Bento Lunch Boxes
What is Bento?
Bento is the Japanese art form of making a packaged lunch.
They have taken a meal and turned it into an occasion with beautifully designed
lunchboxes and food that is so fun it resembles art. Traditionally in Japan a bento consists
of rice, fish, and seaweed. In recent years Americans have taken the
concept of the bento lunch and run with it. New American Style bento lunchboxes
have hit the market and kids all across the country are eating bentos at school.
Gone are the days of boring brown paper bag lunches... here comes the bento!
Bentos come in many shapes and sizes and rarely look like the traditional
lunchbox you may have grown up with. They may have compartments to maximize space, they may be oval shaped
or shaped like the head of Hello Kitty, they may also be tiered and stackable.
They can be made of plastic, ceramic, or even stainless steel.
You can have any type of meal you want in any bento you want... raw bentos,
vegan bentos, gluten free bentos, sugar free bentos..you name it...you can make
it. And what about Halloween bentos, Easter bentos, and Christmas bentos....
make your child's lunch hour and yours a fun one everyday! Bento lunches are for the
young, old... anyone who wants to make meals more exciting.
Some great
things about the art of bento:
- Makes lunch time fun!
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Encourages healthier eating.
- Bentos create less food waste.
- Makes using leftovers a snap!
- Makes
co-workers and other students envious!
Hot Product:
The Ultimate American Style Bento
The Laptop Lunchbox is my preferred lunchbox
for kids. It is made of safe, non-leaching plastics and it is a durable lunchbox
that can be used for many years. The compartments make it easy to pack
delicious, nutritious lunches every day. It is easy to clean and easy to use.
You can buy it with a matching carrying bag and water bottle too! This bento lunchbox is my
top pick!
Available at:
Amazon.com
Reusablebags
Also comes in Pink!!
Hot Product:
Zojirushi Mr. Bento
This is a bento for adults or older kids, like teens. It is
actually a lunch "jar" that is unique and functional. It is made of
stainless steel and has vacuum insulation. There are four inner bowls and a
washable container that holds them. Included is a convenient carry strap for
easy transport to school or work.
Available at:
Amazon.com
There is also a Ms. Bento that holds less food and has a more
feminine look.
Available at:
Amazon.com
Bento Books:
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A Great Bento Option for Toddlers and Babies!
This bento set is perfect for very young kids. It has bowls in
two sizes (with lids) a mug, utensils, and a bento box with secure lid. Free of
BPA, PVC, phthalate lead, and melamine. It is very stylish, functional, and
great for use at day cares, preschools, zoos, and other places you may need to
bring food.
This set is made of stainless steel and covered in safe
plastics.
Read
a review of this set here...
Available at:
Amazon.com
Vivo Square Bento Box:
This is a very stylish square bento box for older kids and
adults. It is comprised of three stackable trays so that food is
compartmentalized and separate. One tray could hold a sandwich, one tray could
hold cut veggies and dip, and another tray could have some beef and noodles left
over from the previous night's dinner. It is great for meals on the move.
Reusable, dish washer safe. Lively color combinations make picnics or an everday
lunch an event.
Available at:
Amazon.com
Also comes in an
Oval Shape
Simple and Sweet: The Fit & Fresh Lunch on the Go:
This is
a multi-layer lunch pack
with a refreezable ice pack.
It makes a workday picnic in
the park an everyday event.
Eat right and eat well when
you pack your own delicious
lunch and open up to six
hours later to a level of
freshness you never thought
possible. You can, with fit
& fresh. Ingredients:
Durable plastic, easy to
clean.
Available at:
Amazon.com
To-Go Ware Two Tier Stainless
Steel Lunch Box:
Stainless, stylish & stackable! This 2-tier tiffin system that
hails from India. It is reusable, lightweight, and has a lid that doubles as a
plate. It's easy to carry and clean, but hard to live without. Great for both
cold or hot food, and the planet, too. Fold down the handle to make it compact
and easy to store. Perfect for work, school, picnics, or a night out (makes for a
stylish doggy bag). One or two? Up to you!
Available at:
Amazon.com
Reusablebags
Sigg Bento Snack Box:
Practical aluminum box for life on the move. The neat
snap-locks and rubber seal keep snacks safe and fresh.
Available at:
Reusablebags
Bento Books:
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Kids Konserve Waste Free Lunch Set
Nothing goes to waste with the Kids Konserve® Waste-Free
Lunch Kit—an eco-friendly lunch bag that includes everything you need to pack a
safe and environmentally responsible lunch. Kit includes a recycled cotton lunch
bag with a recycled aluminum nametag, cloth napkin, 16 oz. stainless steel
beverage bottle, Food Kozy and two stainless steel food containers.
Available at:
Reusablebags.com
Finish It Off With a Water Bottle!
Klean Kanteen
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