• Just say no – to plastic in the kitchen
• Tips for creating a plastic-free kitchen

Today let’s look at some non-plastic kitchen food storage and other containers. Later we’ll take a peek at some non-plastic kitchen accessories and extras. The only downside to many food storage containers is that they’ll be made with an eco-friendly material and then the company pops on a plastic lid. Better than all plastic, but still not perfect. In any case, some of the containers below are totally plastic free and a couple utilize plastic lids. You’ll need to decide which fit your kitchen’s needs better.

AT HOME NON-PLASTIC FOOD STORAGE:

Perfect for every home counter top in need of sugar, coffee, or other scoop-worthy dry goods storage – Cuddle Canisters are bright white porcelain with stainless steel lids and magnetically attaching spoons. Comes in a set of three (small / 16 oz, medium / 24 oz, and large / 40 oz) and fit together perfectly to minimize space on the counter top.

Pantone Storage Jars: air-tight enamel storage.

French Bull storage containers – LOVE these! French Bull offers non-plastic, shatterproof, dishwasher safe, food storage in air-tight canister sets, storage container sets, and mini storage container sets. Many fun design options to choose from.

Glasslock Rectangular Glass Food Storage Containers: rectangular glass food storage containers in a three piece set – one each14oz, 34oz and 68oz . These container comes with a fitted Plastic Silicone Sealed Lid and are safe for microwave, top rack dishwasher, freezer, and oven.

Third Pan: Nonreactive stainless steel that can be used for breading and marinating foods, freezing ice cream, or other food storage. Extra-deep sides to hold ingredients and prevent spillovers. Comes with a plastic lid (blah) so you can stack them.

ON THE GO NON-PLASTIC FOOD STORAGE:

Japanese Bento Box made of Cedar and Coated with Urushi - not microwave or dishwasher safe, but they are perfectly safe for food storage.

To-Go Ware 2 Tier Stainless Steel Food Carrier: Made with stainless steel and an easy fold down handle. Also shown is the Sidekick from To-Go-Ware: Perfect for on the go snacks and made with stainless steel.

SIGG Lunch Boxes: Easy travel companions or could even be used for food storage at home. Note that SIGG says, “Not a cooking container; you’re just plain crazy if you put these in a microwave oven.” Point taken.

Plum Creek Mercantile Reusable Cloth Snack Bags: Great for all sorts of on the go foods – I LOVE mine.

Post from: Tree Hugging Family

Because these specific waxes are so costly, it’s unlikely you’d be using them unless you had cash to spare or happen to be an advanced or pro ski racer. Still, since wax rubs off onto snow, which then melts; the chemicals end up in everyone’s water supplies. Lastly, these aren’t chemicals that ever go away. PFOAs just continually build up in your body according to the EPA. There’s not much of a solution here, other than banning PFOAs, which the EPA has failed to do.

The best thing you can do is wear a face mask when coating your own skis – there have been documented cases of folks falling ill from the wax fumes. After that, well, we’re back to the ban. Unless of course you’d like to quit drinking water and playing in the snow at the mountain.

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