Our church needed 12oz paper bowls for salads and soups for dinners and pot lucks. There was a different brand they used to get somewhere, but they didn't have them any more, so I found and took a chance of these. WE LOVE THEM! Actually, I think they are better than what we had before. Previous bowls needed to be doubled up due to the hot soup being served still burned hands, tho didn't leak. We haven't served soup in them yet, will in April for Easter! We have used them for potlucks and stuff, they are great. They do not leak, so don't worry about using them for soup or ice cream or salad with a lot of dressing. They seem pretty thick and sturdy. Stack well for storage, too. I save the link so I can order again when we run out.