Several years back I had received a link to www.laptoplunches.com Jack was starting 1st grade and I wanted to save money, so I put aside my laptop lunch wish list and went to Target for something cheap. I spent $15 on the container and another $5 in ice packs. I bought a thermos for $4.99 and some juice drink bottles for about $2 a piece. After about $30 plus tax, I was totally ready to go. At the time, the laptop lunch system was $37.99 for the original bento system, so I saved $8 + shipping, right?
Within two months, Jacks Target container started ripping, I had gone through a box of plastic spoons/forks and countless ziplock type baggies. He broke one of the juice drink bottles and I think I used the thermos maybe two times before he lost it. I ended up replacing the container twice that year and by the end of the year, remembered all about Laptop Lunches. Hmmm.
So with Riley starting 1st the following year with Jack in 2nd, I decided to buy two Laptop Lunch systems. They looked more sturdy and had easily replaceable containers and silverware with bottles that fit all in one. I crossed my fingers and took the plunge.
When I received the Neoprene case with a rubber attachable ID tag, I was immediately impressed by the quality of the casing. I opened the case to find the bento box and had Jack and Riley try to open it. They opened it without any trouble at all. Inside were the containers (two of which have lids) and a set of fork/spoon reusable silverware. Accompanying the case, box, containers and silverware was a long rectangular water/juice bottle and a book with lunch ideas. The containers were the perfect size for small appetites. It allowed me to put in the four food groups and a snack. There was a learning curve with sizing food to accommodate the smallish containers, but the presentation was inviting and the kids were always happy with the laptop.
Fast forward this year to Jack in 3rd grade and Riley in 2nd. It has been 1 1/2 years with the Laptop Lunch system and the neoprene containers still look new. The bento box is in perfect condition and the inner containers are still in tact. I did buy an extra set for each kid in case they lost them, but with writing on the containers with a sharpie, we haven't had any replacement issues. The silverware have had to be replaced by the 100% stainless steel Laptop Lunch silverware (the old version had a plastic handle, the new version is all stainless, so it is just holds up better.) They have never lost a set of silverware either! The juice/water bottles have had to have one top replacement from Jack biting it too hard, but that's a small price to pay. So all in all, it has been far economical to purchase the Laptop Lunch system.
Now Laptop Lunches is phasing out the original Lunch System and introducing Bento 2.0. I bought a Bento 2.0 to try out at home for my husband Rich because the original system was on the smallish side for a grown man. I am pleased to say it is perfect and often, I have extra space in the box because it is roomy enough for the four food groups which Rich doesn't necessarily always have time to eat. For an even bigger option, they have the Power Lunch box which is perfect for two original bentos or a Bento 2.0 with a large thermos of coffee or hot cocoa or whatever. This would also be perfect for a lunch outing with my four boys with room for plenty of snacks, drink bottles and wipes.
The new colors they've introduced are gorgeous. Purple Party makes me wistful for a girl while the Aliens are on my sons wish list. Unfortunately for them, the laptop lunch system they have now is going so strong they probably won't be getting a new one for a long long time!
We have a school fundraising program for the Laptop Lunches that give 10% from the sales of the products back to the school. Plastics are a health concern and for this reason, they manufacture the lunch containers in California using plastics (polypropylene and polyethylene that are FDA approved for food use. None of the products contain phthalates, bisphenol A (BPA) or lead. So you can feel good with this product.
If you would like to order a Laptop Lunch, mention this ad and I'll send you an ice pack free with your order! If you are wanting more information on the school fundraising program, contact me directly at diaperdash@gmail.com. I give discounts to groups orders as well, so contact me at my email for any and all questions regarding this product or any other I sell.
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