The insulated tote is great for HOT or COLD food transport. The InstaTote was designed to carry the inner pot of a 6 quart Instant Pot. The insulated tote with 2 side zippers and a drawstring closure makes it easy to load and transport your hot dish. Also great for keeping foods cold making it ideal for picnics. Fits many other containers 8.5in in diameter x 6in tall for example, 5lb ice cream buckets, 2 tortilla warmers or 180 8.5in paper plates. Betty's Sew Fun