I am a busy working mom with 4 kids. I use this bowl to keep food hot so my kids can grab when they want when we have busy nights with sports. I grilled a bunch of chicken last week and put it all in the bowl with the lid. My husband was in shock to come home to hot chicken knowing I grilled it a few hours prior to him driving to hockey practice an hour away and back! I am in love and will be buying more Served!