The Mercado Central brings together producers and traders from across Minas Gerais selling artisanal cheeses, cachaca, sweets, coffee, herbs and produce directly to shoppers. Buying from these vendors supports family farms and the states rich food traditions while shortening the supply chain. A cornerstone of Belo Horizonte life, the market is one of the most authentic and sustainable ways to experience and support the celebrated food culture and rural producers of Minas Gerais.