bento by anna the red
Posted on: 9 December 2008
The humble bento has a special place in coolography’s heart. Japanese for “lunchbox,” it has existed for hundreds of years as a traditional home packed meal. Typically consisting of a portion of meat, rice, and a side of vegetables (pickled or cooked), they can be neatly compartmentalised in immaculately lacquered wooden boxes, or served hurriedly at a lunch hour takeaway in disposable plastic trays. continue reading »




