When ever there is a gathering of people, inevitably there is waste. Here are some easy answers to minimizing your landfill waste and “greening” your next event:
RECYCLE – Make sure recycling bins are readily available and clearly marked. Educate your guests about what is and what is not recyclable by posting signs near each receptacle. Or hire Concept Catering by CK to help you entertain, we’ll bring the recycling bins and haul it all away!
COMPOST – Again, clearly marking receptacles will make this an easier job. It also helps to avoid individually packaged items, such as condiment packets, butter pats and sweeteners, as they often get mixed in with food waste. Instead offer large squeeze bottles, bowls or plates with large portions so that guests can use exactly the amount they like. Concept Catering by CK composts food waste from every event!
USE LOCAL – foods, flowers, entertainment… everything you need to throw a great party can be found locally right here in San Diego! By using local products and vendors you are not only supporting our community and our economy, but you are reducing travel and shipping required to bring in items from far off places. We’ve provided some links and contact information at the bottom of the page for some great local folks who would love to help you with your event!
DÉCOR – Confetti, candles, and exotic flowers all make your event look great, but at what cost to the environment? Luckily, there are many eco-friendly options that will allow you to be a responsible party host and still have a beautifully decorated space. Instead of traditional confetti, use biodegradable eco-confetti (it comes in loads of colors and dissolves quickly) or nature’s confetti, wildflower petals. Soy candles are a perfect alternative to paraffin candles and there are several local producers that have a great variety of scents and colors! You can use fresh herbs or fruits & vegetables as centerpieces; pretty dishes make for charming decorations too, cake stands, pitchers & tea kettles work particularly well. Potted plants are a great alternative to cut flowers and can continue to beautify your life well after the party is over. If cut flowers are a must for your event, local flower farms can provide you with a beautiful assortment. But if you really have your heart set on orchids and bird of paradise, then ask your florist to skip the preservative so that when your flowers have served their purpose they can be safely composted!
DISPOSABLES – Don’t use disposables, rent! Using the real stuff is classier and almost as easy. You don’t even have to do the dishes, just rinse and stack; then the rental company will come right to your house and pick everything up when you’re done. If you must use disposables, then choose from the many options made from sugarcane fibers or potato starch so that you can compost the disposables right along with food waste.
STATIONARY – If you are hosting a less formal event, send out an e-vite instead of a traditional paper invitation. E-vites are fun, personal and an easy way to get the word out! If it’s a formal affair and you must send an invitation, use recycled, tree-free or handmade papers. Another easy way to cut the amount of paper you’re sending is to put detailed information on a website set-up just for your event. That way you can avoid sending multiple sheets of paper within the invitation and simply include the where, the when & the website!
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