Packaging for new food businesses
Opening a burger shop, takeaway, café or bakery? You don't need to be a packaging expert. Tell us what you're opening and we'll help you work out the rest.
- We help you choose
- Free design support
- Sample approval before production
- UK storage available
What a new food business needs from its packaging
A clear packaging list
Knowing which products you need, in which sizes and roughly how many, before you open.
Artwork
Many new businesses don't have packaging artwork yet. We can design it with you.
Confidence before you commit
Seeing and testing real samples with your own food before a production run.
Somewhere to keep it
New premises are often short on space. We can store your packaging for you.
Packaging most new food businesses start with
Burger BoxesStandard and custom sizes, printed with your brand.- Takeaway Food BoxesGeneral custom printed food boxes.
Greaseproof PaperLighter or heavier options, printed with your brand.
Takeaway BagsCustom printed bags for collection orders.- Hot CupsSingle, double and ripple wall coffee cups.
- StickersLogo, seal and custom shape stickers.
Common challenges
Not knowing what you need
It's easy to over-order some items and forget others. A packaging list based on your menu avoids that.
Branding on a budget
Fully printed packaging for every item can be a big first order. Printed stickers on plain packaging are a sensible first step for some items.
Guessing quantities
Without sales history, estimating quantities is hard. We'll help you plan a sensible first order.
What we recommend
- 01
Build your packaging list first
Tell us your business type and menu and we'll recommend the packaging you need.
- 02
Brand the most visible items
Boxes, bags and cups are seen most. Start your printed range there.
- 03
Test everything with your own food
Samples let you check fit, strength and look before you commit.
Packaging FAQs for new food businesses
What packaging do I need for a new takeaway?
It depends on your menu. Tell us what you're opening and we'll build a packaging list with you.
I don't have a logo or artwork yet. Can you help?
Yes. We can design your packaging artwork with you at no extra cost.
How far ahead of opening should I order packaging?
As early as you can. First we agree what you need, send a quote and prepare a sample for you to test. After you approve it, production and delivery typically take 30 to 35 days. Starting the conversation well before your opening date means your packaging arrives in time, without a rush.
How much packaging should I order to start?
We'll help you estimate based on your expected trade, and we can store larger quantities for you in the UK.
Packaging for your new food business, sorted.
Tailored quote, sample before production, and packaging that suits your food and your budget.