Here at MrTakeOutBags we can’t help but pay close attention to the changing trends in the food industry. Lately we’ve noticed a surge in catering – specifically drop-off catering. Think: offices that have lunch delivered, or prepared meals made for individual customers. There’s a large demographic of busy, hungry folks who want meals brought to Read the full article…

You know us, we like to indulge a little. So naturally we are celebrating one of our favorite holidays in style. Friday, June 7 is National Doughnut Day and we are ready to party! We took a look into some of the most outrageous doughnuts offered around the country. How many of these would you Read the full article…

Here at MrTakeOutBags, we obsess over packaging. We’re constantly thinking about how to improve packaging, and often times it all comes down to custom printing. When a company adds their logo to a bakery box or a takeout bag, it leaves a lasting impression. But what about customers who choose not to print their packaging? Read the full article…

Summer is officially here, which means some of our favorite eateries are adding barbecue-inspired dishes to their menu. Others are opening up their patios for outdoor dining. And of course, summer is the season for food trucks and festivals. With summer in full swing, it’s important for all of these restaurants, food trucks, and cafes Read the full article…

California, New York, and Hawaii – what do these states all have in common? All three have a ban on plastic bags. In addition to those, some US cities – such as Boston, Chicago, and Washington, DC – have also put a ban on plastic bags. To say “plastic bag ban” is a bit of Read the full article…

What stops so many businesses from going green? Quite simply, it can be overwhelming. We’ve spoken with so many restaurant and café owners who say that making the switch to eco-friendly packaging can be a daunting task, and they often times don’t know where to start. They have this notion that if one piece of Read the full article…

There’s a famous scene from the 1967 movie, The Graduate in which the young lead, Benjamin played by Dustin Hoffman is enlightened by his father’s friend, Mr. McGuire: “I just want to say one word to you. Just one word.” “Are you listening?” “Plastics.” “There’s a great future in plastics. Think about it. Will you Read the full article…

We work with a variety of talented and bright business owners and entrepreneurs. There’s no doubt that they’re rock stars at what they do. But they can’t be expected to know everything, right? That’s why we frequently run into customers who struggle to understand what we mean when we say we need “vector artwork” in Read the full article…

Mother’s Day is around the corner. First of all, don’t panic. There’s still time to pick up the perfect gift for Mom. Second, start preparing for hordes of Mother’s Day brunch-goers to flood restaurants and cafes. Don’t be caught that Sunday understocked or with the wrong type of bags or boxes for your customers. Come Read the full article…

Whether you’re a grilled cheese purist, or you prefer to fill your hot sandwich with far-out ingredients, this upcoming food holiday is a day for everyone. National Grilled Cheese Day is on April 12 and we’ve found the best places to celebrate, recipes to try, and of course, we’ve got the ideal way to present Read the full article…