Ekivrac

Ekivrac is a local grocery and pre-order shop based in Braine-le-Comte, Belgium, focused on fresh, organic, and nearby products. The store presents itself as a practical neighborhood alternative to supermarkets, with a curated selection that changes with the seasons and highlights the people behind the products. The company serves customers who want simpler, more responsible shopping without giving up quality or convenience. Its model combines online pre-ordering with in-store pickup and payment, making it easy to reserve selected items in advance and collect them at the shop. Ekivrac positions itself around proximity, transparency, and careful sourcing. It emphasizes clear product information, close relationships with producers, and an offer that reflects seasonal availability and local craftsmanship. Key Offerings Fresh, local and organic groceries : A curated assortment of products chosen for quality, proximity, and seasonality. The shop highlights fresh items and gives priority to organic products where possible. Pre-order pickup service : Customers can order online, have the shop prepare the order, and then collect and pay in store. This is the core service model for the products currently available through Ekivrac. Specialty breads and pastries : Ekivrac offers pre-order bakery items from partners such as So’ Bake It, including gluten-free breads, viennoiseries, cakes, and tarts. Local bread selection : The shop also presents local breads from Fleure Bon Le Pain, with online availability announced as coming soon. Core Values Proximity : Ekivrac values nearby producers and artisans, and seeks to make their work more visible to customers. The shop frames closeness as both geographic and relational. Seasonality : The assortment is designed to follow the seasons, harvests, and availability, so the offer evolves throughout the year. Quality and care : Products are selected attentively, with an emphasis on good ingredients, clear composition, and trustworthy sourcing. Sustainability : The company promotes a more responsible way of shopping through local sourcing, organic products, and a pre-order model that helps match quantities to real demand. Unique Aspects Neighborhood pre-order model : Ekivrac combines online ordering with in-store pickup and payment, creating a simple local shopping flow rather than a traditional full-service supermarket experience. Producer visibility : The shop explicitly introduces the artisans and growers behind its products, turning sourcing into part of the customer experience. Strong focus on gluten-free bakery partners : So’ Bake It is featured prominently with a wide range of gluten-free breads and pastries available by pre-order. Open seven days a week : The Braine-le-Comte store operates daily, with extended opening hours that support convenient pickup for local customers.