Lunchables

Is a Fresh Lunch More Expensive Than Packaged?

November 1, 2011

MYTH:    Organic, fresh, wholesome, homemade school lunches are more expensive. TRUTH:    Convenient, packaged lunches cost more. I used to think that all organic food was more expensive. My perception of buying organic was that only rich people did that and those who couldn’t afford had to settle for less expensive (read lower quality) ingredients. Who [...]

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What’s in a Lunchable? A Healthier Homemade Alternative

February 20, 2011

Learn how to make your own! My kids love the “idea” of the Lunchable. They love the idea of peeling off the chemical laden plastic seal off of an equally chemical rich plastic container that’s been sitting on the refrigerated shelf for an indeterminable amount of time.  But not to worry. The food that lies [...]

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To Pack or not to Pack – That is the Lunch Question

December 8, 2010

Editor’s Note: Katie has a lot of mouths to feed, and her story, as well as her helpful tips, are inspirational and realistic. Looking for more reasons to pack lunch and stay out of the cafeteria? Her post may be just what you need. Thanks for this glimpse into your busy life Katie! The lunch-packing [...]

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Lunchables or Momables… Who’s Influencing Our Kids?

May 27, 2010

In my twenties, I waited tables at a couple of swanky spots, and it always amazed me that these restaurants could serve just about anything, and people would pay for it – sometimes at exorbitant prices – because it wasn’t just about the food, it was about the “presentation”. Restaurants know that just a swirl [...]

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