Abstract: An apparatus comprises a closed container formed of substantially rigid plastic, and a wrapper that is loosely disposed fully about the closed container. This wrapper may also have twist ties on opposing ends thereof. This apparatus may be used to provide packaging for a retail commodity.

Abstract: An apparatus is provided comprising an edible substance, a discrete sheet of flexible film, and an adhesive disposed on the flexible film in a pattern that surrounds an adhesive-free space that is sized to accommodate the edible substance. The adhesive preferably does not extend to at least one edge of the flexible film. Portions of the adhesive contact other portions of the adhesive such that the discrete sheet encapsulates the edible substance, and the discrete sheet is twisted in at least one area that includes the adhesive.

Abstract: Packaged chocolate confectionery products and method described herein provide substantially increased stability and shelf life. The packaging and method is particularly suited for extending the stability and shelf life of chocolate confectionery items comprising a first chocolate component and a second component comprising a food ingredient, such as nuts, wafers, biscuits, liqueurs, fruit fillings, fat-containing fillings, and combinations thereof. The package comprises a rigid thermoformed or injection formed container having at least one recessed area surrounded by a peripheral sealing rim. A membrane, which is substantially impervious to oxygen and moisture, is sealed to the peripheral sealing rim. The container is formed of a thermoplastic laminate including at least one oxygen barrier layer, which is positioned between at least one inner and at least one outer polymer layer.

Abstract: A food package and method for forming the same are provided, where the food package includes an outer wrapper surrounding a stack of food products and a pair of end backers, one at each end of the stack, are enclosed within the wrapper. The end backers or sealing backers each provide a backing or sealing surface for use in forming the end seals in the outer wrapper. Pressure can be applied against the backers during formation of the end seals.