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McDonald’s is testing strawless lids

 By Jonathan Maze on Jan. 25, 2023

The burger giant is testing lids that do not need straws in some select U.S. markets as it works to bolster sustainability.

Operations

California city launches program to ease restaurants' switch to reusable containers

 By Peter Romeo on Nov. 03, 2022

Operations in Mountain View can qualify for up to $300 in reusables and free technical advice on which ones to try in place of disposables.

Consumer Trends

Consumers are increasingly demanding sustainability in quality packaging

Sponsored content from our partner Huhtamaki on Sep. 07, 2022

Packaging, both safe and eco-friendly, has been a top sustainability initiative this year, and with the rise in popularity in takeout and delivery, it’s important for operators to seek out quality packaging to ensure the food they’re offering gets to diners in good condition.

Operations

California restaurants may have to pitch in on packaging cleanup costs

By Peter Romeo on Jul. 05, 2022

Landmark legislation enacted last week puts a tax on manufacturers, with an expectation that they will pass along the charge.

Operations

Chipotle is hunting for more U.S.-made packaging

By Heather Lalley on May 04, 2022

The burrito chain said supply chain issues and rising freight costs are making it too expensive to source from overseas, and that it might invest in a domestic packaging operation.

Operations

Pressure builds to end restaurants' use of polystyrene to-go containers

By Peter Romeo on Apr. 22, 2022

More jurisdictions are prohibiting restaurants from using non-compostable or reusable packaging and utensils.

Operations

Look for big changes in to-go packaging—including the price

By Peter Romeo on Feb. 04, 2022

Reality Check: New environmental rules are coming in a flurry. Is the industry ready?

Operations

4 issues percolating on the government front for restaurants

By Peter Romeo on Jan. 10, 2022

Reality Check: And—surprise, surprise—some of them are good news for an industry that’s taken its lumps.

Operations

Pie oh my: Bakers report a shortage of tins

By Heather Lalley on Nov. 11, 2021

With the holidays (and prime pie-eating season) approaching, restaurants are feeling the impact of soaring aluminum prices and shortages on their ability to source pie tins.

Operations

Maine approves restaurants' reuse of takeout containers

By Peter Romeo on Oct. 13, 2021

Only packaging designed and manufactured to withstand refilling are permissible.

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