{"id":7920,"date":"2024-09-06T14:39:41","date_gmt":"2024-09-06T04:39:41","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/bardonnews.com.au\/?page_id=7920"},"modified":"2024-09-08T06:54:49","modified_gmt":"2024-09-07T20:54:49","slug":"ruffage-wholefoods-in-bardon-wins-big-at-cooper-small-business-awards","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/bardonnews.com.au\/index.php\/ruffage-wholefoods-in-bardon-wins-big-at-cooper-small-business-awards\/","title":{"rendered":"Ruffage Wholefoods in Bardon Wins Big at Cooper Small Business Awards"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p><strong>In its first year of entering the esteemed Cooper Small Business Awards, Ruffage Wholefoods in Bardon has clinched the top spot in the highly competitive Food and Beverage category.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr \/><p class=\"related\"><strong><em>Read: <a href=\"https:\/\/bardonnews.com.au\/index.php\/goodfolk-cafe-a-haven-for-community-and-quality-in-bardon\/\">Goodfolk Cafe: A Haven for Community and Quality in Bardon<\/a><\/em><\/strong><\/p><hr \/>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"536\" src=\"https:\/\/bardonnews.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/OMC-Featured-Images-5-1-1024x536.webp\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-7928\" srcset=\"https:\/\/bardonnews.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/OMC-Featured-Images-5-1-1024x536.webp 1024w, https:\/\/bardonnews.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/OMC-Featured-Images-5-1-300x157.webp 300w, https:\/\/bardonnews.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/OMC-Featured-Images-5-1-768x402.webp 768w, https:\/\/bardonnews.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/OMC-Featured-Images-5-1.webp 1200w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 709px) 85vw, (max-width: 909px) 67vw, (max-width: 1362px) 62vw, 840px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><em>Photo Credit: <\/em><a href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/ruffagewholefoods\"><em>Ruffage Wholefoods\/ Facebook<\/em><\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>The family-run business, led by Glynn, has garnered widespread praise for its exceptional salads, which are described as incredibly healthy and delicious.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The Cooper Small Business Awards, known for recognising outstanding achievements and contributions of local enterprises, serve as a testament to the vibrancy and innovation within the small business community. This year&#8217;s awards saw a record number of entries, highlighting the resilience and dedication of businesses across various industries.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large is-resized\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1440\" height=\"1658\" src=\"https:\/\/bardonnews.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/4-889x1024.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-7929\" style=\"width:632px;height:auto\" srcset=\"https:\/\/bardonnews.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/4-889x1024.jpg 889w, https:\/\/bardonnews.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/4-261x300.jpg 261w, https:\/\/bardonnews.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/4-768x884.jpg 768w, https:\/\/bardonnews.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/4-1334x1536.jpg 1334w, https:\/\/bardonnews.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/4-1200x1382.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/bardonnews.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/4.jpg 1440w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 709px) 85vw, (max-width: 909px) 67vw, (max-width: 1362px) 62vw, 840px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><em>Photo Credit: <\/em><a href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/ruffagewholefoods\"><em>Ruffage Wholefoods\/ Facebook<\/em><\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>It has quickly established itself as a cornerstone of the Bardon community, providing fresh, wholesome food options that cater to various dietary needs. Their commitment to using high-quality, locally sourced ingredients shines through in every dish, from their vibrant salads to their hearty soups and delectable muffins.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The establishment&#8217;s fresh, plant-based options, including DIY soups and salads, have earned rave reviews from customers and the award presenter.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/bardonnews.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/5-1024x1024.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-7930\" srcset=\"https:\/\/bardonnews.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/5-1024x1024.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/bardonnews.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/5-300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/bardonnews.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/5-150x150.jpg 150w, https:\/\/bardonnews.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/5-768x768.jpg 768w, https:\/\/bardonnews.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/5-1200x1200.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/bardonnews.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/5.jpg 1440w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 709px) 85vw, (max-width: 909px) 67vw, (max-width: 1362px) 62vw, 840px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><em>Photo Credit: <\/em><a href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/ruffagewholefoods\"><em>Ruffage Wholefoods\/ Facebook<\/em><\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>One customer, Patricia, hailed them as having &#8216;the best salads in Brisbane.&#8217; At the same time, Melissa lauded not only the fantastic food but also the community-minded spirit and affordable prices Ruffage embodies.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<iframe src=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/plugins\/post.php?href=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.facebook.com%2Fjontyforcooper%2Fposts%2Fpfbid025zpcTqrs4kvn4tgfVDSZ4ak5WQAC2cuLSVGMcASpLpYM3PKkz4U37Y2agbntaG8l&#038;show_text=true&#038;width=500\" width=\"500\" height=\"571\" style=\"border:none;overflow:hidden\" scrolling=\"no\" frameborder=\"0\" allowfullscreen=\"true\" allow=\"autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; picture-in-picture; web-share\"><\/iframe>\n\n\n\n<hr \/><p class=\"related\"><strong><em>Read: <a href=\"https:\/\/bardonnews.com.au\/index.php\/bardons-fairy-house-continues-invite-beguile\/\">The Enchanting Fairy House of Bardon Continues to Captivate<\/a><\/em><\/strong><\/p><hr \/>\n\n\n\n<p>Ruffage Wholefoods, located at 64 MacGregor Terrace in Bardon, is a must-visit for salad enthusiasts and those seeking wholesome, plant-based fare.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<iframe src=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/maps\/embed?pb=!1m18!1m12!1m3!1d3540.3514447558323!2d152.98160508684626!3d-27.458316055166264!2m3!1f0!2f0!3f0!3m2!1i1024!2i768!4f13.1!3m3!1m2!1s0x6b9150cb75f0fd1d%3A0xaa4e904c4de01157!2s64%20MacGregor%20Terrace%2C%20Bardon%20QLD%204065%2C%20Australia!5e0!3m2!1sen!2sph!4v1725463352565!5m2!1sen!2sph\" width=\"600\" height=\"450\" style=\"border:0;\" allowfullscreen=\"\" loading=\"lazy\" referrerpolicy=\"no-referrer-when-downgrade\"><\/iframe>\n\n\n\n<p><em>Published Date 04-September-2024<\/em><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>In its first year of entering the esteemed Cooper Small Business Awards, Ruffage Wholefoods in Bardon has clinched the top spot in the highly competitive Food and Beverage category. 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