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If just saying to yourself, "I should really start packing a lunch" hasn't worked yet.
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Get it from Walmart for $12.97.
Includes one 1.7 oz bottle and one 1 oz bottle. Sriracha not included.
Get a two-pack from Amazon for $14.23.
This should be hand-washed only.
Promising review: "This has been my favorite of all the hot lunch travel containers. It has kept food warm for nine hours so far, with the best results being soups and other mainly liquid-based items. My husband and I have both been using these containers most weekdays for the last three months and have had no issues. We both live and work in the city and rely on public transportation to get around, so our bags get tossed around and smushed, but we've had absolutely no leaks thus far." —A.E. Babbs
Get it from Amazon for $20.99+ (available in six colors).
Promising review: "I am very glad I chose this lunchbox. The size is perfect, and the overall quality is great. The lining in it is thicker than most and does a great job keeping my food cool with an ice pack. The zipper and straps have all held up well. It looks modern and professional. Overall, this lunch box is perfect for my uses, and I would highly recommend." —Jake
Get it from Amazon for $14.99 (available in five colors).
Get a pack of four from Amazon for $22.99+ (available in 13 colors and patterns).
The bowl is 22 oz and dishwasher-safe.
Get it from Urban Outfitters for $10 (available in three patterns).
Plus, it's dishwasher-safe and BPA-free.
Get it from Amazon for $7.57+ (available in four colors).
Get it from WAAM Industries on Etsy for $24 (available in 11 colors) or a similar one from Amazon for $6.98.
Get a pack of 24 from Amazon for $9.99.
Promising review: "This tumbler is truly the way they describe it! I put ice and water in it at 9 p.m. at night. The next morning, there was still a lot of ice. At lunch, I added more water but not more ice. Then at 9 p.m., there was still a core of ice! It's better than a Bubba mug ($12)!! I haven't tried it for coffee yet, but I'm very happy with it!!!" —jfs4268
Get it from Amazon for $16.95 (available in six colors and three sizes).
Get it from Amazon for $13.65+ (available in five colors).
You don't have to be a kid to enjoy fun ice packs!
Get the set of four from Amazon for $7.99+ (available in eight themed sets).
It's 20 oz and has a dishwasher-safe removable container and spill-proof lid.
Promising review: "I love this food warmer. I use it for lunch and dinner at work every day. I meal-prep by freezing big batches of food in small freezer bags, and then I place them inside of coffee mugs so the food is in a shape that will fit in the Crock-Pot. I let the food cook from frozen for about two hours, and it comes out perfectly." —Karen w.
Get it from Amazon for $19.90+ (available in four colors).
Promising review: "My daughter just started middle school and takes lunch to school every day. We love the slim design of the Bentgo Fresh. It fits nicely in her bookbag along with her laptop, binders, and notebooks. An added bonus is we never have to worry about it leaking inside her bag and ruining her other stuff. Today we packed applesauce in one of the sections. Everything stayed where it was supposed to." —S. Remley
Get it from Amazon for $29.99 (available in six colors).
Get a three-pack from Amazon for $10.99.
This Really Mermaid design was created by artist Monika Strigel from Germany; many of the designs donate a portion of every sale to a coordinating charity.
Promising review: "I saw a coworker with this lunch bag and fell in love with it so I ordered one for myself! It was delivered two days after I ordered it, and it was perfect for my needs at work. The bottom expands and is roomy enough for several items including a bottle of water. The fabric is rich and vibrant in color and the neoprene keeps my lunch cool and is very strong! I love everything about it!" —Ashsmama
Get it from Amazon for $19.97 (available in 14 designs).
It includes four dishwasher-safe containers of different sizes.
Get it from Amazon for $11.49 (available in nine colors).
Get it from Amazon for $10.71.
They are also microwave-, dishwasher-, and freezer-safe.
Get a 20-pack from Amazon for $19.99.
Plus, check out a meal-prep plan to try!
This one has a tray for toppings and a container for dressing, so it won't get soggy before you eat it — preventing you from the tragedy of a truly sad desk salad.
Promising review: "This salad bowl is amazing. It's large enough for a deliciously filling lunch, but small enough so I don't feel like I'm bringing my kitchen with me to work. I like the divided area that fits on top of the bowl, which holds my greens down, while also making sure I have enough space for mixing once I'm ready for all items to come together in perfect harmony." —Jo Dangerously
Get it from Amazon for $14.99 (available in four colors).
Promising review: "I love this! No more microwaving in plastic containers (and it looks classy!). This product has inspired me to bring my own lunch to work more often — it fits easily in my purse so I do not need a separate lunch bag. Once I started searching for meal-in-a-jar ideas, I found a huge variety of options — layered salads being one of my favorites. I have also used this to bring stews, soups, curries, rice dishes, leftovers and more for lunch. I'll be buying some of these for gifts this year!" —Caroline P.
Get it from Amazon for $8.95 (available in four colors).
Get it from World Market for $6.99.
Promising review: "This is a great alternative to plastic. I love Bee's Wrap! It works great! I have used it for halved fruits and veggies in the fridge, as well as sandwiches that I take for lunch. It looks very cute as well. The small works for lemons, and the medium for larger veggies (bell peppers, squash, etc.), and the large has lots of room for a standard sandwich." —Kara
Get a set of small, medium, and large sizes from Amazon for $18+ (available in three colors).
Read our full review of the beeswax wraps here.
Get it from World Market for $14.99.
Get it on Amazon for $11.99+ (available in green and pink).
Get it from Amazon for $16.67, Barnes & Noble for $17.35, a local bookseller through Indiebound, or find a copy through your local library here.
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