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When planning your event, opt for biodegradable utensils, cups, and paper plates to minimize waste. Alternatively, choose reusable china. Avoid individually packaged items by ordering in bulk. Ensure recycling and compost containers are available with proper signage, and remember compostable garbage bags. If using china, compost food scraps discreetly. Arrange for leftover food to be donated to local shelters. Select Fair Trade coffee, and prioritize locally sourced or organic foods, sustainable seafood, and biodynamic wines. Embrace environmentally friendly catering to enhance your zero waste efforts.
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Planning Choices Choose biodegradable plastic utensils, cups & paper plates/napkins OR choose china since it is re-useable Avoid individually packaged items & order ‘bulk’ to reduce waste. Ask that recycling & compost containers be available with proper signage to educate your guests (don’t forget the compostable garbage bags needed!) If having a china event, ask that the food scraps be composted ‘behind the scenes’. Arrange for left-over food to be picked up or delivered to the local food shelter (available for large volume events). Food Choices Choose Fair Trade Coffee. Choose locally grown & regional foods (e.g. produce, nuts, olive oil, rice etc.). Choose organic and/or free range meats. Choose only sustainable seafood best choices as listed by the Monterey Bay Aquarium Seafood Watch Program. www.seafoodwatch.org Choose local & biodynamic/organic wines & sustainably brewed beer when possible. Environmentally Friendly CateringThings to consider when planning a Zero Waste and/or Sustainable Catered Event University Catering is committed to actively supporting procedures, policies, and practices that foster a sustainable food system.