These dinky food containers are ideal for cooking, serving and storing. The Havstobis set includes five multicolour containers that fit on top of each other so you can fit them in the cupboard or fridge. The containers are made of glass, which makes them easy to clean, and come in different sizes. While the plastic lids do seal, the containers are not spill-proof so best used for meal prep and food storage. Shop here for $15.

The Bento Lunch Box Set from Seed & Sprout is made from stainless steel and has two perfectly proportioned compartments for snacks and a sandwich. This Mini Lunchbox Set is suitable for lunches for little ones, car trips and play dates and getting organised with meal prep. It comes with an insulated lunch bag in a range of earthy colours, from Clay and Forest to Lagoon and Ocean. The bag has a large internal pocket for an ice pack. Shop here for $116.

Check out @pyrexaus for inspiration on how to best organise your pantry, fridge or freezer with the 18-piece Pyrex Simply Store Set, which includes a mix of rectangular and round containers. Making nasi goreng? Use the containers to organise ingredients ahead of time. Planning a chic-nic? Pack leftovers and snacks into the high-quality tempered glassware and secure with the snug BPA-free lid. The containers stack well in the fridge or pantry. Shop here from $29.25.

The versatile Stasher Sandwich Bag is convenient for commuters as it’s lightweight and compact and won’t take up too much space in your work bag. The reusable bags are freezer-friendly, safe and made from 100 per cent pure silicone. Pop in some leftover frittata and then zap it in the microwave or oven to reheat. The 19cm x 18cm dimensions make the bags ideal for transporting a sanga or getting ahead and freezing everything from gravy to ganache. Shop here from $18.73.

This reusable collapsible bowl from Stojo is perfect for both the kitchen and your daily commute. It’s dishwasher-safe, which makes it handy for meal prep. And the fact Stojo collapsible bowl collapses down to just three centimetres means it compact enough to take camping or hiking. Made from platinum food-grade silicone and recyclable plastic, the bowl is dishwasher safe, and can go in the fridge, freezer or microwave. Shop here for $56.05.

These low-cost containers from Kmart contain two compartments, making them ideal for a bit of healthy meal prep in advance. The fact the three-cup capacity is embossed on the side of each container means you can plan portion-controlled meals. While the compartmentalised BPA-free lunchboxes are not as cute as some of the dinky bento boxes on the market, they are affordable and will keep your food nicely organised. Shop here for $7.

Frank Green drink bottles are everywhere. Now, you can engage in a bit of office-lunch one-upmanship with these Porcelain Bowls with Glass Lids from Frank Green. The set of two Frank Green porcelain bowls (700ml and 1.5L) won a 2021 Good Design Award winner for both form and function. You can cook and serve in the same bowl, then add a lid and push down the vent to create an airtight seal. The containers are 100 per cent plastic-free and totally airtight and nest together for compact storage. Oven, freezer and dishwasher safe. Great for stashing ingredients for meal prep. Shop the 2-piece set here for $79.95.

The Replated mealboxes nest well, which means they take up less space when using for food preparation. Get the Replated meal box as a sustainable alternative to single-use takeaway containers or to organise your kitchen like a pro. The food-vendor approved containers are made from recycled certified ocean-bound plastic, are BPA free and recyclable. The aim of the Mealboxes is to take plastic out of the waste system. When your container eventually reaches the end of its life, send it back to the company, which will replace it with a new-generation product. Use in the microwave, freezer and dishwasher. Shop here from $27.