Tuesday, December 7, 2010

Easy Lunchboxes Waste Free Lunchbox Review and Giveaway...



We recently had the opportunity to review the EasyLunchboxes system of bento boxes with a cooler bag.



About Easy Lunchboxes:
"Mornings spent in chaos making breakfast, beds, & lunch boxes?
The EasyLunchbox system makes it simple to organize, and quickly pack healthy lunches without wasting money, time, paper or plastic.

Born out of my response to unhealthy school lunch programs, EasyLunchboxes.com started from the desire to send my 3 kids to school with a nutritious meal, using little to no wasteful packaging. But the EasyLunchbox System is not just for kids. Adult size meals fit perfectly too.
The EasyLunchbox System 's design, functionality, and low price has quickly made it a top choice among green lunch box solutions since it came on the market in December, 2009. Named a 'top 5 Eco-Friendly Mommy Must Have" by Parents Ask, the EasyLunchbox System has been rated TOP CHOICE by many independent reviewers. Read their reviews HERE .
I was like other frustrated moms - I didn't like throwing together lunches during the morning rush. So much time was wasted sorting through a cabinet of mismatched food containers while trying to pack 15-25 well-balanced lunches per week. I struggled to find something that would help me pack lunches fast, without resorting to the ‘convenience’ of expensive, pre-packaged ‘fast-food.’ Most importantly, I wanted something attractive, eco-friendly, and made of food-safe materials that I didn’t have to wash by hand. Check out our yummy lunch gallery for some healthy inspiration!

My clever solution to the lunch-packing chore is the simple two piece EasyLunchbox container: The bottom has three compartments to hold an entree or sandwich and two side dishes. The fitted lid (which comes in 4 colors) covers all three compartments at once.
No more squished sandwiches, mismatched plastic container pieces to keep track of (matching up all those bottoms and lids was the thing that drove me nuts!) or wasteful baggies. Fits perfectly inside the roomy EasyLunchbox custom carrying bag. And there is still plenty of room to throw in an extra snack or two, whole fruit, perhaps a thermos of soup, drink and ice block. Flexibility is key, and since so many different things can fit, no matter what menu you choose to include, it packs easily and quickly. It's amazing how much faster, greener, & easier lunch box packing is with the EasyLunchbox system.
Supporting the waste-free lunch movement, EasyLunchboxes.com offers a reusable, superior solution at a much lower price than other companies.
Great for large families and those on a limited budget.
FDA approved. No BPA, phthalates, lead, vinyl, or PVC. Safe for dishwasher, freezer, and microwave.
The simple chic design and bright colors of our Cooler Bags can even be customized!
We have included a sturdy grommet in the carrying handle so you can easily attach a pretty key ring, dietary restrictions warning tag, or your choice of any type of handcrafted or store bought “flair.”

Our Cooler Bags are made of the highest quality 300D Polyester for premium durability and toughness. Vinyl free (PVC free) & lead free, with an FDA compliant PEVA lining."

What we thought: We loved our EasyLunchbox system!! It really was as easy as 1-2-3!! The cooler bag worked great at keeping food cold and we could fit several containers when we were taking lunch for more than one person. I really loved the colorful lids on the spacious containers and the fact that they are reusable and dishwasher safe! They are very sturdy and hold more than enough food for a meal:) The cooler bag also comes in a variety of cute colors and is super easy to clean. EasyLunchboxes are a great way to serve food-on-the-go stylishly for anyone in your family and reduce your carbon footprint at the same time! ABCD Diaries gives EasyLunchboxes an A+!

Buy It: Find these awesome waste free lunchboxes at EasyLunchboxes!!

Win It: EasyLunchboxes has generously offered one ABCD Diaries reader the Easy Lunchbox system in their choice of color! To enter, visit EasyLunchboxes and tell us something that you learned from the site.
Extra Entries:
1.Follow ABCD Diaries via Google Friend Connect(if you already follow, leave a comment saying so) +2 entries
2.Subscribe to our RSS feed +2 entries...comment twice please
3.Like EasyLunchboxes on Facebook +1 entry
4.Follow EasyLuncboxes via Twitter +1 entry
5.Follow ABCD Diaries via Twitter(leave id) +1 entry
6.Tweet about this giveaway(leave link)+1 entry per day(1 tweet/day)
7.Blog about this giveaway(leave link) +2 entries...comment twice please
8.Enter any other current giveaways on ABCD Diaries and leave a comment saying so. +1 for each entered

Giveaway ends Tuesday, December 21, 2010 at 11:59cst. Winner will be chosen via random.org and emailed. They will have 48 hours to reply. This giveaway is offered to US & Canadian residents only. Please do not enter this giveaway if you have won or received free product from EasyLunchboxes within the past 3 months.

Disclosure: ABCD Diaries was given an EasyLunchbox system for review purposes only. We were in no other way compensated. The opinions expressed in this post are ours and ours alone.

148 comments:

  1. like how these containers have steperate areas in them. japaige2@gmail.com

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  2. EasyLunchbox containers are made from FDA-approved, food-safe polypropylene (#5). They are the perfect mid-range quality between the low-cost disposable containers you find in the market, and the high-end permanent containers (like Tupperware).
    mverno@roadrunner.com

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  3. no BPA! awesome!
    ~heidi~
    deschepper1@hotmail.com

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  4. i follow via friend connect #1
    ~heidi~
    deschepper1@hotmail.com

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  5. i follow via friend connect #2
    ~heidi~
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  6. i subscribe to RSS
    ~heidi~
    deschepper1@hotmail.com

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  7. i subscribe to RSS #2
    ~heidi~
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  8. i like easy lunchboxes on facebook!
    ~heidi~
    deschepper1@hotmail.com

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  9. i'm also entered in the Zuvo Water Purator giveaway!
    ~heidi~
    deschepper1@hotmail.com

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  10. I like that they're Ecofriendly. I also like that they show many different lunches pictured so you get a great idea of how much space is really in them.

    learningmama at yahoo dot com

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  11. entered Tassimo T20 give away
    japaige2@gmail.com

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  12. Entry +1 - Thanks! Gagirl10@gmail.com

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  13. Loved the creative lunch resources and LOVE that the containers are totally reusable!

    pamela.rohde at gmail dot com

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  14. made from food safe materials
    dburke01@ hotmail .com

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  15. I like that they are microwavable and the lunch ideas that you have on the website. I always run out of ideas of what to pack.

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  16. It is Eco-Friendly and is FDA Approved.

    Emeraldstarr15@hotmail.com

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  17. I learned that they are reusable.
    megankayden@yahoo.com

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  18. Following you via gfc.
    megankayden@yahoo.com

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  19. I like Easy Lunchboxes on facebook
    megankayden@yahoo.com

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  20. Following Easy Lunchboxes via twitter.
    megankayden@yahoo.com

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  21. Following you via twitter.
    megankayden
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  22. Entered Zuvo giveaway.
    megankayden@yahoo.com

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  23. I learned they are BPA-free.
    katiekarr at gmail dot com

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  24. I got some great lunch ideas from this site! I struggle with what to send in my son's lunchbox.

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  25. I learned that you can remove odors from a lunch bag by placing inside, a plate w/a slice of bread that has been soaked in white distilled vinegar. Zip and leave overnight. Amazing tip, I'm going to use it to try and stretch the life of my old lunch bag!

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  26. I learned that they save space because they nest.

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  27. like easy lunchboxes on fb - deborah t

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  28. follow easy lunchboxes on twitter - debijot

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  29. follow you on twitter - debijot

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  30. entered holiday gift pack giveaway

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  31. I really like the EasyLunchbox Compartmentalized
    BPA-Free Plastic Food Storage Containers!

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  32. I'm so about these being lead/pvc/other yucky things free!

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  33. You can use them in the microwave!
    black.feathered.crown@gmail.com

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  34. I follow Easy Lunchboxes on twitter (id: sweetbunnabunny)

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  35. I follow your blog on twitter
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  36. tweet! http://twitter.com/sweetbunnabunny/status/13984672606326784

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  37. blogged!
    http://sweetbunnabunny.blogspot.com/2010/12/win-easy-lunchbox-on-abcd-diaries.html

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  38. blogged!
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  39. I learned that they are BPA Free and Stackable for easy storage!

    smatos04@hotmail.com

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  40. GFC Follower #1
    Sarah Matos
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  41. GFC Follower #2
    Sarah Matos
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  42. Subscribe via google reader #1
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  43. Subscribe via google reader #2
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  44. Like Easy Lunch Boxes on Facebook
    Sarah Matos
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  45. Entered the Kiddliwinks Giveaway
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  46. Entered the Chico Bag Giveaway
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  47. Entered the Tassimo Giveaway
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  48. Entered the GearTies Giveaway
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  49. Entered the Conserving Now Bag Giveaway
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  50. I found out EasyLunchboxes are made from polypropylene.
    nina (AT) msoa (DOT) net

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  51. I had learned that the easyLunchbox containers are made from FDA-approved, food-safe polypropylene (#5).
    erma.hurtt@sbcglobal.net

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  52. I learned they are dishwasher safe! Perfect!

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  53. I follow easy lunchbox on twitter.

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  54. I also entered your vitalicious giveaway!

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  55. I learned that they are not only dishwasher safe but they are also convenient to fill with leftovers from dinner — just microwave at work!

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  56. i learned how to --Remove odors from a lunch bag by placing inside, a plate w/a slice of bread that has been soaked in white distilled vinegar.Zip and leave overnight
    galyettina(at)yahoo(dot)com

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  57. like them on FB (gala ya)
    galyettina(at)yahoo(dot)com

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  58. I learned the lunch bag coolers come in 5 groovy colours

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  59. I'm subscribed by rss in a google reader.

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  60. #2 I'm subscribed by rss in a google reader.

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  61. I learned they're BPA free and microwaveable!

    jenseppala(at)yahoo(dot)com

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  62. I follow via GFC #1

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  63. I follow via GFC #2

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  64. I follow you on Twitter (@jennyg603)

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  65. I entered your Vitalicious giveaway

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  66. I entered your Ruth's Brownies giveaway

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  67. I entered the RainTees giveaway

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  68. Please note that the lids are not super tight fitting as they are meant to be opened easily by small children. If you were to put a sandwich in the container, turn it upside down and shake it, the lid would most likely fall off. That's normal for our containers. That's why we recommend carrying them upright in our cooler bags.
    haha good to know I would be the one who didn't put the lid on tight enough.

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  69. i learned that they have a gallery of awesome lunch ideas

    susansmoaks at gmail dot com

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  70. i love that they are based on japanese bento boxes and i find it inspiring to think of the kind of art i could make out of my lunch. they have some really cute ideas in the photo area.


    trixie420247 at yahoo dot com

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  71. i am a previous/current gfc follower(cpage2323 christine page)
    trixie420247 at yahoo dot com

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  72. #2
    i am a previous/current gfc follower(cpage2323 christine page)
    trixie420247 at yahoo dot com

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  73. i like easylunchboxes on fb(tina wofford page)
    trixie420247 at yahoo dot com

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  74. follow abcddiaries on twitter(@trixie420247)
    trixie420247 at yahoo dot com

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  75. follow easylunchboxes on twitter(@trixie420247)
    trixie420247 at yahoo dot com

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  76. I learned the lunch bag coolers come in 5 colors
    devotus(at)yahoo(dot)com

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  77. I learned that it's BPA-free plastic inside, which I love, but I also see they have purple or dark red as color choices, and those are both unique but great colors for a lunch box!

    msurosey@yahoo.com

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  78. I am an e-mail subscriber.
    msurosey@yahoo.com
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  79. I learned you can put them in the dishwasher-love that! Love the color choices, too. Hoping to win one for my son then I can say bye bye to little plastic baggies!


    spencer1953 at gmail dot com.

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  80. I learned that they save space...it reminds me of the new snap-on lid rubbermaids!

    stephanierosenhahn at yahoo dot com

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  81. Following via GFC (Ten Talents)

    stephanierosenhahn at yahoo dot com

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  82. Following via GFC #2 (Ten TAlents)

    stephanierosenhahn at yahoo dot com

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  83. Like Easy Lunchboxes on FB
    username:Stephanie Rosenhahn

    stephanierosenhahn at yahoo dot com

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  84. Following Easy Lunchboxes on Twitter
    @asthepotter

    stephanierosenhahn at yahoo dot com

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  85. Like EasyLunchboxes on Facebook -carol yerby lewis

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  86. Already following you on Twitter
    @asthepotter

    stephanierosenhahn at yahoo dot com

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  87. Follow EasyLuncboxes via Twitter -dresdenrain.

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  88. follow you on Twitter-dresdenrain.

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  89. Tweet http://twitter.com/dresdenrain/status/17405078335913985

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  90. No Bpa I also like the olive green thanks for the chance to win eaglesforjack@gmail.com

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  91. Follow EasyLuncboxes via Twitter @mrstinareynolds

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  92. Like EasyLunchboxes on Facebook (mrstinareynolds

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  93. Product (food) safety is our number 1 concern. BPA (Bisphenol A, a hormone-disrupting chemical) is used in some "microwave safe" plastics. When heated, this has been shown to leach out.

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  94. Like Like EasyLunchboxes on Facebook

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  95. Follow ABCD Diaries via Google Friend Connect

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  96. Follow ABCD Diaries via Google Friend Connect entry 2

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  97. Follow ABCD Diaries twitter Kathy55439

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  98. I learned that they are BPA-free, vidomich(at)yahoo(dot)com

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  99. 1. GFC follower. vidomich(at)yahoo(dot)com

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  100. 2. GFC follower. vidomich(at)yahoo(dot)com

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  101. I visited EasyLunchboxes and learned that Easy Lunchboxes won't warp like the cheap Box Store versions will.

    mickeycoutts at yahoo dot com

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  102. Follow ABCD Diaries via Google Friend Connect(Mickey Coutts) #1

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  103. Follow ABCD Diaries via Google Friend Connect(Mickey Coutts) #2

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  104. Subscribe to your RSS feed #1

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  105. Subscribe to your RSS feed #2

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  106. Like EasyLunchboxes on Facebook (Mickey Coutts)

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  107. Follow EasyLuncboxes via Twitter (mickeycoutts)

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  108. Follow ABCD Diaries via Twitter(mickeycoutts)

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  109. Tweet:
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