Thinking of Trying Imperfect Foods ? Here are My Pros & Cons

One of My Imperfect Food Deliveries — Circa June 2020

Early in the pandemic, like many people, I signed up for an Imperfect Foods delivery every other week. I figured it would save me a couple trips to the grocery store each month and maybe help support a more resilient, lower waste food system. Nearly two years later, here are my pros and cons of the service and why I’m still signed up to receive my biweekly box.

Pros

• It helps reduce food waste. They are working to ensure the off spec produce gets used, are sourcing from local sources (helping consumers and farmers), and centering sustainability. Early in the pandemic, when airlines were heavily impacted, I got some cheese trays that were made for in-flight snacks but were no longer needs. Yay for planet friendly snacks!
• You might try new foods and love them! Since joining I’ve tried these new foods: finger limes, leeks, butternut squash, bok choy, kale, farrow, and more. It is such a fun and easy way to expand your pallet.
• You can easily customize. Set your preferences by adding items to your “always” or “never” lists. You can also skip or add an order with a few simple clicks.
• They live their values! They set up an internal recycling program so you can return the insulated bags and ice packs for reuse. This is just one example of how they live their values and give back to…