Tuesday, August 8, 2017

These Fashion-Forward Lunch Boxes Are Perfect for Work and Back to School

“Back to school…back to school…to prove to dad that I’m not a fool. I’ve got my lunch packed up, my boots tied tight. I hope I don’t get in a fight. Oh, back to school…back to school.”

You don’t have to be Billy Madison or a child to enjoy a new lunch box, but the prospect of heading back to school for a brand new year of learning and crustless PB&Js surely makes the purchase all the more exciting.

We’ve rounded up some of our favorite lunch boxes, all of which have gotten quite an upgrade from the ol’ wrinkled paper bag we were accustomed to as kids. From high-tech and modern to clever and nostalgic, there’s literally a lunch carrier for every preference and personality.

Check them out below!

Wooden Lunch Box with Chopsticks

Amazon

This may be a bit too sophisticated for the average child, but if you’re a grown-up who wants to impress your co-workers with chopstick skills, look no further. Buy it here.

Artist Designed Neoprene Lunch Tote

Amazon

Oh, look at all the pretty colors! We never thought our lunch bag would like it came straight from the Museum of Modern Art, but we’re certainly not complaining. Sometimes food can be a work of art. Buy it here.

Stainless Steel EcoLunch Box

Amazon

This is an ideal option for any eco-friendly minimalist. It also pairs particularly well with barbell moustaches, skinny jeans, and hipster flannel. Buy it here.

Unicorn Lunch Pal

Amazon

Who wouldn’t want to rock a unicorn (with a 3D horn!) in the elementary school or work cafeteria? If that person is you, we’re not sure if we can be friends. Buy it here.

Insulated Lunch Purse

Amazon

We’re pretty sure this “lunch purse” looks better than most of the designer bags in our closet. And its sole purpose is to hold a sandwich and a bag of pretzels. Gotta love fashion. Buy it here.

Reusable Lunch Sack

Amazon

The brown bag makes a triumphant return, and this time it gets a practical and sustainable upgrade. We love how you can customize the timeless classic by writing messages. Ours would say “keep out” as a clear message to pesky lunch thieves. Buy it here.

Despicable Me Lunch Box

Amazon

We’re not particularly obsessed with Minions, but we’re obsessed with this Minion-shaped lunch box. This is exactly the face we make when our lunch hour is delayed because of a late meeting. Buy it here.

Stackable Lunch Box

Amazon

No, this isn’t a tiered Thermos. It’s all about efficiency with this lunch box of stacked compartments. You can also surprise your kid with a treat like M&Ms. Where will you put them? They’ll have to guess. (But they only have three options, so it’s not that difficult.) Buy it here.

The Beatles Drum Lunch Tin

Amazon

It’s an inarguable fact that The Beatles are one of the best bands of all time. It’s also an inarguable fact that a drum-shaped lunch tin is an amazing thing. Combine two great things for a product that will have everyone envious. Buy it here.



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Baked Cherry French Toast Casserole

Baked Cherry French Toast

This post is brought to you in partnership with Northwest Cherry Growers.

Don’t you wish you could eat cherries all year round?

Unfortunately, the season for juicy, sweet Northwest cherries is a short one, lasting only from June until August. But fortunately, cherries freeze exceptionally well.

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Cheetos Is Opening a NYC Restaurant with Anne Burrell as Its Chef

Orange may be the new black for a hit Netflix show, but it’s also the new restaurant for internationally-adored puffed cornmeal brand Cheetos.

In partnership with celebrity chef Anne Burrell, the New York City pop-up, appropriately named The Spotted Cheetah, will be operating from August 15-17 with a completely Cheetos-inspired menu. Snack-hungry guests can book their reservation through OpenTable for an experience that is guaranteed to be “cheesy, crunchy” and “downright delicious.” Or one that obviously satisfies a severe case of munchies.

“As a long-time Cheetos fan, I’m thrilled to join forces with a snack brand that is truly an iconic American staple,” said Burrell in a statement. “I had so much fun curating this specially crafted, one-of-a-kind menu for the first Cheetos restaurant I can’t wait to see guests’ reactions!”

While the idea of cheddary Cheetos in everyday food may sound off-putting, the list of creatively-concocted appetizers, entrees, and desserts is actually quite tasty. From Cheetos-crusted fried pickles to Flamin’ Hot and White Cheddar Mac n’ Cheetos, there isn’t a single dish that comes across as utterly repulsive. In fact, we kind of want to try them all (including the Cheetos Sweetos Crusted Cheesecake for dessert).

Cheetos

With a rise in Cheetos cuisine, from sushi and bagels to pizza and mozzarella sticks, the dangerously cheesy event, spearheaded by Chester Cheetah himself, comes as no surprise.

“Once again, our fans have inspired us with their creativity and playfulness. We’ve seen their love for Cheetos exhibited through innovative dishes, desserts and beverages, which motivated us to create a restaurant that would bring a full Cheetos culinary experience to life,” said Ryan Matiyow, senior director of marketing, Frito-Lay. “The Spotted Cheetah is a fun and delicious way for Cheetos to celebrate a variety of favorite flavors in an upscale and playful culinary setting that will wow our guests.”

Consider us wowed and excited. We’re just having a hard time picking our favorite orange shirt.



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Kohler Butterscotch Hop

Each chocolate variety in the KOHLER Original Recipe Chocolates collection fuse classic culinary techniques, art and design.

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Lily’s Sweets flavors

The Caramelized & Salted Milk Chocolate Bar features buttery caramel flavors and is made with creamy rBST-free milk.

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PLT Health Solutions: Liquid Energy

PLT Health Solutions, Inc. used the 2017 IFT Expo to launch a liquid-stable extended release caffeine ingredient aimed at the 2oz to 4oz beverage or “shot” market. The new ingredient is the third entry based on zümXR® Targeted Release Caffeine technology.

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ADM/Matsutani’s Fibersol: Boost Fiber, Cut Sugar

ADM/Matsutani LLC used the 2017 Institute of Food Technologists Expo (IFT17) to showcase its Fibersol® line of soluble dietary fiber ingredients. Fibersol ingredients help product developers create new and improved food and beverage products while they increase fiber content, reduce sugar and/or calories, meet a variety of label claims—and more. 

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Innophos to Acquire Novel Ingredients

Innophos Holdings, Inc. announced that it has entered into a definitive merger agreement to acquire Novel Ingredients, a New Jersey-based provider of dietary supplement ingredient solutions primarily owned by GenNx360 Capital Partners, a New York-based private equity firm. 

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Dannon Light & Fit

The new additions to the Dannon Light & Fit family of products are made with the sweetness of stevia leaf extract and cane sugar rather than artificial sweeteners, providing an option for those looking to avoid artificial ingredients in their diet.

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