THE SWAG BLOG

Plastic Free July is an annual global movement that challenges individuals to refuse single-use plastics for an entire month. This initiative aims to raise awareness about the detrimental effects of plastic pollution and encourage people to adopt long-term habits that reduce plastic waste.

Reducing food waste is not only beneficial for our wallets but also for the environment. By creatively repurposing ingredients that might otherwise go to waste, we can create delicious and sustainable meals. This waste-free (and delicious!) banana loaf recipe showcases the incredible potential of repurposing often-discarded ingredients like overripe fruit and vegetable scraps.

Looking for a cake recipe that's sweet, tangy, and bursting with citrusy goodness? Look no further than this Mandarin Cake with Cream Cheese Frosting! With its zesty mandarin flavour and rich, creamy frosting, this cake is sure to satisfy your sweet tooth and your craving for something a little bit different. So go ahead, indulge in a slice (or two) of this delicious seasonal cake!

Welcome to the kitchen, where magic happens, and delicious meals are created! But let's be real, spending hours in the kitchen can be a drag, especially after a long day of work. Fortunately, there are plenty of ways to save time in the kitchen and make your life easier, Swagger - all while promoting a natural, plastic-free, and waste-free lifestyle.

We are so thrilled to share, for the month of May, The Swag is partnering with Good & Fugly, an Australian company that aims at reducing food waste and promotes sustainability by offering a range of imperfect fruit and vegetables boxes. 

Beetroot is a vegetable that's often overlooked in the kitchen, but it's actually incredibly versatile and packed with many health benefits. Not only is it low in calories and high in fibre, but it's also a good source of vitamins and minerals, including folate, manganese, and potassium. And let's not forget that gorgeous, bright colour!

Are you ready to indulge in a dessert that's both creamy and fruity, sweet and tangy, and all-round delicious? Well, look no further, because we've got a recipe that'll knock your socks off! With its rich coconut flavor, creamy rice pudding, and juicy stewed berries, this dessert combines sweet paradise and homey comfort. We promise you'll have just as much fun making it as you will eating it. So grab your pots and pans, put on your apron and let’s get cookin’!

We are so thrilled to share, for the month of April,  The Swag is partnering with SecondBite, Australia's largest free food rescue organisation for Stop Food Waste Day on April 26, 2023.

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!

Fruit and vegetables are rich in vitamins, minerals and phytonutrients but today, they are also loaded with heavy chemicals. But don’t worry, there are many ways to reduce the amount of synthetic chemicals you consume without sacrificing your favourite foods. Find out how the low-chemical fruits and vegetables found in Australia and tips to reduce your exposure to chemicals.

If you have some capsicums left in your Swags, this easy, affordable and nutritious recipe will please the entire household. Choose peppers in a variety of colours for a colourful plate!

Ladies, gentlemen and everyone else in between, it's time to give a round of applause to the real heroes of this story: Our Swaggers! In 2022, these savvy shoppers joined forces with The Swag's produce bags to save the planet one trip to the grocery store at a time. In The Swag's 2022 Sustainable Impact Report, we showcase the jaw-dropping results of our combined efforts to reduce food waste and plastic pollution. So sit back, grab a snack (preferably one saved from the jaws of spoilage by The Swag) and get ready to laugh at the absurdity of how easy...