The Lunchbox Book: Nutritional and Creative Ideas to Liven Up Your Packed Lunch [Paperback]

Sandy Harper (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: April 1, 2008

All good parents are concerned about sending their children to school with nutritious meals that kids will actually eat—not trade, give, or throw away. But they’re also concerned about eating well themselves during often-rushed mornings, lunch hours, and busy days. And that’s what these on the go ideas provide: non-fussy, healthy suggestions with visual appeal that really whet the appetite and taste great. Over 30 delicious lunchbox possibilities—like mini-meatballs and mango and yogurt are featured, including solutions for those who have particular dietary requirements, such as vegans and the allergy-prone. Those with high cholesterol, the wheat or lactose intolerant, the sportsperson, the overweight are also all catered for: special symbols identify foods, denoting their suitability for all these and other special needs

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About the Author

Sandy Harper holds a Master's Degree in the multi-disciplinary field of Food Science and Air Transport Economics from the University of Stellenbosch and was employed by South African Airways in their International Marketing Department to focus on their in-flight catering and wines for on-board service both locally and internationally. After spending six years in the advertising industry, Sandy started her own advertising company in 1995. Her most recent focus has been on the nutritional status of school-going children. She lives in South Africa.

Product Details

• Paperback: 72 pages
• Publisher: New Holland (April 1, 2008)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 1847730876
• ISBN-13: 978-1847730879
• Product Dimensions: 8.4 x 8.3 x 0.3 inches
• Shipping Weight: 12 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 2.5 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (2 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #1,024,618 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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13 of 14 people found the following review helpful:

1.0 out of 5 stars No recipes!, March 2, 2009

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This review is from: The Lunchbox Book: Nutritional and Creative Ideas to Liven Up Your Packed Lunch (Paperback)

This book was a total waste of money. The sub-title is "nutritional and creative ideas", and that's exactly what it is-- ideas. There are barely any recipes. The author should be ashamed of herself for publishing this.

8 of 8 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars A delightful book, January 28, 2010

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This review is from: The Lunchbox Book: Nutritional and Creative Ideas to Liven Up Your Packed Lunch (Paperback)

This is a book for cooks who are not attached to the absolutes of the traditional cookbook. The author gives you a general idea of what you need to create the suggested lunch and a general outline for doing so. You get to take it from there (something I appreciate). If you need traditionally set-up recipes this isn't a cookbook for you. If you appreciate gentle guidance, give this book a try. Oh yes, there is a lot of good nutritional information too.