As the mother of a toddler that didn't eat sandwiches, I found myself creatively challenged when it came to preparing lunches for her that she would actually eat. Bento is the Japanese art of packing appealing lunches. Although some are very elaborate, they don't have to be. Dividers and Food Cups are often used to present the food in a way that looks appetizing and to stop it from getting jumbled
up in transport. A Bento for an Austrailan child is probably very different to a traditional Japanese Bento. But we can still get inspiration from the style that is traditionally used but use foods that we are more familiar with. If you create sections within the lunchbox, it looks neater and more appetizing. You can do so by purchasing a special lunchbox or you could use food cups and dividers which give you a little more flexibility. A great way to start is by buying a set of silicone muffin cups and using them to create smaller sections within the lunchbox. By cutting down on individually packaged convenient foods you don't only help save our environment, you also help save your budget. Bento Bits sells kitchenware that helps you create lunches that look yummy and exciting. They can be very useful when dealing with fussy eaters. I will also be sharing tips, tricks and ideas with you.
