As winter sets in and the days get chilly, we want to stay snuggled up under the doona just that bit longer with that first cup of coffee.
Which is why we are delighted that our members are trialling and reviewing Moccona Barista Reserve coffee.
With Moccona Barista Reserve, you can avoid the coffee queues, stay in the comfort of your home and get that freshly brewed coffee taste in an instant. Moccona Barista Reserve brings together the finest blend of Moccona and roasted Arabica coffee beans to create an indulgent ‘me time’ coffee moment at home. The inclusion of freshly ground, high quality roasted Arabica coffee beans gives that freshly brewed coffee taste.
Coffee is a personal choice, so Moccona has created a range of 3 delicious Barista Reserve blends to choose from.
Moccona Barista Reserve Rich Expresso – Indulge in the intensely aromatic, full-bodied, bold and complex flavour of Rich Espresso with the pronounced aroma of roasted coffee.
Moccona Barista Reserve Crema – Experience the smooth aromatic notes and soft rounded taste of Crema with its lingering finish and velvety golden crema layer.
Moccona Barista Reserve Smooth Espresso – Fall in love with Smooth Espresso, a lighter, golden roast with a delicate aroma, full mouthfeel, light acidity and mild balanced flavour.
Tips on how to enjoy your coffee!
The Moccona Masterblenders have observed how Australians enjoy their coffee at home, and have recommended a heaped teaspoon to 200ml of boiling water. But, coffee is personal and we all have our own perfect recipe for making it just the way we like it.
If you prefer a stronger cup of coffee, add a little less water or a little more coffee. If you like a weaker coffee, add a little less coffee. Moccona Barista Reserve is delicious black or with a dash of milk. It is smooth enough to drink without sugar, but if you like things a little sweeter, add as much sugar as you need to get the taste you love.
See what MoM Members are saying about Moccona Barista Reserve after trialling and reviewing …
Have you tried Moccona Barista Reserve?
If you’ve tried any of the flavours in the Moccona Barista Reserve range, post a review below.
Sitting with family and friends in a park, doing barbecue and brewing Moccona Barista Reserve to set the right picnic mood. This has become my picnic coffee which accompanies me on a sunny day.
The rich and smooth taste of Moccona Barista Reserve provides the perfect amount of kick to set the mood right. It’s not only my favorite now, but it’s a big hit with all my loved ones.
Moccona Barista Reserve tastes like it’s barista made
Moccona Barista Reserve is the best quality coffee for home
Moccona Barista Reserve has that freshly brewed coffee taste
I would recommend Barista Reserve to my friends and family
This coffee has the most amazing scent to it. The Aroma is amazing and makes you drool as soon as you pop open the lid. When i make my coffee it comes out smooth and just like i have been at my local cafe. My friends have loved trialing this amazing coffee.
Moccona Barista Reserve tastes like it’s barista made
Moccona Barista Reserve is the best quality coffee for home
Moccona Barista Reserve has that freshly brewed coffee taste
I would recommend Barista Reserve to my friends and family
Seriously The Best Coffee I've Ever Had. Yes, Seriously.
As the title says, this is the best coffee I have ever had, and I don’t just mean the instant variety for at home. I have had coffee from cafes fancy or otherwise and I don’t remember thinking “yum, I can see why this is $500 a cup, it’s magical!”. It’s never been anything special, but certainly has been bitter and unpalatable at times.
I like my coffee strong because a weak one will often send me to sleep or wishing I was at least (I sure took sleep for granted before having kids) which is why I chose to try the Rich Espresso variety. Other instant coffee I have tried tastes unpleasant the more coffee you use, so having a coffee to wake me up has been about what it can do for me, not will I enjoy it.
Moccona Barista Reserve tastes fantastic no matter how strong I make it. It’s smooth and creamy, and I no longer want to add some cocoa or something to my beverage to make it easier to drink. This is the best coffee I’ve ever had from anywhere, and I’m excited that I can buy it from the supermarket and enjoy it at home or make a large cup to take while out and about. Everyday is like Christmas, special and more enjoyable with Moccona. I am very grateful I was able to trial this, so thank you MoM and Moccona, you’re both #1.
“I can now have my coffee and enjoy it too.”
Moccona Barista Reserve tastes like it’s barista made
Moccona Barista Reserve is the best quality coffee for home
Moccona Barista Reserve has that freshly brewed coffee taste
I would recommend Barista Reserve to my friends and family
As a mum, I love being able to make myself a coffee (usually with a child on my hip) and sit down to drink it hot. Sometimes that means putting the kids in the car and driving around and other times I am lucky enough to be able to sit on the couch and drink my coffee before it goes cold. The Moccona Barista Reserve Crema is delicious and feels like I am enjoying cafe quality coffee in the warmth and comfort of my own home. Very happy with this coffee and I definitely intend to purchase in the future.
Moccona Barista Reserve tastes like it’s barista made
Moccona Barista Reserve is the best quality coffee for home
Moccona Barista Reserve has that freshly brewed coffee taste
I would recommend Barista Reserve to my friends and family
Moccona Barista Reserve Rich Espresso is the perfect coffee at any time of day, no matter the weather! Brrrrr it’s cold outside, kids are on holidays and experiencing cabin fever, but never fear when you have Moccona Barista Reserve coffee near ???? The rich aroma and smooth taste takes you away from the chaos for 5 minutes. Bliss ????
Moccona Barista Reserve tastes like it’s barista made
Moccona Barista Reserve is the best quality coffee for home
Moccona Barista Reserve has that freshly brewed coffee taste
I would recommend Barista Reserve to my friends and family
I have tried this coffee a few times now and have finally found the correct amount for me to use. Since this I have really enjoyed this coffee and have used it to make Iced Coffee as well as hot. My husband is also now enjoying it also we are not getting the aftertaste we were getting previously.
Moccona Barista Reserve tastes like it’s barista made
Moccona Barista Reserve is the best quality coffee for home
Moccona Barista Reserve has that freshly brewed coffee taste
I would recommend Barista Reserve to my friends and family
I’m loving the Moccona Barista reserve Rich Espresso. I’ll definitely buy again. I’m really keen to try the Cream one now too after reading other reviews.
The Rich Espresso has helped me through a busy week. I love how easy it is to prepare , how well it dissolves yet still tastes like it’s been barista made.
I’m recommending this particular one to my friends and family for sure.
Moccona Barista Reserve tastes like it’s barista made
Moccona Barista Reserve is the best quality coffee for home
Moccona Barista Reserve has that freshly brewed coffee taste
I would recommend Barista Reserve to my friends and family
I enjoy a strong coffee and Moccona Rich Espresso is exactly what I’ve ordered but made at home and can easily be made at work. It’s convenient and so robust in taste and smoothness that I easily find myself making another before lunch is over.
Moccona Barista Reserve tastes like it’s barista made
Moccona Barista Reserve is the best quality coffee for home
Moccona Barista Reserve has that freshly brewed coffee taste
I would recommend Barista Reserve to my friends and family
So after my last review saying the guys decided they wanted to try Barista Reserve and purchasing the Rich Espresso for them …..wait for it, the tin disappeared. Well actually the story goes one of my guys was called into work on an emergency early morning job with two more work colleges. Apparently the robust full-bodied flavour gave them their early morning loved coffee hit and the odd cup or two throughout the morning helped them stay focused. Verdict: They are all Barista Reserve fans now.
Moccona Barista Reserve tastes like it’s barista made
Moccona Barista Reserve is the best quality coffee for home
Moccona Barista Reserve has that freshly brewed coffee taste
I would recommend Barista Reserve to my friends and family
So after my review of the Crema (for the gals) the guys decided they wanted to try the Barista Coffee as well. The purchase was for the Moccona Barista Reserve Rich Espresso. They love it, it’s strong and robust but smooth and does not leave a bitter after taste. Wakes them up in the morning and has that delicious roasted aroma.
Moccona Barista Reserve tastes like it’s barista made
Moccona Barista Reserve is the best quality coffee for home
Moccona Barista Reserve has that freshly brewed coffee taste
I would recommend Barista Reserve to my friends and family
This is farewell to my reviews of this most amazing Moccona Barista Reserve Crema. The gals just LoVe it to bits and rave over the lovely crema top. They also comment that it is as good as the coffee they purchase at their fav cafe. And have even said they are considering purchasing a tin for the work room kitchen. Now to the tin it is sooo pretty with its pastel shade but the contents in the tin are what sets this divine coffee apart from others.
Moccona Barista Reserve tastes like it’s barista made
Moccona Barista Reserve is the best quality coffee for home
Moccona Barista Reserve has that freshly brewed coffee taste
I would recommend Barista Reserve to my friends and family
I packed my Moccona Barista Reserve into my checkin luggage ready for our one month holiday in Ireland and Iceland. Waking up every morning in our rental campervan, we have a cup of Australian coffee! We also have it in our keep cup while travelling on the road! Loved it! Home away from home!
Moccona Barista Reserve tastes like it’s barista made
Moccona Barista Reserve is the best quality coffee for home
Moccona Barista Reserve has that freshly brewed coffee taste
I would recommend Barista Reserve to my friends and family
I have been a Moccona fan for a long time, but this is the first time I have tried the Barista Reserve and I am an absolute convert. The full flavour hits the spot everytime, though at the same time, it’s not too strong! It’s so nice to sit down with a fresh cup in the morning, I would definitely recommend trying it!
Moccona Barista Reserve tastes like it’s barista made
Moccona Barista Reserve is the best quality coffee for home
Moccona Barista Reserve has that freshly brewed coffee taste
I would recommend Barista Reserve to my friends and family
Show casing : Moccona Barista Reserve Crema. Our coffee of choice is Moccona Classic 5 Medium Roast …well move over because another blend has moved in as well, Moccona Barista Reserve Crema. OMG now the gals can enjoy deliciously creamy coffee like from a cafe at home. Smooth aromatic notes, smooth soft rounded taste that lingers and lasts till the last drop. But the golden crown to this OH sooo perfect coffee is the velvety golden crema layer. Best part is you do not have to own a gold mine to experience this golden coffee. Perfection with a crema top. It’s tops.
Moccona Barista Reserve tastes like it’s barista made
Moccona Barista Reserve is the best quality coffee for home
Moccona Barista Reserve has that freshly brewed coffee taste
I would recommend Barista Reserve to my friends and family
Our coffee of choice is Moccona Classic 5 Medium Roast …well move over because another blend has moved in as well. Show casing : Moccona Barista Reserve Crema. OMG now the gals can enjoy deliciously creamy coffee like from a cafe at home. Smooth aromatic notes, smooth soft rounded taste that lingers and lasts till the last drop. But the golden crown to this OH sooo perfect coffee is the velvety golden crema layer. Best part is you do not have to own a gold mine to experience this golden coffee.
Moccona Barista Reserve tastes like it’s barista made
Moccona Barista Reserve is the best quality coffee for home
Moccona Barista Reserve has that freshly brewed coffee taste
I would recommend Barista Reserve to my friends and family
I have tried the rich espresso. I found I needed to add extra of this coffee to get enough flavour. At the end of the cup you end up with some residue. I only bought this coffee to try because it was quite a good special in Coles. Moccona is my main coffee to drink at home so thought I would give this new one a try. I think this new coffee is expensive for it’s regular cost.
Moccona Barista Reserve tastes like it’s barista made
Moccona Barista Reserve is the best quality coffee for home
Moccona Barista Reserve has that freshly brewed coffee taste
I would recommend Barista Reserve to my friends and family
I love coffee but quite often, going outside for cafe made coffee is not an easy task and I would prefer not to do it so this is really delicious and really tastes like good coffee that only takes a few minutes in the comfort of my own home.
Moccona Barista Reserve tastes like it’s barista made
Moccona Barista Reserve is the best quality coffee for home
Moccona Barista Reserve has that freshly brewed coffee taste
I would recommend Barista Reserve to my friends and family
The well balanced flavour was the highlight for me. Though it’s not exactly like a barista-made coffee, when I tried it again using warm frothed milk, it really wasn’t far off. Better than some barista-made coffees for sure. The strength of Moccona Barista Reserve was on the mark and it smelt amazing. Would buy again if I needed instant coffee.
Moccona Barista Reserve tastes like it’s barista made
Moccona Barista Reserve is the best quality coffee for home
Moccona Barista Reserve has that freshly brewed coffee taste
I would recommend Barista Reserve to my friends and family
I would not buy it for the whole price, I would buy it if it is on 50% discount. I like the taste, the aroma, the richness of coffee, I tried the Rich Espresso. I recommend it to all coffee lovers, it is value for money if you will buy it with discounts. We also tried as well the Smooth Espresso, a lighter version of the Rich Espresso.
Moccona Barista Reserve tastes like it’s barista made
Moccona Barista Reserve is the best quality coffee for home
Moccona Barista Reserve has that freshly brewed coffee taste
I would recommend Barista Reserve to my friends and family
Best coffee ever. The aroma and flavour are great. We love the fact that it is easy to make but tastes good like barista made. I look forward everyday wihen I wake up having this coffee. Thank you
Moccona Barista Reserve tastes like it’s barista made
Moccona Barista Reserve is the best quality coffee for home
Moccona Barista Reserve has that freshly brewed coffee taste
I would recommend Barista Reserve to my friends and family
As a family of coffee drinkers we absolutely loved the flavour of the Moccona creama We trialled.It had a smooth taste with a wonderful aroma.Rich and creamy.I even gave it relatives when they visited and all of them said it was the best instant coffee they had in a very long time and we’re going to buy the other flavours to try them as well. Ive since bought the same one again and it will become part of my regular shopping.A winner in this household
Moccona Barista Reserve tastes like it’s barista made
Moccona Barista Reserve is the best quality coffee for home
Moccona Barista Reserve has that freshly brewed coffee taste
I would recommend Barista Reserve to my friends and family
I really enjoyed receiving this coffee to review. It does make a lovely creamy coffee without being too strong or bitter. I gave a cup to my Mum. She loves her coffees and is quite fussy about them. I think she is now a convert as she liked it as much as a bought one, she said.
Moccona Barista Reserve tastes like it’s barista made
Moccona Barista Reserve is the best quality coffee for home
Moccona Barista Reserve has that freshly brewed coffee taste
I would recommend Barista Reserve to my friends and family
I decided to give this coffee a twist by making barista mocha using chocolate and Moccana Batista. One minute in the microwave and the whole floor could smell my coffee. Lol… Such an amazing flavour. And yes the mocha turned out to be very yummy and exactly what I wanted. Love it. I’m sure gonna try the other flavours of this coffee. A picture of my mocha at work. Love it! And Moccana has more fans now. Yayyyy
Moccona Barista Reserve tastes like it’s barista made
Moccona Barista Reserve is the best quality coffee for home
Moccona Barista Reserve has that freshly brewed coffee taste
I would recommend Barista Reserve to my friends and family
I am always a bit hesitant to try new coffee products but this one surprised me as it was far better than I thought it would be. It was smooth and rich and just as good as some of the other good products. I recommend that others try to expand their coffee experience and be pleasantly surprised.
Moccona Barista Reserve tastes like it’s barista made
Moccona Barista Reserve is the best quality coffee for home
Moccona Barista Reserve has that freshly brewed coffee taste
I would recommend Barista Reserve to my friends and family
We bought this coffee Crema from Coles yesterday and bought myself a new mug to drink my special coffee. While making coffee I really could smell the difference… So rich and creamy. The aroma was amazing. The taste was amazing too. It was rich , smooth and creamy. I could totally tell the difference between this coffee and other coffees. Loved it and would totally recommend using this Moccona barista.
Moccona Barista Reserve tastes like it’s barista made
Moccona Barista Reserve is the best quality coffee for home
Moccona Barista Reserve has that freshly brewed coffee taste
I would recommend Barista Reserve to my friends and family
It is Very Smooth coffee I like the packaging it is easy to open its easy to spot. The best coffee on the market. I like the name of the range (Barista). My nephew told me he drinks it too whilst I made him a coffee and he says he loves it too. I don’t often like instant coffee.
Moccona Barista Reserve tastes like it’s barista made
Moccona Barista Reserve is the best quality coffee for home
Moccona Barista Reserve has that freshly brewed coffee taste
I would recommend Barista Reserve to my friends and family
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12 Best Kids’ Lunch Boxes For School In Australia
The right lunch box helps keep little humans nourished while making life a lot easier for mums and dads! So to help you find the perfect one faster, we’ve put the best kids’ lunch boxes for school in Australia in one handy spot.
Kids’ lunch boxes have come a very long way. No longer just plastic boxes for toting treats, they’re now durable, washable, droppable and best of all, easy for kids to use. There are heaps of different styles to choose from, and if you head to the bottom of this article, you’ll find more information on what to look for, how to choose the right one for your child, and even what to put in it!
Whether you’re after a colourful lunch box to match that new drink bottle, or a machine-washable option that saves you time, there’s something in our shortlist for every type of foodie.
If you’re not sure where to start when it comes to lunch box shopping, check out our comparison table below as a handy guide. (Use the bottom slider to see all brands)
The table below is a guide only. Products are subject to changes by brands.
MontiiCo
B.Box
Frank Green Lunch Container
Yumbox
Sky Gazer
Bentgo Modern
The Somewhere Co. Mini
EcoCocoon
Bright Star Kids
Stuck On You
Country Road Elysia
OmieBox
Style
Bag
Bento
Box
Bento
Bag
Bento
Bag
Bento
Bag
Bento
Bag
Bento
Colour variations
YES
YES
YES
YES
YES
YES
YES
YES
YES
YES
YES
YES
Material
Fabric & aluminium lining
PP & silicone
Stainless steel & silicone
ABS, tritan & silicone
Fabric & PEVA lining
BPA-free plastic
RPET & aluminium foil lining
Stainless steel & silicone
Fabric & insulation lining
BPA-free plastic
100% cotton canvas & insulation lining
Stainless steel, plastic & silicone
Start price
$42.95
$27.95
$79.95
$49.95
$34.99
$39.95
$38
$84.95
$39.95
$54.95
$59.95
$89.95
Loved forits
Roomy size & machine washable design
Custom divider
3-in-1 design
Portion-controlled sections
Unique designs
Removable sandwich divider
Shoulder strap
Dishwasher-safe parts
Personalisation
Leak-proof silicone seal
Internal name label
Storage for hot and cold food
Mouths Of Mums Kids’ Lunch Boxes Comparison Table. (The products above are featured in our shortlist below.)
How to choose the best lunch box for school
When you’re searching for a kids’ lunch box, take the time to work out what will best suit their needs. If you make the right choice and invest in a quality one, it will last many years.
Box, bento or bag? If your child doesn’t like different foods touching, a bento lunch box is a great choice. Also, think about whether they prefer cut-up or whole fruit; a bento is better suited to cut food, while bags and boxes suit whole fruit. Bags are fantastic if you like to pack separate containers, like smaller bento or snack containers.
Freshness is a must – An insulated bag or box will keep everything cool and fresh until snack and lunchtime. But you can also get boxes that come with cold and ice packs. Remember, kids’ lunches often sit at room temperature for up to 5 or 6 hours before they’re eaten, so insulation and coolness are important. Check out how to keep school lunches safe in the heat.
Easy-to-clean design – Check if the box is dishwasher-safe, or for lunch bags, if they’re machine-washable.
Leak-proof – The last thing you want is a soggy mess at lunchtime, so if buying a hard lunch box, look for designs that are leak-proof with proper seals.
Child-friendly – Depending on your child’s motor skills and independence, you may need to start with a product that’s simple to open and close.
The right size – We tend to pack way too much in our kids’ lunches, so think about how much realistically you’ll need to pack for your child when choosing the size of their lunch box. You may also need to consider the size of their school bags.
12 Best Lunch Boxes For School Kids In Australia
Ready to get back-to-school sorted? From stainless steel gems to beautiful bentos, we’ve done all the hard work so you don’t have to. So sit back and enjoy our curated Mom Guide of the best kids’ lunch boxes for school in Australia.
These award-winning lunch bags have sold over 200,000 units – and it’s clear to see why. The interior of each large bag measures 29cm x 23.5cm x 7.5cm, making them big enough to fit multiple containers and even many popular bento boxes. Each bag comes with an ice pack for up to eight hours of cooling – and you have a massive range of designs to choose from.
Pros:
Interior name label
Fabulous large size fits everything!
Comes with an ice pack for day-long cooling
“A vote for montii co lunch boxes, lunch bags and freezer bricks (they really do stay frozen all day!!” (Megan)
“Montii lunch bags are the best and the freezer brick can stay frozen for ages I forgot one day and it was still cold after 24hrs”(Sarah)
Tired of apples not fitting in hard lunch boxes? b.box has solved this with its flexible ‘whole fruit holder’ that bends around the fruit rather than squashing it – genius! If you’re not keen on cutting up a fruit salad every day, this multi-compartment two-litre lunch box has handy homes for everything. It also comes with a gel cooler pack (a must for Aussie summer!), and it’s freezer-safe. Choose from a range of colours.
Pros:
Leak-proof silicone seal
Comes with a gel cooler pack
The square section is big enough for a regular sandwich
“B-box lunch boxes are the best…all parts come out so you can wash them super easy! So many awesome accessories available for them too!”(Kerrie)
“BBox lunch boxes are great and they fit in the large Montiico lunch bags. As someone has said, the ice brick that comes with it is amazing too”(Tash)
“I really like the B.Box lunch boxes.”(Kendal)
“Bbox is the winner in our community on repeat.”(Mums On A Budget)
Got a Frank Green fan on your hands? This is the lunch box to match their drink bottle. It comes in a gorgeous range of colours suited to all ages and uses 90% post-consumer recycled stainless steel and quality silicone lids. Monograms, bumper guards and ice bricks are all available separately.
Pros:
Leak-resistant design for mess-free travel
Comes with two microwave-safe removable containers
Customisable with your choice of bumper, ice brick and monogramming (at an additional cost)
With the option of four, five or six compartments, it’s easy to see why Yumbox Bento Lunch Boxes are such a hit with Australian kids. They feature handy, pre-measured half-cup serving compartments to help pack a healthy lunch and contain absolutely no BPA or phthalates. Pop it straight into the dishwasher on the top rack for easy cleaning.
Pros:
Top rack dishwasher-safe
Includes five half-cup sections for portion control
Sections are labelled to help parents with a balanced lunch
If your little (or not-so-little) one wants a lunch bag everyone will comment on, this is it. Available in a range of stunning designs, they come with a long and strong handle and easy-use zippers. But good looks aside, what’s winning heart about these is their capacity – they hold up to seven litres of food!
After something a bit more mature? Bentgo’s Modern lunch boxes are a great option. They have a sleek matte finish in a choice of four stylish shades, including Mint Green, Orchid, Dark Grey and Navy. Each is cleverly designed with a removable divider that allows you to choose between using three or four compartments. Even better, they are leak-proof, microwave-safe and fine to pop in the dishwasher.
Colourful and easy to carry, these bags are insulated, eco-friendly and secure. It features aluminium foil lining that keeps food fresh all day long, and it comes with top-level carry handles and a shoulder strap, which is brilliant for those days when kids have a lot to tote. Choose from a range of styles.
Pros:
Roomy and stylish
Shoulder strap makes carrying easy (and great if schoolbags are too full!)
Zip-front pocket handy for cold packs or notes from mum
Large enough for the hungriest of school kids, this stainless steel wonder has a removable silicone seal in the lid to stop thick liquids from leaking. No more soggy anything! There are five handy compartments to make sure all of the food groups are ticked off, with a large compartment perfect for sandwiches, and smaller ones for snacks.
Pros:
Dishwasher-safe
Every compartment is leak-proof
Easy to open and close (suitable for younger kids)
Practical and customisable with your child’s name, these insulated bags tick all the boxes. You have a choice of five bag colours, and from there you get to choose from a huge range of designs and fonts to personalise it! Each comes with a mesh pocket for ice bricks, a top carry handle, a secure zip closure and enough internal space to fit a medium bento box.
Pros:
Machine-washable
Internal mesh pocket for an ice brick
With their name on it, you won’t need to visit lost property!
With a leak-proof silicone seal, these colourful lunch companions keep sauces and dips right where they belong. They come with six compartments, which convert to three for easy washing on the top shelf of the dishwasher. They’re free from any nasties and customisation with your child’s name – no more lost property, yay! Choose from box colours of Matte Navy, Pink Lemonade, Dusky Blue or Seafoam Green- if you can!
Uber stylish and as roomy as can be, these contemporary bags are perfect for kids of all ages who prefer to pack several separate containers. It has a 100% cotton canvas outer, an insulated lining and comes with a super handy internal name label. Just as great for preschool as they are for high school.
Pros:
Easy-carry handle
Internal name label
Stylish design, great for kids who prefer muted shades
Finally, a kids’ lunch box that stores hot AND cold food in one place! Designed out of necessity by a problem-solving mum, the OmieBox encourages low-waste lunches and ends the need to use multiple clunky containers (which always get lost!). The spill-proof individual compartments mean no mixing of savoury and sweet, and the 280ml double-wall thermos keeps soups and pasta hot for up to six hours!
Health professionals agree that kids need a good balance of lean protein, grains, fruit and vegetables throughout the school day. Skip the processed food and try to reach for whole foods that pack a punch in the nutrient department. Here are some great ideas:
Grilled chicken or turkey wraps with fresh salad
Crackers and vegetable sticks with healthy dips like hummus
Whole-grain pasta with cherry tomatoes and your choice of cheese
Zucchini slice cut into rectangles for easy stacking in an insulated box
Getting ready for the return to school has started to kick in so this was a timely read. We have the yum box and i love it, it is so easy for my daughter to open and close on her own. I find the lunch cooler bags also a great idea however some days depending on what else needs to go to school, they can be quite bulky to include in the school bag. I need to do some more research this year as i like the idea of being able to watch it in the washing machine, that is a clever idea.
Along with all of the other back to school products; there is also a good range of lunch boxes available for people to buy. It has been fun to see the wide range of bottles and lunch boxes that are available for the new year for school and for work.
Lunch boxes have come such a long way since my eldest was a kid, he’s now 26! There’s really a solution to everything from food heating, cooling, dividers, pockets etc etc. Lunch boxes are a real fashion accessory and so on-trend these days. I personally love the Bento lunch boxes. They save on plastic and separate different foods.
I am such a huge fan of Bento lunch boxes and Bento. Food should be so many wonderful things; including delicious, fun, colourful and nutritious too. Lunch is a favourite meal because the body is ready for some more calories and a boost of energy. Food looks so good in Bento lunch boxes.
So so many fantastic options! We use the montii co ones for our kdis and swear by it. Its lasted 3 years so far and still standing strong, like new since the first day using it. They are so durable and i find cleaning them to be the easiest for us.
There are so many great lunch box option out there indeed ! I’ve always liked the Bento style lunch boxes for my kids. It reduces the use of plastic lunch bags and packaged food which aren’t very good for the environment and it encourages to present a good variety of foods (which is not only better nutrition wise but lao to prevent our kids from getting bored with same foods all the time.
There are some really fabulous options here. So many variations of colour, shape and size. I love the bento style lunch boxes, so handy to keep food separate and eliminate the use of plastic packaging. The machine washable bags are a great idea too. They can get grubby so fast, this would be so much easier to maintain
This has gotten much easier since my kids hit high school – they have strong opinions about their lunch boxes, so I don’t have to think about it so much anymore! However, I am strongly in favor of bento style boxes regardless of their age. They’re easy to clean, easy to pack, and invite appropriate sized portions.
Great article! Our kids are so lucky, when it comes to lunchboxes, they really are spoilt for choice. There are so many to pick from. Regarding sandwiches, my eldest son, used to hate sandwiches for school lunches. It wasn’t until many years later that I discovered that he’d throw out his sandwiches in the playground bins. My son’s an adult now and he still hates sandwiches. He only likes “hot” lunches. So glad he lives on his own now and can make his own “hot” lunches just the way he likes them.
This is an extremely useful article!! 2 schppl going kids and third starting kinder soon means we are always on the lookout for lunch ideas and lunch boxes. This is a great list with features and prices listed to make the search easier and help with decision making for purchasing of the lunch boxes
This is super useful article and thank you. I can see so variety of lunch boxes from every store. Always wonder which one would be more convenient to use by little hands. I love some of these lunchboxes to give it a try for this year. And then decide to go with suitable ones
Wow, lunch boxes have really come such a long way from when I was taking a lunch box to school. Feel old, like “back in my day”, but we were lucky to have options like are available now. While I like some of these designs, I feel like they aren’t super practical.
These lunchboxes are beautiful but are they really worth the expensive price tag? I have been through so many lunch boxes and bags over the years and found the best it to use an insulated lunchbox bag with ice brick and use small containers to keep individual items fresh and assessable.
I love the bbox lunch boxes. They are so reliable and tough when kids throw their bags around. Easy to wash and store. I have used the we can be tiny snackies at home too. The boys love choosing a certain animal shape. They wash well, are durable and great quality.
My kids are old enough now to pack their own lunches and I am so happy to see the great choices they are making. They take left over meals, cook food in the morning to take and now I am confident they aren’t throwing away sandwiches! I do have the chilly bags for them, I find they fit better into bags
My daughter uses a bento box now for work and sometimes an insulated bag in summer, but when she was at school it was a rectangular lunch box with no compartments. It was very easy to wash each day, just the box and lid, and it could still be filled with rolls/sandwiches and snacks.
Lunchboxes are so important these days. Back in my day it was a brown paper bag or the exact same lunch box that everyone else had and there were three compartments. Today its such a fashion statement and as much as the lunchbox itself is judged so are the contents.
I absolutely love the bb box quite sturdy. It took many lunch box to find one that would last. Before this lunch box we had a stuck on you. I found the stuck on you lunch box didn’t last when the hinge’s snapped they wouldn’t get back to me (only had for a short time and my youngest couldn’t open it so it wasn’t dropped. Just opened it after the 8th time and snapped). The bb box has lasted the last year and a half and still going strong
What a great help for busy Mommas like us. From the style to comfort and convenience, this article really put the best for our kids. Not to mention the added info about safety on what these lunchboxes were made of! I am also impressed about the organisation function of each, it seems small but woooh could put so much…thanks for sharing this article
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