Wooden Bento Lunchbox Review

I got this Japanese bento box for a review from Life Without Plastic online store.

From the beginning I was so excited with the idea of a non-plastic container, and definitely fell in love with its simple Japanese look.

So far I’ve been using the Wooden Bento Box for over a month in our frequent outings, and every time I use it I feel like an old Samurai’s daughter.

Having lived in Japan for 3 years, I experience a nice feeling when eating rice from the Bento Box, but there are other benefits I can mention:

• Lightweight
• BEAUTIFUL (you get lots of compliments with this one)
• The perfect lunch size for us. It may not be enough for large portion eaters
• Easy to clean. Just use soapy water and a soft sponge
• The cedar wood is treated with Japanese traditional lacquer URUSHI, which is derived from the Urushi tree. This makes a brilliant, water resistant coating without harsh chemicals
• No BPA concerns
• Very pleasant to eat from
• Although not suggested by the vendor, I’ve successfully used it with only one compartment.

Enjoying obento at the Metropolitan Cultural Center in Quito

I’ve also found a couple of cons:

• Although it looks somehow sturdy, I wouldn’t take it just anywhere. I give it a lot of use in the city and for one day outings. I don’t take it to several-days trips.
• Not leak-proof. You can’t carry watery food
• The urushi coating looks delicate. I use wooden or silicone forks and spoons
• The box is comparatively pricey, but if you want to enjoy a plastic free life, the quality is worth the price

May I suggest an improvement: The box would be perfect with a Japanese fabric wrap. I indeed use a Japanese handkerchief to wrap my bento box.

Quick salad: Olives, free range eggs, organic tomatoes and macadamia nuts (not showing)

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Review: Bamboo Nesting Baskets

Where to buy: Our Green House

Review by: Lisa

These baskets are made from 100% organically grown Bamboo, an environmentally friendly material. Bamboo is a grass that is easily grown and sustained – it can handle flooding as well as drought and does not need pesticides or herbicides to grow, and, unlike trees, it grows very quickly.

The Bamboo Nesting Baskets are made from 100% organically grown bamboo. This set of three comes in different colors and sizes that fit into each other for easy storage. They are attractive and stylish and can be used for anything in the household. They can be used in the kitchen and hold fresh herbs, fruit, bread but can also be a great place to put keys, office materials, hair accessories, toiletries, toys, and other items.

The simple design of these baskets looks stylish and modern anywhere in the house.