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Choosing the right coffee cup sizes for your café isn’t just about preference, it’s about efficiency, cost control, storage space, and customer expectations. Stock too many sizes and you increase complexity. Stock too few and you risk frustrating customers or limiting your menu. It’s also important not to confuse compostable with biodegradable , they’re not the same thing. If you’re using compostable coffee cups , there’s also the added consideration of sleeves, disposal guid

When people think about compostable packaging, they usually think about one thing: what happens after it’s thrown away. Composting matters, but it’s only part of the picture. What’s often missed is that compostable packaging is designed to avoid several of the biggest problems associated with traditional plastic long before disposal even comes into play . From what it doesn’t  leave behind, to what it replaces, to how it behaves in everyday use, compostable packaging offers b

A Clear Guide for UK Homes and Businesses Compostable packaging is becoming the go-to choice for cafés, takeaways, meal-prep kitchens and eco-conscious households. But one question appears again and again: “How long does this actually take to break down?” The truth is that compostable packaging and compostable kitchen products like bin liners, cling film and resealable bags, don’t all decompose at the same speed. This confusion is often made worse by the misunderstanding arou

Compostable packaging has become a must-have for cafés, takeaways, food trucks and eco-conscious households, but many people are still unsure what happens to these materials once they’re used. One of the biggest points of confusion is PLA-lined paper packaging: products like compostable cups, sturdy kraft takeaway boxes, paper lids, and food containers that use a thin plant-based lining to make them leakproof and heat-resistant. So, is PLA-lined paper packaging really compost

If you’ve ever been confused by the terms biodegradable  and compostable , you’re not alone. They’re often used as if they mean the same thing, but in reality, there’s a big difference. Many products labelled biodegradable  aren’t as planet-friendly as they sound, while compostable  packaging is held to strict environmental standards. Knowing the difference can help you make better choices for your business, your household, and the planet. Let’s break it down clearly. The Big

If you’ve started using a food waste caddy under the UK’s new Simpler Recycling scheme , you might already have hit the same snag as thousands of households: running out of liners. Some councils provide an endless supply of free food waste bags, others only give a starter roll, and a few that don't supply them at all. So what happens when you’re wondering how to get more green food waste bags? This guide explains the rules, shows some councils that are still offering free ref

Why Small Businesses Are Making the Switch If you run a café, takeaway, or food stall, you’ve probably noticed the shift: more customers...

As the UK reckons with plastic waste, businesses across the food service sector are rethinking packaging from the ground up. Compostable...

Are microplastics hiding in your kitchen? From cling film to takeaway containers, many everyday items shed microscopic plastic particles...

5 Top Sustainable Food Packaging Trends in 2025 The food service industry is undergoing a major transformation in 2025, driven by growing...