The pink passion bento system 2.0 is ideal for families who embrace the bento concept for its function and sustainable style, but value the insulation and appeal of the traditional lunchbox. This brand new bento system 2.0 is ideal for work, school, and travel. The insulated carrying case keeps foods fresh, and the sturdy containers prevent squishing. Don’t leave home without it! It includes the laptop lunches bento 2.0 with a pink outer container and inner containers in magenta, all-stainless utensils, a pink insulated carrying case, a water bottle, and one copy of the laptop lunch user’s guide. Plastic containers (not lids) are microwave safe; dishwasher safe-top rack only; made in USA. Smaller inner containers = 3.12 by 2-1/2 by 2-inch, dip container = 2 by 1-1/2 by 1-1/2-inch. The exterior fabric is made from 100-percent post-consumer recycled polypropylene material; free of phthalate, BPA and lead.

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From Library Journal

This large-format volume is the first in a new series from the publisher of the “World Cookbook” series, whose attractive paperback cookbooks feature an array of international cuisines. Here, Fukushima offers recipes for traditional, generally uncomplicated dishes, most of them shown in full-page, color close-ups; there are also color photographs of ingredients and techniques for making sushi, preparing tempura, etc. Hiroko Shimbo’s authoritative The Japanese Kitchen (LJ 11/15/00) is the new standard on this topic, but Fukushima’s book provides a good introduction. For most collections. Copyright 2002 Cahners Business Information, Inc.

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After school activities are the rage of the day. With about $500 million
invested in these programs and more than 10 million children attending
them in America alone, the popularity of these activities cannot be
overlooked. Everyone understands the need to develop new skills, gain more
knowledge and keep the children safe when parents are working.

The most important factor in the success of any program is the
relationship between the children participating in the program and the
adult members who work with these children. Often, children may confide in
an adult member who is not a teacher. This kind of emotional interaction
is a must when children are struggling to make sense of the whirlpool of
emotions that assail them.

Direct contact with professionals can be an inspiring experience. Children
are very much impressed by the knowledge and experience of these adults.
Young people gain a lot of knowledge and experience when they deal with
experienced adults and older youth who serve as teachers or mentors in
these programs. These mentors are different from the teachers in the
school and children are more likely to draw inspiration from them.

After school activities that are managed professionally by people who are
successful in their own fields of expertise will produce children who are
more enthusiastic and successful. Meaningful interaction with adults is a
learning experience in itself.

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Mothering, 2/09“Chock full of uncomplicated recipes for clever noontime fare.”

If you think vegan lunchtime means peanut butter and jelly day after day, think again! Based on the wildly popular blog of the same name, Vegan Lunch Box offers an amazing array of meat-free, egg-free, and dairy-free meals and snacks. All the recipes are organized into menus to help parents pack quick, nutritious, and irresistible vegan lunches. Ideal for everyday and special occasions, Vegan Lunch Box features tips for feeding even the most finicky kids. It includes handy allergen-free indexes identifying wheat-free, gluten-free, soy-free, and nut-free recipes, and product recommendations that make shopping a breeze.

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Most folks have fond memories of their old-school metal lunchboxes, but sometimes a lunchbox just doesn’t cut it, especially when hot or cold food is involved. Enter the Zojirushi Mr. Bento lunch jar, which comes with a series of microwaveable bowls that keep food hot while you’re working. The bowls come in 15.2-, 10.1-, 9.5-, and 6.8-ounce sizes, perfect for rice, soup, a main dish, and a side dish. The bowls also stack conveniently inside the washable container, which employs vacuum-insulated stainless-steel construction to preserve the temperature of its contents for hours. If the bowls aren’t necessary for your meal, simply use the jar by itself to keep other foods hot or cool. The bundle even comes with an easy-to-carry bag for convenient transport.

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Cookie.com, 8/18/09 “Gives ideas for meat-, cheese-, and egg-free lunch entrees that will appeal to carnivores and vegans alike.”PlanetLactose.com. 8/17/09 “With quick and easy recipes, fruit and veggie ideas for even the pickiest eaters, and an allergen-free index, Vegan Lunch Box Around the World is essential for every family raising healthy kids—and for anyone who packs a lunch.” Wa’sTacoma Tribune and Olympian, 9/9 “Jennifer McCann has traversed the globe for a second time to find inspiration for her plant-based meals. A clever concept…” Baltimore’s Child magazine, 9/1 “Although aimed at parents, plenty of teens will love this book as a way to support their decision to go vegan—and there is no doubt that school lunches need all the help they can get!”NJ’s The Record, 9/7 “Readers are whisked around the globe in search of the best lunch foods in the second installment of McCann’s ‘Vegan Lunch Box’ series.”Omaha World Hera (more…)

This Bento Box Set includes a hard black outer shell containing 5 royal blue food containers (3 with lids, 2 without lids), a set of stainless steel utensils, and The Laptop Lunch User’s Guide. Removable inner containers can accommodate a variety of food sizes and its single unit eliminates the mess of jumbled containers. The sealable lid prevents wet foods from leaking onto other foods, while the dip container can be used for sauces, dressings, and other dips. Its durable plastic containers (not lids) are microwave safe and the both containers and lids are dishwasher safe–top rack only. In addition to allowing for a waste-free meal, all Laptop Lunch products are non toxic and free of phthalate, bisphenol-A (BPA), lead free, and PVC free. Creative lunch menus, Quick and easy kid-friendly recipes, Strategies for making the most of your Laptop Lunch, Tips for reducing lunchtime waste.

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