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The Best Containers for Packing Soup and Wet Foods
The best containers for packing soup and wet foods, what makes a container truly leak-proof, and which options handle soup, dips, dressings, and salads without a spill.
Lunchbox Packing Tips
Prep the night before, use compartment containers to skip baggies, keep a stocked snack station, follow a simple repeatable formula, and keep the lunch kit ready by the door. Most of the work moves out of the rushed morning.
Adult Bento Box Ideas for the Office
Adult bento box ideas for the office, from grain bowls and snack plates to packed salads and repurposed dinner, for balanced, mess-free lunches that beat takeout.
Meal-Prep Lunches Made Easy with Stainless Steel Containers
How to make meal-prep lunches easy with stainless steel containers, from prepping versatile components to portioning grab-and-go meals and handling saucy dishes.
Pack a Work Lunch That Saves You Money
How to pack a work lunch that saves money, from leaning on leftovers and a simple formula to packing snacks and making the whole routine easy enough to stick with.
How to Pack a Lunch For a Picky Eater
How to pack a lunch your kid will actually eat, with a realistic balance, a sure-thing favorite, easy-to-eat foods, small touches of fun, and learning from what comes home.
Bento Box Lunch Ideas
Bento box lunch ideas for picky eaters, from keeping foods separated to offering small varied portions, making it visual, and gently introducing new foods.
Glass vs. Stainless Steel Food Containers
Glass vs. stainless steel food containers compared: how they stack up on safety, weight, durability, and reheating, and how to choose the right one for each job.
Avoid Microplastics in Your Food
How to avoid microplastics in your food with simple kitchen changes, from never heating food in plastic to swapping plastic storage for stainless and glass.
What Is 18/8 Stainless Steel
What 18/8 stainless steel means and why it matters for your food, from its rust-resistant, food-safe composition to how it compares to other materials and what to look for.
Easy Plastic-Free Swaps for Your Lunch Routine
Easy plastic-free swaps for your lunch routine, from stainless containers and leak-proof boxes to reusable snack cups, straws, and utensils that cut daily lunch waste.
How to Start a Plastic-Free Kitchen
A beginner's guide to starting a plastic-free kitchen, from swapping baggies, wrap, and utensils to building habits that stick, one practical step at a time.
Why Go Plastic-Free?
Why go plastic-free? A clear look at the health and environmental benefits, the long-term savings, and how to start your plastic-free journey without the overwhelm.
Are stainless steel lunch boxes safe?
Are stainless steel lunch boxes safe? A clear look at food-grade steel, BPA and BPS, leaching, and how it compares to plastic for everyday food.
Stainless Steel vs. Plastic Lunch Boxes: Which Is Safer for Kids?
Stainless steel or plastic lunch boxes — which is safer for kids? A clear look at BPA, durability, leaks, and what actually touches your child's food.
How to Pack a Plastic-Free School Lunch Your Kid Will Actually Eat
A practical guide to packing a plastic-free school lunch kids actually finish — from choosing the right stainless steel containers to balancing the box, prepping ahead, and keeping food fresh without a single plastic baggie.
Trash Detectives: The Case of the Missing Lunch Trash
Welcome to Trash Detectives, a playful mission for Earth Month to investigate what really happens to lunch waste, and how small swaps can solve the mystery for good.
10 Simple Ways to Live Greener Every Day
Green isn’t just for St. Patrick’s Day, it’s a daily practice. Small, practical habits like packing waste-free lunches, choosing reusable containers, and reducing food waste can make a big impact over time. This guide shares 10 simple ways to live greener every day, with eco tips and tools to help you build green habits.
4 Sustainable Valentine’s Day Gift Ideas That Create Less Waste
Discover 4 sustainable Valentine’s Day gift ideas that reduce waste - thoughtful, reusable, and experience-based ways to show love without disposables.
10-Minute Lunches for a Fresh Start
January comes with big promises and even bigger pressure, but eating better doesn’t have to mean burnout. This guide is about simple, repeatable lunches that fit real life, support healthy habits, and make consistency feel easy.
Even Santa’s Switching to Stainless: 5 Magical Gift Ideas That Last Beyond the Holidays
Skip plastic stocking stuffers this holiday season. Discover five Santa-approved, sustainable gift ideas from ECOlunchbox that sparkle, last, and reduce waste.
5 Delicious Ideas for Treat Boxes That Last Forever
Make your holiday gifts unforgettable and eco-friendly with reusable treat boxes that last long after the snacks are gone. Give meaningful, waste-free gifts that look beautiful, taste delicious, and can be reused all year long.
5 Simple Joys of Staying In: Cozy Snacks for Slow Fall Days
Discover cozy snack ideas and hygge-inspired comfort for fall. Slow down, sip tea, and savor the Simple Joys of Staying In with ECOlunchbox.
5 Spooky + Sustainable Lunchbox Recipes for Halloween
Make this Halloween fun, festive, and waste-free! From spooky snacks like Monster Mouths and Banana Ghosts to zero-waste trick-or-treat mixes, these kid-friendly recipes are perfect for school lunches, after-school treats, or your Halloween party spread.
5 Cozy + Sustainable Lunchbox Recipes for Fall
Discover 5 cozy fall recipes perfect for ECOlunchbox - warm, waste-free lunches that nourish you and protect the planet.
A+ Lunches for Back to School: How to Teach Your Kids to Pack a Balanced, Zero-Waste Lunchbox
This school year, make lunchtime a learning moment while supporting the planet. ECOlunchbox offers everything you need to create balanced, waste-free meals your kids will actually want to eat, plus, we’re making it easier than ever to get started.
Protect Every Drop: How Your Lunch Can Help Save Our Oceans, Rivers & Lakes
June is World Ocean Month, and here at ECOlunchbox, we’re celebrating the only way we know how, by packing purpose into every bite! This month is a chance to honor our beautiful blue planet, and take real action to protect it. Whether you’re a beach lover, a lake swimmer, a river paddler, or just someone who wants cleaner water for your family and future generations, this is for you.
And guess what? It all starts with lunch.
🌞 Snack Outside the Box: 7 Kid-Friendly Zero-Waste Snacks for Outdoor Adventures
More sun means more outdoor adventures - and more snacktime on the go! At ECOlunchbox, we’ve rounded up kid-approved, zero-waste snacks that are easy to pack and fun to eat!
Join the Zero-Waste Lunch Pledge and Celebrate Earth Month with Purpose!
Pack a plastic-free lunch at least 4 times in April and help reduce waste—one meal at a time. When you pledge, you’ll get a FREE Zero-Waste Lunch Starter Guide, a 30% discount on ECOlunchbox products, and a chance to win weekly prizes by sharing your eco-friendly lunch photos with #ZeroWasteECOlunchboxPledge.
Eco-Friendly Valentine’s Charcuterie Boxes for Kids
This Valentine’s Day, spread love for both your kids and the planet with eco-friendly, kid-approved charcuterie lunch boxes! Packed with sustainable ingredients like fresh fruits, proteins, and savory treats, these delightful lunches are perfect for a fun and thoughtful mealtime. Plus, enjoy 30% off our Valentine’s Day Collection with code ECOLOVE30 and make your lunchtime creations even more sustainable!
2024 Sustainable Holiday Gift Guide & Giveaway (CLOSED)
Explore this year’s Holiday Gift Guide featured brands, learn about their eco-conscious missions, and enjoy special offers and a fun giveaway to make your holiday season greener than ever. Together, we can reduce waste, support sustainable practices, and make the holidays truly meaningful.
Give the Gift of Sustainability This Holiday Season!
5 Healthy & Kid-Friendly After-School Snacks for Busy Parents
How To Throw A Zero Waste BBQ
How to Picnic for Positive Impact
It’s summertime! As you head into the great outdoors to relish the sunshine and summer fun, make sure you’re also keeping Mother Nature beautiful. Picnics and meals in the great outdoors can generate lots of trash, contribute to carbon dioxide in the environment and support the “big food” industry rather than local farmers. Crazy right? But with just a few shifts, an eco-friendly picnic can have a positive impact on your community and your environment.