Stu H Posted March 15, 2022 Report Share Posted March 15, 2022 Eating at the many stalls, as great as they are, can be an expensive business, especially with kids in tow. Historically, I've taken a small camping stove which is great for soups, adding boiling water to packets or heating some ready-to-eat things. Anyone have any food 'hacks'?! A few of mine; These aren't overly cheap, but super tasty and easily heated in boiling water; https://basecampfood.com/search?type=product&options[prefix]=last&q=wayfarer You can store milk for cereal for about 24 hours in the metal bottles without it going off - a godsend for easy breakfasts for my kids! If you buy BBQ meat on the Wed morning, it'll be fine to use on a disposable BBQ later that day without refrigeration (don't leave it too long though!) The usual high energy biscuits / snacks Bananas, oranges and apples will last the festival Anything that you can add water to, is a bonus! Noodles, that kind of thing. Pre-made sandwiches, pastas etc will see you through your first day. You can boil vegetables if you need that fix If these all fail, cider is full of sugar. 😆 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dondo Posted March 15, 2022 Report Share Posted March 15, 2022 Recently discovered these noodles which are really nice. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Back of the Pymild Posted March 15, 2022 Report Share Posted March 15, 2022 You could survive a whole festival on flapjacks if you're really on a budget. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Somto Unigwe Raphael Posted March 15, 2022 Report Share Posted March 15, 2022 You’re not allowed to take glass so I decant several jars of olives into a big coke bottle which I carry around with me all day and effectively drink them from the bottle. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Nal Posted March 15, 2022 Report Share Posted March 15, 2022 1 hour ago, Stu H said: Bananas, oranges and apples will last the festival You can buy all of those at the festival for pence. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
incident Posted March 15, 2022 Report Share Posted March 15, 2022 Just now, The Nal said: You can buy all of those at the festival for pence. Yeah - especially with the Co-Op on site now, which I think makes the need to bring things in and then worry about how long they'll last less important given that it sells most core ingredients at approximately regular (Co-Op) prices. So my tip to add would be: make sure you camp within easy access of the Co-Op. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stuartbert two hats Posted March 15, 2022 Report Share Posted March 15, 2022 1 hour ago, Stu H said: Eating at the many stalls, as great as they are, can be an expensive business, especially with kids in tow. Historically, I've taken a small camping stove which is great for soups, adding boiling water to packets or heating some ready-to-eat things. Anyone have any food 'hacks'?! A few of mine; These aren't overly cheap, but super tasty and easily heated in boiling water; https://basecampfood.com/search?type=product&options[prefix]=last&q=wayfarer You can store milk for cereal for about 24 hours in the metal bottles without it going off - a godsend for easy breakfasts for my kids! If you buy BBQ meat on the Wed morning, it'll be fine to use on a disposable BBQ later that day without refrigeration (don't leave it too long though!) The usual high energy biscuits / snacks Bananas, oranges and apples will last the festival Anything that you can add water to, is a bonus! Noodles, that kind of thing. Pre-made sandwiches, pastas etc will see you through your first day. You can boil vegetables if you need that fix If these all fail, cider is full of sugar. 😆 There's always cartons of UHT milk, if you can stand it? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Yoghurt on a Stick Posted March 15, 2022 Report Share Posted March 15, 2022 It's got vitamin c in it too! 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stuie Posted March 15, 2022 Report Share Posted March 15, 2022 2 minutes ago, stuartbert two hats said: There's always cartons of UHT milk, if you can stand it? UHT milk on a dairy farm with a co-op? Not for me, thanks 😂 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stuie Posted March 15, 2022 Report Share Posted March 15, 2022 2 minutes ago, Yoghurt on a Stick said: It's got vitamin c in it too! Perfect. Add a couple of protein bars just in case. And jelly babies. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stuartbert two hats Posted March 15, 2022 Report Share Posted March 15, 2022 1 minute ago, stuie said: UHT milk on a dairy farm with a co-op? Not for me, thanks 😂 Fair point! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Back of the Pymild Posted March 15, 2022 Report Share Posted March 15, 2022 6 minutes ago, Yoghurt on a Stick said: It's got vitamin c in it too! If you forget, the boxed wine stall at the back of the other stage is a vibe. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Yoghurt on a Stick Posted March 15, 2022 Report Share Posted March 15, 2022 3 minutes ago, stuie said: Perfect. Add a couple of protein bars just in case. And jelly babies. Yeah, but don't overdo it on the jelly babies, as they'll add too much unnecessary weight to your rucksack. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Simsy Posted March 15, 2022 Report Share Posted March 15, 2022 I used to take camping stove/kettle etc but found I'd be more tempted to eat out than go back to the tent for a pot noodle. I haven't done this at a festival but have while hiking - when you boil water for a cuppa in the morning, fill a thermos to take with you, then you can make your noodles/couscous/whatever on the go later in the day. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BluePaul Posted March 15, 2022 Report Share Posted March 15, 2022 One of my early festivals I basically lived on dry roasted peanuts and booze. It got very messy one morning though in one of the Portaloos. Not recommended. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
blutarsky Posted March 15, 2022 Report Share Posted March 15, 2022 Own brand versions of this are about 50p - these are my breakfast at the festival: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Crazyfool01 Posted March 15, 2022 Report Share Posted March 15, 2022 im disappointed we've had no comment from @March Hare about his croissants yet 😞 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Earth_pig Posted March 15, 2022 Report Share Posted March 15, 2022 2 hours ago, Stu H said: Eating at the many stalls, as great as they are, can be an expensive business, especially with kids in tow. Historically, I've taken a small camping stove which is great for soups, adding boiling water to packets or heating some ready-to-eat things. Anyone have any food 'hacks'?! A few of mine; These aren't overly cheap, but super tasty and easily heated in boiling water; https://basecampfood.com/search?type=product&options[prefix]=last&q=wayfarer You can store milk for cereal for about 24 hours in the metal bottles without it going off - a godsend for easy breakfasts for my kids! If you buy BBQ meat on the Wed morning, it'll be fine to use on a disposable BBQ later that day without refrigeration (don't leave it too long though!) The usual high energy biscuits / snacks Bananas, oranges and apples will last the festival Anything that you can add water to, is a bonus! Noodles, that kind of thing. Pre-made sandwiches, pastas etc will see you through your first day. You can boil vegetables if you need that fix If these all fail, cider is full of sugar. 😆 I always take bagels with jam and peanut butter and with that cheese in a tube for savory. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jimmillen Posted March 15, 2022 Report Share Posted March 15, 2022 33 minutes ago, blutarsky said: Own brand versions of this are about 50p - these are my breakfast at the festival: Yes, this. If you're taking a stove then a boiled kettle will do these and your morning coffee, job's a good 'un. 🙂 Zero cleanup is a plus, although single-use plastic is not... Tins of beans, spaghetti hoops, soup or whatever can be heated in their tins. Take the top off then sit it in a mess tin or small saucepan, top up to 1/2 - 2/3 the height of the can with boiled water then simmer for a while, stirring occasionally. Saves washing up a saucepan; also great if you're doing a couple of different things at once in the same pan. Make sure you've got a tea towel or something so you don't burn your hand taking them out though! Homemade trail mix - nuts, fruit etc - is much nicer and healthier than what you can buy. I've never found a satisfactory way to make toast on a camp stove (Unless you're taking one of those giant camping stoves with a grill underneath; if so, good luck carrying that in... 😐). Fried bread is a much better option, best with butter but oil will do. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
March Hare Posted March 15, 2022 Report Share Posted March 15, 2022 35 minutes ago, crazyfool1 said: im disappointed we've had no comment from @March Hare about his croissants yet 😞 Ruddy love a post-drinking, early morning, Tesco finest croissant. Although, if you can find some that are individually wrapped that’s better. I need morning pastry. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Plateletboy Posted March 15, 2022 Report Share Posted March 15, 2022 Milk gets delivered around the campsites from the back of a tractor ever day. And the bakery at the entrance to the acoustic is very reasonably priced - especially the pizza.! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stuie Posted March 15, 2022 Report Share Posted March 15, 2022 12 minutes ago, March Hare said: Ruddy love a post-drinking, early morning, Tesco finest croissant. Although, if you can find some that are individually wrapped that’s better. I need morning pastry. Freshly baked ones on site! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Crazyfool01 Posted March 15, 2022 Report Share Posted March 15, 2022 3 minutes ago, stuie said: Freshly baked ones on site! Crumbs …. If only it wasn’t a bit of a hike for breakfast bit of a pain (au chocolat ) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
blutarsky Posted March 15, 2022 Report Share Posted March 15, 2022 IF we get a ticket and IF we can get a campervan pass to go with it, we will have the luxury of a cooker and fridge, so really looking forward to breakfasts on the farm. 18 minutes ago, March Hare said: Ruddy love a post-drinking, early morning, Tesco finest croissant. Although, if you can find some that are individually wrapped that’s better. I've seen these ones lots of places recently: I also love a pitch brioche. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Deaf Nobby Burton Posted March 15, 2022 Report Share Posted March 15, 2022 (edited) It’s not a cost saving exercise but I always have to bring some Huel or Grenade bars or something similar for when I wake up. I’m a terrible eater when I’ve been on the booze and I’ll often lose a bit of weight (usually a bit of muscle unfortunately) at something like a festival or stag do if I don’t force myself to eat. They’re easy to eat, I’ll normally have a couple so I know I’ve had about a third of my calorie requirement already, and will tide me over between waking up, and the inevitable several hours between then and getting everyone up, ready, and out and into a position to buy some actual real food. Edited March 15, 2022 by Deaf Nobby Burton Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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