Why Bento Boxes?
Besides the lovin mom and dad “feelings transmitted through the food,” Bento boxes make sense because kids tend to be picky eaters. Bento containers are divided into small compartments. Its kind of like a jewelry box for food! A traditional bento is a single-portion takeout or home-packed meal, usually in a box-shape. I like the Zojirushi Bento Boxes (video below) because they add a new twist on packing school lunches. The stacked insulated thermos keeps hot things hot and cold things cold. The set also comes with a forked spoon, reusable chopsticks and a carrying tote. Why stainless? The typical school lunch is packed in a plastic container – easy to wash, easy to dispose and replace when it breaks down. Unfortunately, many plastics also contain BPA. The alternatives are glass or stainless. Glass is obviously not a safe choice for kids, making stainless the star. Show your kids you love them with a healthy Bento Box. For some lunch choices check out these Bento Box ideas from Everyday
