Cape Town App Fights Food Waste, Delivers Delicious Surprises

Cape Town App Fights Food Waste, Delivers Delicious Surprises Cape Town residents are discovering a new way to enjoy affordable and delicious meals while supporting local businesses and reducing food waste. The Refreshi app connects consumers with restaurants and cafes that have surplus food, offering surprise bags at significantly reduced prices. "We paid R65 for each bag and were genuinely impressed with what we got," says Good Grub Club, a Cape Town-based food blogger who features the app in a recent video. The video shows a variety of items received, including pastries, pasta salad, and even a loaf of sourdough. Refreshi partners with establishments like Bootleggers Coffee Company and Schoon in Sea Point, offering a convenient and sustainable alternative to traditional grocery shopping. The app's success demonstrates the growing consumer interest in reducing food waste and supporting local businesses. This initiative not only provides affordable food options for consumers but also helps reduce the environmental impact of food waste in Cape Town.