THE SWAG BLOG — waste less
Banana & Carrot Loaf Waste Free Recipe
Turn overripe fruit and veggie scraps into a delicious banana & carrot loaf. A simple, waste-free recipe that reduces food waste and saves money.
Beetroot Pasta Sauce Recipe
Try this vibrant beetroot pasta sauce -nutritious, delicious, zero-waste and easy to make. A savoury-sweet twist on classic pasta, ready in just 30 minutes.
How The Swag Pays For Itself After Just Two Weeks of Use
We asked our in-house mathematician how much food waste a single Swag could save the average household – and the results were beyond outstanding! We can proudly say that The Swag can pay for itself within the first 2 weeks of use in Australia and within 3 weeks of use in New Zealand! Read below for more information!
The Swag’s Annual Plastic & Food Waste Prevention Report (2022-2023)
Discover how The Swag and our amazing Swaggers prevented 1.6M kg of food waste and 653K plastic bags from landfill in 2022. See the full report!
How to Keep Berries Fresh For Longer
Discover how to keep berries fresh for longer with The Swag organic produce bag. Learn simple tips to store strawberries, blueberries and raspberries for weeks!
Cauliflower Hummus Recipe
Try this creamy cauliflower hummus recipe for a light, delicious twist on classic hummus- easy to make, packed with flavour, and perfect for summer.
10 Simple Ways To Save Money And Reduce Household Waste
Discover 10 simple ways to save money and reduce household waste, from smart food storage to DIY solutions and recycling tips that cut costs and protect the planet.
5 Documentaries About Sustainability & The Environment
Discover 5 powerful sustainability and environmental documentaries that inspire hope, action and awareness around climate change, nature and our future planet.
Your Zero-Waste Kitchen Guide
If creating a zero-waste kitchen is your New Year’s resolution, we’ve created the guide just for you! Have a green start to your year by replacing toxic, plastic products with these eco-friendly alternatives!
5 Brands we Love for a Plastic-Free Picnic
Discover 5 brands we love for a plastic-free picnic, from compostable straws to reusable wraps and napkins, for an easy and waste-free day outdoors.
Storing The Swag Fridge Bag: The Crisper vs The Shelf
Unsure whether to store The Swag in the fridge crisper or on the shelf? Learn what works best for humidity, temperature and keeping produce fresher for longer.
Six Environmental Change-Makers Share Their New Year's "Evolutions"
Six sustainability leaders share their inspiring New Year “evolutions” - realistic, impactful changes to support community and the planet in 2021 and beyond.