Catering Becomes a Weekly Line Item for Companies

Summer is one of the busiest seasons in foodservice, accounting for roughly 25% of annual restaurant sales. But 2026 is bringing new pressures (and new opportunities) operators can't afford to ignore. We pulled together everything you need to make the most of the season in one place: Sunny Side Up: Summer Foodservice Trends. Whether you're refining your LTO calendar or stocking up for back-to-school, this one's built to help operators serve an endless summer of satisfied customers. Download the free guide here: https://ow.ly/kc2s50Z18yk

Combo meals are having a comeback! Diners want value they can see, and operators want a way to showcase it. A well-designed food packaging solution should highlight the brand, protect the food, and make the delicious deal feel like one. Our Spring Spotlight has more on how operators are getting creative with value for the cost-conscious consumer: https://ow.ly/WjN950Zabi2 #foodservice #valuemeals #foodpackaging

When a customer opens their delivery order, the packaging is their first impression of your brand, even before the first bite. Sabert's SVP of Innovation, Ricardo De Genova shares with QSR five practical ways food packaging shapes the QSR dining experience, and why a collaborative approach to packaging strategy pays off for operators and customers alike. https://ow.ly/aGfh50YvvRz

These last few years, foodservice and packaging have been defined by four themes: sustainability, convenience, experience, and transparency. Our CEO, Paul W. McCann shares his insights with Packaging Digest, taking a closer look at how these themes will continue to evolve and what should be on every operator's radar. https://lnkd.in/e3CAHNME

Food packaging should be a priority, not an afterthought. Recent research from Datassential found there was a direct correlation between better packaging and higher food quality ratings. That means if meals are soggy, cold, or leaky, customers will take notice and take their wallets elsewhere. Here are a few ways you can win by packaging up the experience. Want more? Read the latest issue of Spotlight for more strategies to help you succeed in the takeout era. https://lnkd.in/eJDF2vQU

Senior Director, Product Management here at Sabert, Alexus Medina, spoke with NACS Magazine about what C-stores should keep in mind when it comes to foodservice packaging. She sees packaging performance as a three-part requirement: stackability, temperature management, and merchandising ability because "to-go" doesn't always mean "to eat now." Read more in the July issue: https://ow.ly/Zysk50Zm5RP #FoodservicePackaging #PackagingInnovation #FoodPackaging

In celebration of the summer's biggest international soccer tournament, food will be at the center of the field and at home. According to Datassential, nearly half of soccer fan viewers say they are very likely to order more takeout or delivery than usual during the tournament. Make sure to stock up on these sustainable food packaging solutions that will show up strong for fans not just on game days but all summer long. Check out latest edition of our summer foodservice trends report that breaks down key trends shaping summer 2026 menus, beverage programs, and catering pipelines. https://ow.ly/vtui50ZaAAr #soccer #foodtrends #foodservicetrends #foodpackaging

“Our industry faced a wave of market dynamics this year and started to see the first real economic impacts of sustainability legislation,” said Paul W. McCann, CEO of Sabert Corporation. “These changes are challenging foodservice operators to rethink everything from material choices to supply chain strategy. By working closely with our customers and partners across the globe, we’re able to anticipate what’s next to deliver sustainable and innovative food packaging solutions that are ready to meet the needs of today and the opportunities of tomorrow’s market.” #FoodTrends #FoodPackaging #FoodRetail 🔗 https://ow.ly/Oryc50YVgPN 📸 Sabert Corporation

Spring catering season is here and the bar for presentation has never been higher. Experiential events are reshaping what customers expect from catered gatherings. Upscale picnics, al fresco dinners, rooftop celebrations. The packaging you choose plays a bigger role in that experience than you might think. Alexus Medina, our Senior Director of Product Management, breaks down how catering companies can use packaging to protect food quality, build brand presence, and meet growing sustainability expectations, without sacrificing the visual wow factor. #CateringTrends #EventCatering #FoodPackaging Read more at CFE News: https://ow.ly/iyyJ50YGrCT

It's here! Today, we released our 2026 Foodservice Packaging Trends Report. Our teams deliver their takes on how sustainability, value, and innovation are reshaping the foodservice industry. This year, we've tapped our teams in Europe and Asia-Pacific for on-the-ground updates, covering everything from evolving regulations and consumer expectations in their markets. Download the report today to see what's next for the foodservice industry: https://ow.ly/8mo150Xj2N5 #foodservicetrends #2026trends #foodpackaging #sustainablepackaging #foodservice