A heavenly haven for grocery shoppers: Saints Foodland wins world’s best supermarket award!
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In the heart of north-east Adelaide, a local supermarket has achieved what many would consider the pinnacle of retail success.
Saints Road Foodland in Salisbury Plains has been crowned the world's best independent grocer, a title that resonates with pride not just within its walls, but throughout the entire South Australian community.
This remarkable achievement has put the spotlight on what makes Saints Foodland stand out in a global market teeming with competition.
The Independent Grocers Alliance (IGA) Awards of Excellence, held on March 11, saw Saints Foodland rise above 6,000 IGA-affiliated stores from over 30 countries to claim the prestigious International Retailer of the Year award.
This accolade is a testament to the store's commitment to excellence since its opening in 2019 as part of the South Australian Foodland chain.
But what exactly catapults a supermarket to such heights of recognition?
For Saints Foodland, it's a combination of factors that resonate deeply with its customers.
The store has become a beloved community hub, known for its high-quality South Australian produce and exceptional customer service.
The supermarket's Director, Spero Tsapaliaris, and Foodland Chief Executive, Franklin dos Santos, who both attended the awards ceremony in Las Vegas, expressed immense pride in this achievement, which ‘puts Foodland IGA on the global stage’.
‘Saints Road Foodland is more than just a supermarket, it’s a destination, Mr dos Santos said.
‘When you think about the world’s best supermarkets you think about all the bells and whistles of the finest quality fresh produce... [and] an abundance of variety and first-class service.’
‘This globally recognised store has all of that and more,’ he added.
Mr dos Santos emphasised that the store's primary objective is to offer customers a ‘unique shopping experience’ and introduce a ‘foodie enthusiast paradise’ to the north Adelaide area.
‘What you don't necessarily think about are all the details on top of that that contribute to make the store extra special,’ he stated.
‘The Saints Foodland store is seamlessly efficient and environmentally friendly, which in this day and age is a necessity.’
The store's recent accolades during the Australian IGA awards for 2023, including National Retailer, National Large Store, and National Large Grocery and General Merchandise Department of the Year, are further proof of its commitment to excellence.
The international title, which has been held by Australian stores for several years, with Ritchies IGA in Maclean and the Chapley family's other store in Adelaide's Frewville winning in the past, showcases the high standards of Australian independent supermarkets.
Recently, another South Australian industry was also recognised worldwide after winning a prestigious award in Germany.
Meanwhile, an Australian supermarket brand also won in the recent 2024 Golden Bean Awards World Series.
Have you visited Saints Foodland or another local supermarket that goes above and beyond? What makes your local store special to you? Join the conversation in the comments below and let's celebrate the local businesses that make our communities thrive.
Saints Road Foodland in Salisbury Plains has been crowned the world's best independent grocer, a title that resonates with pride not just within its walls, but throughout the entire South Australian community.
This remarkable achievement has put the spotlight on what makes Saints Foodland stand out in a global market teeming with competition.
The Independent Grocers Alliance (IGA) Awards of Excellence, held on March 11, saw Saints Foodland rise above 6,000 IGA-affiliated stores from over 30 countries to claim the prestigious International Retailer of the Year award.
This accolade is a testament to the store's commitment to excellence since its opening in 2019 as part of the South Australian Foodland chain.
Saints Road Foodland in South Australia was named the IGA International Retailer of the Year. Credits: Facebook / Saints Foodland
But what exactly catapults a supermarket to such heights of recognition?
For Saints Foodland, it's a combination of factors that resonate deeply with its customers.
The store has become a beloved community hub, known for its high-quality South Australian produce and exceptional customer service.
The supermarket's Director, Spero Tsapaliaris, and Foodland Chief Executive, Franklin dos Santos, who both attended the awards ceremony in Las Vegas, expressed immense pride in this achievement, which ‘puts Foodland IGA on the global stage’.
‘Saints Road Foodland is more than just a supermarket, it’s a destination, Mr dos Santos said.
‘When you think about the world’s best supermarkets you think about all the bells and whistles of the finest quality fresh produce... [and] an abundance of variety and first-class service.’
‘This globally recognised store has all of that and more,’ he added.
Mr dos Santos emphasised that the store's primary objective is to offer customers a ‘unique shopping experience’ and introduce a ‘foodie enthusiast paradise’ to the north Adelaide area.
‘What you don't necessarily think about are all the details on top of that that contribute to make the store extra special,’ he stated.
‘The Saints Foodland store is seamlessly efficient and environmentally friendly, which in this day and age is a necessity.’
The store's recent accolades during the Australian IGA awards for 2023, including National Retailer, National Large Store, and National Large Grocery and General Merchandise Department of the Year, are further proof of its commitment to excellence.
The international title, which has been held by Australian stores for several years, with Ritchies IGA in Maclean and the Chapley family's other store in Adelaide's Frewville winning in the past, showcases the high standards of Australian independent supermarkets.
Recently, another South Australian industry was also recognised worldwide after winning a prestigious award in Germany.
Meanwhile, an Australian supermarket brand also won in the recent 2024 Golden Bean Awards World Series.
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