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# Local Food Waste Eateries
Tiny Leaf London Makes Its Dishes from Local Leftovers in Notting Hill

By Rebecca Byers | Published 2016-02-08 | Lifestyle
Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tiny-leaf-london
References: [justopenedlondon](http://www.justopenedlondon.com/tiny-leaf/) & [tinyleaflondon](http://www.tinyleaflondon.com/)

Self-described as a "mindful food and drinks experience," Tiny Leaf London is a food rescue eatery currently being hosted at Notting Hill's Bumpkin on Westbourne Park Road. Tiny Leaf is London's only [zero waste, organic and vegetarian restaurant](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/restaurant-takeover) and joins many culinary innovators setting up [food salvage businesses](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/food-waste-management) in major cities all over the world as a response to concerns regarding the food crisis.

The innovative concept works with local food suppliers, supermarkets, farms, distributors and retailers in order to stock ingredients for their ever-evolving menu and is set across four stunning floors. The ground floor comprises the bistro, which is decorated with luscious plant life, while the space also features [two cocktail bars](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/agriculture-by-little-red-door) and a "White Room."

## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter)

- Score: 5.8/10
- Popularity: 81% | Activity: 86% | Freshness: 8%
- Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women
- Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X
- Top markets: North America, South America, Europe, Asia

## Categories

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## Key Themes

### Key Themes Behind This Trend

- **Food Rescue:** An increasing number of culinary innovators are setting up food salvage businesses in major cities to address concerns regarding the food crisis.
- **Zero Waste Dining:** Restaurants like Tiny Leaf London are leading the charge in the zero waste movement by creating menus using local leftovers and organic ingredients.
- **Mindful Eating:** The concept of mindful food and drinks experiences is gaining popularity, with restaurants like Tiny Leaf London offering a conscious dining option.

### Where This Applies

- **Food Service:** The food service industry can adopt the concept of food rescue and zero waste dining to appeal to environmentally conscious consumers.
- **Hospitality:** Hotels and other hospitality establishments can incorporate the principles of mindful eating to provide a unique and sustainable dining experience for guests.
- **Sustainable Agriculture:** Suppliers, farms, and distributors can form partnerships with food rescue businesses to reduce food waste and support local communities.

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