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C a t e r i n g a n d D r i n k s
Supplying the food and drinks for a wedding is generally a must, though unfortunately can be expensive and excessive. There are many ways which you can reduce the environmental impact of the food and drinks you will serve at your wedding, as well as reduce costs.
Food and beverage production and distribution takes a big toll on the environment and anyone wanting to consider the environment in their wedding planning should consider making some adjustments to their catering and drinks.
You can save money by insisting that beverages be served from reusable glasses ie. local tap beers and soft drinks. This way, you avoid energy intensive packaging such as glass bottles and as a bonus, the price generally comes down. This also reduces the event’s overall waste production significantly.
Locally sourced produce and beverages minimises emissions resulting from transportation. If you have the option to choose your wines for your reception, there are a great variety of organic wines emerging. If the venue does not stock them, suggest they consider it.
If you can afford it, a great contribution to the planet you can offer at your wedding is organic food. Whether you are employing the use of a caterer, choosing a restaurant or doing it yourself, serving organic food will not only taste better but be better for your health and the environment.
Eating lower on the food chain is one way to balance the ecosystem scale. For the brave vegetarians and vegan couples, you could consider serving vegetables only, it would be an education for some guests and a good deed for the planet. Meat has a significant environmental footprint, particularly beef, so even within your meat choices you can be more eco-friendly.
Green Wedding Guide Consulting provides you with an array of caterers and venues which stock organic produce and are considerate to the environment.
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Plan out volumes of food by being a little more inquisitive with a caterer, make them aware of your concerns, together you can minimise food wasted
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Avoid any disposable items such as coffee cups, plastic cutlery
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Consider a buffet, then guests only take what they need, and leftovers are re-usable
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Look for lower environmental impact food choices such as in the Australian Marine Conservation Society’s Sustainable Seafood Guide
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Leftover food could be donated to a charity if this is possible in your area.
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If not, organise any leftovers to be composted
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Insist on serving local tap beers and organic wines
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