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Planetgards Compostable Gloves – a Perfect Fit for Dining Services In recent years, university hospitality institutions have increasingly turned their focus toward sustainability, highlighting interconnection between global food production, environmental impact, food selections, and student health. This dedication has given rise to various sustainability initiatives, ranging from

Addressing Concerns with Ghost Kitchens Whether a ghost, cloud, or dark kitchen – the possibilities and attractiveness of a low-overhead enterprise continue to abound in 2025.  Concerns have been steadily raised over this business model, however, in two key aspects: hygiene and presentation.  Handgards®, ever ready with

Planetgards Compostable Gloves: A Significant Step The issue of food waste looms large in every kitchen across the nation, casting a shadow over the sustainability efforts of the restaurant and supermarket industry.   The very idea of “zero waste” seems daunting, but a strategic approach is gradual change

Catering to Smart and Healthy Choices The landscape of snacking is undergoing a shift, transcending age demographics and dietary requirements. From school-age children needing nourishment between classes to adults managing their dietary needs, including those on weight loss drugs, the demand has pivoted to healthier, protein-packed options

Tiny Sizes, Maximum Return The trend of everything mini was on the rise throughout 2024 and will certainly continue in 2025.  The realm of miniature cocktails, appetizers, and more has come to stay.  Serving as a canvas for showcasing creative culinary and mixology skills, it also serves

Capture the Flavor: All-New LD Seafood Bags The Issue & The Solution The seafood and Cajun dining segments many times turn to mesh bags for cooking seafood. While this method is favored for its ability to infuse flavor and texture into the seafood, it often results in

Rising Seafood Options, Continued Need for Protective Equipment The Rise of Seafood Options In recent years, the allure of seafood has captured the palates of diners across the nation. The delectable array of seafood options gracing menus has continually increased. From succulent shrimp and flaky salmon to

Introducing the Future of Food Service Handgards® has once again set the standard for innovation and excellence with the re-launch of our all-new Planetgards® Compostable Gloves, now presented in smaller packaging.  Biodegradable Products Institute (BPI) certified, FDA compliant, and commercially compostable, Planetgards are designed with the planet

One fell swoop: Reduce food expenses, overhead, and labor costs with Pangards® On the forefront of any operator’s mind these first months of 2025 have been two main issues: labor and sales.  Reducing costs while retaining labor and maintaining quality of product and service is undoubtedly a

A Partnership to Grow and Nurture Joining Forces, Forging a Diversified Foodservice-Solutions Platform  Handgards LLC (“Handgards”), a leading distributor of foodservice products such as disposable gloves, reclosable bags, and expendables, and a portfolio company of Wynnchurch Capital, L.P., has announced the acquisition of Inno-Pak LLC, a portfolio