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How can coffee shops reduce single-use cup waste? 

Perfect Daily Grind

As they’re difficult to recycle, we can also conclude most of these cups end up going to landfill, where they contribute to a growing waste problem. You may also like our article on why recycling single-use coffee cups is so difficult. Can you recycle single-use cups? Read on to learn more about what they had to tell me.

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Protecting the Planet and Profits

Modern Restaurant Management

When considering the transport element, the method of transport is more significant than distance travelled and avoiding food that has been air-freighted will have the most significant travel-based impact. Beef in particular has a very high carbon footprint relative to other meats, emitting 60 kg of carbon for every kg of beef.

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Emerging from COVID With a More Sustainable Approach

Modern Restaurant Management

Disruptions in processing, as well as transportation, have created numerous problems for restaurant owners across the country. It’s also a more environmentally friendly endeavor as it doesn’t rely as much on large forms of transportation. Consumer demands have also caused a shortage of certain items, especially meats.

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Our Favorite Cute (Yet Practical!) Picnic Blankets for a Summer of Outdoor Eating

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And while any stained duvet or couch throw will do the job in theory, a new generation of picnic blankets focuses on actual utility in addition to aesthetics, with construction that prioritizes waterproofing, wipe-it-off cleaning, pet-proofing and toss-over-your-shoulder transportability. Here are a few of our favorites.

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How is the home espresso machine market evolving?

Perfect Daily Grind

However, while both are influenced by wider espresso machine design trends, home models have also evolved in their own way. Its easy-to-use interface and ergonomic solutions were designed to open the doors to coffee amateurs and experienced enthusiasts alike,” she says. Design: Keeping machines sleek and compact.

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How Packaging Can Be Leveraged To Preserve Food Quality And Marketing Your Ghost Kitchen

The Restaurant Times

The material, design, quality of packaging, and how it is handled plays a vital role in communicating your brand values to customers. Famous brands like Faasos and Box8 use food-grade plastic containers with lid wraps that are recyclable, microwave-safe, and ensure proper presentation. . The Role Of Proper Packaging In Food Delivery

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Setting Up A Sustainable Food Truck In 2021

The Restaurant Times

It is a better option to rely on local vendors to build a sustainable supply chain as opposed to getting raw materials transported from far-off places. This procurement strategy not only cuts down on the transportation cost but also rids the raw materials from the preservatives added to keep the raw materials fresh.