Diners who are keen to buy unsold food from eateries at up to 80 per cent off the retail price before closing time, instead of letting it go to waste, can tap a new mobile phone application. The new app, called Yindii, was launched in August and aims to beef up efforts to...
On the Yindii app, customers can buy surprise bags containing surplus food products from establishments like Paul at a discounted price.Diners who are keen to buy unsold food from eateries at up to 80 per cent off the retail price before closing time, instead of letting it go to waste, can tap a new mobile phone application.
Food waste is a growing problem. With rising inflation, it has put pressure on both consumers and businesses, Ms Mahima said. Just Dabao is similar in that it also offers surprise bags, but some eateries allow customers to choose the food they want. Treatsure allows people to pack food from hotels, as well as buy surplus products from grocers.
The app has also helped offset more than 500 tonnes of carbon dioxide emissions to date, through the sale of surplus food, she added.
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