So you have a kid graduating high school and heading off to college, eh? That was the situation I found myself in. I mean, how did I get here though? Wasn’t my daughter just in first grade? I guess it was time to let her go, even though it was difficult. I’m also assuming that’s why it’s taken me so long to actually write this blog post—even though I made this lunch for her last summer. Maybe a part of me didn’t want this stage of our lives to end and a new one to begin.

But here we are, and it makes sense that since I started this blog 13 years ago sharing fun food art lunches I made for my daughter, I should finish the story with her final lunch. It’s true that I made lunches for her younger brothers as well—and I’m still making fun food art lunches for my youngest son. I mostly post on my social media channels now because that’s where everyone is, so make sure you’re following me there!

However, I just couldn’t let this final part of my daughter’s story go untold. If you want to see a short recap of our lunch journey over the years, watch the video below!

How to Make a Ferrari F1 Lunch For Your Kids!

 

My daughter is a huge Formula One fan and since her time in high school is coming to an end, I knew it was time to finally make her an F1 lunch with a Scuderia Ferrari theme. Ferrari is her favorite racing team and of course she loves drivers Lewis Hamilton and Charles LeClerc.

Almost the entire Ferrari F1 car is edible and it tops a racetrack sandwich. The car is tortilla, nori, and sweet pepper. I just used cheese and meat on the inside of the sandwich.

How to Make a Family-Friendly Meal From ALDI for 5 People For Only $12!

 

This budget and family-friendly meal only took 20-25 minutes, costs $12, and feeds 5 people! We found everything at ALDI, but you might be able to find it for the same price at a store near you. My kids loved it, and so did my wife and I! We will definitely be making it again. 

How to Make a Paddington Bear in Peru Food Art Lunch For Your Kids!

In our house, Paddington Bear isn’t just a character—my kids have grown up with him. From his love of marmalade to his knack for finding adventure (and a little trouble), we’ve been hooked on his stories for years. So when Paddington in Peru hit theaters, my youngest son and I couldn’t wait to see it. And let me tell you—it was everything we hoped for! This latest installment is funny, heartfelt, and packed with all the Paddington charm we love. If you’re a fan of the little bear in the blue coat, you won’t want to miss this one.

So here are directions on how to make a Paddington bear food art lunch for your kids, complete with an orange marmalade sandwich! If your kids love Paddington as much as mine, they will love this lunch as well. 

How to Make Crispy No-Bake Chocolate Peanut Butter Bars!

This post is sponsored by Karo® syrup and Argo® corn starch, but all opinions are my own.

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Our family devours these every time that I make them, but I don't mind, because they are so simple to put together. Why do I always use Karo® syrup and Argo® Corn Starch? Known for its ability to deliver a smooth texture and balanced sweetness, Karo® syrup lets the other ingredients truly shine. And with Argo® Corn Starch in your pantry, you'll always have a versatile, dependable thickener for a variety of recipes, from sauces to desserts. It even has twice the thickening power of flour!

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How to Make Peach Meringue Pie with Canned California Cling Peaches!

This is a sponsored post with California Cling Peaches. All opinions are my own.  

I made what kind of dessert with these canned California Cling Peaches? Yep, that's right, for National Canned Food month I said forget the other fruit, we are making a peach meringue pie! This peach variation of this dessert might be my new favorite.

We love using canned California Cling Peaches in our recipes because they check all the boxes. They're convenient, eco-friendly, California grown on small family farms, a great comfort food, nutritious, and provide incredible value for our money. This National Canned Food Month, stock up your pantry with California Cling Peaches to get all of the benefits year-round!

Make a Wicked Food Art Lunch For Your Kids!

 

The Wicked Movie starring Ariana Grande and Cynthia Erivo has seemed to take the world by storm! My daughter saw it opening weekend and loved it. I still remember seeing the play with my wife, not the Broadway one in New York, but when it traveled to San Francisco we were amazed by it. Since my daughter has become such a fan, I had to make her a school lunch based on it. I wanted to give nods to both the movie and the play so the lunch is a mix of the two. Follow the directions below to make it for your kids!