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Glass Food Containers with Bamboo Lids

Borosilicate glass with natural bamboo lids. Goes from freezer to oven to table. No plastic touching your food, ever.

From £5
IKEA 365+ range
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400ml

to 3.1L

Oven

Safe

Microwave

Safe

Stackable

Design

Our Top Pick: IKEA 365+

The IKEA 365+ range offers excellent value for glass containers with bamboo lids. Available in multiple sizes from 400ml to 3.1L, in round, square, and rectangular shapes.

Round containers

400ml, 600ml sizes - perfect for small dishes, sides, and snacks

Rectangular containers

1.0L, 1.8L, 3.1L sizes - ideal for meal prep and leftovers

Square containers

600ml, 1.2L sizes - great all-rounders for everyday use

Key features

Oven-safe glass, microwave-safe, dishwasher-safe container (hand wash lid)

Note: The bamboo lid is fridge-safe but not freezer-safe. For freezing, remove the lid or use the separate IKEA 365+ plastic lids.

What We Love

No plastic touching food

Bamboo lids mean zero plastic contact with your meals, even during storage.

Incredibly versatile

Borosilicate glass handles extreme temperatures. Take straight from freezer to oven without waiting.

No staining or odours

Unlike plastic, glass doesn't absorb smells from curries, tomato sauces, or other strong foods.

See what's inside

Clear glass means no mystery containers lurking in the back of your fridge.

Things to Consider

Heavier than plastic

Glass containers are noticeably heavier. Not ideal for kids' lunchboxes or if weight matters for commuting.

Can break if dropped

While borosilicate is stronger than regular glass, it will shatter if dropped on hard floors.

Bamboo lids need care

Hand wash bamboo lids and occasionally oil them to prevent cracking. Don't leave soaking in water.

Who It's For

Glass containers are perfect for:

  • Home meal prep and leftovers storage
  • Anyone who heats food in containers (no more microwave plastic worries)
  • People tired of stained, smelly plastic containers
  • Batch cookers who freeze meals for later

Our Verdict

Glass containers with bamboo lids are the gold standard for safe food storage at home. They're more versatile than plastic, last longer, and completely eliminate concerns about chemicals leaching into your food. The upfront cost is higher, but they'll outlast dozens of plastic containers.

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