eco-friendly - company update The greener kitchen A new choice of prep tools for eco-conscious cooks from Culinare Naturals.
the right conditions, bamboo can grow three feet in 24 hours? No time lapse needed - so in terms of sustainability, this makes bamboo the perfect renewable crop. Bamboo requires little maintenance to farm as it doesn’t need any pesticides or chemical herbicides and very little water to grow, leaving less impact on the soil and atmosphere. It’s an incredibly strong yet lightweight material, especially when compared to wood and steel. As it’s technically a grass, there are no weak points along its length. This makes it stronger and more durable than even the toughest hardwoods. Even better, and especially relevant for use in the kitchen, bamboo has natural antibacterial properties. What’s not to like about bamboo?
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ow green do you feel? With the message that we all need to take individual responsibility to help
protect the planet now really hitting home, a new range of sustainable food prep tools is bringing the conversation into the kitchen. Where there were mainly plastic and man- made options, home cooks now have a more eco-conscious alternative from kitchen experts Culinare. Bamboo, one of the world’s most sustainable materials, is at the heart of a new 22-piece collection released by the brand under the Culinare Naturals name. The range includes kitchen utensils, tools and storage for everyday use, designed in metal, glass and bamboo to combine functionality, sustainability and good looks. The collection’s design principles question
traditional approaches to affordable products for the kitchen. Plastic has been kept to an absolute minimum and where possible these parts have been replaced by bamboo elements. The bamboo plant has numerous eco benefits – from its fast, self-renewing growing cycle to its strength, flexibility and anti-bacterial nature. As for the packaging, this has been predominantly made with sustainable and recycled materials, with minimal plastic elements where absolutely necessary. In line with the Culinare brand, the
Culinare Naturals collection has a clean, simple aesthetic. Minimal detailing and smooth, pleasing shapes give a reassuringly
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contemporary feel that will look good in all kinds of kitchen styles. The characteristic warmth of bamboo makes it an ideal choice for handles and grips and the new collection uses it on a diverse range of tools – from ice cream scoops to graters, balloon whisks to pizza cutters. Bamboo chopping boards have sleek lines and a modern look, while glass storage dishes with bamboo lids are streamlined and stackable. There’s a couple of things that are
interesting about the launch. Firstly this range is targeted firmly at the mass market customer. Unlike the premium sector which has traditionally had a wider range of choices available, the mass sector is driven by value and performance. Culinare recognise this and want to democratise the choices for the wider audience, bringing affordable yet smarter choices for food prep. Environmental change is not going to happen without us all shifting our habits. Choosing to use better materials and processes are small steps we can all make. Secondly it combines traditional food prep materials in a new way. Metal, glass and bamboo all have a history in the kitchen but combined in this way, they feel fresh and relevant. Bamboo is a fascinating material and is coming to the fore in all parts of the product design. As part of the grass family, it grows at a rapid rate, getting to full maturity in just 3-4 years, compared to trees which can take up to 30 years to grow. Did you know that in
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Founded in England over 30 years ago, Culinare first came to attention with the MagiCan, the world’s bestselling tin opener. Innovative design has resulted in over 18 million MagiCans sold to date and its global success has formed the basis of the Culinare brand. Now offering essential kitchen gadgets to make food preparation quicker, easier and safer, Culinare focuses on bring the globe great ideas at affordable prices. With the launch of Culinare Naturals, the company hopes to lead consumers into a more sustainable future with a portfolio of everyday products that helps us all live more positively.
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