Although we've been in our current house here in Seattle over a year now, I'm still unpacking a few stray boxes from the basement. Last weekend, I unpacked an old, beloved friend: my panini press. And I got right to work preparing this heavenly new sandwich that marries tart marmalade, spicy arugula, creamy brie and little-bit-salty ham. More

Some days we have our acts together. Some days we just plain don't. That's life. For the days when those good intentions to make lunch ahead don't go quite as planned, here are a few pantry staples that make a very good emergency lunch.

I find in my day-to-day life that lunch can really go one of two ways: it can be quick, convenient and filling. Or it can be a bit more inspired and energizing, and really satisfy me well into the afternoon. While it's always easier to focus on the former (grabbing a bagel on the run or packing a ho-hum sandwich), it's the hearty salads or warm grain dishes that really leave me energized and ready to take on the rest of the day. More

The Takenaka Bento Boxes are simple, and that's what we like about them. They come in a bunch of fun colors, and they're not too big — which makes them ideal for packing lighter lunches. More

Q: My boyfriend just got back from a year in London, where he discovered fresh baked breads with lots of fillings at the local grocery store — veggies, nuts, etc. Now that he's back, he's disappointed in the bread selection. I'd like to make him some bread, and was hoping y'all might have some recipes!

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When did lunchboxes get so stylish? (I mean, I know you used to rock that Care Bears lunchbox back in the first grade, and yes, it is hard to top that.) But in case you thought your best lunchbox days were behind you, you should know that there are quite a few sturdy, stylish boxes designed for adults on the go. In celebration of Lunch Week here on The Kitchn, we're highlighting a few of our favorites. Today's pick? The Monbento. More

Let's talk sandwiches. Specifically, the bread with which these vessels of lunchtime sustenance are assembled. They come in all varieties: homemade and storebought, whole grain and fluffy white, fancy ciabatta rolls and standard square-shaped slices. What's your pick? What makes a really good sandwich bread?

The internet told me that if I shook my uncooked egg before boiling that it would come out with a beautiful yellow color and creamy texture. No whites, no yolks, just a pale yellow. Sounds cool, right? I saw multiple people liking the idea, so I hopped on board and tried it with the hard-boiled eggs I like for lunch. Folks, some ideas we should not try at home. Want to know what happens when you shake an egg before cooking? More

When it comes to health and nourishment, lunch is perhaps under more pressure than any other meal. Breakfast is a meal to grab at any cost, and dinner is a more relaxed affair. But lunch — it's supposed to work hard and fuel us through the day. School cafeterias and office canteens come under scrutiny — are they really offering healthy options? But we're curious, because the idea of healthy is different for everyone. What, to you, makes a healthy lunch?  

One of the challenges of entertaining these days are the many food allergies, issues, sensitivities and aversions guests can bring with them to the table. It's impossible to please everyone, but this soup goes a long way towards universal satisfaction and joy. Made with ground cashews instead of cream and kicked up with an array of savory herbs and spices, it is the perfect thing to serve when you have mixed company. But don't make it just because it's vegan-friendly and easy. Make it because it's absolutely, amazingly delicious.

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