tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-31689883.post1839568195311763853..comments2024-03-23T18:10:00.517-05:00Comments on Lactose-Free Girl: Brown-bagging itAméliehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05979366182990756619noreply@blogger.comBlogger46125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-31689883.post-43312657750288168672022-04-07T15:24:16.642-05:002022-04-07T15:24:16.642-05:00- Healthy lunch ideas for kids: https://www.thekit...- Healthy lunch ideas for kids: https://www.thekitchn.com/healthy-lunch-ideas-for-kids-260344<br /><br />- 10 vegetarian lunch ideas: https://www.thekitchn.com/vegetarian-lunch-ideas-260313<br /><br />- 10 lunch ideas under 400 calories: https://www.thekitchn.com/lunch-ideas-under-400-calories-260255<br /><br />- 10 no-refrigeration-needed lunch ideas: https://www.thekitchn.com/non-refrigerated-lunch-ideas-260361<br /><br />- 10 easy and healthy lunch ideas: https://www.thekitchn.com/healthy-lunches-for-kids-260253<br /><br />- The best way to keep sliced apples from browning: https://www.thekitchn.com/keep-sliced-apples-from-browning-260265Améliehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05979366182990756619noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-31689883.post-72946945005408480982022-02-06T16:15:11.093-06:002022-02-06T16:15:11.093-06:00- 28 healthy make-ahead lunch ideas (salads, wraps...- 28 healthy make-ahead lunch ideas (salads, wraps, soups, chilis): https://www.organizeyourselfskinny.com/28-healthy-make-ahead-lunch-recipes/<br /><br />- 100 new lunch ideas for kids: https://www.parents.com/recipes/familyrecipes/lunch/lunch-ideas-for-kids-and-parents/Améliehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05979366182990756619noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-31689883.post-72432733961817177462021-05-26T21:04:20.666-05:002021-05-26T21:04:20.666-05:00- 100 lunch ideas: https://www.bonappetit.com/stor...- 100 lunch ideas: https://www.bonappetit.com/story/100-lunch-ideas<br /><br />- 20 tips for packing lunch: https://www.thekitchn.com/20-brilliant-lunch-packing-tips-22932007<br /><br />- Tips to pack a lunch for each grade: https://www.thekitchn.com/school-lunch-ideas-for-every-grade-22932594<br /><br />- 50+ lunch box ideas: https://www.thekitchn.com/lunch-box-recipes-22932009Améliehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05979366182990756619noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-31689883.post-38168200003973224372019-03-29T13:50:48.511-05:002019-03-29T13:50:48.511-05:00- 10 (nut-free) lunch ideas that are not sandwiche...- 10 (nut-free) lunch ideas that are not sandwiches: https://www.thekitchn.com/thinking-outside-the-lunch-box-10-sandwich-free-kids-lunch-ideas-222906<br /><br />- The best bento-style lunchboxes: https://www.cooksillustrated.com/equipment_reviews/1928-bento-style-lunchboxes?utm_source=Email&utm_medium=Newsletter&utm_term=CIOM&utm_content=Lunch&utm_campaign=190226&j=45509&sfmc_sub=761010&l=26_HTML&u=20426733&mid=7211371&jb=71&sk=BCC3D9F84310C2A48F74FC1302A3ADC9&extcode=LQ19B4QBA&sourcekey=BQ19024BA&cds_response_key=&cds_tracking_code=&tag=cionewsletterb1-20&atc=cionewsB&Survey_id=&mi_ecmp=<br /><br />- Plus a sturdy bento-style snack container: https://www.walmart.ca/en/ip/starfrit-lock-lock-bento-350-ml-snack-container-with-dividers/6000196164688?cmpid=sem_pla_google_en_none_6000196164688_1000621028326336000195519876_1632&gclid=Cj0KCQjwk_TbBRDsARIsAALJSOZczKc4PUNilkNkwkjtYtGKWHqG58OM97rwhFW9CZV9QLLbm5rBeicaAlW2EALw_wcB<br /><br />- Tired of using plastic sandwich bags, but still want disposable? Try Lunchskins: https://www.lunchskins.com/<br /><br />- These were voted the best reusable straws (and are apparently very sturdy even though they're glass): https://hummingbirdstraws.com/Améliehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05979366182990756619noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-31689883.post-60431489890170065962018-04-25T12:42:58.017-05:002018-04-25T12:42:58.017-05:00PackIt makes freezable lunch bags! It's genius...PackIt makes freezable lunch bags! It's genius, really - the whole bag goes into the freezer, and you don't have to pack an ice pack separately! Here's a link to their freezable bento box (many more options on the website): https://packit.com/products/freezable-bento-box-set#variant=97889714182Améliehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05979366182990756619noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-31689883.post-56270550495097902072017-10-01T10:11:21.059-05:002017-10-01T10:11:21.059-05:00- Smart lunch gear: https://www.realsimple.com/hom...- Smart lunch gear: https://www.realsimple.com/home-organizing/organizing/smart-lunch-gear<br /><br />- 18 recipes to upgrade a brown-bag lunch: https://www.realsimple.com/food-recipes/recipe-collections-favorites/upgrade-brown-bag-lunchAméliehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05979366182990756619noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-31689883.post-74253287875263075442017-09-30T15:16:23.911-05:002017-09-30T15:16:23.911-05:00- 7 creative back-to-school lunches: https://www.r...- 7 creative back-to-school lunches: https://www.realsimple.com/food-recipes/kids-lunch-box-ideas<br /><br />- The Kitchn's 20 most popular make-ahead lunches: http://www.thekitchn.com/our-20-most-popular-make-ahead-lunch-recipes-247323<br /><br />- 10 reasons you're not packing your lunch and how to fix them: http://www.thekitchn.com/10-reasons-youre-not-packing-your-lunch-and-how-to-fix-them-234762Améliehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05979366182990756619noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-31689883.post-12230071103038085582017-08-18T17:41:35.695-05:002017-08-18T17:41:35.695-05:00And hey, Rubbermaid has a bento-style lunchbox! ht...And hey, Rubbermaid has a bento-style lunchbox! https://www.amazon.com/Rubbermaid-LunchBlox-Leak-proof-Container-2000580/dp/B06XN5FVDQ/ref=as_at/?imprToken=sMWa4WpBZGpVkp5FMYk-3A&slotNum=2&srs=12258884011&ie=UTF8&qid=1503056349&sr=8-2&linkCode=sl1&tag=kitchn_deals_8_18-20&linkId=b5d76794e5d0a2c2297eb3920ffa88eeAméliehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05979366182990756619noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-31689883.post-3442045420399970662017-08-15T14:28:21.222-05:002017-08-15T14:28:21.222-05:00Plus, recommendations from a friend (mother of twi...Plus, recommendations from a friend (mother of twins) for snacks:<br /><br />- https://www.walmart.com/ip/Rubbermaid-Take-Alongs-Twist-Seal-Liquid-Storage-3-CT/16408625?action=product_interest&action_type=title&beacon_version=1.0.2&bucket_id=irsbucketdefault&client_guid=8f1f1769-f257-40a0-8310-04118e1d301d&config_id=106&customer_id_enc&findingMethod=p13n&guid=8f1f1769-f257-40a0-8310-04118e1d301d&item_id=16408625&parent_anchor_item_id=14894228&parent_item_id=14894228&placement_id=irs-106-m3&reporter=recommendations&source=new_site&strategy=PWBAB&visitor_id=bvW_CGozrT2I0IiXTtdVls<br /><br />- https://www.glad.com/food-storage/containers/mini-round/Améliehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05979366182990756619noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-31689883.post-78231471589059630792017-08-15T14:24:52.216-05:002017-08-15T14:24:52.216-05:00For those of you with kids who tend to lose their ...For those of you with kids who tend to lose their lunchbox (and therefore understandably don't want to pay $40 for a bento box), I've got two new-to-me options for you!<br /><br />There's Rubbermaid: https://www.amazon.com/Rubbermaid-1806231-Lunch-Blox-Sandwich/dp/B0078K416Y/ref=as_at?creativeASIN=B0078K416Y&linkCode=w50&tag=REASIM03-20&imprToken=cTScUXYSNBQUGy8xLg1gIw&slotNum=0<br /><br />And Ziploc: http://www.thekitchn.com/the-best-lunch-box-for-elementary-school-kids-247034Améliehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05979366182990756619noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-31689883.post-4342863812568332192017-08-15T14:22:19.374-05:002017-08-15T14:22:19.374-05:00My secret for packing lunch for the office in unde...My secret for packing lunch for the office in under 6 minutes: http://www.thekitchn.com/the-secret-to-packing-weekday-lunches-for-the-office-245093<br /><br />It involves one person packing mains and a coworker packing sides; you switch days on a predetermined schedule. When I was a substitute teacher, I've witnessed regulars lunch buddies (teachers!) who would take turns packing lunch for a week, and they loved the system because they usually put a lot more effort into it than they would have if for themselves alone.Améliehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05979366182990756619noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-31689883.post-90014242147614470422017-08-15T14:16:52.638-05:002017-08-15T14:16:52.638-05:0010 kid-friendly lunch boxes without Disney charact...10 kid-friendly lunch boxes without Disney characters on them: http://www.thekitchn.com/10-kid-friendly-lunch-boxes-without-disney-characters-on-them-247035<br /><br />Smart lunch gear: https://www.realsimple.com/home-organizing/organizing/smart-lunch-gear#goodbyn-bynto<br /><br />Gear up for lunch: https://www.realsimple.com/food-recipes/tools-products/gear-up-for-lunch#packing-snacksAméliehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05979366182990756619noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-31689883.post-49229739174874054272017-08-15T14:13:36.384-05:002017-08-15T14:13:36.384-05:00I wanted to link to a "Best Lunch Boxes"...I wanted to link to a "Best Lunch Boxes" road test published in the June 2017 edition of Real Simple, but can't find it on their website. So I ended up typing up the lunch boxes myself and providing links - I think these categories are interesting!<br /><br />Best for leftovers: OXO Good Grips 5.1 Cup SNAP Container (https://www.oxo.com/products/storage-organization/food/5-1-cup-snap-container)<br /><br />Best for a smorgasbord: Takenaka Bento Box Expanded Double (https://www.takenaka-global.com/expande-double)<br /><br />Best for compact storage: Blue Water Bento Seal Cups (https://ecolunchboxes.com/collections/all-products/products/seal-cup-set-of-5)<br /><br />Best for sandwiches and salads: Onyx Large 2 Layer Sandwich Box (http://www.thetickletrunk.com/lunch-containers/77-large-2-layer-sandwich-box.html)<br /><br />Best insulated tote: Herschel Supply Co. Pop Quiz Lunch Box (https://herschel.com/shop/accessories/pop-quiz-lunch-box?v=10227-01399-OS)<br />Best for hot lunches: Hydro Flask 12 oz. Food Flask (https://www.hydroflask.com/12-oz-food-flask-2#92=59)<br /><br />Best Kids Lunch Box: Bentgo Kids Lunch Box (https://bentgo.com/pages/bentgo-kids-shop) <br />Améliehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05979366182990756619noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-31689883.post-16470074516807614382017-05-26T12:52:14.737-05:002017-05-26T12:52:14.737-05:00Yumbox is making the argument that bento boxes hel...Yumbox is making the argument that bento boxes help teach kids what a healthy meal looks like: https://www.realsimple.com/syndication/yumbox-review?Améliehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05979366182990756619noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-31689883.post-70728144565376506432017-05-25T17:54:55.577-05:002017-05-25T17:54:55.577-05:007 plastic-free ways to package lunches: https://ww...7 plastic-free ways to package lunches: https://www.rodalesorganiclife.com/food/7-plastic-free-ways-to-pack-your-meal-prepped-lunches/slide/3<br /><br />That link is where I found out about U Konserve (https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01A0EHXL4/ref=as_at/?creativeASIN=B01A0EHXL4&imprToken=cNJcjKLHzZ94QCXCU28oZw&slotNum=4&ie=UTF8&linkCode=w61&tag=rodalesorganiclife-20&linkId=6fc27cda75c04a372396957db988da76), which seems both practical and affordable!Améliehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05979366182990756619noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-31689883.post-40240533174640323202017-05-25T17:23:26.377-05:002017-05-25T17:23:26.377-05:0016 tips for packing a healthier lunch: http://www....16 tips for packing a healthier lunch: http://www.thekitchn.com/16-tips-for-eating-a-healthier-lunch-reader-intelligence-report-207655Améliehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05979366182990756619noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-31689883.post-1919486363684943112017-05-25T17:03:47.618-05:002017-05-25T17:03:47.618-05:00- 30 lunch ideas by celebrity chefs: http://www.pa...- 30 lunch ideas by celebrity chefs: http://www.parents.com/recipes/familyrecipes/lunch/celebrity-chef-kid-lunches/<br /><br />- Healthy school lunches and snacks: http://www.parents.com/kids/nutrition/lunch/healthy-school-lunches-snacks/<br /><br />- Bentology has cute lunch containers: https://bentology.com/Améliehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05979366182990756619noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-31689883.post-44351986233299990032017-05-25T16:46:49.606-05:002017-05-25T16:46:49.606-05:00Tips on packing sandwiches properly: http://www.th...Tips on packing sandwiches properly: http://www.thekitchn.com/packing-sandwiches-the-right-way-tips-from-the-kitchn-205007Améliehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05979366182990756619noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-31689883.post-86658700687984033902017-02-24T21:29:46.435-06:002017-02-24T21:29:46.435-06:00And the perfect bento box for travel snacks: http:...And the perfect bento box for travel snacks: http://www.thekitchn.com/the-perfect-bento-box-for-travel-snacks-228968Améliehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05979366182990756619noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-31689883.post-68248894587238725522017-02-24T17:27:36.442-06:002017-02-24T17:27:36.442-06:00How to make a week's worth of lunches ahead of...How to make a week's worth of lunches ahead of time: http://happymoneysaver.com/cold-lunches-in-a-day/#_a5y_p=5708300Améliehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05979366182990756619noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-31689883.post-76254112322911711832016-11-28T18:11:49.172-06:002016-11-28T18:11:49.172-06:00More types of lunch containers (the last 3 are ine...More types of lunch containers (the last 3 are inexpensive enough that it might not matter too much if your kids lose one):<br /><br />- the Yumbox http://www.thekitchn.com/a-reader-recommended-lunch-box-it-makes-packing-lunch-extra-easy-223396<br /><br />- Fit & Fresh http://www.reuseit.com/fit-and-fresh-fit-and-fresh-smart-portion-value-food-containers-pack-of-4.htm?siteID=TnL5HPStwNw-Zlpi7DxLyL6HvIYZyZ5yCQ&affid=LK<br /><br />- Mr. Lid containers https://www.bedbathandbeyond.com/store/product/mr-lid-10-piece-container-set/1042586142?Keyword=Mr.+Lid+Container+Set%2c&AID=11469020&PID=7112259&SID=34276X922256X5575be90568d7938fcee335d4cfa3f45&source=Commission+Junction&utm_source=Skimlinks&utm_medium=affiliate&utm_campaign=Bed+Bath+%26+Beyond+Deep+Link&mcid=AF_CJ___2617611<br /><br />- Reusable bento boxes by Kitchen Discovery https://www.amazon.com/Compartment-Containers-Stackable-Microwave-Dishwasher/dp/B01D0F325Q/ref=lp_12900081_1_17?s=kitchen&ie=UTF8&qid=1478616554&sr=1-17Améliehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05979366182990756619noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-31689883.post-23648357476579093222016-10-11T13:22:48.266-05:002016-10-11T13:22:48.266-05:00- 23 make-ahead lunches: http://www.thekitchn.com/...- 23 make-ahead lunches: http://www.thekitchn.com/23-makeahead-lunches-to-get-you-through-the-work-week-recipes-from-the-kitchn-216410<br /><br />- 26 make-ahead lunches: http://www.thekitchn.com/26-make-ahead-lunches-you-can-pack-tonight-235200Améliehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05979366182990756619noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-31689883.post-71635497059744652882016-09-17T18:44:59.250-05:002016-09-17T18:44:59.250-05:00- 10 frozen foods you can pack in your lunch witho...- 10 frozen foods you can pack in your lunch without thawing: http://www.thekitchn.com/10-frozen-foods-you-can-pack-for-lunches-without-thawing-234642<br /><br />- 10 reasons you're not packing your lunch and how to fix them: http://www.thekitchn.com/10-reasons-youre-not-packing-your-lunch-and-how-to-fix-them-234762<br /><br />- The etiquette of eating lunch at work: http://www.thekitchn.com/the-etiquette-of-eating-lunch-at-work-234760<br /><br />- Everything you need to know to pack school lunches for a week at once: http://www.thekitchn.com/everything-you-need-to-know-to-pack-10-school-lunches-at-once-234641Améliehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05979366182990756619noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-31689883.post-45967237567114630082016-09-09T18:51:54.302-05:002016-09-09T18:51:54.302-05:00- 10 rules for packing a week of lunches: http://w...- 10 rules for packing a week of lunches: http://www.thekitchn.com/10-rule-for-packing-a-week-of-lunches-234520<br /><br />- 7 lunches made with grocery store shortcuts: http://www.thekitchn.com/7-lunches-made-with-grocery-store-shortcuts-234617<br /><br />- 5 tips for mastering lunch (build to last all week): http://www.thekitchn.com/5-tips-for-mastering-lunch-build-to-last-all-week-234527<br /><br />- When it comes to packing school lunches, think in threes: http://www.thekitchn.com/when-it-comes-to-packing-school-lunch-experts-say-think-in-threes-233822Améliehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05979366182990756619noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-31689883.post-21227806157769850042016-05-25T10:36:31.498-05:002016-05-25T10:36:31.498-05:00Ooh! Look at this: http://omielife.com/
Omie boxes...Ooh! Look at this: http://omielife.com/<br />Omie boxes have a (removable) compartment that can keep food warm, including soup!Améliehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05979366182990756619noreply@blogger.com