Slow Food in a Modern Kitchen

Hi there, Shawna here from Pinkkiss Pottery, it’s great to see everyone again this month!

I know in my house, August is a bittersweet time of the year. It’s when we take our summer vacation but just a few weeks later, pack up our books and laptops and head back to school. My husband and I both teach in the arts, he in a public middle school and I at Towson University. This week we both head back into the classroom and leave behind the long summer days of sleeping late, BBQ-ing in the back yard and lounging on the beach with a good book.

In the spirit of back to school and the slow food kitchen, I thought I would take this opportunity to talk a little about slow food on the go… the brown bag lunch!

Bringing your own lunch is a great way to save some cash, eat a little healthier and be a little greener by toting reusable containers. Even if you are not headed back to school you can beat the end of summer blues by treating yourself to a new lunch bag or accessory. It might just inspire you to pack something new for your midday munchies.

Plaid Market Tote by Rejoicebags on Etsy

Even the after work trip to the grocery store is made more enjoyable with a cute tote to carry your goodies home in. Stock up on fresh veggies, low fat cheese and whole grain crackers to munch on throughout the workday.

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Insulated Eco Friendly Sandwich Zipper Bag by Love For Earth on Etsy

Chocolate Brown Apple Cozy by BeadlesandPins on Etsy

To keep your sandwiches fresh and exciting try using artisan breads and cheeses and combining them with fresh herbs or baby lettuces. I love an apple, Brie and cranberry sauce sandwich on walnut bread or fresh mozzarella, basil and tomato on a peasant loaf. It’s so much more exciting than a plain old ham and cheese!

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Everyday Reusable Napkins by Love For Earth on Etsy
Organic Lunch Tote with Love Birds by Bebeloosh Mini on Etsy

Stay clean and organized with reusable napkins and this adorable lunch tote!

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Reusable Snack Bag - 20 Fabulous Colors by Ulde Yrth on Etsy

I used to spend money on 100-calorie packs before I realized that by just buying the regular size and dividing it up myself I save money and reduced my trash. Keep your snacks in proper proportion with a cute reusable snack bag like the one above.

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Packing your lunch is the best way to maintain a healthy diet throughout the day, after all you are forced to think about what your going to eat before you reach the point of mid day starvation so are more likely to make better choices. So whether you are headed back to class or back to work I hope you make an effort to pack your lunch at least once a week. I think you will be surprised at how much money and calories you will save!

See you next time! ~ Shawna of Pinkkiss Pottery