Eco-friendly takeout dishes and everything you need to know about takeout food containers

Eco-friendly take-out meals and everything you need to know about kraft salad bowls to go

In addition to offering our customers a delicious meal and memorable moments at the restaurant, we want to give them the same experience at home. Take-out kraft bowls are an essential part of this at-home culinary experience. Will the food still be hot and fresh, crispy and tender? Not in the wrong container. In the past, it was difficult for chefs to find the best disposable kraft bowls. Luckily, more and more packaging options are becoming sustainable and affordable.

Here’s why your restaurant should consider eco-friendly packaging like a kraft salad bowl:

• Save the planet: 30% of municipal solid waste comes from packaging waste, and restaurants are a major contributor. Restaurants can make a real difference by reducing their waste.
• "Boost your brand" – Consumers are increasingly mindful of restaurant packaging. Millennials are about 1.5 times more likely to buy a more sustainable product over a similar competitor.

The best food delivery packaging options:

1. Bamboo: Bamboo is widely available and known as the “fastest growing plant in the world.” Its thick fibers are perfect for creating reusable and recyclable packaging and clothing. It’s one of the most expensive packaging solutions on the market.

2. Banana leaves: Banana leaves are antibacterial, require no deforestation or animal habitat loss, and production costs are low. They’re a good choice for restaurant food containers and take-out boxes.

3. Paper or cardboard: Paper and cardboard are both abundant and recyclable. When recycled wood, paper or scrap is used, the environmental impact is minimal. Prices vary depending on the supplier, but this option is highly versatile and suitable for all types of food.

4. Bioplastics: Scientists have figured out how to create plastic from natural materials like corn and sugar. Prices can be slightly higher depending on the bioplastic, but it’s a better choice for the consumer and the planet.

2) Packaging for take-out orders:

When preparing a take-out order for delivery, the packaging process is just as important as the kraft salad bowl in which the food is packed.

• Seal freshly cooked food as quickly and securely as possible
• Cooks should have easy access to take-out kraft bowls in the kitchen
• Keep foods of different temperatures separated
• Place sauces on the side
• Keep the travel distance as short as possible
• Do not pack in containers that are too large for the meal – empty space leads to mess
• Suitable for all types of cuisine (pizza, burgers, crêpes, salads, poke, etc.)