Dear Eco heroes of the map - this oneās for you! 
Iām filled with gratitude as I look back on our āDitch Plastic Spoons at Restaurantsā challenge. We had 35+ amazing entries, and narrowing them down to a top 10 was genuinely tough - not because the others werenāt great, but because every contribution was uniquely inspiring.
Top 10 Entries - Extended to Top 12 : Leading the Way in Sustainability
Selecting just 10 entries from 35+ inspiring submissions was truly challenging. So, I expanded the list to a Top 12, based on complete challenge compliance and exceptional creativity.
These entries (not in any particular order) stood out for their creativity, impact, and clear alignment with our challenge goals:
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@Ssiddharth2000 ā Posted about biodegradable cutlery being adopted in eateries.
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@Rahul001 ā Discovered Chai Kaari, a women-led tea & idli spot in Trivandrum using wooden spoons, steel cups, and banana-leaf servingsāhighlighting eco-friendly charm in every sip.
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@Kumaarsantosh ā Highlighted steel cutlery at Daryagunj Restaurant, assuring hygiene and sustainability.
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@MerlinThomas ā Covered SA Dosa in Pune using wooden spoons and leaf plates.
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@TravellerG ā Went beyond spoons - spotted bamboo straws, palm-leaf packaging, and steel utensils.
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@AjitThite - Pledged to self-carry eco-cutlery and even plates , blending sustainability into everyday travel habits.
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@K.K.Sharma - Documented Haldiramās (Greater Noida) switch to steel spoons, raising the bar for larger food chains.
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@Supriyadevkar ā Shared compelling insights about steel and wooden cutlery adoption.
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@PrasadVR - Featured Nethi Dosa, Hyderabad, showing steel spoons kept hygienically in a hot water bath.
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@ShifaAymal ā Visited Udupi Sathkar and documented steel and wooden cutlery, paired with glassware.
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@Globe_trotter_ish - Took us to Subko in Mumbai, showcasing steel spoons, wooden bowls & bamboo tissues in her review.
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@Rajashree.Parmar97 - Spotted a steely change at Delhi Ke Mashur Chole Kulche in Vadodara - highlighting the mindful spoon swap.
(Choosing the top 12 also from such a rich pool of over 35 entries was a real challenge!)
Next Step: Claim Your Gift
Dear Top 12: To receive your gift, please fill out your postal address via this Google form:
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Shout-out to All Participants
Just because youāre not in the Top-12 entries doesnāt mean your efforts went unnoticed. In fact, this challenge became a celebration of the many unique, heartfelt, and creative ways our community is reducing plastic use.
Some entries were truly inspiring but didnāt strictly match the challengeās criteria. Nevertheless, your passion helped bring new dimensions to sustainable living.
For example:
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@MathanVibranarayan showcased how upcycled glass bottles at his office sparked sustainable conversations and reusable habits.
A Refreshing Twist ā Upcycled Bottles -
@Rahul001 highlighted Organo Gram, a women-owned organic and pottery store that promotes traditional, eco-friendly materials.
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@SaylliWalve1 went beyond restaurantsāsharing how his entire approach to life embraces sustainability by ditching plastic across daily routines.
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@Supriyadevkar marked World Environment Day by raising awareness about single-use plastic alternatives and eco-conscious living.
Celebrate World Environment Day
@Premalpatel, @Tejal, @NareshDarji, @ShailendraOjha, @Shrut19, @SaylliWalve1, @AbhijeetUniyal, @RosyKohli, @Ptrivedi, @Gurukrishnapriya:
Your efforts are valued and essential. 
Visual Unity: Collage of All Entries
This collage celebrates the collective voice of our Local Guides community - every photo, every spoon swap, every story of change.
Download Your Digital Certificate
All Participants, to download your personalized certificate, please visit the link below:
Note: Certificates are organized alphabetically by username. If you encounter any issues, feel free to reach out.
Keep the Momentum Going!
Even though the challenge has officially ended, the journey continues. Hereās how we keep it alive:
Mention cutlery in your Google Maps reviews
- When you spotlight sustainable utensils, you amplify awareness
Create a curated list of eco-friendly restaurants on Google Maps
- Label them as āplastic-free cutleryā to help others find and support them
Keep carrying your own cutlery, especially while traveling
- Many of you already do thisāletās make it a habit, not an exception
- Encourage restaurants to switch to steel, bamboo, or leaf alternatives
- Positive feedback helps them realize itās both feasible and appreciated
Opt out of plastic cutlery while ordering food online.
- When placing food delivery or takeout orders, request no plastic spoons or forks. This simple choice makes a big impact!
Final Thanks
To every participant: THANK YOU Whether youāre in the top 12 or among the many whose stories inspired us, your contribution matters. Together, weāre shifting habits one spoon - and one mindset - at a time.
Letās keep the change rolling. Tag #NoPlasticSpoons in your next reviews and guide transform our communities toward greener dining.
Cheers to cutlery that cares! 
With gratitude and green spoons,
Ketan Chhaniyara
Iām truly honoured to be featured among the Top 12 entries in the 
(by reducing plastic pollution).
The attention to detail is truly next-level. Thanks for the mention and certificate too.
i tried to participate in this challenge but i was not able to find a shop with these wooden spoons but today i found one unfortunately the time period for this challenge is over 