Share surplus food from your restaurant, café or event
Restaurants, bakeries, caterers, hotels and event venues end most days with good food that will not be sold. Itaam lets you give it to people nearby for free in a minute, instead of putting it in the bin.
Why share your surplus
- Less wasteUnsold food is eaten instead of thrown away, which also means fewer bags in your bins.
- Good for your communityYour neighbours eat well and remember who shared with them.
- No cost, no paperworkItaam is free. There are no fees, contracts or collection schedules.
- You stay in controlShare when you have surplus, accept the requests you want and stop at any time.
What businesses share
- Unsold bread, naan, cakes and pastries at closing time.
- Prepared meals and trays that never reached the counter or buffet.
- Untouched surplus from weddings, conferences and catered events.
- Sealed packaged food and drinks before their use-by date.
How it works
- Create a free sharing accountSign up with your phone number and choose to share food.
- Post your surplusSay what it is, how many servings you have and the pickup window. Pin your shop or venue on the map.
- Accept requestsPeople nearby request servings. Servings left update automatically as you accept.
- Hand over at the counterEach person shows a 6-digit pickup code, which you confirm in the app.
Tips for businesses
- Post 30 to 60 minutes before closing so people have time to arrive.
- Pack food in single portions so it is quick to hand over.
- Label dishes and mention common allergens.
- Follow the food safety rules that apply to your business, and our food safety tips.