As the holiday season approaches, businesses are preparing for festive feasts and celebrations. While this time of year brings joy and indulgence, it also tends to generate more food waste than usual. At Westminster Commercial Waste Services, we're here to help you manage your food waste responsibly and sustainably.
- Careful planning. When preparing for holiday meals, estimate your numbers accurately and plan your menu and portion sizes accordingly. Consider using a portion planner tool to avoid overbuying and overcooking.
- Proper food storage can significantly extend the life of your ingredients and leftovers. Keep your fridge temperature between 0-5°C, store foods in airtight containers, and freeze suitable items for later use.
- Don't let those holiday meal extras go to waste. Get creative with leftovers by transforming them into new dishes. Turkey can become sandwiches, soups, or pies, while vegetable scraps can be used for a yummy stock. For food waste that can't be consumed, use your food waste caddy for fruit and vegetable peelings, tea bags, and coffee grounds. To set up a food waste collection, visit our page.
- Donate usable food. If you find yourself with unopened, non-perishable items, consider donating to local food banks or community fridges - get in touch and we can connect you to local food banks or online sharing sites. Your excess can become someone else's much-needed meal.
- Use your food waste bin correctly. Line your caddy with liners we provide, and include all cooked and uncooked food waste, including meat and fish. However, avoid putting liquids, packaging, or non-food items in the food waste bin.
- Highlight the benefits to employees. Share tips on how to reduce and properly dispose of food waste and the benefits at home and at work. Get in touch and we can provide you with some easy tips to get you started. After the festivities, remember to check our website for any changes to collection schedules and ensure your food waste is out for collection on the correct day.
If you try these six easy steps, you'll not only reduce your environmental impact but also potentially save money on food purchases. Remember, small changes in how we handle food waste can make a big difference collectively. For more information on food waste collection services or general waste management advice, please visit our website or contact our customer service team.
Let's work together to make this festive season enjoyable and environmentally friendly. Happy holidays from all of us at Westminster Commercial Waste Services!
