Planning your packed lunch ahead of time will help you to feel more organised! We’ve got lots of delicious recipes that will help you #LoveLunchWithoutFoodWaste so that you can plan and enjoy your packed lunch! Check out our website for lunch inspo! stopfoodwaste.ie

If it works for your shared household, consider sharing everyday essentials like milk, butter, oil, and salt to avoid doubling up on items that might go to waste for one person. Setting up a kitty for shared costs can help manage expenses and #StopFoodWaste.

Cracking out the BBQ? Replenish salads, side dishes & bread as you need them – Sides can also be stored in the fridge and topped up as supplies run low so food is at its best when you eat it.

Do you have berries you need to use up? Why not try @GoodFood’s homemade granola bars recipe. A perfect way to use up fruit and make a tasty snack! Find the recipe link here: bbcgoodfood.com/recipes/cinnam…

Save money and enjoy fresher food by opting for local, seasonal produce. Screen grab, download or save our What's in Season guide for August to take full advantage and help #StopFoodWaste.

Ask what everyone would like to eat before you start grilling and cook to order rather than all at once. This will ensure food doesn’t spoil and go to waste. If anyone is still hungry then you can always cook more so food will be at its best, hot from the BBQ!

Did you know you can make sandwiches from frozen bread? Butter frozen bread straight from the freezer and sandwich together your favourite fillings. The sandwich will be defrosted by lunchtime! Find out #LoveLunchWithoutFoodWaste here: stopfoodwaste.ie/shopping-and-s…

Do you know what temperature your fridge should be at? The temperature of your fridge should be between 0-5°C, ideally 4°C. We have loads of tips and tricks to help you get the most out of your fridge. Find out more by visiting the link in bio.

Freeze BBQ leftovers for another time! You can freeze almost any BBQ food such as burger buns, meats and sauces. Even if we don’t get the good weather for multiple BBQs this summer, you can cook everything indoors another time. 🌞☔🌈 #LoveLunchWithoutFoodWaste

Rice: The Versatile Grain That Steals the Show! We have 3 ideas for you on how to transform your leftover rice into delicious dishes. Let's #StopFoodWaste together by making the most of every grain.

Get creative in the kitchen with our #UseWhatYouHaveChallenge! We challenge you to use only ingredients you have at home to make a meal. This will not only save you time on having to go to the shops but also will save you money. Be sure to tag us in your culinary creations.

Treating yourself to a takeaway? Don’t let those leftovers sit on the counter. Once they cool down, get them in the fridge to chill out until tomorrow. For more top tips on how to #StopFoodWaste visit our website: stopfoodwaste.ie

Remember that BBQ side dish portions are often smaller! When preparing and serving side dishes, keep in mind that people take a spoonful, not a full portion size. Adjust the amount you make accordingly. #LoveLunchWithoutFoodWaste

About to head to the shops? Pause and #TakeStock! Check what's already in your fridge, freezer, and cupboards. Our website has all the tips and tricks you need to shop more effectively, save money and #StopFoodWaste!

We are re-entering school lunch season and if you need some lunch inspo to start the year with good habits to #LoveLunchWithoutFoodWaste, pop right over to StopFoodWaste.ie for all our top tips! Find our top lunch tips here: stopfoodwaste.ie/shopping-and-s…

Start the school year off right with meal matching! Plan recipes which use similar ingredients to make the most of fresh produce and help to #StopFoodWaste. Learning more about meal matching here. stopfoodwaste.ie/resource/meal-…

When you choose to buy locally grown, in season produce, you could save money on your food shop! Download, save our screengrab our September season guide to help #StopFoodWaste this month

Implement the ‘First in, first to be eaten’ rule. When you look in the freezer the first thing you need to see is the food you should eat first! So, new food items need to be placed behind ‘older’ ones in the freezer and wait their turn to be eaten! stopfoodwaste.ie/shopping-and-s…

Use extra veg to make soup for lunch! Chop up the unused veggies lying at the bottom of the fridge to make a tasty soup. Keep it hot in a flask or heat it up in the microwave. #LoveLunchWithoutFoodWaste

Use dinner leftovers for lunch to save time and money! A tasty alternative to a sandwich, and you’ll save money! If you’re heading into the office, pop your dinner leftovers in a container to bring with you. #LoveLunchWithoutFoodWaste