to my free food tracker printout to help keep track of what you’re eating. Plus submit your completed food tracker at the end for a chance to win 1 of 2 $100 gift cards to The Farmer’s Kitchen Grocery Store. I hope you’ll join me on this journey.

Welcome To ‘The 7 Day Eat “Everything” Local Challenge’

In the wake of the new “Product of Canada” labels now found on grocery store food items, most of us have found ourselves thinking differently about what goes in our cart.

And while the “trade war” has created devastating challenges for many businesses, it’s also inspired consumers to shop local more than ever.

‘The 7 Day Eat “Everything” Local Challenge’ is another way to encourage Canadians to continue this movement.

And at one of the most exciting time of the year for foodies….

Fall harvest!

Whether you’re a fellow Manitoban or a neighbour to our province, the abundance of locally grown food at this time of the year is remarkable.

Especially for a country that will be in a deep freeze in a few short months….(sorry, I said it).

So if this sounds enticing to you, keep reading for more info on how to participate!

How Does ‘The 7 Day Eat “Everything” Local Challenge’ Work?

*Download our free printable guide linked here to track your progress in the challenge.*

The Goal:

It’s simple. Support local & celebrate harvest season!

Consume food & drinks exclusively grown, produced and manufactured where you live. This includes everything from produce to protein, grains to beverages, snacks to condiments and more.

The Rules:

Track your meals for 7 days during the month of September using our point system. Compete with friends and family to see who can rack up the most points.

This challenge can be started at any point. But keep in mind, that a variety of local produce may be more difficult to access as the month goes on.

Point System:

Local Fruit & Vegetables…………………………………………………+2
Local Protein (fish, meat, eggs, dairy)………………………+3
Local Plant-Based Protein……………………………………………..+4
Local Packaged Goods (grains, snacks, beverages)………………………….+2
Local Restaurant/Café……………….+1
Local Condiments (spices, dips, sauces)…………………+2
Out of Province Food Item……………………………………………-1
U.S. Imported Food Item……………………………………………….-3
Over Seas Imported Food Item………………………………….-5

How To Win:

At the end of September 2025, we will select two challenge participants with the highest points on their food tracker to each win a $100 gift card to The Farmer’s Kitchen, a local Manitoba grocery store carrying locally sourced fresh and packaged foods.

To be entered to win, send a photo of your completed challenge print-out to [email protected].

The winners will be contacted via email.

Download our free at home printable to track your meals & points!

Download here

Our Guide To Locally Produced Manitoba Foods

We understand not everyone has a food garden at home to harvest from (though if you’re wanting to, definitely check out the other blogs we have to get started).

So to help you during the challenge, we’ve put together our very own guide to eating locally in Manitoba.

This post covers everything from locally produced fruits and veggies, to packaged food items, alcoholic beverages, restaurants and more.

Read our local mb food guide

Get Inspired To Cook With Our Manitoba-Focused Recipes

*Pictured: Quick Marinaded Garlic Scapes with Miso Glaze*

And there you have it!

Join me over on Instagram as I’ll be participating in the challenge throughout the entire month of September!

I’ll be sharing recipes and what I’m eating on stories.

Feel free to leave a comment below with your thoughts and ideas on the challenge! I respond to all comments. And love hearing from you.