Meet: Mangles Bay Jerky Co. Mangles Bay Jerky Co. is a Western Australian family-owned business crafting handcrafted Pinoy-style beef jerky inspired by authentic Filipino flavours, treasured famil...
Food Packaging for Gifting and Special Occasions
By Monique, Founder of PackQueen · Food Packaging Strategy · 10 min read 3 Things You'll Take Away From This Article ➡ In food gifting, packaging is not secondary to the product — it is half the ...
By Monique, Founder of PackQueen · Food Packaging · 8 min read 3 Things You'll Take Away From This Article ➡ There is no single 'right' food packaging — but there is a right packaging for your sp...
Food Packaging for Farmers Markets and Pop-Ups: How to Look Professional Without a Big Budget
By Monique, Founder of PackQueen · Food Packaging · 8 min read 3 Things You'll Take Away From This Article ➡ Farmers market and pop-up packaging has one job that all other food packaging doesn't:...
Mother's Day Food Gifting: How to Package Sweet Treats That Feel Like a Luxury Gift
By Monique, Founder of PackQueen · Food Packaging · 8 min read 3 Things You'll Take Away From This Article ➡ Mother's Day is the single most important gifting opportunity of the year for Australi...
By Monique, Founder of PackQueen · Food Packaging · 8 min read 3 Things You'll Take Away From This Article ➡ The custom standup pouch has become the go-to packaging format for artisan and special...
Custom Carry Packs: Why Your Food Business's Most-Seen Packaging Should Also Be Your Best-Looking
By Monique, Founder of PackQueen · Food Packaging · 8 min read 3 Things You'll Take Away From This Article ➡ The custom carry pack is the most visible piece of packaging your food business produc...
Food and Hamper Trays: How to Present Gift Sets and Party Platters Like a Professional
By Monique, Founder of PackQueen · Food Packaging · 8 min read 3 Things You'll Take Away From This Article ➡ The tray is the foundation of every great food presentation — and most businesses unde...
Carry Pack Packaging: The Unsung Hero of Food Retail That's Doing More Than You Think
By Monique, Founder of PackQueen · Food Packaging · 8 min read 3 Things You'll Take Away From This Article ➡ The carry pack is the most underestimated piece of packaging in food retail. While mos...
Food Packaging Compliance in Australia: What Every Business Needs to Know in 2026
By Monique, Founder of PackQueen · Packaging Strategy · 8 min read 3 Things You'll Take Away From This Article ➡ Food packaging compliance in Australia is more complex than most businesses re...
Packaging Solutions for the Food Industry
The food industry demands packaging solutions that not only protect the product but also enhance its appeal. In this blog post, we will explore packaging ideas and solutions specifically designed f...
How to Package Food Gifts for Christmas: Creative Tips for Your Presents
Hi, I’m Monique—founder of PackQueen, mum of two, and a lifelong lover of Christmas baking. There’s something incredibly special about gifting food during the holidays. Whether it’s a dozen shortb...
Types of Food Packaging: Choosing the Right Option for Your Products
Food packaging plays a crucial role in preserving freshness, ensuring food safety, and enticing consumers. It not only protects your product during storage and transport but also serves as a market...
The Four Things You Wish You Knew Before You Placed a Wholesale Order for Food Packaging
At our business-to-business blog, we offer insights and advice to help you navigate the complicated process of wholesale food packaging. Learn the four key things to keep in mind before placing you...
Smart Tips: How to Package Food for Business Success
Welcome to our business-to-business blog, where we delve into the art and science of packaging food for success. In this edition, we provide you with smart tips and strategies to help you crea...
Proven Steps: How to Package and Sell a Food Product
In this edition of our business-to-business blog, we guide you through the proven steps to successfully package and sell your food product. From choosing the right packaging materials to designing...
Food Packaging and Safety in Australia: A Guide for Businesses
Whether you’re just starting out in the food industry or have been in business for years, choosing the right food-safe packaging is critical. Not only does it protect your products and maintain fr...
Food and Beverage Packaging Basics: What Small Business Owners Need to Know
Navigating food and drink packaging options? This guide covers the essentials small business owners need to choose the right materials. Learn about different types of packaging for security, brand...
Crafting Eco-Solutions: How to Make Biodegradable Food Packaging
Biodegradable food packaging is more than a trend—it's a smart, sustainable business move. This guide explores how to make biodegradable food packaging, the materials involved, and why switching to...
Biodegradable Food Packaging - Is it Safe to Use?
More businesses are prioritising sustainability, and biodegradable food-safe packaging has become a popular choice for brands wanting to reduce their environmental impact. However, when it comes t...
5 Ways to Use Food & Hamper Trays at Your Next Event
Hosting an event? Food and hamper trays are versatile items that can elevate your next gathering. Discover 5 creative ways to use these trays for serving appetizers, organizing supplies, displayi...
The Challenges of Producing Sustainable Food Packaging
Creating food packaging that's better for the environment is an admirable goal, but it comes with difficulties. This post explores the complexities companies face when attempting to produce truly ...
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Customer Spotlight: How Mangles Bay Jerky Co. is Bringing Filipino Flavours to Australia with Premium Packaging
Meet: Mangles Bay Jerky Co. Mangles Bay Jerky Co. is a Western Australian family-owned business crafting handcrafted Pinoy-style beef jerky inspired by authentic Filipino flavours, treasured...
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Food Packaging for Gifting and Special Occasions
In food gifting, packaging is not secondary to the product — it is half the product. Gift buyers are purchasing the presentation as much as what's...
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How to Choose the Right Food Packaging for Your Product: A Category-by-Category Guide for Australian Food Businesses
There is no single 'right' food packaging — but there is a right packaging for your specific product, your specific business model, and your specific customer....
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Food Packaging for Farmers Markets and Pop-Ups: How to Look Professional Without a Big Budget
Farmers market and pop-up packaging has one job that all other food packaging doesn't: it needs to convert a browser into a buyer in under three...
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Mother's Day Food Gifting: How to Package Sweet Treats That Feel Like a Luxury Gift
Mother's Day is the single most important gifting opportunity of the year for Australian food businesses — and most are leaving significant revenue on the table....
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Custom Standup Pouches: The Food Packaging Format That's Taking Farmer's Markets and Retail Shelves by Storm
The custom standup pouch has become the go-to packaging format for artisan and specialty food brands across Australia. If you're still using plain bags or generic...
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Custom Carry Packs: Why Your Food Business's Most-Seen Packaging Should Also Be Your Best-Looking
The custom carry pack is the most visible piece of packaging your food business produces — yet most businesses treat it as an afterthought. Your carry...
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Food and Hamper Trays: How to Present Gift Sets and Party Platters Like a Professional
The tray is the foundation of every great food presentation — and most businesses underestimate its impact. Whether it's a grazing board, a corporate hamper, a...
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Carry Pack Packaging: The Unsung Hero of Food Retail That's Doing More Than You Think
The carry pack is the most underestimated piece of packaging in food retail. While most food businesses focus their packaging attention on the product container, the...
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Food Packaging Compliance in Australia: What Every Business Needs to Know in 2026
Food packaging compliance in Australia is more complex than most businesses realise. Between FSANZ requirements, state-level regulations, labelling rules and sustainability obligations, the compliance landscape has...
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Packaging Solutions for the Food Industry
The food industry demands packaging solutions that not only protect the product but also enhance its appeal. In this blog post, we will explore packaging ideas...
Read more →
How to Package Food Gifts for Christmas: Creative Tips for Your Presents
Hi, I’m Monique—founder of PackQueen, mum of two, and a lifelong lover of Christmas baking. There’s something incredibly special about gifting food during the holidays. Whether...
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