Food waste is often the result of food spoiling before we get the chance to use it but with the right kitchen tools, you can extend the lifespan of your ingredients, save money, and make more eco-friendly choices. Here are some smart tools that can help you store food better and reduce waste at home:
🧊 Food Vacuum Sealers
Vacuum sealers remove air from storage bags or containers, slowing down oxidation and preventing freezer burn.
Why they help:
✔️ Keeps food fresh up to 5x longer
✔️ Ideal for batch cooking, freezing meat, cheese & leftovers
✔️ Great for sous-vide cooking and portion control
🍯 Reusable Preservation Jars
Glass or airtight preservation jars (like mason jars) are perfect for storing dry ingredients, cereals, spices, pickles, and homemade jams or sauces.
Why they help:
✔️ Reduce reliance on single-use packaging
✔️ Maintain freshness for pantry staples
✔️ Encourage meal prep and organised storage
❄️ Silicone Freezer Bags & Storage Containers
Swap single-use plastics for reusable silicone bags and stackable airtight containers.
Why they help:
✔️ Durable, leak-proof and eco-friendly
✔️ Perfect for freezing fruit, soups & leftovers
✔️ Easy to wash and reuse
🍋 Produce Savers & Herb Keepers
Special produce containers - designed to control humidity - can keep fruit, veg and herbs fresher for longer.
Why they help:
✔️ Prevents quick spoilage
✔️ Keeps leafy greens crisp for days instead of hours
🧅 Freshness Extender Sheets & Wraps
Beeswax wraps and freshness pads for produce drawers help preserve food naturally.
Why they help:
✔️ Replace cling film
✔️ Slow down ripening & mould growth
✅ Quick Tips to Reduce Waste in the Kitchen
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Plan meals before shopping
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Freeze food before it reaches expiry
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Label stored food with dates
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Store food in the correct zones of the fridge
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Repurpose scraps for stocks, juices or compost