Back-to-school season is always a busy time for school caterers. Food safety, kitchen efficiency, volume management... every detail matters when it comes to delivering fresh, safe, and appealing meals. No worries! With Solpak’s packaging solutions, you can get through this time (and beyond) with confidence and peace of mind. Whether you're still in planning mode [...]
Your dishes are delicious… but do they still look appetizing upon delivery? In the world of ready-to-eat meals, the first impression often comes through the eyes. Before even tasting, a dish is seen, smelled, and judged. That’s why presentation on the tray can make all the difference. You don’t need to be a food stylist: [...]
When it comes to choosing a container for your meals, it’s easy to be swayed by an attractive unit price. After all, saving a few cents per unit can seem significant at high volumes. But if we look beyond the price tag, what do we really discover? At Solpak, we invite our clients to take [...]
Can a container damage your reputation? Even if your meal is delicious, a leaky sauce on the lid can ruin everything. In food services, attention is usually focused on menu quality and taste, and rightfully so. But imagine this: a customer eagerly opens a meal they just picked up from their favorite caterer. They expect [...]
A rotating weekly menu is great for your customers… but it can quickly become a headache for your packaging process. Picture this: you’re a passionate caterer, always experimenting to surprise your clients. You create fresh recipes, bring old classics back with a twist… your clients love it! But behind the scenes, things can get chaotic. [...]
In an industry where meal quality and food safety are top priorities, selecting a meal packaging supplier is a strategic decision. Whether you are a caterer, an institutional food service manager, or responsible for school catering, it is crucial to find a reliable, sustainable, and well-adapted partner for your needs. What are the essential criteria [...]
Sustainability and food safety have become top priorities in the food industry. Businesses—including caterers, institutions, and food manufacturers —must ensure that their packaging complies with the latest regulations, particularly those related to Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR). EPR is a policy approach that holds producers financially accountable for managing the end-of-life disposal of their products, promoting [...]
Ensuring food safety and freshness is crucial in the food service industry. Heat-sealed trays stand out from traditional lidded trays by offering clear benefits for preserving ready-to-serve meals. Their advanced design effectively protects food from contaminants and maintains its freshness and taste quality. Trays with lids vs. heat-sealed trays: an essential comparison Trays with lids: [...]
With environmental awareness on the rise, adopting meal trays made from eco-friendly materials such as plant fibres offers an opportunity to reduce environmental impact and strengthen brand image. However, to avoid accusations of greenwashing, promoting these initiatives authentically and transparently is essential. Here are some practical marketing tips to highlight your sustainability efforts while remaining [...]
As environmental awareness grows, so does the importance of choosing sustainable materials for food packaging. Companies offering ready-to-serve meals are increasingly turning to eco-friendly packaging solutions. Bamboo and sugarcane, derived from sugar cane, stand out among sustainable materials due to their environmentally friendly life cycle and ecological qualities. This article explores the journey of these [...]
