Umami Bento Box Adult Lunch Box with Utensils, 1200 ml Large, All-in-One Meal Prep Compartment Lunch Box Containers for Men/Women, Cute Leak Proof Bento Box, Lunch Organizer

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Suitable for adults and kids alike, this two-layer bento box comes with two removable and microwaveable compartments, plus a handy pot for fruit or yoghurt. Originally, bento would have been fairly simple, just containing rice for a traveler. Over the centuries, bento developed to reflect trends in Japanese cooking. A bento will typically contain rice or noodles alongside a protein, like fish or pork, as well as vegetables. Other common items include tamagoyaki (a Japanese rolled omelet), potato or pasta salad, and fruit salad. Do bento boxes keep food warm? Bentgo Classic: We liked the look and compact size of this bento box, but found the 1.7-inch deep section a bit shallow for our needs. We found the seal wasn’t 100% water-proof, so you’d want to keep drinks in a separate container, but the Yumbox is certainly the most ooze-proof box we tried. While the removable dividers are adjustable, we found that they don't stay in place well enough to provide a completely airtight seal—which is completely fine for keeping dry foods separate, just something to be aware of. Thanks to the elastic strap and silicone seals, we didn't report any spills or leaks outside the compartments, even after using this bento box for multiple meals at home and in the office.

A few years ago, after a great career in corporate life, we decided to go out in the entrepreneurial world and try to improve work for our friends and colleagues.She [my daughter] won’t forget her cool Smiggle lunchbox. Blimey though, they certainly know how to charge!” (Recommended by Mumsnet user UnitedRoad) Our verdict If you’re looking for your little one’s first bento box, then Munchkin has got you covered with this cheery lunchtime companion.

The box is durable and has a big, chunky plastic handle for toddlers to carry with ease, so it’s perfect for on-the-go munching, whether they’re off to nursery or the park. We scoured the Mumsnet forums to find out which bento boxes our users rate highly - and which ones they weren’t impressed by. For many a Mumsnetter, the Sistema TO GO Bento Box is the go-to when it comes to transporting lunches to work, school or college.So many people choose to prepare their lunch at home for a variety of reasons. Almost 46% of employees, who do not have a workplace restaurant, bring their meals to work at least once a week and 27% every day (Harris Interactive Study 2012). Another change in bento boxes in the 20th century was the introduction of insulation in the design. Japanese insulated bento boxes tend to come in separate containers and resemble a Western-style lunchbox, with a thermos cup that fits into an insulated or non-insulated soft carrying case. The more common insulated option tends to be bento-inspired lunchboxes made by Western companies, often with a removable tray inside an insulated case. You can also find non-insulated bento boxes that come with an insulated carrying case. Probably the best lunchbox in the world was dreamt up in 2011 by South London mum Sarah Kerr, who couldn’t find a box that didn’t leak baby food all over her hands and bags. So she made one herself. Bamboo: Bamboo is a strong, lightweight, affordable, eco-friendly and very attractive alternative to wood, but it warps and stains very easily and shouldn’t be immersed in water. Good for lunchbox components rather than entire lunchboxes. Another vote for Yumbox here. Not cheap, but last for years.” (Recommended by Mumsnet user boccas) Our verdict