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Hot Food Packaging

Hot Food Packaging

Hot Food Packaging

Wholesale Hot Food Packaging for Takeaway & Delivery

Hot food packaging needs to do more than hold a meal. It must keep food hot and protect your presentation. It also needs to reduce leaks during delivery and handle steam well. At Supply Express, our hot food packaging range is built for fast-paced foodservice. We reliably supply takeaways, restaurants, cafés, and caterers. Food trucks and delivery kitchens across the UK also trust our products.

You can choose from cardboard, aluminium foil, or microwavable containers. We also offer compostable alternatives depending on your menu. Do you serve curries, pasta, or grilled foods? We also have great options for fried items, rice dishes, and pizza. You will find durable packaging that performs well from the kitchen to the customer.

Choose the Right Packaging for Your Hot Menu

Different hot foods need different packaging. Saucy dishes require leak-resistant containers. Crisp foods need better ventilation. Caterers often need maximum heat retention for transport. This is why we offer a mix of materials and formats. You can easily match the packaging to the way your food is cooked and packed.

Packaging Type Best Used For Key Material Benefits
Cardboard Food Containers Pasta, rice dishes, curries, and street food. Lightweight, easily recyclable, and offers solid insulation for takeaway delivery.
Compostable Bagasse Disposables Eco-conscious menus, hot street food, and takeaway meals. Made from sugarcane pulp. A great sustainable, plastic-free option for hot foods.
Microwavable Containers Reheatable meals, meal prep, and hot liquid-heavy dishes. Designed for secure closures, leak resistance, and customer reheating convenience.
Aluminium Foil Containers & Trays Grilled items, baked dishes, oven-finished foods, and catering. Provides excellent heat retention and high-heat performance for long-distance transport.
Eco-Friendly Pizza Boxes Takeaway pizzas, garlic breads, and delivery collections. Balances structural strength with airflow to reduce condensation and keep crusts crisp.
Disposable Plates & Platters Events, buffets, catering setups, and street food counters. Provides speed, convenience, and easy clean-up without compromising on food presentation.

Built for Takeaway, Delivery, and Catering

This category meets real-world foodservice needs. We focus on heat retention, leak resistance, stackability, and packing speed. Packaging consistency matters heavily if you run delivery during peak hours. Using the right container helps reduce spills. It protects your brand reputation. It also improves the customer experience from the first opening to the final bite.

Wholesale Supply for UK Food Businesses

We supply all products in this category in bulk quantities. This supports busy commercial kitchens and growing food businesses. You may need hot meal containers for daily takeaway orders. You might need larger volume pallets for catering and events. Supply Express can help you build a packaging setup that fits your operation perfectly.

Frequently Asked Questions

What packaging is best for hot takeaway food?

The best option depends on your specific menu. Cardboard and bagasse containers work well for standard hot meals. Foil trays offer maximum heat retention for baked dishes. Microwavable containers are the best choice for reheatable meal prep.

Is this hot food packaging suitable for delivery?

Yes. We select the packaging in this category to perform well for takeaway and delivery. These containers help maintain temperature and reduce leaks during transit.

Do you offer eco-friendly hot food packaging?

Yes, we offer a great sustainable range. You can choose from recyclable cardboard containers, compostable bagasse packaging, and eco-friendly pizza boxes. It depends entirely on what suits your food style.

Can hot food containers be used for reheating?

Many options are safe for reheating. This includes our microwavable plastic containers and our foil trays. Always check the individual product specifications on the page for correct usage.

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  • Bagasse Disposable Dinner Plate 7 Inch (Pack of 500)  Supply Express

    7-Inch Bagasse Plates Disposable & Compostable (1000 Plates)

    £34.19 Inc. VAT
    £28.49 Ex. VAT
    Compostable 7-Inch Bagasse Plates for Catering, Events & Food Service Choose 7-inch bagasse plates when you want a strong, plastic-free alternative to standard paper or foam plates. Made from natural sugarcane fibre (bagasse), these plates are...
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  • Bagasse Disposable Biodegradable 9-Inch Plates (Pack of 500)  Supply Express

    9-Inch Bagasse Dinner Plates ‚ Compostable (Pack of 500)

    £36.60 Inc. VAT
    £30.50 Ex. VAT
    Compostable 9-Inch Bagasse Dinner Plates for Catering, Events & Takeaway Serve meals in a more sustainable way with 9-inch (22.75cm) bagasse disposable dinner plates. Made from sugarcane fibre (bagasse), these plates are a practical plastic-free...
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  • 10 inch Round Bagasse Plate  (Pack of 500)  Supply Express

    10-Inch Bagasse Dinner Plates ‚ Compostable (Pack of 500)

    £45.60 Inc. VAT
    £38.00 Ex. VAT
    Compostable 10-Inch Bagasse Dinner Plates for Catering, Events & Takeaway Serve full meals with confidence using 10-inch (25.40 cm) bagasse dinner plates.They are strong and practical alternatives to plastic or foam disposables. Made from sugarcane...
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  • Bagasse 10 Inch 3 Compartment Plate - Disposable, Biodegradable -  Supply Express

    10inch 3-Compartment Bagasse Plate - Composable (Pack of 500)

    £46.56 Inc. VAT
    £38.80 Ex. VAT
    10" 3-Compartment Bagasse Plates for Takeaway Meals, Buffets & Catering Serve complete meals neatly with these 10-inch 3-compartment bagasse plates made from sugarcane fibre (bagasse). They are a strong, plastic-free option instead of standard...
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  • Paper Plate White [6 Inch] (15cm) - Pack of 1000  Supply Express

    White Paper Plates 6 Inch (15cm) ‚ Pack of 1000 Disposable

    £22.20 Inc. VAT
    £18.50 Ex. VAT
    White Paper Plates 6 Inch (15cm) – Pack of 1000 Disposable Upgrade Your Events with White 6-Inch Paper Plates Simplify your catering and event needs with Paper Plate White 6-Inch (15cm)—the ultimate disposable tableware solution. These...
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  • Paper Plate White [7inch] (18cm) (a pack of 1000)  Supply Express

    White Paper Plates 7 Inch (18cm) ‚ Pack of 1000 Disposable

    £29.39 Inc. VAT
    £24.49 Ex. VAT
    7 Inch White Paper Plates – Pack of 1000 Disposable Plates for Events & Catering Supply Express Paper Plates - Available in Various Sizes wide range of Paper Plates designed to meet the needs of any event or food service establishment...
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  • Paper Plate White [9 inch] (23cm) - Pack of 1000  Supply Express

    White Paper Plates 9 Inch (23cm) ‚ Pack of 1000 Disposable

    £37.20 Inc. VAT
    £31.00 Ex. VAT
    White Paper Plates 9 Inch (23cm) – Pack of 1000 Disposable Supply Express Paper Plates - Available in Various Sizes wide range of Paper Plates designed to meet the needs of any event or food service establishment. Our paper plates are a...
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  • Somoplast [828] Whole roasted Chicken takeaway Container - Pack of 100

    Somoplast 828 Whole Chicken Container Base 1500cc (Pack of 100)

    Somoplast Food and Drink Packaging Range

    £27.48 Inc. VAT
    £22.90 Ex. VAT
    Whole Chicken Takeaway Tray Base for Roasted Chicken (Somoplast 828) In stock. Present your roast chicken in premium, food-grade packaging with the Somoplast 828 whole chicken container base (Pack of 100). The sturdy black base and ridged design help...
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  • GPI Cookipack [COVCOOK1250TP] Clear PP Lid (320 Pcs)

    GPI Cookipack Clear PP Lid COVCOOK1250TP (Pack of 320)

    Somoplast Food and Drink Packaging Range

    £52.80 Inc. VAT
    £44.00 Ex. VAT
    Clear PP Lid for GPI Cookipack 1250cc Black Container (COVCOOK1250TP) In stock. The GPI Cookipack clear PP lid (COVCOOK1250TP) is designed to fit the matching GPI Cookipack 1250cc black microwavable container, helping you close meals securely for...
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  • GPI Cookipack [COOK1250N] Black Microwavable Container 1250cc (320 Pcs)

    GPI Cookipack Black Microwavable Container 1250cc Base (Pack of 320)

    Somoplast Food and Drink Packaging Range

    £57.60 Inc. VAT
    £48.00 Ex. VAT
    1250cc GPI Cookipack Black Microwave Container – Bases Only (Pack of 320) In stock. Improve your takeaway and food delivery packaging with the GPI Cookipack black microwavable container base (1250cc). Made from strong, food-grade PP plastic, these...
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  • Somoplast [782L] Clear Microwavable Lid (a pack of 260)

    Somoplast [782L] Clear Microwavable just Lids ( pack of 260)

    Somoplast Food and Drink Packaging Range

    £33.00 Inc. VAT
    £27.50 Ex. VAT
    Clear Lid for Somoplast 782 Black Microwavable Container (782L) In stock. The Somoplast 782L clear microwavable lid (Pack of 260) is designed to fit the matching Somoplast 782 black microwavable container base (750cc). Use it to keep meals protected,...
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  • Somoplast [782] Black Oval Microwavable Container [750cc]

    Somoplast 782 Black Microwavable Container Base 750cc (Pack of 260)

    Somoplast Food and Drink Packaging Range

    £39.00 Inc. VAT
    £32.50 Ex. VAT
    Black One-Compartment Microwavable Container Base (Somoplast 782, 750cc) In stock. The Somoplast 782 Black Microwavable Container (base only) is a strong, professional option for takeaway, delivery and meal prep. Made from high-quality PP plastic, it is...
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  • Sabert DOMED LID - for Square Pulp Plat 16 inche. [PUL52916F025] 9cm hight. Lids Only - Pack of 25

    Sabert Domed Lid for 36cm Square Pulp Platter, 9cm H -25 Lids

    Sabert

    £32.40 Inc. VAT
    £27.00 Ex. VAT
    Clear Domed PET Lid for 36cm Square Pulp Platters (9cm High) In stock. The Sabert Domed Lid PUL52916F025 fits compatible 36cm square pulp platters. It helps protect food and present it professionally. It is ideal for catering, events, buffets, and...
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  • Sabert COMC935247G25C , Gourmet 7 Compartment Platters & Lids 35x24x7cm (Pack OF 25 Set)

    Sabert COMC935247G25 Gourmet 7 Compartments - 25 Base & Lids

    Sabert

    £36.00 Inc. VAT
    £30.00 Ex. VAT
    Sabert Gourmet 7 Compartment Platters & Lids 35x24x7cm  base 4cm and lids 3 cm height (Pack OF 25 Set) Combo Box of 7 compartment buffet platter base and clear plastic lid. Black PET platter with safe closing system for tight seal on lid. Easy...
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  • Hotpack Clear Dome Lids for Rectangular 4-Compartment Container Just lids 200 Pieces

    Hotpack Clear 4-Compartment Dome lids ( pack of 200)

    Somoplast Food and Drink Packaging Range

    £52.80 Inc. VAT
    £44.00 Ex. VAT
    Hotpack Clear Lid for Hotpack 4-Compartment Container MC63 (Pack of 200) Upgrade your meal prep and takeaway service with the Hotpack clear lid designed for the Hotpack 4-compartment container (Code: MC63). Built for busy foodservice environments, this...
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  • Hotpack Black Base Rectangular 4-Compartment Container 200 Pieces

    Hotpack 4-Compartment Black Meal Containers - Pack of 200

    Somoplast Food and Drink Packaging Range

    £57.60 Inc. VAT
    £48.00 Ex. VAT
    Hotpack Black Base Rectangular 4-Compartment Container (Pack of 200) Durable, Recyclable & Versatile 4-Compartment Containers Upgrade your food packaging with the Hotpack Black Base Rectangular 4-Compartment Container, perfect for takeaways, meal...
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  • Somoplast [837] Black Microwavable Container [900cc] Just bases (a pack of 300)

    Somoplast [837] Black food Container [900cc] - (Pack of 300

    Somoplast Food and Drink Packaging Range

    £54.36 Inc. VAT
    £45.30 Ex. VAT
    Somoplast [837] Black Microwavable Container [900cc] Just Base (a pack of 300)Dimention 23 x 17 x 5 cmJust Base Lids should be ordered from related products100% recyclable and made from a high quality PP plastic. These one compartment microwave and oven...
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  • Somoplast [837/838 L] Clear Microwavable just Lids (a pack of 300)

    Somoplast 837/838L Clear PP Microwavable Lids (300 Pack)

    Somoplast Food and Drink Packaging Range

    £38.40 Inc. VAT
    £32.00 Ex. VAT
    Clear PP Microwavable Lids for Somoplast 837 & 838 Containers In stock. The Somoplast 837/838L clear PP lids are designed to fit the matching Somoplast 837 (900cc) and Somoplast 838 (750cc) black microwavable container bases. These clear microwave...
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  • Somoplast [838] Black Microwavable Container [750cc] Just Base (a pack of 300)

    Somoplast [838] Black food Container [750cc] ( pack of 300)

    Somoplast Food and Drink Packaging Range

    £50.39 Inc. VAT
    £41.99 Ex. VAT
    Somoplast [838] Black Microwavable Container [750cc] (a pack of 300) Dimention 23 x 17 x 3.5 cm Just Base Lids should be ordered from related products 100% recyclable and made from a high quality PP plastic. These one compartment microwave and...
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  • Somoplast 818 Clear 3 comp Microwavable Lid (just lids) Packs of 260pcs

    Somoplast 818 Clear 3-Comp Microwavable Lid (Pack of 260)

    Somoplast Food and Drink Packaging Range

    £41.99 Inc. VAT
    £34.99 Ex. VAT
    Clear 3-Compartment Microwavable Lids for Somoplast 818 Bases (Pack of 260) In stock. The Somoplast 818 clear 3-compartment microwavable lids (Pack of 260) fit the matching Somoplast 818 black 3-compartment bases. They provide a secure cover for...
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