The José Andrés Group (JAG) officially announced on Wednesday its partnership with Copia, a technology platform that helps combat food insecurity and reduce food waste by distributing excess prepared foods to local nonprofits.

The global restaurant group, founded by celebrity chef and restauranteur José Andrés, is the first Michelin-starred group to partner with Copia. The move aligns with the restaurant collective’s mission “to change the world through the power of food.”

What does Copia do?

Copia simplifies the logistics behind the surplus food donation process. The tech platform enables businesses such as restaurants, corporate dining brands, and hospitality companies, to easily request pickups of excess prepared food. Partners are matched with local nonprofits to ensure the safe del

See Full Page