Review of innovations in the use of edible containers and cutlery
Abstract
The author has listed innovations in the use of edible containers and cutlery in chronological order. Also, an all-inclusive classification was developed as none was found in literature- things used to eat/drink food, edible pouches, things used as utensils and food packaged with food. Widely used processing techniques and materials to manufacture edible containers and cutlery such as mix of flours, polymer films and food composites are discussed. The paper concludes with future prospects and advantages and disadvantages, showing that while edible containers and cutlery will help to cut down plastic waste, their use must be done judiciously.
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