Serving Up Seasonal Success: Food Packaging Tips for Fall & Winter LTOs

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It’s the holiday season, and for foodservice, it’s a key opportunity: the right packaging can make seasonal and limited-time offers (LTOs) even more appealing, boosting sales and customer excitement. Stores and eating establishments are showcasing fall and winter-inspired flavors, using seasonal menus and LTOs to create that "try it before it's gone" urgency. According to Checkmate's “Restaurants Catering: Key Statistics and Trends for 2025 and Beyond,” 72% of businesses report that offering seasonal or limited-time items has increased their overall revenue. Thoughtful packaging helps these limited-time offerings feel fresh, seasonal, and inviting to customers.

Pair seasonal flavors with thoughtful, elevated packaging to make LTOs feel special and encourage trial. Use special holiday prints or premium materials to enhance customer experience and operational efficiency. Treat packaging as a tool to delight customers and build buzz that drives repeat business.

How Food Packaging Can Support Seasonal and LTO Menus:

  • Showcase the Season: Custom-printed packaging with festive colors, designs, or limited-edition labels immediately signals that the offering is a special one.
  • Maintain Quality: Durable, protective packaging keeps flavors and textures at their best.
  • Elevate the Experience: LTOs are the perfect time to try premium packaging, whether it’s the design or material.
  • Simplify Handling: Stackable, portion-specific, or easy-to-transport designs make it easier to prep and serve items that sell quickly during high-demand seasonal periods.

Use seasonal menus and LTOs to excite customers and stand out. The right packaging makes limited-time offers feel fresh, premium, and memorable.