Wondering if Saturday night’s leftovers are still good? Here’s the simple 3–4 day rule for restaurant leftovers, plus when to refrigerate them, when to freeze them and why the smell test isn’t enough.

I knew we wasted food. I didn't realize just how much money we were throwing away. The EPA estimates food waste costs the average U.S. consumer $728 a year. Here's what I'm doing differently at home, and where I still get it wrong.

Bringing your own container to a restaurant can feel a little awkward the first time. Here’s exactly how I do it, from food trucks to fancy restaurants, plus what to say when the server asks if you need a box.

I launched BYOB fully prepared to stay behind the scenes. Then I learned that a product nobody has heard of needs more than a great design — it needs someone willing to show up, get a little silly, and translate the mission for the people who have never once thought about what happens to their styrofoam takeout box. My daughter edited the video. I told her I hoped no one I knew would see it. She was not concerned. You're seeing it first.

Tariff shifts don’t stay abstract for small businesses. From rising material costs to supplier increases, here’s what uncertainty looks like behind the scenes — and how you can help sustain sustainable brands.

Tired of bringing home leftovers in flimsy plastic or Styrofoam? In this blog, Rachel — founder of BYOB — explains why a reusable takeout box is the simplest way to reduce waste, avoid single-use packaging, and make your bring your own container restaurant routine effortless and stylish.

No-buy didn’t work for me when it felt like restriction. It finally clicked when I stopped trying to buy nothing — and started focusing on building habits I could actually keep. This is what changed, and how learning to use what I already had reshaped the way I think about buying.

As the final week of Christmas shopping arrives, a quiet shift is happening. More shoppers are choosing thoughtful holiday gifting—buying less, shopping local, and giving with intention instead of urgency.

Looking for unique sustainable gift ideas this holiday season? From reusable kitchen essentials and ethical fashion to zero-waste wrapping tips, these eco-friendly holiday gifts make giving joyful, thoughtful, and good for the planet. Celebrate the season with gifts that truly make a difference.

A true story from the BYOB community: one family dinner, three leaky takeout boxes, and a reusable swap that prevented the mess — and over 200 lbs of waste each year.

Virginia has officially banned Styrofoam takeout containers — a major win for sustainability. This eco-friendly legislation sets a new standard for waste reduction and safer dining across the U.S. Discover how the ban came to life, why it matters, and how switching to reusable to-go containers and collapsible silicone food containers like BYOB can help you live plastic-free and protect the planet.

Single-use takeout containers are harming our health and the planet. That’s why I created BYOB — a safe, collapsible, reusable alternative made from platinum silicone. Here’s how you can ditch Styrofoam and plastic for good.

Recent studies show microplastics are making their way into our food and even our blood. The culprit? Plastic containers that break down with heat. In this post, I share why it matters, the dangers of plastic storage, and the best non toxic food containers to use instead. From glass and stainless steel to BYOB — my favorite microplastic free food container — here’s how to make your kitchen safer and more sustainable.

Discover 6 must-have zero-waste essentials I carry with me every day—from reusable tissues to a collapsible container that replaced a drawer full of plastic. These simple swaps make sustainable living easier, especially on the go.