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What we love about this cute Minnie Mouse-inspired lunch bag is the fact it doesn’t look anything like a lunch bag – it could easily be mistaken for a school bag and will appeal to lots of little girls as a result. Key specs – Dimensions: L23.5 x W16.5 x D12.5 cm; Material: Plastic; Washing instructions: Wipe clean; Designs/colours: 1; Microwave safe: No
A: I wouldn’t. Dishwashers use a lot of two things: hot water and agitation. This combination can easily ruin vacuum seals in insulated lunch boxes and heat plastics to the point of leaching. I don’t think I would hesitate to throw my single-wall, steel Stanley Classic in the dishwasher, but it’s just as easy to clean it with a sponge and some dish soap.
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Key specs – Dimensions: 24.5 x 18 x 15.5 cm; Material: Polyester; Washing instructions: Wipe clean: Colours/designs: 20+; Microwave safe: N/A Key specs – Dimensions: H11.7 x W16.5 x D16.5 cm; Materials: Polypropylene; Washing instructions: Dishwasher safe; Colours/designs: 4; Microwave safe: No A: Using a container of very hot water as a heat source is a solid standby for insulated lunch boxes. Fill a metal bottle or container with near-boiling water, seal it tightly, and put it in with your lunch. This is quite a large lunch bag – you’ll easily get a couple of sandwiches, fruit, crisps, a treat and a drink in with space to spare, so it might be a bit bulky for everyday use. It’s ideal for school trips and picnics though and makes a lovely gift. A: According to the USDA, the danger zone for bacteria is between 40- and 140-degrees Fahrenheit. Meats are especially vulnerable to bacteria growth, so I wouldn’t mess around.
The big, over-body strap is practical but will also make them feel grownup while carrying and the cute print and bow detail will also appeal to their sense of fun. The food-grade, insulated lining keeps food cool and easily wipes clean – however, you can’t turn it inside out or pull it out to wash, so you do have to get your arm right down inside. Key specs – Dimensions: W28 x H32; Material: Polyester; Washing instructions: Wipe clean only; Colours: 1; Microwave safe: N/A Key specs – Dimensions: H29 x W20 x D8 cm; Made from: Polyester (fabric exterior); Washing instructions: Wipe clean; Colours/design: 1; Microwave safe: N/A
An outer material that resists abrasion is key. Your lunch box is going to go everywhere with you; it’s going to get thrown around and stuffed in places. Make sure its shell is sturdy enough to meet the demands of your lifestyle.