My Favorite Stainless Steel Lunch Container

For the eco-minded individual, changing the way you bring your lunch (ie from zip-lock bags to a re-useable container) can make a big impact on the amount of garbage you produce.  With BPA as a major health concern, you probably want to avoid using plastic tupperware.  Glass is a good option, but they tend to be large, heavy, and prone to breaking. 

Last month, I was on a hunt; to find a light, compact, and durable container to replace my glass tupperware for my lunches and snacks on the go.  The solution?  Stainless Steel!

My search brought me to little India, The Big Carrot, and Grassroots in Toronto.  I found some great options on the market, including the Canadian branded Greentainer, as well as other stackable stainless steel containers.  However, the container that caught my (and my girlfriend’s) eye was the Stainless Steel Lunch Box by Zebra Thailand that I found at Grassroots.  The stainless steel container, called the "Camping Pot" on the Zebra Thailand Website, comes with a stainless steel insert that provides 2 levels of food compartments, a lid, and a closing latch that transforms into a pot handle! 

I ended up bringing the Zebra container for a camping trip, and I was the recipient of many envious looks!  The container served as a bowl for my cereal, and kept hot noodles and soup warm for a long time (the “pot” handle allowed me to hold the container without burning my hands, which was a bonus). I also used the insert and lid as plates for my various side dishes.

At a price of $15.99 at Grassroots, this stainless steel container was a great buy, and does exactly what I need it to do.  Definitely no regrets here!