Food storage containers

To store leftovers in the refrigerator, take food to work or even to prepare a meal: storage boxes are one of the practical items to always have in your cupboards. 

Why use storage boxes on a daily basis?

Having storage boxes at home is always very practical because they have many uses. Compact and easy to store, they will allow you to store and transport food easily, without it being in contact with the air or possible bacteria. These boxes, sometimes made of glass, sometimes made of plastic, are also more ecological, especially when they have a lid, because they limit your use of cling film or aluminum foil.

Which storage box to choose?

You have certainly noticed it in the aisle of your supermarket or in stores specializing in the world of cooking: there are many types of storage containers. Let us help you choose the ones that meet your needs. 

Storage boxes to preserve food

Whether you like to prepare meals in advance or want a solution to easily store leftovers after each meal, food storage containers are ideal. At Pyrex®, we offer you a range of boxes for storing food specially designed to allow you to store food without taking up too much space in the fridge or freezer. Their perfectly fitted lid maintains all the flavors and freshness of your dishes.

Storage boxes for lunch boxes

Perfect for taking a good home-cooked meal to work or school, our glass lunch box are Average-sized storage containers, designed to contain the equivalent of a meal for one person. At Pyrex®, for example, we offer microwave-compatible or even waterproof boxes to contain your soups and sauce dishes.

Storage boxes to take your culinary preparations with you

Do you like to bring something to eat when you are invited, or take something for lunch later? So our takeaway boxesare made for you. Available in rectangular, square or round versions, they are airtight and resistant to extreme temperatures, so they can go from the freezer to the oven* without any problem.

*Please note, the lid of Pyrex® storage containers is made of plastic and is therefore not suitable for the oven.

Storage boxes for reheating

Rather than using plastic boxes that stain easily or reheating a dish plate by plate, you can use one of our boxes to reheat. This kind of microwave safe can, in the oven*, in the freezer and in the dishwasher without ever being damaged, thanks to the Pyrex® borosilicate glass used for its manufacture. The steam valves on its lid are also perfectly suited to microwave cooking.

Glass storage containers

Laglass storage boxis the ideal ally for storing food to eat as is or to cook or reheat afterwards. Its ability to withstand extreme temperatures, whether in a freezer or an oven, and to withstand thermal shock up to 220° C thanks to Pyrex® borosilicate glass, makes it a very practical tool for daily use. These unique properties are not common to all glass storage containers, but are specific to Pyrex® containers. 

The little extra that we don't say no to? Pyrex® glass storage containers are very versatile: they allow you to cook, store, reheat and serve food, all in one container! You will therefore save valuable time on a daily basis.

What size should you choose for your storage boxes?

Pyrex® storage boxes are often offered in 3 or 4 different formats so that everyone can choose the model that suits them best. The ideal is to make sure you have several boxes of each size at your disposal to be able to store and heat all your dishes, whether it is an individual meal or a family dish.

What shape of storage boxes should I choose?

Storage boxes can be round, rectangular or even square depending on the model chosen. If this is not important from a taste and quality point of view, we advise you to opt for Easys boxes to store in the refrigerator and freezer. If you don't have a lot of space, opt for square or rectangular boxes.

What material should you choose for your storage boxes?

At Pyrex®, we only offer you borosilicate glass storage containers because it has many advantages, but you can also find plastic or metal containers on the market.

Glass storage containers

If we have chosen to focus on Pyrex® borosilicate glass storage containers, it is because this material is particularly advantageous. Very robust, it resists shocks as well as temperature changes and being put in the dishwasher. Likewise, it is easy to clean and does not retain odors or stains.

Plastic storage boxes

Plastic storage containers are popular because they are inexpensive, however, they are also the least durable. After a few uses, the plastic becomes deformed, colored, stained or retains an unpleasant odor which alters the flavor of food. It also does not support being put in the oven, and not always in the microwave.

Metal storage boxes

Less common, metal storage containers are rarely used because it is a material that is not suitable for the microwave, and which does not always like the freezer or dishwasher. It also tends to scratch easily, can oxidize and give an unpleasant metallic taste to foods.

How do you know if a box is airtight?

A box is airtight if its lid allows it to be closed without air being able to enter or escape. Most airtight box lids are made of plastic or include a flexible plastic strip that helps seal the box completely. To find out if one of our glass storage containers is airtight or not, simply take a look at our product sheets.

To find out more and benefit from all the advantages of Pyrex® glass storage containers, do not hesitate to browse our online store and place an order now!

*Please note, the lid of Pyrex® storage containers is made of plastic and is therefore not suitable for the oven.