by RA Editor | Apr 9, 2026 | News
Join our upcoming Kai Keepers webinar to see what we’re learning about food waste across hospitality — and what you can do about it. We’ll share key insights, common pressure points, and practical actions you can apply immediately in your business. Where does food...
by RA Editor | Mar 23, 2026 | News
What if reducing food waste didn’t require expensive technology or a complete overhaul of how your kitchen runs? Kai Keepers shows that four straightforward interventions — things hospitality businesses could start doing this week — can make a meaningful,...
by RA Editor | Jan 19, 2026 | News
Food is the heart of hospitality — and that means managing it well matters more here than almost anywhere else. Now, for the first time in Aotearoa, we have the data to understand exactly how much food our hospitality sector is wasting, and — more importantly — clear...
by RA Editor | Jun 8, 2025 | News
This RNZ article delves into the social etiquette and hesitations around asking for a doggy bag when dining out — and why that hesitation could be costing us, both financially and environmentally. While doggy bags aren’t a fit for every customer, or business, as...
by RA Editor | Mar 5, 2025 | News
The Kai Keepers programme is making waves in the hospitality industry, helping businesses take action to reduce food waste. Recently Kai Keeper business owner, Amanda Rogers from Auckland’s Ampersand Eatery, joined the Breakfast TV programme. Amanda shared...
by Restaurant Association | Dec 4, 2024 | News
Each year, Aotearoa’s cafes and restaurants generate nearly 25,000 tonnes of food waste, with 61% of it entirely avoidable (based on previous industry research). When food ends up in landfill, it’s not just an environmental loss—it’s a missed opportunity to enhance...
