(Part 3) Best food service equipment & supplies according to redditors

Well I hate to inform you but...

$29 on Amazon will get you an "impulse sealer".
https://www.amazon.com/Metronic-Impulse-Sealer-Sealing-Machine/dp/B07T473CBY

All you need for a "professional seal". It's what they do use. But anyone can do it. Same way they seal Mylar bags, plastic bags, anything and everything packaging wise is sealed with one.

I really like this one. It holds bags flat and vertically and will hold most pizza boxes.this

A few ideas:

1. Make a track to set them in. Build something with 3 pieces of wood or find something you can reuse, plastic edging etc.
   
2. Taking a stroll around a hardware store might help you find something out.
   
3. If you know someone with a 3D printer, they might be able to make you a stand.
   
4. Final idea, maybe a clip with a screw hole? Simple Smart Stainless Steel Chip Bag Clips Multi-pack of 12-6 with magnets 6 with holes, For Home, School and Office use https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07SJRJ1BS/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_uSr1DbKQP83MP

Why don't you just buy these?
http://www.amazon.com/160-ounce-Jello-Shot-Souffle/product-reviews/B004IALV0G/ref=dp_top_cm_cr_acr_txt?ie=UTF8&showViewpoints=1

From reading the reviews, it doesn't seem like leaking is a problem.

I use a 48" x 30" stainless steel prep table on casters, like what one might find in a restaurant kitchen or science lab. It was about $130 on Amazon (IIRC). I don't regret the expense one bit. I love it, and I almost wish I had gone with a 5' table rather than the 4'. Whatever you choose, be sure to give yourself plenty of room to set down things like your pizza peels, serving trays, tongs, gloves, etc.

More on why the prep table is awesome: The stainless wipes clean easily and looks nice with the Ooni Pro, which is also stainless. It has a shelf that hovers several inches above the ground and holds a plastic tote full of grilling tools, plus two types of charcoal and two bags of wood. As the table complies with NSF standards, there are many extra shelves and hooks available to customize the storage space, though I haven't availed myself of those yet. Casters allow me to roll the whole setup inside during the winter to prevent rust, but I can just as easily roll it outside to light up the oven anytime I want.

In short, the ease of use and attractive appearance of the stainless prep table option might keep you from ever getting out your bricks and mortar. Enjoy your oven!

Edit: added links in first paragraph.

i'm striving for this as well. my wedding is more of a backyard bbq, so it may be a little different than a traditional wedding. we're opting for electronic invites (through paperless post), biodegradable plates/cups/utensils (i found a great deal at a yard sale. the women used to be an eco-wedding party planner!), green burlap table runners, second-hand dress from poshmark. no plans at the moment for favors, but if we decide, we'll opt for biodegradable take-home containers so people can bring home leftovers. best of luck!

So like this?

https://www.amazon.ca/-/fr/bandes-thermorétractables-perforées-bouteilles-liquide/dp/B07V8RXSHM/

200 Pcs Kraft Brown Deli Butcher Papers, Eusaor 11.6" x 11.2" Dry Waxed Deli Paper Sheets, Hamberger Sandwich Wraps, Wrapping Tissue, Food Basket Liners, Squares Deli Paper Sheets https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07TGSP55G/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_b-C0Db12RNSZ7

Is this it?

https://www.amazon.com/200-Pack-Pizza-Saver-Stand/dp/B07RKYNZ49/

easilly

https://www.amazon.com/INTBUYING-Electric-Automatic-Packaging-Machine/dp/B07QQ46KLP

Yah here u go
Drink holders BevBag 4R Cubed Drink Carrier... https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07K8SJHV3?ref=ppx_pop_mob_ap_share

Catering bags Insulated Food Delivery Bag... https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07Q3SWLRR?ref=ppx_pop_mob_ap_share

Pizza bags cherrboll Insulated Pizza... https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07KXP8WC9?ref=ppx_pop_mob_ap_share

They unfortunately don't sell the same 6 tier ones I bought from Amazon, there are other similar ones, but I have no idea what their quality is. For the other ones, you can either go through eBay and look for Marketing Holders or go to their website marketingholders.com

There are also these which I found to be the lowest cost ones and I bought some recently that I was satisfied with: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B07LGGYLQV/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o02_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

It's for this reason that I, and most others here, will recommend the use of buckets for the primary fermentation. Especially when fruit is involved. This allows you easy access to stir, manage the fruit cap, and add nutrients. Additionally, your mead needs oxygen during the initial stages of fermentation which makes a bucket ideal. For my 1 gallon batches I use 2 gallon buckets. This way I have enough volume post-primary to minimize headspace in my secondary.

It's this one: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B000VARWQ4
This is the lid: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00063L0WS

I've been meaning to get over to the restaurant supply shop and pick up something like this bad boy, but I haven't gotten over there yet, since they keep more business friendly hours (i.e. 9-5 monday to friday and 8-noon saturday). I've got some bigger totes that I could use, but I'm personally worried about the food safety of them, since they're not designed for it (just the clear rubbermaid storage totes).

Unless you were planning on doing GrubHub anyway, don't be a sleazebag. Go ahead and invest in quality hot bag(s) that don't have another company's branding all over it.

for pizza: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01EKK25E4

for everything else: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B001PHKGOW (drinks can be stored in the side pockets)

if you need a dedicated drink carrier: https://www.michaels.com/assorted-6-cup-caddy-with-handle-by-creatology/10554271.html (or you can stock up on drink carriers from fast food restaurants like Taco Bell)

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you can write these off as business expenses

Man, I've been looking for those black bags for the longest.

also another good bag

Someone suggested that I share a photo of my rig.

I have a Sansaire. While it performs well, the hourglass shape is inconvenient.

I purchase a polycarbonate container and lid from Amazon on the advice of another member of this subreddit. The rough home, for the circulator, was made slowly using a soldering iron.

So far, I've cooked several top round steaks with this rig. Most recently, I made a brisket in the style of a beef bourguignon to much success.

My only complaint is the gap in the lid around the immersion circulator. I cover it with plastic wrap to maintain relative water seal.

These parts were far far cheaper than the Sansaire-specific solutions offered by Amazon—even with a $20 soldering iron!

Links (unaffiliated) to parts:

Rubbermaid Clear Plastic 5-Gallon Food Box https://www.amazon.com/dp/B000VARWQ4/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_r1Lpyb61GQYAD

Rubbermaid Commercial FG331000CLR Lid for Food/Tote Box https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00063L0WS/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_P1LpybSQ7WNFR

We usually use a metal 5(?) gallon pot, but we also have a restaurant style plastic container with lid for cooking bigger items like ribs that have long cook times. Many people will use a cooler with a cutout as well, especially for long cooks, but this is what we already had.

Here is a commercial option.

Alternatively you could get a case of these for $24-ish. It comes out to around 15 cents apiece.

 

With this method, you could buy smaller quantities of mayo so it stays fresh, and even make fun custom mayo blends like chipotle, garlic, or avocado aioli. You can also bring other condiments with you as well. Lots of possibilities! :)

Cant help you but this is a similar design
https://www.amazon.com/Ultimate-Insulated-insulation-Leakproof-Commercial/dp/B07P6YCWN9/ref=asc_df_B07P6YCWN9/?tag=bingshoppinga-20&linkCode=df0&hvadid={creative}&hvpos={adposition}&hvnetw=o&hvrand={random}&hvpone=&hvptwo=&hvqmt=e&hvdev=m&hvdvcmdl={devicemodel}&hvlocint=&hvlocphy=&hvtargid=pla-4584207579607016&psc=1

I have this sealer and [this roll of tube] (http://www.uline.com/Product/Detail/S-5869/Shrink-Film-Tubing/14-x-1500-100-gauge-Shrink-Tubing) and [this heat gun] (http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00004TUCV) that I picked up to do a run of 100 board games.

All three are great, but I don't use them any more. I'm not willing to ship them (just too heavy), but if you're local to Boston by chance, we should talk.

Here are some links for the product in the above comment for different countries:

Amazon Smile Link: this sealer


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What about something like one of these?

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I have looked. But everything else is super bulky and doesn't look like it is great quality.

Found this but no reviews - https://www.amazon.com/TheBiker-Delivery-Backpack-Thermal-Insulated/dp/B07MQXDYHV/ref=sr_1_10?keywords=motorcycle+delivery+bag&qid=1555981930&s=gateway&sr=8-10

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Doesn't hold pizza - https://www.amazon.com/PK-34V-Delivery-Backpack-Beverage-Drinking/dp/B01EN2CMYW/ref=sr_1_16?keywords=motorcycle+delivery+bag&qid=1555981930&s=gateway&sr=8-16

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Why f postmates? If they make a good bag and seems fairly priced at $75