I cook, I shoot, Kids Eat: Samantha Lee at TEDxKLwomen 2013

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Samantha Lee, I started bento making in December 2008. When I was heavily pregnant with my second daughter. It was to encourage my elder daughter to eat independently after the arrival of her younger sister.
I have never been to culinary school. Just a regular stay at home mom. At first I searched online for ideas. Now, I just let my imagination take its course. I sketch my designs before I make them into food to stay organized and prevent food from being wasted.
I do not use expensive gadgets or tools, instead turning scissors, knives and toothpicks to shape the food. My philosophy is simple. I like to make something practical, something for everyone to be able to follow.