CABAS

Cabas is a Brussels-based cooperative of producers, artisans, and citizens focused on local, seasonal food. It operates as an economy-social project that connects small-scale producers directly with consumers and professionals, with the aim of building a fairer food system that respects both people and the land. The cooperative serves private customers, professionals in Brussels, and social structures. It offers a market in Ixelles, online ordering, and direct supply channels that help local producers sell their goods without intermediaries while giving customers access to quality products at accessible prices. Key Offerings Producer market in Ixelles : A physical market where individuals can shop for seasonal, local food directly from producers, including fruit and vegetables, dairy, meat, bakery items, bulk goods, and groceries. Online grocery shopping : An e-shop for customers who prefer to order remotely, with home delivery available for orders above a stated minimum. Professional supply service : A direct ordering and delivery service for Brussels-based shops and horeca businesses looking for local products with traceability. Social-structure food supply : A distribution channel through which Cabas delivers local products to social organizations working with people in financial hardship. Producer network and sourcing : A curated selection of Belgian producers and artisans, plus direct sourcing for products not made in Belgium such as spices, almonds, fish preserves, citrus, coffee, and some Italian products. Core Values Local and seasonal food : Cabas promotes food produced close to home, with a strong emphasis on seasonal availability and small-scale farming. Fair remuneration : The cooperative aims to ensure producers receive a dignified income and that distribution costs are shared efficiently. Solidarity and inclusion : Cabas seeks to make quality food accessible to everyone, including through support for social structures and student discounts. Respect for people and the environment : Its stated commitments include environmentally respectful production methods and working conditions that defend local producers. Democratic governance : The cooperative is built on social-economy principles, with participation and collective decision-making at its core. Unique Aspects Social-economy cooperative model : Cabas is organized as a non-profit cooperative where producers, workers, and citizens participate in governance and strategic direction. Direct producer-to-customer channels : The cooperative reduces intermediaries, helping mutualize distribution costs while preserving quality and fair pricing. Brussels market plus B2B supply : It combines a consumer market in Ixelles with professional supply and social-structure delivery, giving it multiple routes to market. Awarded social-economy recognition : Cabas states that it received the Brussels social-economy prize in 2024 for its social impact and work since its creation in 2020. Growing local network : The company says it works with around a hundred small producers and has expanded from professional sales into a public market and cooperative membership model.