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Jellyfish Rice Lunch

Posted on July 20, 2016 by

I made this as an easy meal my husband could heat up on a night he came home late from work. It could also be eaten for lunch. The sides are in silicone cups for easy removal before heating in … Continue reading →

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Tanabata Star Festival Lunch

Posted on July 7, 2016 by

I enjoy celebrating the Japanese festival Tanabata. My neighbor (and Japanese student) and I made this Tanabata themed lunch. Container: EasyLunchBoxes Top Left: Brownie with star shaped powdered sugar (sprinkled sugar in a star shaped stencil) Bottom Left: Stars and … Continue reading →

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Thy Friend Obadiah Book Seagull Themed Lunch

Posted on May 12, 2016 by

Today my lunch was inspired by “Thy Friend Obadiah” by Brinton Turkle. It was a 1970 Caldecott Honor Book and I still have the book from my childhood collection. Reading this book over and over again is a treasured memory. … Continue reading →

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Unicorn Bento Lunch

Posted on April 6, 2016 by

Continuing on our journey of imaginary creatures in bento… today I have the unicorn. This healthy lunch features a rice unicorn made with a cookie cutter. Make sure you come back this week to see what the last two creatures … Continue reading →

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Saint Patrick’s Day Lunches

Posted on March 4, 2016 by

I enjoy celebrating my heritage so as usual I made many St. Patrick Day lunches. This year I have 6 different meals to share including rice, pizza, sandwich, quesadilla, and Quinoa. I made this fun lunch for myself but my … Continue reading →

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Mardi Gras Bento Lunch

Posted on February 8, 2016 by

Tuesday February 9 is Mardi Gras this year. For those of you who do not know, Mardi Gras (or Fat Tuesday) is the day before some Christians fast for Lent. Traditionally people celebrate and eat rich and fattening foods. This … Continue reading →

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8 Valentine Themed Lunches

Posted on February 3, 2016 by

In celebration of Valentine’s Day I have 8 new Valentine themed meals. But anytime is appropriate to make a heart themed meal for a loved one. My friend and I made this easy pasta lunch during my recovery from shoulder … Continue reading →

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