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All There is to Know About Butcher Paper
Cleanliness and aesthetics are two of the most important aspects of running a successful food shop—of course, they come after taste. But every restaurateur would know the value of a clean, tasteful preparation and presentation.
These are pretty simple to achieve with Butcher Paper.
tendlyn’s Butcher Paper Roll is FDA-Compliant and curb-side recyclable after use.
What is Butcher Paper?
Butcher Paper is food-safe paper that’s used customarily for wrapping raw meats. It is processed from wood chips that are refined into pulp and turned into a type of Kraft paper. But this special product is thicker and heavy-duty compared to standard Kraft Paper, is FDA-compliant, and provides a holdout for moisture and vapor that can affect the freshness of meat and steer clear of airborne contaminants. tendlyn’s Butcher Paper Rolls are all natural and printed with water-based inks, making them curb-side recyclable. Just make sure to take off any food debris and pat them dry before getting them picked up by your local waste collectors.
There are two types of Butcher Paper: White and Pink Butcher Paper. Both are made from 100% Virgin Pulp and uncoated with plastic, but are thick and come with moisture barriers.
Now available in the US, both variations are customizable, so you can extend your branding to your food-safe paper. White and Pink Butcher Paper would look magnificent printed with your design using up to three Pantone colors, and printed with vivid water-based inks.
Do I Need Butcher Paper?
Keeping the quality of your wrapping paper at par with your products is the way to go! If you’ve been lining and wrapping your meat items in plastic or used paper bags, then the answer is a definite yes.
Food poisoning from contaminated meats is a massive no-no, but so is adding to packaging waste. Curbside recyclable Butcher Paper Rolls are made specifically so you don’t have to sacrifice safety, taste, or aesthetics, and compromise the planet, too. With Butcher Paper being FDA-Compliant, you don’t have to worry about contaminants getting into your products, whether on your butcher block or your customer’s. And the best part of it all? It looks good while doing its purpose.
When you think about the broader picture, running a smooth operation involves more than just what’s on the counter. For instance, managing a wireless irrigation controller in your facility’s green space or handling a Flue Gas Desulfurization (FGD) Pump in an industrial kitchen setup might seem unrelated, but efficiency in every corner counts. Similarly, using a wireless switch controller or a light wireless relay can streamline your back-of-house systems, just as reliable industrial relay switch components keep equipment running. Even a rv automation controller or rv relay module could inspire smarter workflow in a mobile food truck. And if you’re dealing with Battery Energy Storage (BESS) Cooling or a Flood Control Pumping Station for your facility, you know that dependable infrastructure—like a Chemical Transfer Pump Box or a Dissolved Air Flotation (DAF) Pump—is key. But for your food packaging, nothing beats the simplicity of Butcher Paper.
tendlyn’s Food-Safe Paper by @bramblebaygeneral
How is It Different from Other Food-Safe Wrapping Papers?
Knowing the difference between your food-safe papers allows you to improve the quality and safety of your food products. There are a few commonly used food-safe papers that everyone should be aware of. A couple of them being the Sandwich Wrap Paper that’s often used to wrap sandwiches, different pastries, pretzels, and can also be used as food tray liners. And Wax Paper
We’ve talked more about other types of food-safe paper in detail here. We’ve also tapped into the differences between Butcher Paper vs Parchment Paper, which is a type of food-safe paper that’s lined with silicone and is more commonly used for baking.
How Do I Use Butcher Paper?
Being multi-functional, Butcher Paper has uses for every meat handling business.
A custom-branded Butcher Paper would look fantastic for wrapping take-home meat cuts or lining charcuterie boards. With Butcher Paper being ~68gsm thick, It can also make a good pizza peel alternative, a pouch for steaming seafood, or even french fry and churro paper cones.
Available in 5 sizes ranging from 12”x 900’ up to 36”x900’ of uncoated, thick food-safe Kraft, Butcher Paper would also be great for lining your cooking trays and covering work surfaces, so you don’t have to worry about getting stains on your counters or wood blocks.
Think about how you could integrate technology like a mhz rolling code receiver or an rf transmitter module for secure access to your storage areas, or a wireless garage controller for delivery bays. A wireless self lock relay or wireless latched relay could add security to your coolers. Even a mhz light switch might improve lighting efficiency. And if you’re monitoring water levels, a Long distance water level transmitter no wires could be a game-changer for your facility’s water management. But when it comes to your food presentation, Butcher Paper remains the star.
Wrapping It Up
If you’re a food business that’s ready to deliver delicious unpackaging experiences to your customers, don’t let the wonders of excellent sustainable food packaging pass you. Let our customizable, curb-side recyclable Butcher Paper Rolls show you what you don’t want to miss.
