Environment + Recycling
Please help us help the environment by properly disposing of the packaging
Here at Gourmet Dinner Service we are passionate about protecting the environment as much as we are about creating and delivering you safe, healthy and high-quality meals.
Back in 2016, Australians sent 2.2 million tonnes of plastic and another 1.6 million tonnes of paper to landfill. We’re doing our bit to reduce those numbers. This year alone we will save 50 tonnes of plastic from going to landfill. We are already well on track to meet the Australian National Packaging Targets, whereby all packaging should be recyclable, reusable or compostable by 2025. Here are some simple instructions you can follow to dispose of any packaging you receive from us.
Cardboard Delivery Boxes
We recently made the switch to cardboard, but not before rigorously testing to ensure that your delivery would arrive in tip top condition! Each box contains a gel ice pack to keep things cool. In some cases we also add a metallic liner for extra insulation.
Recycle the box: place it into your cardboard box in your recycling bin.
Gel Ice Packs
We use gel ice packs to ensure that your chilled items remain really cold, regardless of the season. These ice packs are reusable many times over. If you don't wish to reuse, then you can dispose thoughtfully in the following way:
Contents of sachet: once thawed, you can snip the corner of the gel pack and empty the contents into your garden bed or pot plant soil. Not only is it not harmful to your plants, but in finact, it will help keep your soil moist and prevent drying out.
Recycle the plastic cover: recycle the plastic cover or dispose of in regular waste.
Food Containers - Trays
Our trays are made from rapidly renewable plant sources and are compostable.
Compost the tray: place in council composting bins, or your home compost. Alternatively, check your local community garden or sites such as ShareWaste or EarthBucket for composting facilities near you. Tearing the tray into small pieces will speed up the rate of decomposition.
Clear Lids
The clear plastic lids for the containers are made from PET, which is a recyclable plastic.
Recycle the lids: Remove food residue and place in your plastics recycling bin.
Foil Containers
Foil containers can also be recycled or saved for reuse.
Recycle the foil: Remove food residue and place in your containers recycling bin.
Plastic Bags
We have discontinued the use of single-use plastic bags for customer pick-ups and are gradually replacing any other plastic bags with biodegradable plant plastics.
How we are reducing food waste in this country
Did you know that Australian's thow away, on average, 20% of all food purchased! We are proud to say that our commercial kitchens create near to zero food waste. That’s because we plan our production, purchase our ingredients according to defined quantities and cook to set recipes. Our meals are portioned so there’s less waste at your end too. Plus, freezing food cuts down on waste thanks to the longer shelf life. No more wilted veges ending up in the bin this week!
