The Lunchbox Bunch: Back to School Eats and Giveaway

Posted on August 31, 2009 in food and nutrition, giveaways

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We’ve chatted about how to pack lunches but not about the actual food that goes into our stomachs everyday. Well, I’ve done my research, and I’m here to bring you some yummy, creative recipes from Kathy Patalsky, an author, artist, self-taught chef, kids health advocate, and creator of the healthy kids brand, The Lunchbox Bunch. Kathy specializes in cuisine that is vegan, organic, and seasonal. Her blog Healthy. Happy. Life. is choc full of recipes, wellness tips, super foods, and more!

Kathy’s latest month-long series, “Back to School” Series: Eats for Kids (of all ages), offers delicious recipes for the whole family. Here are a few of my favorite brain-boosters:

1. Honor Roll BreakfastsLunchbox bunch banana-almond-popups-200

  • Pop Quiz Toast Ups
  • Pluot and Plum Perfect Parfait
  • Kiwi Cherry Almond Oatmeal
  • Oatmeal Bake Tiki Squares

2. Study and After School Snacks

  • Kitchen Sink Granola Bars
  • Micro Veggie Cream Cheese
  • Snack Smoothies
  • Tomato-Free Mango Bruschetta

3. Lunchbox ShowstoppersLunchbox Bunch micro-veggie-cream-cheese-5

  • Bullseye Spiral Wraps
  • Vegan Chick’n Pesto
  • Superfruit Spread: ABC Sandwich
  • Lemon-Peppered California Pasta Salad

4. Kids in the Kitchen

  • Rainbow Wraps
  • Trail Mix Sprinkle Cracker Snack
  • Giant Soft Sidewalk Pretzels
  • Creature Creations

5. Sweet Treats for Grade A KidsLunchbox Bunch chai-berry-smoothie-20jpg

  • Just Almond and Chocolate Chip Cookies
  • Chai-Berry Short Cup
  • Peanut Brown Butter Cookies
  • Zesty Lemon Custard Bars

 

 

There is MORE to this series!  Visit Healthy. Happy. Life. on September 1st, 3rd, & 7th for Sports Snacks, Study Time Sippers, and Labor Day Pizza Party ideas.

And now, it’s Giveaway time!  Here’s how to win a toddler tee, bag, and book from The Lunchbox Bunch, a wacky crew of fruits and veggies with unique personalities:

1.  Explore Kathy’s blog, Healthy. Happy. Life., and then leave a comment on this post, telling me one thing you’ve learned from her site or one recipe you’d like to try.  

2.  If you’d like to earn extra entries, you can Facebook, twitter, or blog about The Lunchbox Bunch and this giveaway.   Then come back and, in a separate comment, tell me how you’ve spread the word!

On Monday, September 14, 8 p.m. EST, one winner will be randomly selected by Random.org.  You must be a U.S. resident (18+) to enter.  Good luck!

Congratulations, #47, Charlotte! You are our winner!

 

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77 Comments

  1. Donna says:

    I would love to try the Spicy Broccoli Cheddar Soup! Looks awesome!

    September 1, 2009 at 1:12 pm


  2. xenia says:

    I’d like to try the Beachy Green Pesto Pizza, it looks really tasty!

    September 1, 2009 at 3:36 pm


  3. xenia says:

    I tweeted about this giveaway!
    http://twitter.com/thxmailcarrier/status/3695092601

    September 1, 2009 at 3:40 pm


  4. Carol says:

    I like this recipe: Half Frozen Fresh Minted Lemon Water

    September 3, 2009 at 8:06 am


  5. Cindy J says:

    Hi, I never heard of Coconut Water. This sounds interesting. Thanks.

    September 3, 2009 at 9:45 am


  6. Jessica West says:

    I love the vegan chick’n pesto sandwhich… yum yum yum!!

    I have added you on twitter too…

    September 3, 2009 at 3:22 pm


  7. kathy dunaway says:

    I have never heard of coconut water.I would like to try that also the frozen grapes so simple and healthy.Great ideas.

    September 3, 2009 at 5:05 pm


  8. Carol Buza says:

    Hmm.
    The Triple Threat Acai Smoothie looks super yummy and really healthy!
    I’d love to try it.
    :D

    September 3, 2009 at 8:01 pm


  9. Carol Buza says:

    I blogged:
    http://carolbuza.blog.com/

    September 3, 2009 at 8:04 pm


  10. susan varney says:

    the Spicy Broccoli Cheddar Soup mverno@roadrunner.com

    September 3, 2009 at 10:00 pm


  11. Clarissa Neiding says:

    that site is totally cool thanks for introducing me to it.

    I would try the vegan rice pudding first I think

    September 4, 2009 at 12:18 am


  12. Clarissa Neiding says:

    tweeted http://twitter.com/cneiding/status/3750211980

    September 4, 2009 at 12:19 am


  13. Carol Lawrence says:

    I would try the Savory Brunch Melty Muffin. jelly15301@gmail.com

    September 4, 2009 at 6:54 am


  14. Tari Lawson says:

    Char’s Half Frozen Minted Lemon Water sounds so refreshing.

    September 4, 2009 at 7:23 am


  15. Amy Cichewicz says:

    I discovered what would be the PERFECT food for a single gal like me, who loves sweet melon, but always gets stuck with bland supermarket honeydews – the organic, single-serving Galia melon. I never knew this food existed, but now I’m going to search it out!

    September 5, 2009 at 3:11 pm


  16. Jessica says:

    I would LOVE to try the tomato-free mango bruschetta. Different flavor combinations for a same-named appetizer just sounds fun and out of the box!

    September 5, 2009 at 9:06 pm


  17. Jessica says:

    also, I tweeted: http://twitter.com/lunabee

    September 5, 2009 at 9:07 pm


  18. Sai Prasad says:

    Salted Apples and Cocunut Ice Cubes – Simple and delicious Yummy ;-)

    September 6, 2009 at 12:14 am


  19. Sai Prasad says:

    Tweeted too @ http://twitter.com/saipower

    September 6, 2009 at 12:17 am


  20. Marjie says:

    We are going to try Coconut Fluffy Rice with Tofu Pillows, sounds delish! Thanks!

    September 6, 2009 at 12:41 am


  21. Marjie says:

    I Tweeted you http://twitter.com/HotNanza

    September 6, 2009 at 12:42 am


  22. Suzy says:

    Lemon pepper pasta salad in my lunchbox next week :) Yumm!

    September 6, 2009 at 1:00 am


  23. Tricia Z says:

    I would love to try the Vegan Tofu Quiche with Herbed Crust- I am always trying to come up with new ways to use tofu in family-friendly recipes. These look great!

    September 6, 2009 at 9:10 am


  24. bmk says:

    I want to try the oatmeal tiki bars.

    September 6, 2009 at 10:36 am


  25. Shannon, The Healthy Beach Bum says:

    I love Kathy’s Super foods article on Plantains! Such a great idea to add lime juice when cooking them. :)
    Shannon, The Healthy Beach Bum´s last blog ..10 Minutes To a Healthier You My ComLuv Profile

    September 6, 2009 at 1:02 pm


  26. Shannon, The Healthy Beach Bum says:

    I tweeted! http://twitter.com/healthybeachbum :)
    Shannon, The Healthy Beach Bum´s last blog ..10 Minutes To a Healthier You My ComLuv Profile

    September 6, 2009 at 1:06 pm


  27. Jen says:

    I have learned so many things from kathy’s blog the over the past year… I think that her verde lasagna is my fav! I also really like her summer salads.

    September 6, 2009 at 3:55 pm


  28. bukuchic says:

    i love that kathy is as much of a food tv addict as i am. proves that just because you are a vegan, doesn’t mean that you cannot be a foodie-lover. and kathy does a great job of veganizing (and making incredibly healthier versions of) the gourmet/complicated recipes
    bukuchic´s last blog ..Trinity of Flavors: Sholeh Zard My ComLuv Profile

    September 6, 2009 at 4:09 pm


  29. Candy@VeganBride.com says:

    HI! I learned that imported mangoes whether organic or not are heat water processed & not necessarily raw-interesting! I’ll twitter & spread the word & come back to let you know! Thanks for the giveaway, very cute!
    Bless,
    :) Candy
    Candy@VeganBride.com´s last blog ..D-I-Y DEBACLE My ComLuv Profile

    September 6, 2009 at 7:39 pm


  30. Shannon, The Healthy Beach Bum says:

    Linked your giveaway on my blog http://www.healthybeachbum.com/2009/09/i-love-college-football.html

    Thank you again for this giveaway!!!
    Shannon, The Healthy Beach Bum´s last blog ..I Love College Football My ComLuv Profile

    September 6, 2009 at 10:16 pm


  31. junghwa says:

    spicy arugula sounds awesome. It would be wonderful addition to my daily salads. YUM!
    junghwa´s last blog ..Flax Matters – Review & Giveaway My ComLuv Profile

    September 6, 2009 at 10:21 pm


  32. Gabrielle says:

    I love Kathy’s blog! I have been wanting to try the chickenless salad for a while now – hopefully I can remember to finally get the ingredients and do it – it looks amazing!

    http://kblog.lunchboxbunch.com/2009/05/picnic-perfect-chickenless-salad.html

    September 7, 2009 at 10:36 am


  33. Laura DeLuca says:

    I’d like to try the Saffron Scented Tofu Scramble

    September 7, 2009 at 3:09 pm


  34. Laura DeLuca says:

    http://twitter.com/GabbyLowe/status/3823915496

    tweeted

    September 7, 2009 at 3:09 pm


  35. Kristen says:

    Lemon-mint ice water looks so refreshing!
    Kristen´s last blog ..Honey and hiccups My ComLuv Profile

    September 7, 2009 at 5:53 pm


  36. Lo says:

    I would love to try the:
    Triple “S” Risotto: Sweet Potato, Scallion, Sage
    OR
    Lemon Peppered California Pasta Salad

    September 7, 2009 at 6:03 pm


  37. Brittney says:

    i would love to try the pesto pizza… i love pesto

    September 7, 2009 at 7:01 pm


  38. AMJ217 says:

    Love love love the Melted Peanut Butter Cup ‘n Banana! It is to die for! Delicious!! If you haven’t tried that recipe yet, it’s totally worth it!

    September 7, 2009 at 8:24 pm


  39. JG says:

    I also want to try the coconut water so bad!

    September 8, 2009 at 10:52 am


  40. shelly says:

    We now love coconut water!

    September 8, 2009 at 7:15 pm


  41. Trish says:

    I’m making her back to school granola bars this afternoon. Mmmm-mmm.
    Trish´s last blog ..Standoff My ComLuv Profile

    September 9, 2009 at 12:25 pm


  42. Kerrie Mayans says:

    I think the Cilantro Lime Agave Biscuits
    sound very yummy

    September 12, 2009 at 11:14 am


  43. Gabriel J. says:

    I like the Triple Threat Acai Smoothie .

    September 12, 2009 at 3:32 pm


  44. Christie C. says:

    I would like to try the Better Party Mix

    September 12, 2009 at 5:05 pm


  45. Annette says:

    I would like to try the Vegan Party Nachos. Thanks!

    September 12, 2009 at 5:14 pm


  46. Diane Baum says:

    I would like to try spicy brocoli soup

    September 12, 2009 at 6:51 pm


  47. Charlotte V says:

    I want to try that lemon mint water (I have them both fresh and will try this tomorrow) but I am going to add the “frozen grapes”>> never thought of that and I bet they would be great in everything>> going to freeze some now. Thank you for a contest that teaches sooooooo much and gives you a chance to win too! XXX

    September 12, 2009 at 8:56 pm


  48. Wehaf says:

    I’d love to try the cherry apricot bars with a spelt crust!

    September 12, 2009 at 9:29 pm


  49. Julie says:

    Just almond and chocolate chip cookies sound good

    September 12, 2009 at 10:01 pm


  50. Leann S says:

    I”d like to try the recipe for Giant Soft Pretzels.

    September 12, 2009 at 10:05 pm


  51. Leann S says:

    I tweeted: http://twitter.com/qwills2cats/status/3946365198

    September 12, 2009 at 10:06 pm


  52. Veronica Garrett says:

    I would like to try the Chocolate Pudding Hand Pies recipe.

    September 13, 2009 at 10:08 am


  53. JDaniel4smom says:

    Grape seed extract is used as a natural antihistamine and anti-inflammatory agent.

    My son loves grapes and he has allergies this makes them extra good for him.

    September 13, 2009 at 2:45 pm


  54. JDaniel4smom says:

    I tweeted.
    http://twitter.com/jdaniel4smom/status/3959502823
    JDaniel4smom´s last blog ..Get 3 Extra Entries in $20 Gift Voucher to Mariann Johansen-Ellis Giveaway My ComLuv Profile

    September 13, 2009 at 2:47 pm


  55. Candie L says:

    I would like to try the Vegan Tofu Quiche with Herbed Crust.. Thank you

    September 13, 2009 at 3:48 pm


  56. Ed Nemmers says:

    Lemon Pepper Pasta Salad!

    September 13, 2009 at 5:49 pm


  57. Gloria says:

    The Tomato Mexican Rice sounds great to try!

    September 13, 2009 at 6:22 pm


  58. Gloria says:

    http://twitter.com/kngmckellar/status/3963415327

    tweeted

    September 13, 2009 at 6:23 pm


  59. Gloria says:

    http://kngmckellar-glorias.blogspot.com/2009/09/httpwwwturnitupmomcomgiveawaysthe.html#comments

    blogged

    September 13, 2009 at 6:32 pm


  60. amy delong says:

    I would love the chocolate pudding hand pie!

    ardelong2(at)gmail(dot)com

    September 13, 2009 at 6:45 pm


  61. Kimberly says:

    I would really like to try the Sunshine Bruschetta. Citrus-Tomato. It sounds like a healthy appetizer and very sophisticated.

    September 13, 2009 at 6:57 pm


  62. ~jewel~ says:

    i WOULD TRY Tomato Mexican Rice. California Inspired.

    Sounds really authentic and yummy

    September 13, 2009 at 7:20 pm


  63. ~jewel~ says:

    I tweeted!
    http://twitter.com/Nankani/status/3964458749

    September 13, 2009 at 7:24 pm


  64. amy says:

    love her kid friendly recipes and of those my favourite is: the rainbow wraps and close second is the vegan rice crispie treats!

    September 14, 2009 at 12:26 am


  65. tina reynolds says:

    lots of stuff that sounds good i would really like to try the Tomato Mexican Rice. California Inspired. thanks so much for the chance to win eaglesforjack@gmail.com

    September 14, 2009 at 1:35 am


  66. Meghan says:

    Tomato Mexican Rice!! yum yum

    September 14, 2009 at 6:37 am


  67. Lighthouse27 says:

    Back to school granola bars, yum!
    lighthousee27{at}gmail.com

    September 14, 2009 at 12:47 pm


  68. Lighthouse27 says:

    I Tweeted:
    http://twitter.com/litehouse27/status/3983585214

    lighthousee27(at)gmail.com

    September 14, 2009 at 12:49 pm


  69. tiffany lane says:

    My kids need more healthy ideas. the rainbow qwraps sound great.

    September 14, 2009 at 1:08 pm


  70. Lily Kwan says:

    The Triple “S” Risotto: Sweet Potato, Scallion, Sage recipe looks very tasty!

    September 14, 2009 at 1:55 pm


  71. dawn says:

    The Triple Threat Acai Smoothie looks good.

    September 14, 2009 at 3:22 pm


  72. Miranda Allen says:

    the Spicy Broccoli Cheddar Soup

    September 14, 2009 at 3:52 pm


  73. kathy pease says:

    id love to try the Easy Cheesy Party Tempeh

    September 14, 2009 at 6:18 pm


  74. kathy pease says:

    http://twitter.com/klp1965/status/3990113363

    September 14, 2009 at 6:20 pm


  75. Sand says:

    I’d love to try the Vegan Rice Crispy Treats Recipe: “Just Dandy.”

    September 14, 2009 at 7:03 pm


  76. Heather C says:

    I’d love to try the Rainbow Wraps!

    September 14, 2009 at 7:59 pm


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