Sunday, May 22, 2016

Join us to celebrate World Fair Trade Day 2016!





For the occasion of World Fair Trade Day and its 10 years of commitment, Fair Trade Lebanon is organizing, under the patronage of HE M. Michel Pharaon, minister of tourism, and with the support of the US Middle-East Partnership Initiative (MEPI), a unique day to discover authentic rural delights and traditions at St Georges’ convent in Roumiyeh, Qleyat, on the 5th of June from 12 PM until 5 PM.

The program of the day includes a traditional open buffet made by cooperatives and Sofil Catering, live preparation of mouneh, hiking and many other activities for all the family.

This awareness raising day for the principles of Fair Trade is part of a worldwide campaign coordinated by Fairtrade International and relayed by fair trade actors from more than 80 countries.

Reserve your places by calling 05 952 153, come many and don’t forget your walking shoes!

Tickets are on sale at the entrance of the event and at the premises of Fair Trade Lebanon (Hourani Center, St Elie Street, 2nd floor, Hazmieh, Beirut).

Tickets prices:
50 USD per adult (buffet and drinks).
20 USD per youngster under 18 years (buffet and drinks).
Free entrance for kids under 8 years.

Event organized by: Fair Trade Lebanon, member of the World Fair Trade Organization (WFTO).
Under the patronage of: HE M. Michel Pharaon, minister of tourism.
Supported by: US Middle-East Partnership Initiative (MEPI).
Partners: CIRDIC, Atayeb Al Rif Cooperative and Sofil Catering.

Wednesday, May 18, 2016

Fair Trade Lebanon au Marché Solidaire De Printemps


Fair Trade Lebanon sera présent à la 4ème édition du Marché Solidaire De Printemps organisé par l’Institut Français du Liban du 18 au 21 mai 2016.

Du 18 au 20 mai: 10h à 20h.
Samedi 21 mai: 10h à 16h.

On vous y attend nombreux!


Wednesday, May 4, 2016

FTL celebrating the Lebanese Week at Carrefour



The Lebanese Week, organized by Carrefour supermarket, is all about the promotion of local and traditional products.
In addition to selling its whole range of products at Carrefour, Terroirs du Liban, a brand by Fair Trade Lebanon, is proud to announce its participation at the “Lebanese Week” taking place from April 29th to May 9th at Carrefour with a special program throughout the period.
Our partner cooperative from Qanah, Southern Lebanon, will be present at the event to prepare and sell a large selection of daily delicious saj; some of the featured saj fillings are: Wild Zaatar, Goat Keshek, Goat Labneh, Bakleh with tomato and the exceptional Middle-Eastern hot sauce “Shatta”, a must-try!
Our participation at the event is supported by the US Middle-East Partnership Initiative (MEPI), under the SOFAIR project, which aims to support local and rural economy by accompanying 14 women's cooperatives and 8 small food-processing units. The place of women within these communities is strengthened thanks to the promotion of their involvement in the creation of added value.

Dates: From April 29th until May 9th.
Location: Carrefour – City Center, Beirut.
For more information, please call us on: +961 5 952153.

See you there!