With areca leaves and rice bran, Bangladesh replaces single-use plastic tableware

With areca leaves and rice bran, Bangladesh replaces single-use plastic tableware

Bangladeshi people love to throw a party, as the disposable tableware industry has increasingly seen. They get together or organize social gatherings often, be it to celebrate festivals or go on group trips to touristy attractions. And all these occasions call for food and drinks. Single-use plastic tableware has become the go-to option at these occasions. However, for the last couple of years, plates made from areca palm (Areca catechu) leaves …