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Lunch Gear

Lunch gear gets prepped food to work safely. Insulated bags, ice packs, thermoses and shaker bottles keep meals at the right temperature.

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How to choose

  • Choose bags that fit your containers flat.
  • Use ice packs for perishable food.
  • Use a thermos for hot meals.
  • Pick leakproof bottles.

Common questions

How do I keep packed lunch cold?

Use an insulated bag with two frozen ice packs or a frozen water bottle.

How long does food stay hot in a thermos?

Preheat the thermos with hot water and fill with piping hot food; quality thermoses keep food hot for several hours.