AU VERT G

Au Vert G is an organic food store in Boncelles, near Liège, founded by Jérôme Gribomont in June 2010. It was created to bring together organic products and fair, ethical sourcing in one place, with a strong emphasis on quality, local supply, and lower-impact consumption. The shop serves everyday shoppers looking for fresh produce, pantry staples, specialty foods, and practical household and personal-care items. Its positioning is clearly rooted in bio, bulk, and sustainable retail: it aims to support local producers and small structures, while helping customers buy in the right quantities and reduce waste. Over time, Au Vert G has expanded beyond a simple grocery concept into a broader community-oriented food shop, with prepared baskets, DIY guidance, recipes, and plans for workshops and training activities. Key Offerings Fresh organic produce : A wide selection of certified organic fruits and vegetables, with a preference for seasonal and locally sourced items whenever possible. Bulk grocery staples : Bulk dry goods such as nuts, dried fruit, seeds, spices, pasta, rice, cereals, legumes, muesli, chocolate, coffee, olive oil, and natural household ingredients. Cheese and charcuterie counter : Cut-to-order cheeses and cured meats, plus vegetarian alternatives such as vegetable burgers, cheese fondues, and savory spreads. Bakery corner : Daily breads and pastries from partner bakers, including sourdough and specialty loaves made with spelt, wheat, rye, einkorn, kamut, or buckwheat. Natural hygiene and wellness products : Oils, hydrosols, essential oils, and ready-to-use clean-label products for body, face, hair, and personal care, sold loose or packaged. Natural cleaning products : Bulk and ready-to-use household cleaning products, along with ingredients and advice for making homemade cleaners. Wine, beer, and local spirits : A selection of wines, Belgian beers, and spirits produced in the Liège area. Custom baskets and gift options : Fruit-and-vegetable baskets, gift baskets, cheese or raclette platters, aperitif platters, and gift vouchers. Core Values Organic quality : The store promotes high-quality organic food and makes certified organic produce a central part of its offer. Local sourcing : It prioritizes local producers and Belgian suppliers whenever possible, especially for fresh produce and specialty items. Environmental responsibility : Reducing waste, limiting packaging, and encouraging bulk purchasing are recurring themes in the shop’s philosophy. Ethical commerce : The company was founded on the idea of combining organic food with fair and ethical trade, while supporting small structures that respect people and the environment. Practical sustainability : Au Vert G focuses on solutions customers can actually use, from bulk shopping to homemade cleaning and DIY personal care. Unique Aspects Founded from a dual bio-and-fair-trade vision : Jérôme Gribomont opened the shop in 2010 specifically to combine organic food with ethical and fair-trade principles in one retail space. Strong regional producer network : The store highlights long-standing relationships with producers around Liège, including nearby farms and cooperatives supplying vegetables, dairy, bread, beer, and other products. Bulk-first, low-waste retail model : Customers are encouraged to bring their own containers, buy in the right quantities, and use bulk options across groceries, cleaning products, and some personal-care items. Community and DIY orientation : Beyond retail, the company offers recipes, mini DIY workshops in-store, and plans for a dedicated space for meetings, training, and workshops. Ferme de Beauregard project : Au Vert G is linked to the creation of Ferme de Beauregard, a cooperative market-garden project in the Boncelles/Esneux area initiated by Jérôme Gribomont to supply local organic vegetables.