A while ago I received this awesome CuteZcute Mini Pocket Sandwich Maker from All Things For Sale a while back and am just getting around to using it for the first time. Not sure what took me so long as much like the original CuteZcute, it's super easy to use and fun for the kids. I was able to cut three mini sammies from the bread which is perfect for a lunch … [Read more...]
Simple Heart Bento Lunch
It has been an unbelievably long time since I posted a bento lunch... Kinda ridiculous seeing as this blog is supposed to chronicle the bento lunches that I make for my kids! I swear I'm not a fraud! I still create bento's for my kids every day, however between the fact that I've been thoroughly enjoying my extra 15 - 30 minutes of sleep in the mornings, and the fact that we've … [Read more...]
Kitchen Fun with #FirstCheerios
Being a mom of two kids, I've seen a LOT of firsts. First words, First teeth, First steps, and in my case First surgeries (yes, surgeries as I've been through one with both kids!) Today, was the day that the biggest kid got to have his first foray into the world of Bento lunch making! I couldn't resist really when his inquisitive little face told me that he wanted to make cool … [Read more...]
Spooktacular Bento Lunch
I know it's only the beginning of October, but I really love Hallowe'en and couldn't help but get into the spirit early! Plus, I find having a theme actually eases the bento making process for me. Today's lunch consists of a Wow Butter and jelly sammie on an english muffin with nori and cheese accents and Lindsay Olive eyes. The ghost is shaped basmati rice with a nori face … [Read more...]
Penguin Olive Bento Lunch
I love penguins. I've often dreamed of having penguins live in my bath tub like Jim Carrey did in Mr.Popper's Penguins, but seeing as my house is a zoo as it stands I opted for an annual membership at the Vancouver Aquarium instead. I saw this idea on Pinterest a while ago and when Lindsay Olives sent me some tasty olives to play with in my lunch box I knew I had to … [Read more...]