BLOG: ECO-FRIENDLY CATERING

Easter celebrates new life and renewal in nature. This spring season, help maintain the integrity of the environment and allow natural life to flourish by choosing natural and compostable consumables.Eco-friendly Easter eggs The link between chocolate and Easter is firmly established, but chocolate eggs often come with unnecessary packaging. Many ethical brands use reduced packaging, and aim to be organic and less wasteful. Well-known chocolate brands may also use palm oil, which is a … read more

As climate change and plastic pollution harm the environment, living more sustainably will help prevent further damage and conserve resources.Sustainable style Mass-produced fast fashion is made from synthetic materials, which are cheap to manufacture. However, the artificial fibres release plastic particles into the environment when washed. Choose clothing made from natural fibres, such as organic cotton, or innovative materials such as wood-pulp based Tencel. Mending and … read more

Plastic waste is often highlighted in environmental news. As we’re often encouraged to reduce our usage of plastic products, knowing why plastic is damaging can inform decisions and help educate others to make more sustainable choices.Why is plastic harmful?Plastics are mostly made from fossil fuels such as natural gas or oil. Calls for more sustainable practices have led to some plastics manufactured from renewable materials, such as corn or cotton. However, these aren’t necessarily less … read more

Hosting a baby shower is a great way to create lasting memories, so why not opt for an eco-friendly celebration? Play your part in making sure baby grows up in a healthy and happier world.Choosing a sustainable theme Go for something that will compliment eco-friendly decorations and tableware, such as compostable plates and bowls. Some ideas that work well include going ‘hoopla’ with Hawaiian, natural ‘Nordic’, or even a wild ‘safari’ theme. Eco-friendly invitations Let your guests know … read more

Small sustainable choices made during each food shop can contribute to a significant decrease in your environmental footprint.Bring your own waste-saving items to the shops Keep reusable fabric shopping and produce bags with you to avoid single-use bags. An easy sustainable option, this reduces waste and means supermarkets need to supply fewer bags. Paper has less of an impact than plastic, but dyes can still pollute the environment. The material also doesn’t biodegrade in landfill. … read more