I strain yogurt fairly often, and find myself going through a lot of cheesecloth. I just throw it away. Is it reusable? OR is there something else I could use to strain yogurt that I wouldn’t feel so bad about tossing?... (10 replies, last updated by oaklandfoodie May 31, 2007)

Although many retailers moved to stop selling re-usable water bottles and other plastic containers contain potentially harmful chemical bisphenol A, the Canadian government has warned that any use may be banned. http (10 replies, last updated by janniecooks December 14, 2008)

What containers do chowhounds like for storing leftovers and tomorrow’s lunch? Should be spillproof, breakproof, lightweight, and does not retain odors. Is Rubbermaid still the manufacturer of choice? I will not be... (21 replies, last updated by cfriday7 October 11, 2007)

I don’t know about the aluminum with cardboard lids (restaurant supply store, maybe?) but I really like the Gladware “tupperware” containers that you can buy in bulk. They hold up really well in the freezer and... (10 replies, last updated by atlantachowhound November 28, 2007)

I hardly think this is original — I’ve been thinking for a while now about the idea of using my own re-usable containers when we are out to any restaurant where there will likely be leftovers to take home. This is... (49 replies, last updated by RosePearl October 16, 2008)

I am going to toss all of my plastic storage containers and buy glass ones. I’ve found several options: Crate & Barrel has them, Pyrex, Rubbermaid, etc have them and there is a company called Bormioli Rocco that sells them.... (20 replies, last updated by kattyeyes August 30, 2009)

've had soup leak once or twice, but nothing major (I have a reusable lunch bag with a plastic lining that I use to bring stuff in). The other great thing is that they don’t pick up smells and colors – I’ve... (9 replies, last updated by Mawrter May 4, 2008)

I microwaved them for 90 seconds in a sprayed, glad reusable container, mixed them up and they were fine.. Thanks! (1 reply, last updated by Wendy Lai March 25, 2005)

my own reusable container for leftovers (I’d love it if I could bring my own for take-out, too). Has anyone done this? Is there a way to do this well (graciously, subtly, cleverly)? Are there health regulations that would... (1 reply, last updated by Tracy L. August 20, 2005)

Are these bags that are used in the microwave to steam food (well, mostly vegetables in my case) reusable? I have read the packaging and looked at the websites of both Glad and Ziploc but there is no mention. I have re-used the... (7 replies, last updated by hungryann March 25, 2009)

I am making Ginger Duck, which you simmer for 3 hours in water, ginger, soy, and sugar the day before preparing. You then pour the remaining liquid in a container and refrigerate overnight and the fat rises to the top. You use... (2 replies, last updated by cheryl_h November 25, 2006)

I ordered from them once. A vegetarian sandwich and a poutine. Both were excellent and they delivered really quickly. The order was placed in a nice box and they served the food in reusable containers which I thought was a nice... (7 replies, last updated by foodie_mtl August 24, 2009)

condensed milk and chocolate syrup in a large bowl. In a separate bowl, whip the cream to firm peaks. Fold whipped cream into chocolate mixture in 3 additions. Pour into a plastic container (I use the reusable plastic ziploc storage... (1 reply, last updated by Non Cognomina July 23, 2006)

Start saving the 6-7 ounce plastic containers with sturdy snap lids, like the grocery store hummus/spreads/etc are packaged in. Those of thicker gauge are reusable over many years. Having a good supply of good containers is key... (2 replies, last updated by FoodFuser April 18, 2009)

If you know the giftee well enough, I would suggest putting the basket together yourself. A handy reusable container of some sort is always best although buying a simple basket is cheap. You could then wander around the... (8 replies, last updated by Kagemusha April 1, 2008)