PAPER CONVERTING BLOG

There is usually a lot of action going on in a grocery store. Each section serves a different need as shoppers weave their carts up and down isles, picking out what they need from meat to veggies and snacks. Whether you own or manage a national chain or an independent establishment, grocery stores are an indispensable part of modern day life.  

Summer is officially less than two weeks away, and that means more time to enjoy outdoor activities. After the pool parties, trips to the beach or camping adventures are over, it’s time to eat. One easy way to entertain guests and soak up the sun is with a cookout. Hosting a party doesn’t have to be expensive.

Believe it or not, you can take on dinner and décor all with paper. Find out how a roll of pink butcher paper can help you serve dinner in style this summer. 

When is the last time you thought about the impact of your restaurant’s tray liners? Many restaurants, food trucks and delis need butcher paper tray liners or table covers to protect trays and tables and to keep food safe. Although food service paper might not initially seem like a strong way to market your restaurant, it’s important to consider the creative ways you can leave a memorable impression of your brand with your customers.  

Freezer paper, also known as locker paper, is primarily used in the food service industry as an economical way to preserve meat and fish for long periods of time. Freezer paper is poly-coated on one side to provide moisture and vapor barrier that helps contain liquid and grease without it soaking through. At Oren International, we offer FDA approved Sentry brand freezer paper to take care of your restaurant or grocery store’s paper needs. Though traditional freezer paper is typically white, we also offer natural freezer paper for a more rustic look.

Paper is paper, right? Not necessarily. Although butcher paper and freezer paper can be used for similar purposes in the food service industry, that doesn’t make them the same thing. Custom paper products not only help improve a restaurant’s image, but they also help staff to prepare and serve food more quickly and easily. It's essential to choose paper products carefully and stock your restaurant with the items that will keep your business running smoothly and efficiently.

Marketing agencies in the restaurant industry know that the right type of visual branding can improve an eatery’s recognition. Because restaurant marketing agencies strive to increase clients' sales and devoted customers, it’s a frequent mission to look for new ways to promote restaurants and food trucks. It may seem difficult to find creative ways to enhance a restaurant’s brand, but the solution is actually very simple. Custom printing food service paper like sandwich wrap, basket and tray liners and tabletop covers can boost a restaurant's aesthetics and promote brand recognition, often in the hands of customers.

The PPI Pulp and Paper Week conference has been an important resource for the pulp and paper industry for more than 30 years, helping people stay on top of key industry news, market trends. It's an event that brings together the many sides of the paper industry, hence the slogan, “where the industry meets.” Businesses often rely on Paper Week for their face to face meetings to discuss graphic papers, containerboard and packaging. At Oren International, we go way back with PPI Pulp and Paper Week. Eighteen years back, in fact.

The buzz around food trucks has skyrocketed in the past few years, originating along the west coast and sprawling across the nation as mobile eateries have begun popping up on busy streets everywhere. From gourmet ingredients to unusual menus, food trucks are serving up BBQ, tacos, falafel and even crepes for customers eager to indulge. The food truck trend doesn’t appear to be dwindling, and even big name restaurants and chefs are getting in on the action. At Oren International, we supply food service paper to restaurants of all varieties, including those on wheels.

When was the last time you had a memorable dining experience? When you think about this restaurant, what makes it so significant? Despite what we initially think, it isn't just the food that makes an impact. When we recall a positive dining experience to our friends, every detail matters. We recount the impeccable service, the menu, the meal, the ambiance and what made the restaurant stand out from others. If you notice these unique attributes when you dine out, chances are your customers do too. If you’re ready to make your restaurant even more memorable, custom printed butcher or Kraft paper as tabletop covers can easily boost your branding efforts.

Restaurant owners rely on certain products to keep their business running smoothly. Paper is one product that has long been essential to the restaurant industry in many different ways from menus to food wrap or tabletop covers. Whether taking orders to presenting food, paper plays a huge role in the running and success of your restaurant.