{"title":"Food Storage \u0026 Bags","description":"\u003ch2\u003eWhy ditch the plastic and choose an eco lunch box.\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat are the benefits of using a stainless steel lunch box?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs well as being more durable and hygienic, choosing a stainless steel \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/santosorganics.com.au\/product\/lunchbox-hungry-max-1-6lt\/\" title=\"stainless steel sustainable lunch box\"\u003elunchbox\u003c\/a\u003e is better for your health, too. Some plastic lunch boxes and lunch bags can leach endocrine-disrupting chemicals into the food they come into contact with, even if they claim to be BPA-free.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eChoosing an eco lunch box and containers made of stainless steel is also more sustainable because if you look after them properly, they could last a lifetime (and beyond!)  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow do you keep food fresh in an eco lunch box?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKeep foods extra fresh and tasty in your sustainable lunchbox by using separate \u003ca title=\"Leak proof sustainable containers\" href=\"https:\/\/santosorganics.com.au\/product\/leak-proof-pot-set-2pk-seed-sprout\/\"\u003epots\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca title=\"paper snack sandwich bags\" href=\"https:\/\/santosorganics.com.au\/product\/paper-snack-sandwich-bags-48pack\/\"\u003epaper snack and sandwich bags\u003c\/a\u003e inside the main container. It’s also important to keep food at the correct temperature, especially in kids’ lunch boxes where the food might be out of the fridge for a few hours until lunchtime. Put stainless steel containers into the freezer prior to packing, use \u003ca title=\"insulated food flask\" href=\"https:\/\/santosorganics.com.au\/product\/insulated-food-flask-large-seed-sprout\/\"\u003einsulated food containers\u003c\/a\u003e to keep food hot or cold and, at the very least, pop an ice pack into your eco friendly lunch box.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow do you wash an eco lunch box?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAlthough stainless steel is resistant to corrosion, regular gentle cleaning is needed to preserve its appearance and the integrity of its surface. Wash by hand or in the dishwasher. If food is stuck to the surface, soak your sustainable lunch box in hot, soapy water before rinsing thoroughly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAnother gentle but effective way of removing deposits and stains is to apply a baking soda paste. Leave for half an hour and then rinse and dry.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat are some lunchbox ideas for adults?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you’re bored with sandwiches, consider wraps, sushi or \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/santosorganics.com.au\/recipes\/banana-sultana-muffins\/\" title=\"banana sultana muffins \"\u003emuffins\u003c\/a\u003e. Why not try a salad like this hearty \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/santosorganics.com.au\/recipes\/roasted-pumpkin-lentil-salad-with-roasted-red-pepper-vinaigrette\/\" title=\"roasted pumpkin lentil salad recipe\"\u003eroasted pumpkin and lentil salad\u003c\/a\u003e, or a \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/santosorganics.com.au\/recipes\/artichoke-lemon-cream-pasta-salad-with-broad-beans\/\" title=\"pasta salad with broad beans recipe\"\u003epasta salad\u003c\/a\u003e with artichokes and broad beans? If it’s colder, soups will be a winner at lunchtime. Try this Moroccan \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/santosorganics.com.au\/recipes\/moroccan-spiced-sweet-potato-soup\/\" title=\"moroccan spiced sweet potato soup\"\u003espiced sweet potato soup\u003c\/a\u003e or this Indian-style \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/santosorganics.com.au\/recipes\/mulligatawny-soup-recipe\/\" title=\"mulligatawny soup recipe \"\u003emulligatawny soup\u003c\/a\u003e and remember to transport it in a \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/santosorganics.com.au\/product\/insulated-food-flask-large-seed-sprout\/\" title=\"large insulated food flask by seed sprout \"\u003escrew-top insulated jar\u003c\/a\u003e to make sure it’s piping hot at lunchtime.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"bento-snack-box-3-compartments-ever-eco","title":"Ever Eco Stainless Steel Bento Snack Box 3 Compartments 580ml","description":"\u003cp\u003eBento Snack Box - 3 Compartment - Ever Eco\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCrafted from 18\/8 food grade stainless steel\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e3 compartment style features handy dividers to separate your favourite snack combinations; fresh fruit, dried fruit, veggies, nuts, cheese, crackers, sushi, rice paper rolls and popcorn- the options are endless!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDimensions: 16cm x 11.5 x 4cm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e580ml capacity\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDishwasher safe\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNot leakproof or suitable for liquids. 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