As grocery bills continue to soar, a growing number of websites and apps are being launched to save you money and put a stop to unnecessary food waste. These innovative solutions aim at addressing the increasing financial burden faced by families while promoting sustainable practices.
One such website is 'Eat fresh, fight food waste', which focuses on supplying fresh produce in an effort to reduce wastage. Another popular option is 'Oddbox', where customers can choose a box of unloved fruit and vegetables to be delivered directly to their homes. Prices for these boxes range from £11.49 for an ‘x-small’ size up to £22.49 for larger quantities.
When comparing costs, purchasing the same ingredients at Waitrose would amount to approximately £19; however, once postage fees are added, both options end up having similar prices. The primary difference lies in Oddbox's dedication towards reducing food waste through the sale of imperfect or surplus produce.
In addition, Too Good To Go—an app that connects users with restaurants selling excess food—offers discounted meals that would have otherwise gone to waste. Users can purchase unsold dishes from participating eateries at significantly reduced prices before closing time.
Another suggestion comes in the form of cut-price supermarket Lidl's 'too good-to-waste' initiative: 5kg fruit-and-vegetable boxes priced at just £1.50 each provide an affordable alternative for those looking for budget-friendly options without sacrificing quality or nutrition.
Hannah Smithson, a London-based mother who uses Oddbox regularly said "Not only am I saving money on my weekly groceries but also contributing positively towards reducing food waste."
These creative initiatives represent promising steps forward in alleviating financial stress related to grocery shopping whilst simultaneously tackling environmental issues caused by excessive food wastage—one small step toward making our planet cleaner and greener for generations ahead.