We started Mindful Chef with one mission – to make healthy eating easy. We also wanted to build a sustainable brand that we could be proud to run.
We are mindful that fresh food delivery naturally creates waste as a by-product, so we are always working hard to improve our packaging and make it more environmentally friendly.
What is the packaging made of?
Our new cool box is made completely out of cardboard with additional layers to provide insulation. It contains 60% recycled materials, will divert approximately 630g of non-recyclable material from landfill per box and has a 58% lower carbon footprint.
Within this, you will find our eco-friendly ice packs, made from a non-toxic polymer gel. Together they keep the contents chilled, meaning you do not need to be in for delivery – and our drivers will leave your box in a safe place!
Old insulated cool bags: We’re no longer taking these back but why not upcycle them? We’ve seen customers re-use our packaging in many wonderful ways, from frost protection for plants in winter, to cushion stuffing, cat bedding and one customer who’s turned her insulation into wall art. The opportunities are endless, share your stories with us on social using #MindfulChef & @MindfulChefUK.
How can Mindful Chef help you recycle?
Our mission to 100% recyclable
We work closely with our suppliers and are motivating them to help create more environmentally friendly packaging. We’re on a mission to make Mindful Chef packaging 100% recyclable from the kerbside (that’s from home, to me and you).
Mindful Chef recipe boxes provide you with the tools to cook delicious nutritious meals, in under 30 minutes. Each box contains recipe cards, pre-portioned ingredients and fresh meat, fish and produce sourced from small award-winning British farms.