Riverside Café bans Coke and Sprite

Riverside Café at Citrus Creek Plantation has decided to ban Coca Cola and Sprite since they are now in plastic bottles.

We think that plastic bottles in quantity are a threat to Dominica’s image as The Nature island of the Caribbean.

Since these new bottles were introduced on the market, we see more and more of them alongside the roads, the rivers, in Roseau and everywhere.

As a dedicated organic restaurant within an eco estate, we think it is our duty to lead the ban and call for all concerned Dominicans to follow.

We shall propose home made cold teas and bush teas, local juices, freshly made coconut water and local fruits syrups but will no longer offer Coke and Sprite.

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25 Comments

  1. July 1, 2011

    we are absolutely correct about banning the drinks ,,,we need to look at the bigger picture..internationally and their rules and regulations in place for distribution,
    failing any research ,,we could easily ask the government of Dominica to set up a recycling plant which will create employment for the island ,chef rcr

  2. Anonymous
    June 30, 2011

    Unfortunate everyone is blaming Josephine Gabriel what about all the other plastic sodas and containers on island that were coming in before. It is their parent company that forced them to move to plastic bottles.
    ..Can merchants bring in biodegadable cups and take away containers PLEASE?
    Happy for the discussion generated..Let us create a green conscientiousness in our Nature Isle.

  3. beholder
    June 28, 2011

    May this inspire others to be mindful of the ecological stress these non biodegradable containers pose to our
    extraordinarily beautiful nature island. Bravo Riverside Cafe!

  4. Chicken George
    June 27, 2011

    The fond cole land fill take plastic bottles and glass bottles for recycling. Cardboard too I think. Problem is we all need to say no to plastic bags. Shops here can’t give them away fast enough. Everything is double bagged and each bag has hardly anything in it. I get surprised looks from cashiers when I say no to a bag or put a few more things into each one.

  5. Riverside Café
    June 27, 2011

    First of all, let us apologize for the way we wrote this. Obviously, we are willing to stop selling ALL drinks coming in plastic bottles. Not only those mentioned. We were already not buying any plastic bottles but these 2 used to be in glass and they were the ones we were promoting.

    Styrofoam is even worse than plastic bottles indeed, but we do not use it .

    Good news now. We learned that there is an ongoing plan between the distributing company and Dominica waste to find a solution for these empty plastic bottles. Congrats to them, and all our support. This is good news. We are convinced the distributor is concerned about this, and had no choice but to follow the brand’s decision. We would far prefer to see the glass bottles back. At least they were recycled.

  6. wisdom
    June 27, 2011

    absolutely wonderful besides it negative impact on life yes and now promote a healthy alternative thanks guys

  7. Via BB
    June 27, 2011

    Good move. More restaurants need to follow that path inother to control the gabage issue on the island. We do not have a recycle plant to accomodate the importation of these plastic bottle. And besided at the end of the day they’re only takin money from our country and killin it slowly. PPl can no longer collect bottle to make a lil dollar

  8. blogger X
    June 27, 2011

    I appluad the initiative that the restaurant is taking in retrospect plastic bottles are recyclable it is a better option than the glass bottles that are much easier damaged.I donot see a problem however your intentions are admirable.

  9. Watching
    June 27, 2011

    Do you serve your drinks in disposable “plastic” cups? Do you store your drinks in “plastic containers? Do you have any plasticware at your business place?

  10. Ban Movay
    June 27, 2011

    People don’t get your knickers all in a bunch. It is called choice. The owner made their choice now customers will make their choice. It is that simple. By the way, have you ever seen broken glass by the roadside? Just a thought!

  11. gia
    June 27, 2011

    Ridiculous! Plastic bottles are recyclable. You should be more worried about the styrofoam cups & containers being used everywhere on island. Styrofoam does not break down & burning it isn’t good for the ozone.

  12. Muslim_Always
    June 27, 2011

    That is a great move, I am impressed and this is the action in the right direction. I hope Gabriel Company learns this.

    I pray that many more restaurants will come on board and we Dominicans will produce more local to be consumed here.

    • -Rebel With A Cause-
      June 27, 2011

      I share your concerns on the Styrofoam but the poor disposable of plastic bottles pose the same environmental risks and while they are recyclable we’re just not seeing that drive towards recycling on island and these bottles end up in our ravines, roadsides, beaches etc instead. Discontinuing the use of the plastics is just a start in addressing environmental concerns, maybe the initiative will also lead to the discontinuation of the use of Styrofoam or at least better management of it’s disposal.

      • -Rebel With A Cause-
        June 27, 2011

        my bad muslim, this was meant for gia.

  13. Ace
    June 27, 2011

    Very impressive riverside cafe for taking the lead.Nuff respect ya!!

  14. dhestini
    June 27, 2011

    i agree. way to go. thumbs up to u. hope other establishments will follow

  15. moi
    June 27, 2011

    good move, and shame on J Gabriel for moving away from glass bottles.

  16. GIS
    June 27, 2011

    Great move!!! I like that. I need to see more restaurants and bars doing likewise.

    Hats off to you!!

  17. Cerberus
    June 27, 2011

    Just wonder if the local distributors of these products would be interested in promoting re-cycling schemes. It certainly would help their corporate image!

    • In the Works
      June 27, 2011

      Yes, the local company is interested in recycling and so are many others who are hoping to start collecting these plastic nuisances.

  18. ACN
    June 27, 2011

    This will also result in a healthier client base…. Hats Off!!!

  19. Peeping Tom
    June 27, 2011

    “We think that plastic bottles in quantity are a threat to Dominica’s image as The Nature island of the Caribbean.” I concur.

    Great initiative. A small but major effort in the fight to keep D/ca clean and green. Congrats! I am impressed.

  20. NOPE
    June 27, 2011

    Way to step up…..

    • Anonymous
      June 27, 2011

      I press the dislike button by mistake I wanted to click the like button

  21. -Rebel With A Cause-
    June 27, 2011

    great move by the riverside cafe. by banning these products you do not only help reverse the negatives they have on our environment, you’re also promoting the consumption of local products and a healthy lifestyle. there are many health benefits to be derived from the use of our local herbs and fruit drinks while sodas have been linked directly to obesity, diabetes and a host of other medical conditions.

    while reducing your carbon footprint u’re also boosting local economy and contributing directly and in a positive way to public health.

    hats off to the riverside cafe.

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