Cucumber | Adventures in Bentomaking

Faux Four-Leaf Clover Bento

Posted by Pikko on Mar 19, 2011 in Bento | 10 comments

I packed some leftovers from one of Ming Tsai's recipes from his new cookbook and you won't believe how long the title of this dish is! I've included a radish four leaf clover!

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.

Mochiko Chicken Bentos

Posted by Pikko on Sep 29, 2010 in Bento, Chicken, leftovers, Yum-Yum Bento Box | 10 comments

See two mochiko chicken bentos that I made really quickly in the morning for me and Baby Girl, using fresh fruits and veggies for a nice, quick pop of color.

M.I.P. Mochi

Posted by Pikko on Jan 13, 2010 in Beef, Bento, Charaben | 38 comments

This bento is dedicated to my old cat, Mochi, who I found out yesterday, was put to sleep. Take a look at some pictures of my pretty white whale... er, cat and see what's inside.

Whale Friends Bento (427)

Posted by Pikko on Jan 8, 2010 in Bento, Food, Recipes, Turkey | 35 comments

Think wraps make for boring bento fodder? Think again! Add some cute to your lunch with two simple cheese whales. Recipe for smoked turkey included!

Lazy Bento and More TV (324)

Posted by Pikko on Mar 9, 2009 in Bento, Fish | 10 comments

Mr. Pikko was kind enough to cut up 2 hours of news for me to get this clip of my A Shirt for Sawyer bento shown on KITV News This Morning...

200K Bento Contest – Vote!

Posted by Pikko on Feb 5, 2009 in Bento, Contests | 20 comments

I received 24 wonderful, creative entries for my bento contest celebrating my 200k hits. Then I looked at my counter today and thought,...

Maki Sushi Bento (270)

Posted by Pikko on Nov 7, 2008 in Bento, Gardening, Sushi | 3 comments

I make some California maki sushi for lunch along with some ume cucumber sushi, one of my favorites! Help me find out what the mystery plant in my garden is!