Decora - Professional pastry packaging
Decora Square Pastry Box Front Opening 26.5 x 26.5 x 6 cm
Medium size canvas-effect cardboard box for tarts, crostate, and low cakes, front insertion without handling
The Decora square pastry box in 26.5 x 26.5 x 6 cm format is a professional Italian cardboard packaging dedicated to individual tarts to share, crostate, fruit tarts, lemon tarts, tarte tatin, chocolate tarts and all low cakes in square or round format up to 24 cm diameter.
Its front opening is the key innovation: instead of having to place the tart from above and risk damaging the filling or decorations, you slide the preparation directly into the box from the front. Ideal for fragile tarts with Italian meringue, mirror glaze, or delicate decorations that cannot tolerate vertical handling.
Made by Decora Italia, a recognized Italian brand of professional pastry packaging, this box combines food-grade cardboard and a textured canvas-effect finish for an immediately high-end presentation in shop windows or delivery. The 26.5 cm size corresponds to the most used 22-24 cm tart standard in French pastry shops.
What pastry can fit inside
The calculator tells you if your pastry project is compatible with this format.
Technical specifications
- • Brand: Decora (Italy)
- • Dimensions: 26.5 x 26.5 x 6 cm
- • Format: square box with front opening
- • Material: food-contact safe cardboard
- • Finish: textured canvas effect
- • Structure: rigid for secure transport
- • Assembly: simple and quick flat setup
- • Packaging: sold individually
Why the front opening changes everything
With a classic pastry box with a top lid, you have to lift the tart or cake by the sides to place it in the box. This handling is risky for fragile pastries:
- • Fruit tarts: fruits that slide or detach
- • Italian meringues: peaks that get crushed
- • Fragile decorations: caramelized chouquettes, spun sugar, edible flowers
- • Smooth ganaches: finger marks or contact with the lid
The front opening allows you to slide the pastry horizontally into the box, without touching the top. The front flap then closes gently, without touching the filling. This is the innovation that separates amateur pastry packaging from professional packaging.
Size 26.5 cm or size 30.5 cm, which to choose
The Decora range offers two square sizes with front opening. Here is the right guide to choose:
- • Size 26.5 cm (this sheet): tarts Ø 18 to 24 cm, or 6 to 12 servings. The most common size in daily pastry shops.
- • 30.5 cm size: pies Ø 24 to 28 cm, large low cakes, 30x30 number cakes. For event orders and large buffet pieces.
- • In practice: stock both sizes in parallel to cover all uses. The 26.5 cm will represent about 70% of your monthly volume, the 30.5 cm the remaining 30% for premium and event pieces.
Patissland tips for using the box
Tip 1: let the pastry cool or warm before packaging
A still-warm pastry generates condensation inside the cardboard box, which softens the cardboard and can stain the finish. Wait at least 30 minutes after baking before packaging. For a chocolate pie with freshly poured ganache, allow 1 hour in the fridge before closing the flap.
Tip 2: place a cardboard base or cellophane under the pastry
To protect the inside of the box and facilitate transferring the pastry to a serving plate, place a food-grade cellophane disc or a thin cardboard base under the pastry before inserting it. This way, you can lift the pastry cleanly from the box without risking deformation.
Tip 3: transport several tartlets in one box
The 26.5 x 26.5 cm size also allows transporting several small individual tartlets in one box: 4 tartlets Ø 10 cm arranged 2x2, or 9 tartlets Ø 7-8 cm arranged 3x3. Place a food-grade cellophane disc under each to prevent them from sliding during transport. A practical solution for professional orders and catering buffets.
Frequently Asked Questions
What size pie fits in this box?
Internal dimensions 26.5 x 26.5 cm, so a round pie up to Ø 24 cm with comfortable margin, or Ø 25 to 26 cm with limited compatibility. For square pies or cakes, up to 24 x 24 cm with decorative margin. The calculator at the top of the page gives you the exact check according to your project.
Is 6 cm height enough for a meringue pie?
Yes, for a standard lemon meringue pie with Italian meringue piped in peaks, the 6 cm height leaves about 1 cm of clearance above the top of the meringue. For very tall meringues (over 5 cm), check the exact height of your peaks before packaging.
Is the cardboard suitable for direct contact with food?
Yes, Decora cardboard complies with European food standards for direct contact with pastries. For greasy or moist pastries (cheesecake, fruit tarts with juice), you can add a food-grade cellophane disc between the pastry and the cardboard to preserve the internal finish.
Is the box delivered assembled or to be assembled?
The box is delivered flat to optimize storage and transport. Assembly is quick and simple, without glue or tape, by folding the sides along the creases. Allow 30 seconds per box once you get the hang of it.
For what tart diameter is the 26.5 cm size ideal?
The 26.5 cm size is optimal for tarts Ø 20 to 24 cm, which is the vast majority of tarts sold in daily pastry shops (tarts serving 6 to 10 portions). For larger tarts (Ø 26-28 cm) or wider low cakes, choose the Decora 30.5 x 30.5 cm size.
Can the box be customized with a sticker or ribbon?
Yes, the embossed canvas-effect finish holds standard adhesive stickers well and perfectly accommodates a decorative ribbon passed over the top face. Easily customize with your logo, brand label, or a message label for event orders.
What is the difference between a front-opening box and a classic box?
The classic box opens from the top with a separate or hinged lid, requiring the pastry to be placed vertically inside. The front-opening box opens like a drawer from the front, allowing the pastry to slide in horizontally without moving the filling or delicate decorations. This is the decisive innovation for high-end professional pastries.
To go further
Complete your professional pastry packaging station:
- Find our full catalog of cake boxes for all sizes and heights.
- Discover the Decora brand and its professional Italian pastry accessories.
- Dress your finished pastries with our cake toppers and birthday candles.
Shipping and Delivery
Processing and Delivery Times
- Order Preparation: 0 to 2 working days
- France, Belgium, Germany: 1 to 2 working days
- Europe: 2 to 5 working days
- Click & Collect Osny: 24-48h
Shipping Fees
- FR, BE, DE: based on weight
- Europe: based on country and weight
- Click & Collect Osny: Free
Exact fees are calculated at checkout.
