PackIt’s Bento Boxes: Because Snacking Deserves Sophistication
PackIt’s Mod Mini Bento™ is being billed as the snack hero of the modern world. For $12.99, you get a container the size of your average sandwich, perfect for carrying exactly three carrot sticks and a tablespoon of hummus. It’s so petite that it fits into a fanny pack. Yes, you read that correctly—a fanny pack. Who wouldn’t want to whip out a mini bento box from their hip pouch during a PTA meeting?
But wait, there’s also the Mod Large Bento™ ($29.99), the behemoth of their line, which comes with removable dividers to “wall off” thick liquids. I tried transporting soup in it, and while it didn’t entirely transform into an art installation, I did gain an appreciation for the phrase “testing one’s patience.” Bonus points for its ability to act as a portable charcuterie board because nothing says “I’m thriving” like eating brie on a park bench.
KEEP>GOING First Aid GoKit: The Boy Scout Kit for Grown-Ups
KEEP>GOING’s First Aid GoKit takes preparedness to new levels of chic functionality. With 130 pieces packed into a stylish, water-resistant case, it’s TSA-approved and ready to patch you up, whether you’ve got a boo-boo or a full-on disaster.
The MiniKit is even more adorable—small enough to clip onto a stroller or backpack. I imagine this is how suburban parents flex at soccer games: “Oh, you have Band-Aids? Cute. I have a compact burn relief gel.” While the case is excellent for peace of mind, most of us will spend 15 minutes shoving everything back into its perfectly organized pockets after using a single bandage.
Drinkmate OmniFizz: Because Everything Tastes Better With Bubbles
Who knew carbonating your beverages could be a full-blown lifestyle? Enter the Drinkmate OmniFizz, the gadget that lets you carbonate not just water but juice, wine, and cocktails. It’s like someone looked at SodaStream and said, “Bless your heart, sweetie, but we can do better.”
I decided to carbonate orange juice because that’s something people do now. The result? A fizzy abomination that I’ll never speak of again. However, it does redeem itself with sparkling wine, making every Wednesday night feel like New Year’s Eve. At $100+, it’s a splurge, but think of all the single-use plastic bottles you’ll save—if you can stop carbonating random liquids long enough to notice.
Wipex Table Bussers: Cinnamon-Scented Responsibility
Cleaning wipes are an unassuming yet essential part of life, and Wipex Table Bussers elevate the experience with plant-based cloths that smell like cinnamon. Yes, your kitchen table can now smell like a holiday candle while you scrub off spaghetti sauce stains.
They’re biodegradable, compostable, and plastic-free, which is excellent, but I couldn’t help but laugh when I caught myself mid-cleaning, inhaling the cinnamon aroma like it was a fine wine. If you’re not into scented wipes, there’s a non-scented version available, though where’s the fun in that?
Comfrt CuddleCloud Weighted Blanket: The Hug You Didn’t Know You Needed
Weighted blankets are all the rage for soothing anxiety, and the CuddleCloud is no exception. This 20-pound, hand-knitted monstrosity looks like the lovechild of a sweater and a lead vest. I dragged it onto the couch for a test run and was promptly trapped—both physically and emotionally.
Measuring 45×74 inches, it’s large enough to cover a twin bed or two-thirds of your dignity as you binge-watch TV. Minimal design? Sure. Modern aesthetic? Debatable. But its ability to crush my stress levels under its hefty weight? Flawless.
Final Thoughts
These products each bring something special (or absurdly specific). Whether you’re seeking a portable charcuterie experience, the ability to carbonate tomato soup (don’t), or a cinnamon-scented cleaning spree, there’s truly something for everyone. Just be ready to explain your choices to judgmental friends.