The 7 Best Finds That’ll Help You Transport Food to Your Next Potluck

If we know you at all, we’d guess you’re headed to at least one Friendsgiving or potluck party this month. (Probably more than one if we really know you.) Which means you may be looking for a reliable way to get your contribution to said event. You need to get your food from point A to point B — without spills, splatters, or any other messy disasters. And that’s what brings you to this post! We’ve rounded up our favorite super-effective options. (Many of them are super-stylish, too!)

Bonus: We’ve got carrier suggestions for deviled eggs, cupcakes, and pies, if you need those, too.

We’ve written about this casserole carrier before and we’ll keep doing it because it’s just so smart — and stylish! Make your casserole (or salad or brownies or whatever) in a disposable foil pan and then drop the whole thing into the plastic frame. It’ll not only be more sturdy for transport, but it’ll also look a little fancier on the table. Take the clear lid off and bring the included plastic spoon for serving.

Buy: Fancy Panz Portable Casserole Carrier, $20

Slip your Dutch oven or pie plate through the slit in this tote and you can carry the whole thing by the handles. (No worrying about a hot bottom that’ll burn your hands!) This carrier comes in two sizes and a bunch of colors. It also makes a nice holiday gift for your friend who’s always headed off to meet her cookbook club.

Buy: Canvas To-Go Tote, from $46 at Food52

In recent years, manufacturers realized that a piece of silicone could create an air-tight seal when placed on top of dishes and bowls. And it’s been a game-changing solution. We love these geometric lids from GIR (who also makes our favorite spatula). They come in a few colors and sizes and are sure to fit on your favorite casserole dish.

Buy: GIR Silicone Rectangular Lid, $20

You can take hot dishes (casseroles, lasagna, roasts, baked goods, and more!) right out of the oven and put them straight in this insulated carrier. It’ll keep foods hot (or cold) for hours while you finish getting ready and drive to your party. The best part? It’s got TWO storage compartments for all you overachievers who like to bring more than one dish.

Buy: Arctic Zone Expandable Thermal Insulated Food Carrier, $36

Because we realize that you won’t ALWAYS be transporting a casserole, we bring you these bowls. They’re as practical as they are pretty — they nest, they stack, they come with lids, and they’re pretty enough to go from fridge to table.

Buy: Food52 x Mepal Melamine Nested Storage Bowls, $48 for four at Food52

There are plenty of slow cookers on the market that were designed to be transported. Not only do we like the price tag on this Crock-Pot, but we also like that the lid snaps securely into place and that it really does contain spills and splashes while in transit.

Buy: Crock-Pot Cook and Carry Portable Manual Slow Cooker, $42

For those of you who are more about the Instant Pot than the slow cooker. Depending on the temperature of your dish, you can put this lid on the liner and carry just that to your party. Or, you can add the lid and bring your entire IP with you.

Buy: Genuine Instant Pot Silicone Lid, $10

Do you have a favorite find that helps you get food to holiday potluck parties? Share it in the comments below.