Granela
Granela presents a careful selection of various types of products, organic food and non-food products for the home or cosmetics and personal care, sold in
In this space in Póvoa do Varzim everything is thought to give health. The products in the store are organic, vegan, and thinking about giving alternatives to those looking for other options in a location with little offer in this area.
In addition to bulk products, including detergents, they sell products that promote living with less waste. They are also a coffee shop serving a simple menu, 100% vegetarian, homemade and whenever possible with produce from the garden. It serves a simple menu consisting of plate, soup, homemade cakes and some snacks.
The secret here is the love with which it is prepared and the care that everything is vegan, homemade and seasonal.
Features LED illuminationWater-saving system installedThey recycleUse eco-friendly detergentsThey use sustainable and/or recycled furniture and utensils(elements present in the decoration, in the type of construction chosen, in the furniture, etc.)They offer tap waterThe receipt/invoice printing is optionalAll employees have an employment contractThey work in such a way that there are no leftoversThey use tableware and utensils (cutlery) produced in PortugalThe straws are made of stainless steel, bamboo or perishable material (ex. pasta) and only offered after customer’s request.Take-away packaging is made of biodegradable materialEncourage the customer to bring his own take-away boxThey do not send unsolicited items(e.g., napkins, chopsticks, sauces)More than 50% of food ingredients are organicMore than 50% of the products are nationalThey work with local producers and when these products do not exist locally they seek fair trade(for example: coffee, chocolate, tea, etc.)Weekly, they use traditional cooking techniques, such as fermenting and smokingThe packaging and preservation of the food are made with reusable utensils (ex. Tupperware, jars, etc)The menu changes at least every season, made with seasonal productsThere are at least 3 vegetarian/vegan main course options(balanced options – no mixed salad, for example).There are at least 2 vegetarian/vegan options in the entreesThere is at least 1 vegan option in the dessert
This project actively contributes to reduction of waste generation through prevention, reduction, recycling, and reuse. This SDG also aims to reduce global food waste in production and consumption.
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Granela presents a careful selection of various types of products, organic food and non-food products for the home or cosmetics and personal care, sold in
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