Kids | Adventures in Bentomaking

Chicken Fettuccine Bento

Posted by Pikko on Mar 9, 2011 in Bento, Chicken, Kids | 2 comments

Leftover chicken fettuccine in a bento packed in my new Zojirushi thermal "purse" bento. Find out how it became useful for not just taking my lunch with me to work!

Vegetable Tempura Bento

Posted by Pikko on Mar 7, 2011 in Baking, Bento, Japanese, Kids, leftovers, life, Vegetarian | 4 comments

Some leftover vegetable tempura makes a delicious bento lunch the next day, even though it's not crispy anymore! Sides include corn and edamame, yum yum!

Girl’s Day Somen Cupcakes Bento

Posted by Pikko on Feb 28, 2011 in 2011 Bentos, Bentos, Blog, Charaben, Childrens Day, Kids, LOST, Salad | 16 comments

With Girl's Day coming up this Thursday, I've got to start in on the pink and girly themed bentos. Hope you enjoy this first one with "somen cupcakes".

Filet Mignon Bento

Posted by Pikko on Feb 15, 2011 in Beef, Bento, Kids, leftovers | 11 comments

With some extra delicious leftovers from my Valentine's Day dinner, I pack the most decadent bento I've ever made in the last four years! Om nom nom!

Devoid of Inspiration Bento

Posted by Pikko on Jan 21, 2011 in Bento, Kids, life, Pork | 19 comments

After unfortunately falling asleep early with the kids, I woke up with a blank bento brain and ended up just making a lunch without any real center attraction.

Garlic Basil Shrimp Bento

Posted by Pikko on Jan 12, 2011 in Bento, Kids, Shrimp | 6 comments

Bento #2 on Weight Watchers, this time with some simple pan fried shrimp with garlic, basil, and lemon juice. Read more to see how many points it is!

Christmas Party Bento

Posted by Pikko on Dec 15, 2010 in Bento, Charaben, Chicken, Christmas, Contests, Japanese, Kids, Party, Winners | 13 comments

My Christmas party bento entry for CasaBento's contest and Baby Girl's party is full of Christmas spirit! Find out who won the Lock & Lock bento boxes!

Frosty Burger Bento (539)

Posted by Pikko on Dec 10, 2010 in Beef, Bento, Charaben, Christmas, Kids, leftovers | 10 comments

Today I'm having a leftover burger and Frosty the Snowman has come along for the ride! See the strange new bagel bento box I'm using today!

Rib Salad Bento and Announcements

Posted by Pikko on Dec 8, 2010 in Bento, Blog News, Contests, Kids, leftovers, Pork, Winners | 6 comments

I've got a rather unusual lunch today: rib salad with baked beans and corn on the side! Read about who won my latest giveaway and learn about my new blog.