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Fork to Future:
Hospitality Heroes Championing Zero Waste Food

In the vibrant world of hospitality, the aroma of delicious food should never be overshadowed by the spectre of wasted resources. Thankfully, a growing chorus of businesses is tuning out the unsustainable food-waste symphony and playing a triumphant zero-waste anthem. Let's raise a glass (made from recycled bottles, of course) to some inspiring initiatives shaking up the industry.

1. Composting for Change:

Toast Ale:

This London brewery collects leftover bread (enough to fill eight double-decker buses annually!) from local cafes and transforms it into delicious, sustainable beer. Talk about giving waste the golden touch!

Winnow:

This tech-powered champion uses smart scales to track food waste in kitchens, saving restaurants an average of 50% on discarded food. Less waste, more profit, and a lighter environmental footprint – a triple win!

2. Sharing is Caring:

Karma:

This app connects restaurants with customers looking for last-minute deals on surplus food. It's a win-win, reducing waste and offering delicious discounts. Remember, leftovers are just ingredients waiting to be reinvented!

One Planet Restaurants:

One Planet Restaurants, Global: This initiative promotes restaurants and hotels committed to sourcing sustainably, reducing food waste, and supporting local communities. From farm to fork, they're fostering a responsible dining ecosystem.

3. Upcycling the Unexpected:

Too Good To Go:

 This app partners with businesses to sell unsold food at the end of the day at discounted prices. Think fresh bread, pastries, and salads – a feast for the senses and a benefit for wallets and the planet.

Saving the Planet, One Plate at a Time:

These are just a few examples of the hospitality industry's inspiring shift towards zero-waste food. From clever tech solutions to creative upcycling, the message is clear: delicious food and environmental responsibility can go hand-in-hand. By supporting these pioneers and adopting their best practices, we can all savour the future of a sustainable, waste-free dining experience.


Interested in how you can turn your business in to one of these green super heros? A composting plan for your business is a great place to start – and we can help. Check out of range of composters and give us a call to get started. 

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