It’s National Pack Your Lunch Day And Here Are Some Lunch Box Ideas

As we've learned, there's a day for just about everything. And, March 10, 2025 is National Pack Your Lunch Day. So, before you head out the door make sure you're ready to observe the day. Here are some lunch box trivia facts and ideas for what to pack. The First Lunchbox Characters First of all, do you know what the first licensed character on a lunchbox was? According to National Day Calendar, Mickey Mouse was the first licensed character to appear on a lunchbox all the way back in 1935. And, if you're wondering, Hopalong Cassidy was the first based on a TV show. That lunchbox hit the market in 1950. And, although the National Day Calendar points out there's no real evidence to indicate the beginnings of National Pack Your Lunch Day, it's not a bad idea to carry the celebration out on other days during the year as well. After all, it's a great way to save money and eat healthier. Tips For Celebrating National Pack Your Lunch Day Make sure you have the staples of a good packed lunch in order to observe National Pack Your Lunch Day. Obviously, a good insulated lunch bag is a must. Maybe throw in an ice pack of some sort. Then, you need to figure out the foods that hold up the best for travel and consumption after a few hours packed away. They suggest the humble hard boiled egg. It's sturdy for travel. It's healthy and packs a punch of protein. However, it is particularly smelly. So, just keep that in mind if you're working in an office near others. Soups are a good option if you have access to a microwave for rewarming. Or, as I did for my son when he was in elementary and middle school, get a good little food thermos. You boil some water, pour it into the thermos to warm it. Then, pour out the water and pour in the hot soup or other food and seal it up. Amazingly, it will retain the heat for several hours. His favorite was meatballs and rice. He said it was always warm when he opened it up for lunch! And, of course, salads are good if the greens are sturdy. And, keep the dressing separate to prevent wilting. And, nuts, fruits and cheeses are always a good idea. Make yourself a little charcuterie and throw in some crackers. Recently it was national meatball day, and as we discussed earlier, meatballs are great for lunchbox packing. So, get packing and enjoy National Pack Your Lunch Day with some meatball recipes below! https://youtu.be/DLurzLaWPLw?si=ucwcGBpI3gASLY1O