Le Creuset's Surprising New Launch is my Answer to Practical Holiday Gifting – These Lunchbox and Meal-Prep Heroes Start at Just $20

It's not the launch I was expecting, but I'm in love and buying extra to surprise everyone on my Christmas gift list

Le Creuset Rectangular Storage Container in Cerise
(Image credit: Le Creuset)

I’ve always loved gifting my family and friends clever kitchenware. I’m lucky enough to be a cookery product tester, so my home is stacked with high-quality tools and the best non-toxic cookware from the test kitchen. I see firsthand how much a good product can make a difference in daily life.

My sister, in particular, has always dreamed of owning something from Le Creuset – but a designer Dutch oven is a little out of my budget for a Christmas gift (and I’m certainly not giving her mine!).

Silicone food storage swaps are a great way to keep toxins out of the kitchen (vital for health-conscious cooks), and it's even better that they are stylish kitchen storage containers you want to use every day; this certainly helps me to keep up good habits in the kitchen.

My only criticism is that you can't see through the Le Creuset Silicone Storage Container. When I asked professional chefs about their favorite non-toxic kitchen tools, many of them mentioned glass containers with clear lids (like these Hold Everything Rectangular Glass Food Storage Containers from Williams Sonoma), which make it easy to quickly grab food from the refrigerator without confusion. It is one of the simplest food storage ideas to reduce food waste.

However, you could always grab some food storage tape from Amazon to stick on the sides, so you know what's inside and when you stored it. It's actually a really professional hack that chefs rely on in busy pantries.

More New and Giftable Fall Arrivals From Le Creuset

It seems like Le Creuset has holiday gifting in mind with these new launches. If you can't afford to gift the biggest, best Dutch oven, these treats are definitely worth considering alongside the Le Creuset Silicone Storage Container.


If you have a loved one who enjoys organizing a kitchen, or can't wait to get meal-prepping for a healthy start when the new year rolls around, I think they'll love the Le Creuset Silicone Storage Containers.

Stay tuned for more gifting ideas; I'm always keeping my editor eyes out for new launches or time-honored treats that you can trust to go down well on Christmas morning.

Lydia Hayman
Kitchen Editor

Lydia is the Kitchen Appliances Editor for Homes & Gardens, testing everything from air fryers and mixers to juicers and coffee machines. She trained in Culinary Arts at Leiths School of Food & Wine and previously served as the Recipe Editor for Mindful Chef.



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