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12 Things You Need For A Zero Waste Kitchen.

12 Things You Need For A Zero Waste Kitchen.

Does a "zero waste" kitchen seem difficult to achieve?

Especially without changing our little habits too much.

However, it is not as impossible as it seems!

Reducing waste in the kitchen can be done little by little, by starting to pay attention to what you buy and what you eat.

For example, using a reusable shopping bag or glass jars to store leftovers.

You see ? Really nothing complicated in short.

Here are 12 things you need to start zero waste cooking . Watch:

12 Things You Need For A Zero Waste Kitchen.

Contents
  • 1. Reusable cling film
  • 2. Reusable lunch boxes
  • 3. Washable sponges
  • 4. Airtight glass jars
  • 5. Bamboo cutlery
  • 6. Reusable Cloth Towels
  • 7. Reusable shopping bag
  • 8. Canvas bag to store bread
  • 9. Reusable water bottle
  • 10. Linen pouches
  • 11. Washable straws
  • 12. Insulated mug

1. Reusable cling film

Instead of using plastic wrap or aluminum foil to preserve your food, use beeswax waxed cloth instead. Find out how to make it here.

2. Reusable lunch boxes

For your sandwiches or salads to take to the office for lunch, ban plastic film, but rather choose a reusable "lunch box". Whether it's glass or stainless steel, you'll use it for years!

3. Washable sponges

Do you do the dishes by hand with disposable sponges? Did you know that you could replace them with much more ecological washable sponges? They are made with terry cloth, cotton flannel and polyester mesh perfect for cleaning dishes.

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4. Airtight glass jars

These "Le Parfait" glass jars made in France with an airtight closure were already used by our grandmothers. And we must admit that a "zero waste" approach is not complete without these pots. Ideal for storing pasta, rice, lentils, but also for putting your jams. The glass is resistant to cooking and freezing. Plus, they look super cute on a shelf!

5. Bamboo cutlery

Avoid disposable plastic forks by favoring bamboo cutlery. Perfect for an eco-responsible picnic, eating on the go or when you have food delivered.

6. Reusable cloth napkins

What if you gave up disposable paper towels? Cloth towels are very absorbent, easy to use, washable and very colourful. You'll see, you won't be able to do without it!

12 Things You Need For A Zero Waste Kitchen.

7. Reusable shopping bag

A net bag, a woven wicker basket, a fabric bag are a very ecological way to carry your groceries at home. In addition, they can be very chic and very original.

8. Canvas bag to store bread

To preserve the bread and prevent it from hardening, nothing beats putting it in a cloth bag. It's practical, washable, and very eco-responsible. Much more than a paper bag anyway!

9. Reusable water bottle

We cannot overemphasize this point:we must hydrate regularly. And for that, you need a bottle of water! But ban plastic and choose a glass or stainless steel bottle to store your water.

10. Linen pouches

Rather than using plastic bags, why not use linen canvas pouches with a small drawstring? The fabric is breathable, which keeps food fresher in the fridge for longer.

11. Washable straws

If you (or your kids) drink your sodas and juices through a straw, switch to reusable straws. They are made of resistant glass or stainless steel and are unbreakable. In addition, they are delivered with small brushes to wash them. The turtles in the oceans will thank you!

12. Insulated mug

Can't start the day without coffee? I understand, I even take some to work! However, there is no need to use these small plastic cups. Take an insulated travel mug instead. Not only is it eco-friendly, but it also saves you money (no more sock juice from the coffee machine!).