Zojirushi Mini Bento Giveaway
Win one of Zojirushi's gorgeous new mini bento sets, complete with a thermal jar, two side dishes, chopsticks, and a matching bag!
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Read my review of the gorgeous 2-tier cedar bento box available from Life Without Plastic, a company dedicated to ridding the world of wasteful plastics.
Read MoreAngel Bento (346)
I had said I’d be drawing a new winner for Life Without Plastic’s giveaway today, but I’m postponing that until tomorrow...
Read MoreMiss Octopus Bento (344)
I didn’t sketch this one last night like I was supposed to. Instead, I found myself vegetating on the couch watching the pathetic...
Read MoreFish Jun Bento (294)
My brother-in-law-to-be buys some Korean food at a local Korean supermarket for dinner and the leftovers make a wonderful bento. Read about what's in this lunch.
Read MoreChicken Karaage (293)
Don’t forget to enter my 200k Bento Contest! I’ve only received three entries so far. *sob* Perhaps in hindsight, the plethora...
Read MoreMeat Loaf Bento (201)
See my toddler style meat loaf bento with loads of colorful pickled vegetables and carrot flowers. Take a look at all the food we ate at our monthly potluck. Yum yum!
Read MoreTeri Hamburger Patty (199)
Tomorrow is a holiday for us state slackers, so if all goes well, Bento #200 should land this Thursday. I’ve finally decided what I...
Read MoreTurkey Croquette Bento
A yummy turkey croquette is surrounded by healthy and colorful foods. Read about how hilarious and gross my two kids can be when forced to share!
Read MoreTeriyaki Beef Bento (184)
I made teri beef for dinner on Sunday so that’s what I’m having for lunch today. I made spaghetti last night but decided I will...
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My name is Crystal Watanabe and I'm 32 years old, living in Honolulu, Hawaii with my husband and two children. I have an addictive personality and that's a terrible thing when you're into cute bentos. I own over 200 bento boxes and way too many bento accessories!. 