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How can coffee shops reduce single-use cup waste? 

Perfect Daily Grind

As more and more countries implement bans on single-use cups and plastics , we’ve seen the number of biodegradable, compostable, and recyclable alternatives increase. A 2017 report from the UK’s House of Commons Environmental Audit Committee found that only one in 400 single-use cups are properly recycled in the UK.

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Coffee News Recap, 16 Dec: ICO lowers coffee consumption growth forecast to 1% to 2% until 2030, CEPEA says more rainfall needed in Brazil for successful 2022/23 harvest & other stories

Perfect Daily Grind

Decafino compostable pouches are made from plant-based polylactic acid plastic, and include food-grade seaweed extract and natural minerals. Scharrer has previously served as Managing Director of Starbucks Coffee Trading Company. Tue, 6 Dec – Chamberlain Coffee launches commercial-compostable coffee pods.

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We Should All Be Eating More Rabbit

EATER

I had bought that bunny on a whim to serve to my COVID-19 pod at our rental house. Rabbits have such a small footprint on our world, and the manure is great for compost for our garden,” says Lisa Webster, co-owner of Maine’s North Star Sheep Farm , where the Vermont Butcher Shop sources its rabbits.

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MRM Research Roundup: Mid-December 2019 Edition

Modern Restaurant Management

The Index examines the digital ordering strategies best serving restaurants as they grow sales and engage with customers. In fact, quality impacts the entire dining experience, including how well equipment functions and ultimately supports the staff’s ability to efficiently serve its guests.” Find the full report here.

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How to Reduce Food Waste in Restaurants: 16 Practical Tips

Touch Bistro

For example, if your new line cook gets a little too enthusiastic on the grill and burns a steak that can no longer be served, this is pre-consumer waste. We hope you brought your appetite to this party, because in 2017, the average restaurant portion size in the U.S. Compost Whenever Possible.

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Best Summer Cocktail Trends of 2019

Lavu

Simplified presentations where “the liquid, the ice and the vessel are left to do the talking ,”reminiscent of the highball trend from 2017. At your bar, try serving less extravagant garnishes and more reduced, elegant cocktail presentations.

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The Top 10 U.S. Food Vendors: Do you know everything you should about your restaurant food vendors?

Marketman

The quality of the food you serve ensures diners keep your tables packed. FSA fully supports products grown or manufactured within the areas served by their distribution centers , including Alaska, Oregon, Idaho, Washington and California to name a few. They want to know what chemicals were applied to fruits and vegetables.