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My Daily Lunch Box Setup 🍱

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I got so tired of spending $15 on sad desk lunches every day. Started packing my own and honestly I look forward to lunch now. Here's everything I use.
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The Containers

I went through like five sets of leaky containers before landing on these. No more soggy bags or mystery spills in my work tote.

 
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this is my go-to every single day. compartments keep everything separate 🙌
Bentgo Kids Lunch Box - Leakproof Bento-Style
 
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super lightweight. I toss it in my bag and forget it's there.
Sistema To Go Containers | Food Storage
 
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the clear sides let me see what's inside without opening it. also microwave safe which is clutch
Rubbermaid Brilliance Food Storage Container
 
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when I want to reheat something properly. glass just hits different 🍝
Pyrex Glass Storage Containers
 
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bought these on a whim. zero leaks after months of daily use.
Snapware® Total Solution® Pyrex® 4-piece Glass Storage Set with Plastic Lids
 
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keeps dressing separate from greens. my salads actually stay crispy now
Bentgo Glass Salad Container - White

Keeping It Cold 🧊

I learned the hard way that mayo + warm bag = bad time. These keep everything at the right temp until lunch.

 
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you freeze the whole bag. no ice packs needed which blew my mind
Freezable Lunch Bags | Durable & Stylish Options
 
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fits my containers perfectly and looks nice enough for the office
igloo fashion leftover lunch tote
 
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slim enough to slide in next to my containers. they stay cold for hours
Fit & Fresh Cool Coolers | Slim Lunch Ice Packs
 
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keeps soup hot til noon. my coworker bought one after trying mine lol
10oz FUNtainer® Kids Insulated Food Jar
 
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pricier but worth it. built like a tank 💪
Hydro Flask Kids' Insulated Hard Sided Lunch Box
 
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this thing keeps stuff cold ALL day. even in summer heat.
Titan by Arctic Zone 24 Cans/16 qt Eco Backpack Cooler

Utensils & Extras

I kept forgetting forks at home and eating with my hands like a gremlin. Now I keep a set in my bag at all times.

 
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comes in a little case. lives permanently in my work bag
Bentgo Stainless Steel Reusable 3pc Travel Utensil Set
 
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perfect for dips, dressings, little snack portions
OXO Prep and Go Containers: Leakproof & Dishwasher Safe
 
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replaced all my plastic baggies with these. easy to wash too 🌿
Stasher Reusable Silicone Travel Accessories Bag Set - 2pk
 
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tiny but holds exactly the right amount of vinaigrette
Salad Dressing Containers
 
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I drink a lot of iced coffee at lunch. these are solid
Room Essentials Reusable Straw Set
 
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stopped using paper napkins. feels a little fancy and saves waste
Threshold Cloth Napkins | Reversible & Machine Washable

Snack Time

I'm a snacker. If I don't pack something between meals I will 100% hit the vending machine and regret it.

 
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the Target brand nuts are honestly really good and way cheaper
good and gather nut
 
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literally just fruit. nothing weird in the ingredients list
That's It. Fiber Fun Size Apple + Mango Fruit Bars
 
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crunchy, salty, high protein. dangerous how good these are 😅
Parmesan Baked Cheese Crisp - 2.12oz - Good & Gather
 
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my 3pm pick-me-up. sweet enough without being a candy bar
Nut Bars for Sale | Peanut Butter & Dark Chocolate
 
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the no shell ones are key. nobody wants to deal with shells at their desk
Wonderful Pistachios No Shells Roasted & Salted Multipack
 
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tastes like candy but it's just mango. I go through bags of this stuff
Freeze Dried Mango Slices - 3oz - Good & Gather

Drinks 🥤

Staying hydrated at work was my weakest point. Having a good bottle that I actually like using made all the difference.

 
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fits in my car cupholder and keeps water ice cold. finally a Stanley I like
Stanley Flip Straw Tumbler | 30 Oz Stainless Steel IceFlow
 
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the bite valve is easy to drink from while typing. no spill risk
CamelBak Eddy Kids Water Bottle - Various Sizes, Leakproof
 
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I fill this once in the morning and I'm set for the whole day
hydro flask 32 oz wide mouth
 
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for hot coffee. it literally will not spill even if you knock it over
Contigo Travel Mug: Insulated Snapseal Coffee ...
 
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filters as you drink. office water tastes weird so this helps a lot
Filter Water Bottles | Brita & LifeStraw Stainless Steel Options
 
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indestructible. I've dropped mine on concrete multiple times. not a scratch
Nalgene 32 Oz Water Bottles | Durable & Reusable Options