Keep the party spirit alive

Have all the celebrations of the Diamond Jubilee weekend and Big Lunch parties left you wanting more? If you are having a party or picnic this summer, a little planning can make sure you’re not throwing away food and money!

Recent figures show that the average UK family could save about £480 a year by throwing away less food – whether that’s just because they’ve cooked too much, it’s gone off or they are just not sure about the difference between a best before date and a use by date.

Catering for lots of people can be daunting and expensive! Why not pick up a few tips about how to get it right and reduce the amount you throw away?

Check out the Love Food Hate Waste website for top tips on planning a menu, getting portion sizes right and storing food correctly to prevent it going off. There are also some great recipes and ideas for using up leftovers when the party’s over.

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