Paper Straws vs PLA Straws: What is the Best Sustainable Option?
By Hello Straw Product Team Last updated: January 2026 Choosing the right drinking straw has become a strategic decision for cafés, restaurants, hotels, stadiums, and event operators. Across Europe and the UK, sustainability expectations are rising while regulations around single-use plastics continue to tighten. For businesses, this often creates confusion, especially when choosing between paper […]
Paper Forks for Cup Noodles: Sustainable In-Pack Cutlery Solution
By Hello Straw Product TeamLast updated: January 2026 As sustainability reshapes food packaging worldwide, the instant noodle and cup food industry continues to innovate, yet one key element of true convenience is still missing. Most cup foods are sold without any in-pack cutlery, meaning they cannot easily be eaten on the go. A similar challenge […]
Paper Chopsticks: The Eco-Friendly Alternative to Wood
As a utensil, chopsticks are a staple for many of our favourite cuisines. From sushi and dumplings to bowls of noodles, their use is widespread. Today, paper chopsticks are emerging as a sustainable solution within the wider shift toward disposable paper-based foodservice products. Specifically it is estimated 80 billion disposable chopsticks are used every year. […]
Goodbye Plastic Spoons: Paper Utensils for Yoghurt & Pots
The era of plastic spoons as a staple for frozen yogurt shops and takeaway desserts is coming to an end. You heard us. People are finally recognizing that the 40 billion pieces of single-use plastic cutlery consumed each year are doing far more harm than good. And it’s not just consumers waking up to the […]
Paper Utensils: The Eco-Friendly Alternative to Plastic Cutlery
The average person spends around 74 minutes each day eating; that’s more than an hour devoted to food, whether it’s at the dining table or in a restaurant. And a growing share of those meals now come from the “eat and collect culture,” or, as we more commonly call it, takeaway. From ordering Chinese food […]
Paper Cutlery for Airlines: Making the Switch in 2025
The airline industry is cruising into a new area, a shift toward more sustainable in-flight catering practices, with paper and compostable cutlery playing a central role. Where sustainability is no longer an option, but an essential destination. With environmental concerns intensifying rapidly, airlines are now under increasing pressure to re-think every aspect of their in-flight […]
How Paper Cutlery Helps Solve Airline Sustainability
Airlines are giving “in-flight sustainability” a whole new meaning. Today, it’s not just about serving meals efficiently — it’s about what those meals are served in. From trays to cutlery, every material choice now impacts safety, fuel efficiency, and even how a brand is perceived. While regulations have nudged airlines toward compostable and recyclable options, […]
Food-Safe Paper Pouches: Packaging Solutions for the F&B Industry
In today’s fast-changing food and beverage (F&B) industry, packaging does more than just contain food — it shapes customer experience, strengthens brand identity, and signals environmental responsibility. Among eco-friendly options, paper food pouches have become a reliable, eco-friendly choice that blends functionality, hygiene, and attractive design. What Are Food-Safe Paper Pouches? Paper food pouches are […]
Everything You Need to Know About Paper Ice Cream Sticks
Did you know that the popsicle concept was invented back in 1905, by accident? An 11-year-old boy named Frank Epperson left a soda mixture with a stirring stick outside overnight. It froze, and voilà, the first popsicle was born! Fast forward to today, and frozen treats on sticks have become a global obsession. For us […]
Paper Plates vs Washing Dishes: Which Is More Eco-Friendly?
When it comes to mealtime cleanup, most people face the same choice: spend time at the sink or reach for a disposable plate. Traditional dishware can be reused but it consumes water, detergent, and electricity with every wash. Paper plates, especially those made from recycled or compostable materials, skip that resource drain entirely. For busy […]