Planning & Prep
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Planning & Prep
What is Meal Planning and Why is It Important?
Meal planning sounds like a simple habit to get into, and for people who have always done it, it's something that probably comes pretty naturally. Indeed, for habitual meal planners, the idea of not planning out what they and their families are going to eat before visiting the grocery store is probably unnerving. But if you were a habitual meal planner, you wouldn't be reading…...
Oct 8, 2021
Planning & Prep
How to Care for a Basil Plant from the Grocery Store
Basil is a culinary garden herb used for its fragrant leaves, which have high concentrations of essential oils. There is a range of different basil types — with sweet basil being the most common — and widely used…...
Oct 14, 2021
Planning & Prep
Are Plastic Grocery Bags Recyclable?
When you get home after doing a grocery store run, and you put all your grocery items away, you may be left with lots of plastic grocery bags. You already know plastic bags are bad…...
Sep 9, 2021
Planning & Prep
Delicious Bento Box Lunch Ideas for Anyone
Back to school season is here, which means hectic schedules and less time in the kitchen. But, thanks to the Japanese tradition of bento boxes, planning lunches can be easy. The best part about bento…...
Oct 13, 2021
Planning & Prep
What is a Bento Box? Full Guide + Helpful Tips
You've probably heard the term, but what is a bento box, and why are they so popular? What is a bento box? Quite simply, a bento box is a Japanese-style lunch box. The thing that makes them…...
Sep 23, 2021
Planning & Prep
25 Packed Lunch Ideas for Work
You may be a pro at making lunches for the kids, but it's easy to get stuck when you need to come up with packed lunch ideas for work. Armed with these 25 lunch ideas…...
Sep 20, 2021
Planning & Prep
Tips & Ideas for How to Make a Lunchbox
While it might not seem like it, a lot of thought does need to go into getting a lunchbox ready. For parents whose kids take lunch to school each day, you get into a routine.…...
Sep 10, 2021
Planning & Prep
20 Healthy Packed Lunch Ideas For Eating on the Go
Eating a healthy lunch is essential for having enough energy to get through your day. It is also a great way to save money on eating out. Of course, packing your lunch every day can get…...
Sep 2, 2021
Planning & Prep
What is a Box Lunch? Different Box Lunch Types + Guide
Box lunches have always been around, but they have become increasingly popular due to their convenience and ability to customize. These pre-packed lunches served in on-the-go lunch boxes can be incredibly tasty and creative. Whether…...
Aug 30, 2021
Planning & Prep
How to Make a Bento Box: Step by Step Instructions for Beginners
Japanese Bento Boxes are very popular – and for good reason! These perfectly packed boxed lunches are a feast for the eyes and make lunchtime so much more enjoyable. If you don’t know how to…...
Aug 30, 2021