We’re supporting local food businesses to make small changes that will increase their customer base, include healthier and climate-friendly options and reduce their waste. Businesses demonstrating good practice can join our Food Enterprise Network, giving them priority access to new trading opportunities.
Meet ‘Pitta Santorini’, a traditional Greek restaurant in Barking
Pitta Santorini owner Andreas Mengri says: ‘It began as a passion project focused on bringing authentic Mediterranean flavours to their local community. After perfecting our recipes and sourcing the best ingredients, we opened our doors with the goal of offering a unique dining experience and a taste of Greek island culture, alongside healthy food options for the community.’
Shared vision and actions across the Charter priorities
As one of the first businesses to join our Food Enterprise Network, Pitta Santorini demonstrates how food enterprises can address multiple challenges linked to the food system, including health, inclusion, sustainability and food waste.
Andreas says: ‘Our commitment to quality, sustainability and local engagement has allowed us to grow, and joining the Network is a significant milestone in our journey. We’re proud of the positive social, economic and environmental impact we’ve made in our area, and we’re excited to continue contributing in meaningful ways’.
Read more about Pitta Santorini is improving the local food offer by demonstrating good practice in many areas:
Sustainable produce Pitta Santorini’s sources high quality fresh ingredients and most of their dishes are prepared from scratch.
Diversity and access Pitta Santorini is the first Greek restaurant in the area and it offers halal meat for its customers to meet the diverse needs of the community
Community health Pitta Santorini offers and promotes healthy options, including authentic greek salad, freshly squeezed fruit juice and nourishing dairy, such as healthy options of feta and halloumi cheese. All of its sauces are also freshly prepared on site, using high quality Greek style natural yoghurt and extra virgin olive oil.
Reducing waste Pitta Santorini has a zero waste policy. It does not source more than it needs and cooks to order, ensuring high quality fresh food and minimal waste.
Check out Pitta Santorini on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/pitta_santorini
If you are inspired by these actions and want to get support on how you can start making small changes, read our Good Food Enterprise Charter. It has tips and links on actions you can take to improve your supply chains, connect with your customers and reduce your food waste.
If you’re already taking action across these themes, you may be eligible to join our Food Enterprise Network. Apply online.
You can also contact the team with any questions: goodfood@lbbd.gov.uk
