A Guide to the Best Paper to Wrap Sandwiches and Hot Food

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If you own or work in a takeout restaurant, food truck, or bakery, you’ll know how important it is to make sure that your food is well-wrapped. Quality wrapping paper keeps food fresh and delicious while also making a good impression on your customers. After all, you only get one chance to impress them for the first time, make it count, and they'll keep coming back!

Let’s touch on everything you need to know about sandwich wrap paper. We'll cover what it is, what food products go best with it, and what businesses should look for when choosing a sandwich wrap paper.

What is Sandwich Wrap Paper?

Sandwich paper is a type of deli paper designed for wrapping different types of cooked or fresh goods. The ideal sandwich wrap paper is both grease-resistant and moisture-resistant. This ensures that your food stays fresh and delicious without the paper getting soggy from oils or moisture.

What food products go best with sandwich wrap paper?

Sandwich wrap paper is most commonly used to wrap delicious bread sammies, of course! But the beauty of this type of packaging is its versatility. You can use sandwich wrap paper to package all sorts of different food items, not just for wrapping bread-based items. Here are some of our favorite examples:

• Burgers
• Donuts
• Cookies
• Hot dogs
• Tacos
• Fried chicken
• Barbecue
• Potato chips
• Bakery Goods
• Pastries

Really, the possibilities are endless! If you're packaging food that is best served hot and fresh, sandwich wrap paper is a great option to keep food secure and tasty.

Can deli wrap be used as food basket liners?

Deli sandwich wrap paper is so versatile that you don’t even need to use it for wrapping if you don’t want to! It also functions great as a food basket liner for French fries, mozzarella sticks, cookies, and so much more. Using deli wrap as a food basket liner at your restaurant enhances the customer dine-in experience by promoting hygiene, preventing sogginess and enhancing aesthetic appeal.

Check out more food basket liner paper.

What should businesses look for in a sandwich wrap paper?

When choosing a sandwich wrap paper for your business, look for these great benefits.

Grease resistance

The first and most important thing to look for is grease resistance. You want to make sure that your sandwich paper is thick enough to stand up to all the grease and moisture that comes with packaging hot or warm food. Otherwise, you run the risk of your paper getting soggy or oily, which is unappealing and can also affect your food's taste.

Heat resistance

Another non-negotiable when choosing sandwich paper is heat resistance. If you're packaging burgers or other hot food, your sandwich wrap paper must be able to withstand and retain warmth. Otherwise, you risk the paper melting and sticking to your customer’s meal.

Customizability

Another factor to consider is customizability. At noissue, we offer food-grade, fully customizable food wrapping paper. That means letting your brand be the star of the show by choosing your own designs, colors, and logos to be printed. It's a great way to make your packaging more unique and personal.

You might also have specific size requirements for your business. If so, make sure to choose a sandwich wrap paper that you can customize to your specific needs.

Sustainability

It’s important to lead by example and not create excess waste in the hospitality industry that you pass on to customers. Consider choosing an environmentally responsible sandwich wrap paper that can be recycled or composted, like noissue’s, which are printed on paper sourced from FSC-certified forests and with water-based inks.

Safety

Finally, you want to make sure that your sandwich wrap paper is safe. Make sure to choose a foodsafe paper that is free of harmful chemicals. These can contaminate your food and be dangerous for your customers.

4 of the best sandwich wrap papers for food and delivery businesses

Wondering what to wrap sandwiches in? Let’s take a look at some of the best paper options on the market.

1. Food wrapping paper

noissue's Food Wrapping Paper is made of uncoated paper, which doesn't have a shiny or coated finish. With the fibers of the paper left exposed, it is more breathable and less likely to cause condensation. This makes it ideal for wrapping hot food items. It’s also sustainable as it doesn’t have a plastic coating, making it a good choice for eco-friendly businesses.

2. Coated Kraft paper

Coated kraft paper is made of thick paper that is coated with a layer of wax or plastic. You've probably seen this type of paper used to package metal or glass items.

Coated kraft paper is a good option for food businesses because it is grease-resistant and moisture-resistant. It's also very sturdy, making it great for packaging heavier food items like burgers or fried chicken.

3. Butcher paper

Like Kraft paper, butcher paper is a type of packing paper often used in butcher shops to wrap meat. The difference is that it's uncoated and has been engineered to absorb blood and other liquids, making it perfect for packaging raw meat.

Butcher paper is a good option for food businesses that need the sturdiness and grease resistance of Kraft paper but with the added absorbency of uncoated paper. Check out noissue’s Custom Butcher Paper Roll.

4. Wax paper

Wax paper is made of thin paper that is coated with a layer of wax. It's often used in candy making or to wrap delicate baked goods like cookies or doughnuts. Its main appeal is its moisture-resistant properties.

Wax paper is a good option for food businesses because it is grease-resistant and moisture-resistant. However, it's important to note that wax paper is not heat-resistant. So, if you're packaging hot food items, you'll want to choose another option.

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