We’ve all been there: the afterglow of a beautifully cooked meal. Any workday scaries dissipate at the thought of having round two for tomorrow’s lunch – and an energy-fuelled search begins for a vessel worthy of such fare.
But the excitement quickly fades when a murky, plastic-flecked container emerges from the back of the cupboard. “Would you serve caviar in this?” I ask myself with zero humility.
The short answer is no. And the start of a new year is the perfect time to hit reset on any clutter or habits you want to kick.
With food storage, the goal is to invest in non-toxic materials that will stand the test of time. Glass styles double as baking trays and chic designs also function as servingware – there are plenty of versatile options to choose from.
Our Place Better Bowl set
$195
From stovetop to kitchen bench, there’s more to Our Place’s viral cookware than colourful pots and pans. This nine-piece bowl set is an efficient food storage system – and then some. You’ll get: fruit juicer inserts, salad spinner baskets and sturdy grater add-ons, plus three stackable bowls with lids for freezer- and dishwasher-safe storage.Styleware nesting bowl set
$130
The Perth-based couple behind Styleware designed this bowl collection as a functional answer to a common need. What dish looks good enough to sit tableside at a friend’s potluck, but promises no in-transit spills with its snap-tight, leak-free closure? That’s where these nesting bowls come in. Choose from seven minimalist-chic hues (peep the merlot or biscotti) for lightweight, stackable bowls that don’t compromise on style, of course. They’re safe to use in microwaves, dishwashers and freezers – ideal for warming workday lunches or storing leftovers in bulk.Frank Green porcelain bowls with glass lids
$80
Cult water bottles, move over – Frank Green is out to style-ify your kitchen storage fare. This thoughtfully designed set has earned a Good Design Award for its stylish, plastic-free innovation. Made from porcelain with glass lids, these oven-proof food containers let you cook and serve from the same dish and a smart vent creates an airtight seal to keep food fresh. Choose from a selection of the brand’s signature pastel hues.Oxo Good Grips glass containers
$67 (was $119)
For spice-infused curries, rich tomato sauces, and other (delicious, yet) staining culprits, glass tubs are the way to go. Oxo’s set of four containers is made from oven-proof glass with airtight lids to keep food fresher for longer. Designed for easy meal prepping, but also baking and storing, too.Pottery for the Planet Monsoon ceramic travel bowl
$49
Pottery for the Planet’s ceramic vessels are another plastic-free option for food storage. Best known for its beautifully thrown travel cups, the Queensland label also offers handmade bowls in a variety of glossy hues and patterns, too. Each one-of-a-kind piece features a silicone lid for tidy on-the-go or in-the-fridge storage.Porter glass bowl
$60
Porter takes food storage seriously. Alongside freestanding zip-lock pouches and freezable sleeves for waste-free meal prep, there are glass bowls with silicone covers for clumsy fridge-rummaging and meal-transporting protection. Screw-on lids avoid spills, while the minimalist design promises a fridge (and desk lunch) glow-up.Revomax food jar
$80
Food storage that works hard for you: Revomax’s double-walled insulation keeps meals hot for nine hours or cold for 14. The stainless steel and anti-condensation design improves meal longevity, while the twist-free lid means never having to find someone to loosen it up for you.We hope you like the products we recommend on Broadsheet. Our editors select each one independently. Broadsheet may receive an affiliate commission when you follow some links.
