Runningforme82 Posted September 10, 2012 Share Posted September 10, 2012 I'm not sure if this is the right location for this question....but.... Since the Lunch Bots insulated containers are out of stock until October, are their any other suggestions of brands out there? Curious what others are using. I've been bringing my food in pyrex glass bowls with lids to work and microwaving with out the lid on. Some how...some way...I'm still tasting something funky (plastic) on my food and I'm not cool with that. I'm a little miffed that Whole30 has made me THAT sensitive, lol, but oh well Thanks Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Susan W Posted September 11, 2012 Share Posted September 11, 2012 I found them on Amazon. Is this what you mean? I don't think you could microwave them though, they are metal. http://www.amazon.com/LunchBots-Duo-Stainless-Container-Orange/dp/B001OIX5H2/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1347321474&sr=8-1&keywords=non+plastic+insulated+containers Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Runningforme82 Posted September 11, 2012 Author Share Posted September 11, 2012 No these http://www.amazon.com/LunchBots-16-ounce-Stainless-Insulated-Container/dp/B005M92YN0/ref=sr_1_12?s=home-garden&ie=UTF8&qid=1347322232&sr=1-12&keywords=lunch+bots Ya, I'm looking for something that I can bring already warm from home, so something to keep it warm. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Susan W Posted September 11, 2012 Share Posted September 11, 2012 Oh got it. Those look very cool. If you google then and click on a result other than Amazon, you'll find other places to get them. Probably have to pay shipping though. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Runningforme82 Posted September 11, 2012 Author Share Posted September 11, 2012 Wish they weren't so darn expensive! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Susan W Posted September 11, 2012 Share Posted September 11, 2012 Wish they weren't so darn expensive! Yes, they are spendy, but I think I may want one for winter leftovers at work. How long do they keep your food warm? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Runningforme82 Posted September 11, 2012 Author Share Posted September 11, 2012 I think I saw like 5 or 6 hours but not totally sure. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Susan W Posted September 11, 2012 Share Posted September 11, 2012 I think I saw like 5 or 6 hours but not totally sure. Oh...I thought you had already tried them. I wonder why you needed replacements. Just clicked the "let me know when they are available" button on amazon. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
StuffIMakeMyHusband Posted September 11, 2012 Share Posted September 11, 2012 I use a Zojirushi lunch jar: http://www.zojirushi.com/user/scripts/user/prod_category.php?prod_category_id=6 The lunch bots are neither insulated nor microwaveable so I prefer the Zoji. I have the "classic bento" which is the largest but they come in a variety of sizes. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Susan W Posted September 11, 2012 Share Posted September 11, 2012 I use a Zojirushi lunch jar: http://www.zojirushi...d_category_id=6 The lunch bots are neither insulated nor microwaveable so I prefer the Zoji. I have the "classic bento" which is the largest but they come in a variety of sizes. Those are very cool. They are available on Amazon. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jhmomi Posted September 12, 2012 Share Posted September 12, 2012 These are only 10 ounce containers but I like them. We have three for the kids, but I used to use them when I worked at the hospital and packed up my food for a 12 hour shift. $15-18 depending on the color. http://www.amazon.co...1&keywords=fogo This one is pretty... http://www.amazon.com/Thermos-Raya-Compact-Food-Henna/dp/B002VK64GQ/ref=sr_1_34?ie=UTF8&qid=1347411049&sr=8-34&keywords=thermos Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Susan W Posted September 12, 2012 Share Posted September 12, 2012 These are only 10 ounce containers but I like them. We have three for the kids, but I used to use them when I worked at the hospital and packed up my food for a 12 hour shift. $15-18 depending on the color. http://www.amazon.co...1&keywords=fogo This one is pretty... http://www.amazon.co...eywords=thermos How long do they hold the heat? For example, if I have a soup or stew and leave at 7am in the morning, will it be warm at noonish? Thinking of days that I am on the road doing my marketing thing. In the office, I have a MW. Hard to think about, but I think this winter, I will want warm meals. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Runningforme82 Posted September 12, 2012 Author Share Posted September 12, 2012 I read somewhere to fill them with boiling water first to heat the thermos for a few minutes then pour that out and immediately put the hot food in and close. I assume the thought process is it should stay hotter longer because the water heated the thermos instead of the food heating it. I will probably try that once I get one. Looked in stores today and only found 8 oz Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Runningforme82 Posted September 12, 2012 Author Share Posted September 12, 2012 Thanks jhmomi! I'll check those out now! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Runningforme82 Posted September 12, 2012 Author Share Posted September 12, 2012 I use a Zojirushi lunch jar: http://www.zojirushi.com/user/scripts/user/prod_category.php?prod_category_id=6The lunch bots are neither insulated nor microwaveable so I prefer the Zoji. I have the "classic bento" which is the largest but they come in a variety of sizes. Thanks! I'll check these out too! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Susan W Posted September 12, 2012 Share Posted September 12, 2012 Thanks! I'll check these out too! You go buy stuff and tell me what works out for you. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Runningforme82 Posted September 12, 2012 Author Share Posted September 12, 2012 Ha! I'm broke right now so might be a while Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Susan W Posted September 12, 2012 Share Posted September 12, 2012 Ha! I'm broke right now so might be a while Sigh. Me too. Now what? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Runningforme82 Posted September 12, 2012 Author Share Posted September 12, 2012 I might buy one in the coming weeks otherwise putting them on Christmas wish list Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jhmomi Posted September 12, 2012 Share Posted September 12, 2012 How long do they hold the heat? For example, if I have a soup or stew and leave at 7am in the morning, will it be warm at noonish? Thinking of days that I am on the road doing my marketing thing. In the office, I have a MW. Hard to think about, but I think this winter, I will want warm meals. I tested it just for you. I heated up water and put it in the thermos. I checked the temp with a digital meat thermometer and it was 196F when I put on the lid. 5 hours later I opened it and checked the temperature and got 137F. Still nicely hot for a meal. I believe something thicker like chili with a little fat in it would hold the temp a bit better that plain water but I am not certain. You can test that for yourself... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Susan W Posted September 12, 2012 Share Posted September 12, 2012 I just ordered the "pretty" one. Thanks JHMOMI. So much better than stopping somewhere for lunch. I have my Pack It for cold food, but didn't have anything for hot food and it's that time of year. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jhmomi Posted September 12, 2012 Share Posted September 12, 2012 Just saw a few stainless Thermos food jars at Target about same price. One even had Spiderman on it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Runningforme82 Posted September 12, 2012 Author Share Posted September 12, 2012 Dang my Target didn't have squat! Lol. I just checked yesterday. They had a few 8oz ones but not big enough for this hungry girl Thanks for testing the termos! Awesome results! I think I will check Dick's sporting goods to see what they have in the camping section. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Susan W Posted September 12, 2012 Share Posted September 12, 2012 Just saw a few stainless Thermos food jars at Target about same price. One even had Spiderman on it. Okay, totally checking out Target because I want a Spiderman version. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Susan W Posted September 12, 2012 Share Posted September 12, 2012 Dang my Target didn't have squat! Lol. I just checked yesterday. They had a few 8oz ones but not big enough for this hungry girl Thanks for testing the termos! Awesome results! I think I will check Dick's sporting goods to see what they have in the camping section. Oh that's a good idea. Okay..two errands..one Target and two Dick's. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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